ICICI Bank To Probe Whistleblower’s Complaint Against CEO Chanda Kochhar

ICICI Bank To Probe Whistleblower’s Complaint Against CEO Chanda Kochhar

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"India, Pak to silence guns; DGMOs agree not to violate 2003 truce at LoC, border", reports the Asian Age. "India-Pak thaw: Both agree to follow ceasefire on LoC in letter and spirit; DGMOs speak on hotline, offer came from Pakistan", is the lead story in the Indian Express.
"'Yuva' to heal valley stone-pelters", headlines the Pioneer, of the J&K government planning to emulate Delhi Police's skill training programme to provide job opportunities to the wayward.
Papers take note of two contrasting aspects of weather in the country, as Monsoon rains lashed Kerala earlier than normal, while "Dust storms kill 54 across north; May toll is 290", observes the Hindustan Times.
On the Class X Board results, the Hindustan Times leads with, "1.3 lakh get 90 per cent in Class X", DNA notes, the pass percentage of Delhi government schools dropped considerably, while the Asian Age reports, "Navodayas record highest pass percentage in exams". "Work consistently hard throughout the year, keep a cool head and stay away from social media", these three rules were the key to success for Prakhar Mittal of Gurugram, one of the toppers, writes the Hindu.
"10 lakh bankers to go on 2-day strike from today", over wage hike, reports the Pioneer.
"High Court bans homework for students of Class I and II", is a front page story in the Hindu, on the Madras High Court directing, no school in the country should prescribe homework for students of Classes I & II, in keeping with NCERT recommendations.
The Tribune leads with the acute water shortage in Shimla, with the Himachal Pradesh High Court directing "All equal, no tanker for VIPs; No building activity, rope in Army for diverting water".
"Rubber godown goes up in smoke, darkens Southeast Delhi", reports the Pioneer with a photograph, of a major fire in Delhi yesterday.
And finally, the Hindustan Times has a box item on, "Parliament set to turn over a new leaf, go green", with 2 e-rickshaws, donated by the Railway Ministry, to be matched with a number of bicycles, as MPs will be encouraged to shun their petrol and diesel vehicles for use within the Parliament complex.

WhatsApp Rumours Claim One More Life In Telangana

WhatsApp Rumours Claim One More Life In Telangana

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Faulty EVMs hit bypolls, Sushma Swaraj talking tough on terror and shut down of Sterlite plant in Tamil Nadu dominates the front pages of newspapers today. The Hindustan Times says, "Glitches in VVPAT's hit bypolls, parties knock on EC's doors," adding "poll officials blame heat, panel denies malfunctioning." "EVM failures ail by polls, as parties exchange barbs, EC firefights," writes The Mail Today.
Almost all papers quote the External Affairs Minister, Sushma Swaraj "Terror and talks can't go together," writes the DNA.
The Indian Express writes, "Six days after thirteen protesters killed in Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu government orders permanent shutdown of Sterlite copper plant," while The Times of India says, "Tamil Nadu govt seals Sterlite unit after years of protests and 13 deaths," adding, "Order issued a day ahead of Assembly session."
Sunanda Pushkar's death is also given front page coverage by several news papers. Delhi government's draft policy that proposed radical cuts in hospitals bills is also a major story in news papers "Govt pill to kill hospital bill," writes The Mail Today. The DNA reports, "Delhi Government's draft policy targets profiteering by private hospitals," while the Times of India says,  "Draft policy seeks to cap hospital profits."
The Mail Today carries a heart - wrenching story on the impact of rising temperatures, "Heat - hit birds fall from skies in Delhi," adding that birds, especially their fledglings, are literally falling from the skies as temperatures shoot up to over 40 degrees celcius in the capital.
The DNA carries a picture of fishermen casting their nets on a Kerala beach, with the caption "Monsoon arrives in Kerala," bringing some cheer, as they are a harbinger of the good news for North India too, which is presently blazing under the scorching sun.
And finally, Amazon's voice controlled smart speakers, which answer to the name Alexa, will now answer 'deeper' metaphysical questions apart from answering your upcoming appointments. The Church of England has introduced an app for Alexa that would explain how church weddings work and even recite the Ten Commandments. "Alexa, who is God? A new app aims to win over agnostics," writes the Indian Express.

