One milestone crossed: Govt meets electrification target of 18,000 villages

One milestone crossed: Govt meets electrification target of 18,000 villages

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All major newspapers today carry photographs of  Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping at the East lake in Wuhan in China. "Modi-Xi summit turns up trumps "declares the Sunday Pioneer. The DNA notes "Caution:  Men at work-Modi and Xi agree to avoid military dispute on tense border".  The Indian Express adds in its headline "China won't force India on Belt and road; both countries for joint economic project in Afghanistan, say can have more informal summits in future".

 In a front page story in The Asian Age headlined "Red Fort 'adopted' in Rs 25 crore deal, opposition fumes", the newspaper reports that a corporate house has signed an agreement for developing tourist -friendly amenities at the iconic Red fort with the tourism ministry under its "Adopt a Heritage" project. The DNA adds "Rival parties scream over Red Fort adoption, government says not for profits".

The Sunday Times says that the "Collegium may resend Justice K M Joseph's", name for appointment to the Supreme Court.

 In its front page story The Hindustan Times reports "Pakistan ramps up defence spending with an eye on India", and adds that the government of Pakistan plans to raise its allocation for defence by a whopping 18 percent to rupees 1.1 trillion for the next fiscal year.

In a significant story The Hindu writes "JeM's new strategy: Train local youth for suicide attacks", and adding that the outfit has indoctrinated several recruits in J&K.

And Finally, the DNA reports, "Chaiwala's son fights odds to crack UPSC,"and adds that Deshal Dan Charan from Sumalai village in Jaisalmer, has cleared the UPSC 2017 exam with 82nd rank.

Piramal Group deal: Congress targets Piyush Goyal for 'financial impropriety', demands his removal

Piramal Group deal: Congress targets Piyush Goyal for 'financial impropriety', demands his removal

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PM Modi's informal summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, and the first inter-Korean summit in more than a decade, dominate the newspaper headlines this morning.
"Two meets, One message: Peace"is how the DNA highlights it.
"Modi and Xi set tone by focusing on positives, plan more informal summits" leads the Times of India. The Asian Age writes "Modi, Xi vow to solidify relationship", adding "Rahul wants PM to talk Doklam".
"Koreas aim for denuclearisation"states The Hindu with a photograph of the North Korean leader, Kim Jong-un crossing the border into South Korea with President Moon Jae-in for a landmark summit. "One Language, One Nation, One Blood, we should be one", the Times of India quotes Kim.
Referring to the technical snag in a chartered plane carrying Rahul Gandhi to Karnataka, The Statesman reports "DGCA to probe Rahul aircraft snag, PM calls up Congress Chief" to enquire about his safety.
"2,000 junior doctors go on strike at AIIMS, patients hit" informs the Hindustan Times.
"Six AIIMS-like institutes survive on visiting faculty" from abroad and India on contract and deputation basis, focuses The Pioneer on its front page.
"Facebook warns users, investors of more data leaks" observes the Times of India.
"Mocked by Tripura CM, Diana says, 'Proud of my exotic brown colour' ", a day after Tripura Chief Minister, Biplab Kumar Deb mocked 1997 Miss World, Diana Hayden at an event in Agartala, asking whether she deserved the crown, is a front page story in Times of India.
And finally, "Where a donkey is a naib tehsildar aspirant" writes the DNA, of a donkey named Kachur Khar being issued an admit card by the Jammu and Kashmir Service Selection Board to take the test for naib tehsildar in J&K on Sunday, complete with a passport-sized photograph, and details like father's name and date of birth!

Telangana's Anudeep Durishetty Tops Civil Services Exam, 990 Make The Cut

Telangana's Anudeep Durishetty Tops Civil Services Exam, 990 Make The Cut

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The government on Thursday asking the Supreme Court collegium to reconsider its recommendation to elevate Uttarakhand High Court Chief Justice K.M. Joseph to the top Court - in a pick and choose policy - is extensively covered in today's papers. The Indian Express headline reads, "Government snubs Supreme Court, all eyes on Chief Justice". Mail Today writes - the Centre's long indecision and rejection of Joseph's candidature is widely seen as 'revengeful' as he had, in April 2016, quashed President's rule in Uttarakhand, allowing the Congress to come back to power.
  "Landmark Modi-Xi meet today in the central Chinese Industrial city of Wuhan - bilateral, global ties on agenda in a bid to repair ties", is the top headline in The Asian Age. "Modi, Xi will meet 6 times in 24 hours", informs The Times of India.
The Hindu, covering the Asian Badminton Championship also currently going on in Wuhan reports that Saina and P.V. Sindhu produced dominating performances to proceed to the quarter finals.
 On the 13 children, being dead  unmanned railway crossing in UP's Khushinagar district. DNA report "Van's driver had 'earphones on' missed warning."
  And finally Times of India informs us that the number of Indians who have pledged their organs jumped from 9 thousand to 15 lakhs in two years with increased awareness about organ donation among the youth being the main reason.

Asaram case verdict: Self-styled godman cries in court after life sentence for raping minor devotee

Asaram case verdict: Self-styled godman cries in court after life sentence for raping minor devotee

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Senior Congress leader and former law minister Salman Khurshid defending his remarks that his party had 'blood on its hands' and saying that he made the controversial statement 'as a human being' is the story that dominates the front pages of most dailies this morning. "Khurshid ungloves Congress Khooni Panja" leads DNA adding "BJP find ammo to attack Congress for its past sins".
Rajyasabha Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu saying that the decision to reject an impeachment bid against Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra was not taken in hurry, is the other news story that finds prominent mention in the press.
"SC stays construction in all unauthorised Delhi colonies" informs the Times of India adding "Encroachments Must Go in Two Weeks, centre told." The Hindustan Times quoting the Supreme Court writes "Rid Delhi of roadside encroachments".
"Asaram verdict today, police on edge to avert rerun of Dera violence" says The Hindustan Times. "3 states on high alert" informs The DNA.
"Clinical finish to anti-Naxal operation" headlines The Pioneer. The paper writes that "Four of 5 Maoist Divisional Committees of south Gadchiroli eliminated: toll mounts to 37".
On the forthcoming informal summit in the Chinese city of Wuhan on April 27 and 28 between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi JinPing, The Asian Age writes "Modi, Xi plan to share vision in a bid to mend ties. Specific issues won't be discussed."
"US to end work permits for H-1B spouses" says The Hindu adding "Aim is to prevent fraud and abuse in immigration system".
"101 management schools apply to shut shop as business is bad" informs The Hindustan Times.
"Center supports death by hanging, apex court told" writes The Statesman.
And finally, from Arunachal, Indian wine in Chinese bottles! Well, The Hindu writes that India's first organic Kiwi wine from Arunachal Pradesh's Lower Subansiri district goes to the market in bottles which are sourced from Sichuan.

Scribes covering Bengal rural poll nominations attacked in Kolkata, districts

Scribes covering Bengal rural poll nominations attacked in Kolkata, districts

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Most papers carry Rajya Sabha chairman Venkaiah Naidu's rejection of a notice by opposition for removal of the Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra's as their lead story.
"Naidu rejects bid to oust CJI" is the Hindustan Times headline. Opposition says due process subverted likely to move court, it adds.
The Tribune quotes the Congress as calling the rejection illegal, ill-advised, hasty step and prepared to move Supreme Court against it.
"AFSPA revoked in Meghalaya, parts of Arunachal' headlines the Pioneer. In Arunachal Pradesh areas under the Act have been reduced from 16 police stations bordering Assam to 8.
In a DNA exclusive, the Finance ministry is alarmed by frequent cases of data break and is looking at taking control of GSTN, a privately controlled company responsible for GST operations.
India is the highest recipient of remittances - the diaspora sent 69 billion dollars home last year, says the World Bank, reports the Hindu Business Line.
"TCS wears a 100 billion dollar cap"is an Economic Times headlines. Tata Consultancy Services became the only second Indian firm after RIL Reliance Industries in 2007 to cross the 100 billion dollar mark in market capitalization.
A survey predicts hung house in Karnataka says the Asian Age in a front page story. However, the paper reports that BJP likely to emerge as the single largest party in the state.
The JNU faculty and students to stay among North East tribals to understand tribal societies and ancient traditional systems, reports the Pioneer.
And finally, The Hindu carries two beautifully colorful pictures - one of dazzling fireworks display as part of THRISSUR POORAM fastivities and another of MUNNAR, lush with lovely violet Neela Kurinji flowers - the flower that bloom once in 12 years, giving a shot to tourism there 

Naidu rejects CJI impeach motion, Cong calls it ‘illegal, ill-advised and hasty’

Naidu rejects CJI impeach motion, Cong calls it ‘illegal, ill-advised and hasty’

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"Modi, Xi set for informed talks in China this week", headlines the Hindustan Times. 'Leaders likely to avoid NSG, Azhar, other micro stress points' adds the daily.
Kailash Yatra via Nathula route is back on track" is a DNA headline, hinting at the softening ties between India and China post Doklam.
"Prez nod for death to child rapists" is an Asian Age headline.
A petition has been filed in Delhi Court about the mess created by butchering birds and animals in slaughter houses. It is savage, sadistic and ghastly cruelty on poultry in murga mandis with no proper disposal. That's a story in Mail Today.
The Tribune reports how farmers in Punjab, especially cotton growers, are facing a tough time as the Southern Branch Canal is drying up.
The Tribune also carries a heart rendering picture of Ragpickers and cows both amidst a garbage dump full of plastic waste. While ragpickers collected the re-usable material, cows are seen eating plastic and garbage - as Earth day yesterday focussed on menace of plastic pollution.
"50 IIT alumni quit jobs to form political party to fight for rights of SCs and STs and other backward classes reports the Asian Age.
IIT Delhi has developed an app for public to file civic complaints, writes the Asian Age.
"At long last MTNL being wound up" headlines the Financial Express citing revenue losses.
The DNA reports how a 40 year old driver Jassi found a depressed girl on a Delhi road and helped her unite with her family.
"Indian chess prodigy Shreyas Royal fighting to stay in Britain" reports the Mail Today.
Puducherry Botanical garden gets a new life reports the Pioneer, thanks to Lieutenant Governor Ms. Kiran Bedi.
In some more green news, the PMO is now all set to give a push to Vertical gardens to curb pollution says the Pioneer.
Canada's largest school board, covering 583 schools and a student population of two and half lakh, has decided to recognise November as the Hindu heritage month. That's a story in the Hindustan Times.