Tamil Nadu orders closure of Thoothukudi Sterlite plant: Residents hope for best, but look back in anger

Tamil Nadu orders closure of Thoothukudi Sterlite plant: Residents hope for best, but look back in anger

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The Hindustan Times reports that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged people to shun low grade plastic and polythene which cause immense pollution, in his Man Ki Baat programm. Prime Minister's praise of D. Prakash Rao, a tea seller from Bhubaneshwar, teaching and feeding slum children for free also finds mention. Also Rao has donated blood 214 times.
''Modi rips into Congress from expressway dais'' headlines The Statesman, while talking about PM's inauguration of the Delhi-Merrut Expressway yesterday.
Election Commission saying that in 2019, 24 lakh EVM's will be required for simultaneous polls, reports the DNA.
''Paper demand to rise to 20 million tonnes in FY 20'' is a Statesman headline.
KVIC creates approximate 15 lakh jobs then PMEGP scheme is a Pioneer headline.
In a first of its kind excercise, the Indian Railways has undertaken a clean train competition involving about 400 trains, to be evaluated next month. This will be a cleanliness audit, says the Pioneer report.
Soon, the Bhagwad Gita will be made available in Nepali language by Gorakhpur Press on popular demand from the Nepalese reports Mail Today.
The DNA report how the famed terracotta products from Gorakhpur are all set to get geographical indication tag. The clay is collected from Aurangabad ponds only in May and June and the red color never fades away, so it is eco friendly too.
A riveting folk, music show at IGNCA, Delhi by Basanti Bisht, 400 school children in Goa having collected 17 tonnes of segregated waste, Jaipur's MANJU DEVI, Porter No. 15, the first woman porter of North East Railways, and two wheeler parts to be made by women prisoners in Yeravada jail, Pune are some of the other stories covered by newspapers today.

Narendra Modi will ‘definitely’ not come to power in 2019: Chandrababu Naidu

Narendra Modi will ‘definitely’ not come to power in 2019: Chandrababu Naidu

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi's rally in Odisha to mark the completion of four years of his government dominates front page headlines. "From kala dhan to jan dhan in 4 years; PM Modi sets tone for 2019 poll on anniversary" reports the DNA. The Times of India quotes the Prime Minister as saying "Corrupt running scared, uniting agaisnt BJP". On Rahul Gandhi's retort to the Prime Minister, the Pioneer observes "RaGa flunks PM for work, bestows A+ for slogans".
The CBSE Class 12 results declared yesterday are prominently noticed on the front pages.Taking note of the topper Meghana Srivastava's result, the Times of India writes "499/500 : Noida girl takes it to another mark closer to 100%". The Tribune reports "12,737 students score 95% or above". On the impact these results can have on university admissions this year, The Hindustan Times writes "Class 12 results set to push up Delhi University's cut-offs".
The Indian Express has published an interview with Home Minister Rajnath Singh on its front page. The paper quotes the Minister as saying "If Pak ready for talks, show initiative, India won't say no".
The BSP national executive meeting held in Lucknow is widely noticed in the press. The Hindustan Times quotes BSP Chief Mayawati as saying "Ready for tie-ups if given fair share of seats". Signalling a strategic political posturing, the Asian Age writes "BSP leaders want Maya to be Opposition PM candidate".
Many papers take note of a report submitted by the Central Medical Team which had looked into the Nipah virus cases in Kerala. The DNA quotes a report as saying "Bats not primary source of Kerala Nipah crisis".
In an interesting story on the dairy industry in India captioned "Milking the opportunities" the Financial Express writes "In recent times, value added dairy products have been gaining traction among customers due to apparent changes in demographic and dietary patterns".

Won't give Rashid Khan away, Ghani tells Modi

Won't give Rashid Khan away, Ghani tells Modi

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BJP leaving floor, H.D.Kumarswamy winning test and BJP candidate S.Suresh Kumar paving way for unanimous election of Congress' K.R.Ramesh Kumar as the speaker of Karnataka Assembly is the main story covered by almost all the newspapers today. With the Tribune adding "Yeddyurappa threatens stir if no farm loan waiver".
"Major Leetul Gogoi to face court of inquiry. Army Chief Bipin Rawat vows exemplary action if he is guilty." writes Hindustan Times.
"SEBI notice to ICICI bank and its CEO Chanda Kocchar" reports the Hindu, in the Videocon loan matter which also involves a company promoted by her husband.
"Centre open to bringing fuel under GST". With petrol and diesel rates rising daily the Central Government advocated bringing transport fuel under the GST to curb the price hike, writes the Statesman.
The Indian Express on its front page writes "On civil code, Law panel asks Muslim groups why deny some rights to women? ". The panel has also asked various stake holders to recommend a model Nikahnama and Talaknama that can be implemented uniformally across the country.
"Mid, Small caps outperform in 4 years of Narendra Modi government" reports the Business Standard attributing this to the government's proactive economic reform measures.
In a front page story in the Times of India Nirav Modi's step brother Nehal Modi 'disappeared' with 50 kg gold jewellery from a Dubai safe house as soon as he learned the CBI is registering a cheating case against Nirav Modi.
One of the headlines in Mail Today says "Mercury alarm! Delhi fire department cancel leaves", the main reason behind the control room working overtime, being, the alarming rise in temperature to nearly 47c.
And finally, the mystery over the source of the deadly NIPAH virus infection claiming 12 lives in Kerala deepened, after the blood and serum samples of 21 bats tested negative results for the virus, ruling out bats as source, writes the Hindustan Times.