PM Duryodhana, Shah Dushasana, says Sitaram Yechury

PM Duryodhana, Shah Dushasana, says Sitaram Yechury

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The newspapers are abuzz with the news about the government's nod to death penalty for rape convicts in the backdrop of nation's outrage over recent rape cases of Kathua and Unnao. Another big story in papers today is about Yashwant Sinha quitting the BJP, while the dailies also give prominence to The Fugitive Economic Offenders Ordinance to tighten the noose around economic offenders and escapees.
"Cabinet approves death penalty for rapists of children" headlines the Hindustan Times.
The Hindu headlines, "Cabinet approves death for rape of girls under 12 years" adding "Criminal Law Amendment Ordinance increases jail term to 20 years.
With Yashwant Sinha calling quit, the Hindu writes, "Sinha quits BJP, to launch campaign" adding in a sub-headline, "Former Union Minister says Centre undermining democracy."
Yashwant quits BJP, Shatru dares party to axe him, says the Times of India.
The Sunday Statesman writes "Yashwant quits BJP to fight for democracy."
"BE ALERT!" the message is loud and clear after the government approved the promulgation of the Fugitive Economic Offernders Ordinance 2018, which would empower government to confiscate and attach properties and assets of economic offenders.
Cabinet nod for Fugitive Econmic Offenders Ordinance" writes The Sunday Statesman.
Government to seize properties of 'fugitve economic offenders', headlines the Indian Express.
The Sunday Pioneer says, "New Ordinance OK'd to seize fugitive swindlers' properties."
"Malegaon blast case: new judge posted- previous judge transferred in February."- The Hindu.
The DNA quotes Maya Kodnani, "BJP stood by my side. Truth has prevailed. I was innocent."
If you've been thinking about a canine friend- Go Ahead! The DNA writes about a deaf and partially blind dog, Max, that stayed with a 3 year old girl through a rainy night before leading family and rescuers to her, after more than 15 hours in the wild. Max has received police honours for his chivalry and fidelity.

Vijayawada in grip of caste-war between Kammas, Kapus and Reddys

Vijayawada in grip of caste-war between Kammas, Kapus and Reddys

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Seven opposition parties making the first move ever for Chief Justice Of India Dipak Misra's removal is the story that dominates headlines this morning."Opposition submits impeachment motion against CJI on 5 counts "leads the Tribune adding "Congress divided; Manmohan, Chidambaram's signs missing."
The Centre  may today bring an ordinance on death for rape of minors  is the other story that finds prominent place on the front pages of most of the dailies." Cabinet set to clear death for child rape, new law on fugitives.'' says Hindustan Times. "Death for children's rapists: Government to vet ordinance soon." notes the Pioneer.
Referring to the 2002 Naroda Patiya massacre case DNA writes '' Court clears Kodnani in massacre. Gujarat high court upholds ex- Bajrang Dal man Bajrangi's conviction."
In another story DNA reports the passing away of former Delhi High Court Chief Justice Rajinder Singh Sachar who was Chief Justice from August 6,1985 to December 22nd,1985.
"9 new Cabinet ministers for Punjab, swearing-in today" reports The Tribune.
"CPI (M) factions reach accord on party line. Strategic ties with Congress not ruled out" reports The Hindu.
''Arsenal without Arsene from next season " informs Hindustan Times. The paper says that after 22 years at the helm of one of the great clubs in world football, Arsene Wenger will step down as manager at the end of the ongoing season.
And finally, news of actor Aamir Khan's 'shramdaan' initiative. The Hindu reports that the actor who is the founder of Paani Foundation will on May1st, raise an army of 1 lakh 'jalmitras'. They will build water harvesting structures in arid areas of Maharashtra.

Opposition motion a ‘revenge’ petition, says Arun Jaitley

Opposition motion a ‘revenge’ petition, says Arun Jaitley

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES,

The Supreme Court's judgement in the Special CBI judge B H Loya death case dominates front page headlines. The DNA quotes the apex court as saying "Judge Loya died naturally, no need for an inquiry". The Times of India reports the judgement as saying "Demand for probe meant to mislead the court". On the political slugfest between the BJP and the Congress that followed the judgement the Hindu quotes Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad as saying  "Rahul and Congress owe an apology" and the Congress party describing it as a "Sad letter day". In a possible fallout of the judgement, the Hindustan Times says "Congress, others may move motion on CJI removal".

The State Bank of India's reassurance on the ATM cash crunch is prominently noticed on the front pages of most papers. The Pioneer quotes the country's largest bank as saying "ATM cash crunch on the wane, normalcy likely today". The Hindu writes on its front page "SBI customers can draw Rs.2000/- from POS or Point of Sale machines".

In the backdrop of the incident involving lawyers trying to obstruct the police from filing a chargesheet in the Kathua rape and murder case, the Hindustan Times reports "Supreme Court slams lawyers over Kathua case". The DNA writes "Didn't support lawyers' protest : Jammu High Court Bar Association to top court".

All the papers note that the Metropolitan Judge who had resigned hours after acquitting the accused in the Mecca Masjid blast case has resumed duties. The Pioneer writes "Mecca Masjid judge's resignation rejected : Ravinder Reddy resumes duties".

Congress MLAs’ expulsion invalid, rules Hyderabad High Court

Congress MLAs’ expulsion invalid, rules Hyderabad High Court

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"Judge acquits all in 2007 blast then quits" headlines the DNA. The Hyderabad's special NIA court judge K Ravinder Reddy resigned citing personal reasons immediately after the judgement.
The Mail Today reports how many trackmen on duty in Northern Railway, are working as domestic helps in senior officials houses instead of patrolling the tracks.
The Financial Express says LPG coverage in country has increase to 80 percent compared to around 62 percent before launch of Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana.
"SC annuls ban on chanting at Amarnath, quashes NGT order" is a Pioneer headline. Senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi, who appeared for the Shrine Board,  said NGT had erred by saying devotees can’t carry prasad, can't chant bhajans and be frisked at each point.
MLPS, Multi layered Plastics, the shining cover of many food and chips and Biscuits packets will be phased out, according to Union Environment Ministry amendment notification says the Pioneer story.
Most papers have reports the passing away of Noted journalist S. Nihal Singh on 16th April.
The Hindu carries a picture of the ghats at Haridwar teeming with devotees taking a holy dip on the occasion of Somvati Amavasya yesterday.
The government to distribute the so very nutritious and easy to grow food that is millets like Jouar and Bajra, Ragi through PDS is another story in Financial Express. A good way to ensure nutrition security indeed.
And finally, Most Papers are agog with ads for luring customers to buy gold on the auspicious Akshay Tritya tomorrow.

Mecca Masjid blast case: Judge acquits accused, resigns

Mecca Masjid blast case: Judge acquits accused, resigns

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The outrage over the rape horror in the country continues to dominate the headlines of English dailies even today.
"Rape outrage spills over into streets across India" is the lead in the Hindustan Times."Surat faces own Kathua horror" leads the Statesman."Girl's body with 86 wounds recovered" writes the DNA.
'What has happened to us, are we still human?' asks school girl during rally for justice in rape cases, states the Hindu. The paper also reports "Retired civil servants write to PM, 'Uphold the values enshrined in the Constitution' ", The civil servants call Kathua and Unnao rape cases as the "darkest hour" post Independence.
"Kathua rape trial to start today" writes the Asian Age. DNA observes "Kathua victim's kin may approach Supreme Court for justice".
"We'll not let society break, says Rajnath" The Hindustan Times quotes Home Minister Rajnath Singh in an interview, as saying, Muslims living in India are here by choice rather than chance and cannot be viewed differently from other citizens.
"Modi to deliver global address in UK this week", from the historic Central Hall Westminster in London, notes the Asian Age.
"India protests : Pak blocking consular access to pilgrims", is the lead in The Indian Express, on Sikh yatris  being prevented from meeting Indian diplomats in Pakistan.
"Pak army chief in push for India talks" for peaceful resolution of India-Pakistan disputes, including Kashmir, reports The Asian Age.
"RBI may Loosen NPA Norms to Let Banks Breathe Easy", observes the Economic Times.

Trial in Kathua rape-murder case begins today

Trial in Kathua rape-murder case begins tomorrow

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Most of today's newsdailies are dominated by headlines over the Air strikes in Syria. "US, Britain, France rain over 100 Missiles on Syria", reports The Hindu. "Mission Accomplished" tweets Trump after hits", adds The Asian Age.
The rape of a minor in Kathua, continues to find coverage on the front pages. "Mufti presses for fast-track trial in Kathua" reports the Hindustan Times. The DNA informs "Kathua row: BJP accepts resignations of its 2 Ministers". The Indian Express adds "Alliance to stay, but Mehbooba warns of "chaos", if Valley's youth not heard".
The 127th birth anniversary of Dr. BR. Ambedkar has also been prominently covered. "Babasaheb birthday bash gets bigger, buzzier", notes The Times of India. "Ambedkar Jayanti fuels politics over his legacy", observes The Asian Age, The Indian Express informs " In Bastar, Modi invokes Ambedkar, appeals to Naxals to give up arms".
In a Significant story The Sunday Pioneer informs ''Army to make Pak pay as toll mounts - 26 martyred in Pak firing so far this year against 12 till April last year". In another Pakistan related story The Asian Age reports that India; Pak Armies are to fight side-by-side; in joint mock operations in Russia to eliminate terrorists neutralise terror networks and thwart possible attacks beside combat readiness in August this year.
India's success in the Commonwealth Games has also been extensively covered.
And finally, The DNA in story headline "Throw of gold: Farmers' son triumphs", reports that 18 year old Neeraj Chopra created history when he became the first Indian Javelin thrower to clinch a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games and the 4th Indian to win an individual gold in CWG history. 