Anti-Sterlite protests highlights: 13 people killed and vehicles worth Rs 1.27 crore burnt, say police

Anti-Sterlite protests highlights: 13 people killed and vehicles worth Rs 1.27 crore burnt, say police

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The regional parties gearing up for a united show for the 'big game' in 2019 and the protests against the Sterlite plant in Tamil Nadu are some of the stories that dominate the headlines today.
"Tamil Nadu cuts power to Sterlite plant after protests, violence," headlines the Hindustan Times while the Pioneer writes, "Deaths leave Sterlite power-less, Tamil Nadu moves to shut down plant." And the DNA puts it as, "TN town still tense, one more victim succumbs."
Rahul Gandhi taking digs at Narendra Modi on fuel prices also finds prominence in papers.
"Rahul trolls PM, turns 'fitness challenge' into 'fuel challenge'," writes the Asian Age,  while the Pioneer says, "Rahul takes Virat cue, throws 'fuel challenge'," The Statesman headlines, "Rahul fires 'fuel challenge' at PM," and the DNA reports, "Fuels on fire, heat on government," adding "Windfall tax may be put on oil companies to control prices."
The Modi government showcasing its achievements of 4 years also finds space. "Modi to lead blitzkrieg on government's 4th anniversary," writes the Asian Age while the Hindustan Times says, "Saaf Niyat, Sahi Vikas' tag line for Modi governments' 4-year celebration."
The International Border simmering while people suffer is also covered by papers. " Lull on border, tension intact," writes the Statesman; The Hindu reports, "Top officials for Kashmir talks".
In an interesting story by the Times of India, Brazilian footballer "Ronaldinho to marry two women at the same time."The same paper also writes about one Alam Javed, who broke his fast to donate blood to an 8-year old Hindu boy suffering from Thalessemia. "Man breaks Ramzan fast to save boy's life," is its headline.
And finally, If you are a fan of author Douglas Adams, of 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' fame,' then better celebrate May-25 with a towel for its Towel Day today. The Hindu Business Line says, "On earth or in space, a towel says it all." 

"At Least 1 Should Die": Cop On Video Of Sterlite Protests That Killed 10

"At Least 1 Should Die": Cop On Video Of Sterlite Protests That Killed 10

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 "Opposition to be out in full force at Karnataka oath" is the lead in the Hindustan Times. "Swearing-in today, Deputy Chief Minister and Speaker posts go to Congress" writes The Indian Express.
"Government working on excise cut as fuel prices hit new peak" highlights The Times of India. The Hindustan Times observes "Fuel prices to be slashed, Oil companies to share burden".
"At least 9 killed as police fire on anti-Vedanta protesters in Tamil Nadu" against the proposed expansion of a copper smelter of Sterlite Copper, is the lead story in The Indian Express.
On the draft Air Passenger Charter released yesterday, The Financial Express writes "Plane and simple: Flying to get a lot less stressful". "New passenger -friendly air travel rules" observes The Asian Age, with free cancellation in 24 hours; Airlines to pay for delays and lost baggage.
"Capital's Janpath Hotel to make way for government offices", which could spell the end of an iconic hotel that has fallen on hard times, informs The Hindustan Times.
"Delhi sizzles at 46 degrees celsius, Day temperature expected to rise; Dust storm likely tomorrow" cautions The Asian Age.
"3 PGI Doctors decode how MJ defied gravity", studying the biomechanics of the spine and unravelling the mystery behind a dance move by Michael Jackson, is an interesting front page story in The Times of India.
 And finally, a "Floating Varanasi Museum to revivify Ganga" notes The Pioneer, of a first-of-its kind floating museum on the river Ganga in PM Modi's constituency, which will move from ghat to ghat to create awareness about the need to conserve the water body, which is one of the most revered in the world.