Launched airstrikes to cripple chemical weapons infrastructure of Syria: Pentagon

Launched airstrikes to cripple chemical weapons infrastructure of Syria: Pentagon

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The national outrage over the Kathua and Unnao rape cases dominate newspapers with hard-hitting headlines.
"PM speaks up, calls Unnao, Kathua a 'national shame" is the Asian Age headline. The Indian Express leads with "Justice for daughters, says PM; exit for 2 J&K BJP ministers who backed accused".
The Hindustan Times writes "BJP MLA Sengar arrested over Unnao rape, Grilled by CBI". "MLA arrested, High Court says law and order machinery under his influence" reports the Indian Express. "CBI arrests rape -accused BJP MLA as court tears into UP government and police", states the Times of India.
"Supreme Court notice on bid by Kathua lawyers to block police" notes the Indian Express. "SC raps J&K Bar for obstructing legal process, serves summons", states the Pioneer. The Hindu observes, a proxy candidate allegedly appeared for Kathua gangrape accused Vishal Jangotra, who had claimed he was writing his B.SC Part-I exam at a centre in Muzaffarnagar at the time of the incident.
'India to be growth engine for global economy' the Hindustan Times quotes PM Modi's speech at the Mint Asia - Hindustan Times Leadership Summit in Singapore on Friday.
And finally, "Set-top boxes with a chip to track all TV viewing?" The Asian Age reports of a proposal by I & B Ministry aimed at ensuring a wider and better measurement system of viewership preferences. 

PM Modi speaks out on Kathua, Unnao: No culprit will be spared, daughters will definitely get justice

PM Modi speaks out on Kathua, Unnao: No culprit will be spared, daughters will definitely get justice

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The Unnao gang rape case is the lead story in almost all newspapers "Unnao BJP MLA booked for rape" is the Hindustan Times Headline. High court pulls up UP Govt! why has he not  been arrested, says the report. Asian Age writes Unnao rape: Fire against MLA, CM want CBI probe.
"Dangal Babita settles for Silver"is the DNA headline, Babita Phogat bagged a silver and Kiran Bagged a bronze in wrestling in Gold Coast Commonwealth games. Kidambi Srikanth has become the first Indian to achieve world no 1 ranking in badminton the report adds.
The Tribune report on its front page how Mahavir Phougat, father and creater of the legendary Phougat sisters did not get ticket and had to sit outside the venue and was unable to watch his daughter. Feeling humiliated, and anguished Babita said every athlete was entitled to 2 tickets but she was denied any.
The Tribune also takes a look at the News paper archives as today marks the 100th anniversary of the horrific Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
The Business Standard reports how India has had a record chana that is Bengal Gram Production especially in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan yet its Minimum support price has crashed by 18-30 percent.
Monsanta's Bollgard II patent has been declared illegal according to a Delhi Hight Court judgment - a cheering editorial on this has been written in Financial Express.
Some other stories covers by news papers today are, AIIMS tops cleanliness list, to get 2.5 cror Rs. prize/ Nanak Shah fakir to be released today - Pioneer/ Centre to snuff out toxic -e- cigarettes - The Hindu/ Mysuru elections are now turned into a tourist attraction - The Hindu.
And finally, "Steroids in skin creams: Govt to amend rules" is a Times of India headline. Many creams for itching's, pigmentation and fairness contain a cocktail of Steroids says a report.

Zuckerberg put on back foot as House grills Facebook CEO over user tracking

Zuckerberg put on back foot as House grills Facebook CEO over user tracking

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP President Amit Shah to fast  on April 12th to protest Parliament logjam is one of the stories that dominate the front pages this morning. "PM to lead BJP's fast against House washout. Amit Shah to hold sit-in at Hubli in poll-bound Karnataka tomorrow" headlines the Pioneer.
"Modi to present 4-year report card to nation. Black money curbs, jobs, FDI to top pre-2019 exercise" informs the Asian Age.
In another story, The Hindu quoting the Prime Minister says "Opposition blocking development efforts. My government has kept every promise made to the people."
On the Nation wide anti-quota Bharat Bandh the Asian Age writes "Cold response to upper caste bandh; clashes in some states."
Referring to the Cauvery water dispute the Hindustan Times writes "Cauvery Board likely to be on lines of Bhakra beas model." In a related story the Hindu writes "Protesters play spoilers as Chennai hosts IPL match. Roads blocked, footwear hurled inside stadium."
And finally, Badminton's finest Kidambi Srikanth on top of the world to be crowned number one this week. Well, Hindustan Times reports that after leading India to their first badminton mixed team gold at Commonwealth Games, Kidambi Srikanth will on Thursday reach the pinnacle of international badminton, becoming the first Indian man to be ranked as the world's Number one singles player.

Mark Zuckerberg testifies in US Congress on Cambridge Analytica scandal

Mark Zuckerberg testifies in US Congress on Cambridge Analytica scandal

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"This mornings newspapers have taken different subjects as their lead stories. DNA headline reads, It's a triple delight - India at no-3", on the medal winning spree of the Indian team at the Commonwealth games at Australia. "Shuttlers make history" says the Asian Age.
The Pioneer reports on the front page how the recent untimely rain and thunderstorms have extensively damaged Rabi crops especially Wheat, Mustard and gram in UP, Bihar, MP, Maharastra, West Bengal, Rajasthan, Punjab and Haryana.
The Hindu reports of the death of 56 cows  in Guntur district Andhra Pradesh after they ate shoots of jowar plant. This was due to hydracyanic acid which the plant secretes when there is water stress.
The Hindustan Times reports of the presence of mind of a 58 year old Jyoti Verma who saved 20 workers from a burning four-storey footwear factory in Sultanpuri in Delhi yesterday by using a small bamboo ladder as a bridge.
The DNA carries a colorful picture of a 300 wheel truck carrying a 62 foot tall Hanuman statue at Bengaluru, apathy titled - for the lane of God.
The Statesman reports of the project Dhoop initiated by FSSAI in view of growing prevalance of Vitamin D deficiency, switch assemebly time for morning to between 11 AM to 1 PM to maximum vitamin D absorbency.
And finally, a warning from doctor in case you are using too many antacids. Prolonged use of anti-acidity pills harms the kidneys, reports the Times of India.

Don’t vote for BJP, TD tells Karnataka

Don’t vote for BJP, TD tells Karnataka

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Heart warming pictures of Indian sportswomen at the 21st Commonwealth Games, holding aloft their medals - for Table tennis, Weightlifting, Shooting - are splashed over the front page of newspapers this morning. "Girls give India 3 golden Cheers"- headlines The Times of India.
Even as The Hindu writes "Non-bailable warrants issued against Nirav Modi and Choksi", The Times of India reports that a year before the 13,500 crore PNB - Nirav Modi scam came to light, the Central Vigilance Commission had sounded an alarm over 'irregularities' in the gems and jewellery sector.
The Asian Age writes - Congress President Rahul Gandhi on Sunday asserted that the BJP would not win the 2019 Lok Sabha polls and even Prime Minister Narendra Modi might lose from Varanasi under a 'united' Opposition.
The Times of India writes that the Cauvery row took centre stage on Sunday after Rajnikanth and Kamal Haasan warned the Modi Government that it would earn the wrath of the people of Tamil Nadu if the Cauvery Management Board was not formed soon. "Cauvery row unites Rajini, Haasan" headlines the Asian Age.
The Hindu informs us that - directly criticising Russian President Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that there would be 'a big price to pay', after medical aid groups reported that dozens of people were killed by poison gas in a besieged rebel-held town in Syria.
Excess extraction of groundwater is to blame for the 61 per cent decline in groundwater levels in wells across India between 2007 and 2017, according to the Ministry of Water Resources, reports Hindustan Times. It is currently a race against rising population and managing water resources.
And in conclusion - a story from Mail Today of 'Aadhaar card details reuniting a 31 year old missing woman with her family. Mentally ill and lost on the roads of Delhi, a court order confirmed her Aadhaar bio-metrics and the Delhi Police reunited her with her husband in Rajasthan.

Under united Opposition, even Modi may lose Varanasi in 2019: Rahul Gandhi in Karnataka

Under united Opposition, even Modi may lose Varanasi in 2019: Rahul Gandhi in Karnataka

TODAY'S NEWSPAPER HEADLINES:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Nepalese counterpart K.P.Oli's meet makes for front page news in most of the dailies this morning. "India, Nepal to reset ties with rail, water links" leads Hindustan Times. "India seeks game-changing ties with Nepal", says the Pioneer. "
"To push exports, government calls home all 44 defence attaches" headlines the Times of India. The paper writes that they will be briefed on opening up markets for Made-In-India Arms.
Actor Salman Khan walking out of the Jodhpur Jail after a court granted him bail in the black buck poaching case in which he was given a five year prison sentence is covered extensively with reports and photographs by the press. "Salman gets a Saturday release" says Mail Today. "Bhai bucks jail with quick bail" writes DNA adding "Fans welcome Khan home with crackers".
Tennis icon Leander Paes becoming the most successful doubles player in the history of Davis Cup with a record 43rd win also finds wide mention by the press. "Paes creates doubles world record in Davis Cup" headlines the Statesman.
"3 staff members of Una school arrested for Class XII paper leak", informs the Tribune.
Referring to the Videocon loan case the Indian Express writes "I-T notice to Deepak Kochhar: Explain Mauritius investments, Videocon links". The paper also writes that the immediate focus of the probe is on tranche of rupees 166.5 crore two weeks before ICICI Bank loan to Videocon.
"Facebook to make political ads more transparent" writes Financial Express adding "announces advertiser's, ad payer's identity verification will be a must".
On the Panchayat polls in West Bengal DNA writes "Fresh clashes erupt in Bengal, 2,000 detained".
"Congress gets a shot in arm ahead of Karnataka election. Lingayat Mahasabha supports party" informs The Asian Age.
And finally, Its a Jackpot! Well, the Times of India writes that an Indian John Varughese working as a driver in Dubai hit the jackpot by winning dirham 12 millions (roughly 21 crore) in a raffle draw in Abu Dhabi, making him the latest addition to a long list of lucky winners from India.

Salman Khan granted bail in Blackbuck case; Bishnois to move HC

Salman Khan granted bail in Blackbuck case; Bishnois to move HC

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Various newspapers carry varied stories today but the big news dominating all is  Sanjita Chanu winning a gold at Commonwealth Games and the Parliament Session getting over without doing any substantial business.

"Session washed out, bills pending" writes Hindustan Times. "BJP, Congress announce fasts as washout session ends" says the DNA adding "PM forfeits 79 thousand rupees of salary for 23 disruption days." "BJP, Congress play politics of fast" reports the Asian Age while the Hindu writes "Tumultous Budget Session marked by disruption ends" adding "both houses of Parliament adjourned sine die; over 240 hours of work lost."
The Other major story covered most newspapers is about the possible hacking of the Ministry of Defence's Website. "Hacked? government portals locked down says the Tribune". "Cyber attack alarm as government sites crash ," writes the Hindustan Times adding "CBI, ministers' websites go down after hardware failure."
Some other stories covered today are -
SEBI tightens noose around insider trading." headlines The Business Standard.
"Look, out notices issued for Kochhars, Venugopal Dhoot? writes the Hindu Business Line while the Pioneer carries this as a lead story on its front page saying "Look out notice against ICICI Chief."
"Ayodhaya more important than Polygamy, Supreme Court told" writes the Asian Age while the Indian Express quotes Supreme Court "Will hear if entire Ayodhya matter should go to a big bench."
"US, China continue to trade threats" says the Financial Express.
Yesterdays' dust storm that lashed the capital is also widely reported with the Pioneer saying "Dust storm plunges city into darkness, "Air, road traffic hit, Metro delayed." While the Hindu also shows a picture of lightning striking after the dust storm with the headline "Sever dust storm lashes Delhi, 24 flights diverted.
Finally, Maybe to influence the politics of the newborns, the Indian Express writes about a sperm bank in Beijing that has listed loyalty to the ruling Communist Party as a prerequisite for prospective donors.

Sachin Tendulkar hits back at Shahid Afridi: No outsider should advise India on Kashmir

Sachin Tendulkar hits back at Shahid Afridi: No outsider should advise India on Kashmir
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Supreme Court declining to stay SC/ST order, and PM intervening to scrap fake news circular, dominate headlines this morning.
"Supreme Court refuses to stay SC/ST order, says innocent must be protected" is the lead in the Times of India. "Supreme Court says protests misled, declines to stay its order" headlines the Hindustan Times. The Hindu notes "No affront to Dalit rights, says SC" while the Pioneer reports "No stay, but Supreme Court to rethink Dalit order".
"Prime Minister steps in, government takes back fake news notice" writes the DNA. The Pioneer says "PM steps in, corrects errant Ministers" in damage control on "fake news" guideline controversy as well as on demand for paying compensation to families of 39 Indians killed in Iraq.
"In election year, only 30 per cent of 18-19 age group are enrolled as voters" observes the Indian Express.
"H-1B applications set to fall for 2nd straight year" as Trump administration steps up scrutiny, reports the Hindu Business Line.
"FB needs 'a few years' to fix problems" the Asian Age quotes Facebook chief executive Mark Zuckerberg, with regard to revelations on hijacking of private user data.
"Jews have right to their 'own' land, says Saudi" reports the Pioneer. DNA writes "Big shift: Saudi prince says Israel has 'right' to its land", noting behind the scenes improvement in ties in recent years between Saudi Arabia and Israel, which still have no formal diplomatic relations.
And finally, "It's Dirty Money, Literally" says the Mail Today, as the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India warns of grim health hazard from filth on cash, and urges eateries to adopt precautionary steps to discourage simultaneously handling of food and currency notes & coins.

I&B ministry withdraws "fake news" directive after PMO steps in

I&B ministry withdraws "fake news" directive after PMO steps in

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Dalit anger and violence against the softening of provisions of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act by the Supreme Court, is splashed across the front pages of most newspapers this morning. The Times of India headline reads "9 die as massive Dalit protests across country turn violent". "Dalit protests singe North India", headlines DNA.

The other major story is of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and four of his collegues apologising to Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley for accusing him of corruption during his tenure as head of the Delhi and District Cricket Association. The Indian Express writes - after apologies to Bikram Singh Majithia, Nitin Gadkari and Amit Sibal, Kejriwal apologised to Arun Jaitley on Monday.
"Indians in Mosul were illegal immigrants, says VK Singh" reports Hindustan Times. The Minister of State for external affairs said this at the Amritsar International Airport, after bring back the mortal remains of 38 Indians killed by the ISIS in Mosul in 2014.
The Times of India reports that the Uttarakhand High Court has directed the Nainital administration to advertise in four national newspapers and TV channels - that tourists driving to the hill station should first arrange parking for their vehicles  - as Nainital has a severe shortage of parking space.

Govt in damage control mode after 9 killed in Dalit protests, says committed to well being of SCs, STs

Govt in damage control mode after 9 killed in Dalit protests, says committed to well being of SCs, STs

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J&K erupts: 12 terrorists, 3 jawans, 4 civilians slain" is an Asian Age headline. At least 12 terrorists belonging to Hizbul Mujahideen and Laskar-e-Taiba were killed yesterday.
The Financial Express reports that with only 25 per cent productivity in Lok Sabha, 190 crore rupees was washed out in the Budget Session.
"Sand miners, encroachers killing Yamuna" is a Mail Today headline with Haryana not releasing much water, villages at Haryana border are staring at the river which has totally vanished at its entry point.
Another result of mining has been reported by the DNA. A 500 year old perennial waterfall in Goa in HARVALEEM village near Pandava caves has gone dry, marring the religious significance and natural beauty of the place.
Now, the famous Golden Temple in Amritsar is saying no to plastic- special bags made from starch granules derived from maize and potato that have been used for carrying Karah Parshad, says a Tribune report.
Now here is a radio bulletin - just for 3 minutes an FM radio channel, alerts listeners about the movement of Elephants. This was started by Jharkhand forest department to check man- elephant conflict in the state. Hamaar Haathi; Hamaar Saathi, is its name. Thats a report in Hindustan Times.
Want to know why mishaps rise when city is hosting global events? Cops search for missing link in crashes by undertaking a study to ascertain the same is a India Today clipping from Mail Today.
A startling revelation by a study says that states with high GDP face greater risk of diabetes - is a report in Indian Express.
In the recent WUSHU Nationals, that concluded on Saturday young players from Odisha made their mark, against all odds, while getting free training from their coach Pankaj Mahanto. Many of the players are either single parent children or orphans who could barely afford their meals - is a heartening report in The Tribune.

Major counter-terror offensive in J-K: 12 militants killed; 3 jawans, 4 civilians dead

Major counter-terror offensive in J-K: 12 militants killed; 3 jawans, 4 civilians dead

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Arrests made in Jharkhand in connection with the CBSE exam paper leaks dominate front page headlines. The Pioneer reports "CBSE Class X Maths paper leak : 12 arrested in Jharkhand, 2 in Patna". In the backdrop of the CBSE's claim that the leak may have been restricted to the Delhi-NCR region, the Hindustan Times writes "Jharkhand arrests point to wider maths paper leak". Regarding some other leaked papers, the DNA quotes the CBSE as saying "Hindi, Political Science question papers are fake".
Many papers take note of the ramping up of the country's military presence along the Line of Actual Control with China. The Times of India states "India beefs up military muscle on LAC". Giving details the Pioneer reports "Troop presence, surveillance intensified following China's fresh deployment". Drawing attention to other measures, the DNA writes "Arunachal roads get war ready : To enable swift mobilization of troops at LAC".
Tamil Nadu knocking the doors of the Supreme Court against the non-implementation of its judgement in the Cauvery water dispute is prominently noticed in the press. The Hindu observes "TN files for contempt against Centre". On the Centre's response, the Hindustan Times writes "Centre seeks 3 months time for setting up Cauvery board".
West Bengal Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi's visit to the riot affected areas in the state is widely noticed in the press. The Indian Express reports "Governor visits West Bengal riot areas, stays off Muslim localities". The Hindu writes "Governor visits Asansol, appeals for peace".
Investigations into the ICICI Bank loan to the Videocon group in 2012 involving allegations of a possible quid pro quo between the Videocon group and ICICI Bank MD Chanda Kochhar's husband Deepak Kochhar is widely tracked in the press. The Financial Express writes "CBI questions CICI officials; Kochhar, husband could be next."
Delhi has got its first automated driving test centre and the Times of India informs us "At city's first automated track, 50% of South Delhi applicants fail driving test". Good news in bad news?

‘Maoist plot’ to kill VC foiled

‘Maoist plot’ to kill VC foiled

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CBSE paper-leak and India-Pakistan diplomatic row are stories, that dominate the front page headlines across  newspapers this morning. The Hindustan Times headline reads, "Class 12 retest in April, Class 10 still uncertain." adding that 'Maths exam may happen 'if needed' only in Delhi, Haryana in July.'  Reporting on the same story DNA writes saying, "CBSE leak blot spreads; 6 students held from Jharkhand; Delhi op peaks."
Writing on the positive development in India-Pakistan diplomatic ties, the Hindustan Times writes, "India, Pak agree to call truce in diplomatic row" further reporting officials as saying, 'an understanding was hammered out after meeting between envoys from both countries'.
In economic news, The Indian Express carries a report, quoting RBI, on increasing menace of bad loans that says, "Corporate make 73% of public sector bank bad loans".
The Hindustan Times, in a boxed news item, reports of social media monitoring cells cautioning security forces saying, "Beware Facebook friend requests, paramilitary told".
"Applicants for US visa may be asked for social media history" reads the headline that appears in The Tribune on the issue of entry into the US by non-US individuals. The Asian Age carries a headline saying, "For US visa, give 5-yr phone, email, FB data"
Writing on the scenario of decreasing avian population the Pioneer carries a report of the Bombay Natural History Society saying, "Humble house sparrow fleeing India for better habitats" Meanwhile, the Hindu, writing on the growing rhino population says, "Kaziranga finds a dozen reasons to be happy" adding that 'the current rhinoceros population stands at 2,413'.
And finally, "losing sleep may make it harder to lose body fat" says a report in The Indian Express elaborating that 'even when cutting calories helps people lose weight, they may have a harder time getting rid of excess body fat if they don't get enough sleep.'