India's opposition discovers road map to defeat Modi in 2019

India's opposition discovers road map to defeat Modi in 2019 

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JD (S) leader HD Kumaraswamy, meeting UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi and Congress president Rahul Gandhi while the  two parties worked on an initial power sharing arrangement in Karnataka is the story that dominates headlines this morning. "Congress, JD (S) finalise contours of coalition" headlines Hinudstan Times adding, "Allies to set up coordination committee, frame common minimum programme; call on deputy CM likely today."
In a related story The Statesman writes "No stop BJP-Congress slugfest over Karnataka. Shah calls Congress JD(S) tie-up 'unholy alliance', Congress attacks BJP power play."
Russian President Vladimir Putin greeting Prime minister Naredra Modi at the black sea resort of Sochi, Russia is covered with reports and photographs by the media. "Sochi embrace with eye on 'newerheights' " reports The Tribune. The paper says "Modi, Putin hold informal talks; Vajpayee invoked."
The third major out break of the Nipah virus infection in the country in Kerala is also covered extensively by the press. "Kerala may seek WHO help to battle Nipah virus infection." informs The Hindu.
Ahead of the 2019 general elections, The Times Of India quoting the Archbishop of Delhi, Anil Couto writes "Secular fabric under threat, let's pray for India"
On Mayawati puting up a board at her official residence naming it 'Shri Kanshiram Yadgar Vishram Sthal' in memory of her political mentor and Bahujan Samaj party founder Kanshiram the DNA writes "Before moving out, Maya 'names' UP Government bungalow after mentor."
And finally,.. Tea leaves could kill cancer cells. Well, The Hindu reports that the nanoparticles derived from tea leaves can inhibit the growth of lung cancer cells, destroying up to 80 percent of them, as found by a team of Indian and British scientists.

Nipah virus claims 6 lives in Kerala; NCDC team reaches Kozhikode

Nipah virus claims 6 lives in Kerala; NCDC team reaches Kozhikode

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Hard bargaining on portfolios and power distribution between the Congress and its new alliance partner, Janta Dal (Secular) is the lead story in most newspapers. The Hindustan Times headlines - "Day after win in Karnataka, Congress, JD(S) drive hard bargain for crucial posts". The Tribune writes "Birth of another battle: Cabinet berths", who to include, how many from each party - huge task for JD(S) and Congress.
Killing of seven policemen in Maoists attack in Dantewada district of South Chhattisgarh has been prominently covered in the front pages of almost all dailies.  The Asian Age writes "Seven Chhattisgarh jawans killed as Maoists blast police van". The Hindu headlines "Seven policemen killed as Maoists blow up their SUV".
"Pakistan reels as India hits back" headlines the Pioneer. Begging for their lives, the Pakistan Rangers on Sunday made frantic calls to local BSF formations in Jammu to stop use of their punitive lethal fire power, as it was causing huge damages on their side.
The Times of India reports that the PMO wants a major change in the policy related to allocation of Services and Cadre for 1,000 odd candidates selected each year in the All India Civil Services Examination. It has suggest that Cadre and Services should be allocated only after appraising their performance in the three month foundation course at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration in Mussoorie.
The Hindustan Times writes that the Narcotics Control Bureau has arrested a 25 year old Brazilian woman with 106 capsules of pure American cocaine worth around 6 crore rupees in her stomach, from the Indira Gandhi International Airport.
And finally, The Times of India informs us "Octopuses are Aliens". A team of 33 researches have made this claim as the genetics of Octopuses is 'mysterious'. The authors of the paper hypothesize that perhaps fertilised Octopus eggs were first delivered to earth by a meteor.

Petrol, Diesel Prices Zoom to All-Time Highs; Mumbai, Hyderabad Worst-Hit

Petrol, Diesel Prices Zoom to All-Time Highs; Mumbai, Hyderabad Worst-Hit

TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-

As expected, the newspapers are abuzz with Yeddyurappa's exit as 55 hour CM of Karnataka. "Opposition out - BJP's Yeddyurappa" headlines the Hindustan Times adding "CM quits before floor test; Congress, regional parties cheer; Kumaraswamy swearing - in on Wednesday. The same paper quotes Rahul Gandhi in another headline, "Learn your lesson, show institutions respect." The Sunday Tribune writes, "BSY took floor, then door," while the Indian Express says "BJP loses vote of over confidence".
With Prince Harry marrying Meghan Markle, romantic pictures straight from the Royal couple's wedding also dominate the front pages of newspapers.
"Sealed with a kiss" headlines the Mail Today adding "Harry and Meghan wed at St. George's Chapel in Windsor in a modern, multicultural ceremony attended by the Clooneys, the Beckhams, Oprah and, of course Priyanka Chopra.
The same paper also carries an alarming story about  Delhi's Asola wildlife sanctuary near Tughlaqabad which has been turned into a dumping ground for stray animals. "A Sanctuary gone astray," is its headline.
The oft neglected Rohingya refugees in the capital find space in The Sunday Times. "Rohingyas survive on little, but their hearts are full of hope this Ramzan" adding that though most families only have a water melon or an onion salad as the iftar meal, they believe that the month of Ramzan shows us how to be graceful, thankful and have the patience to find contentment in their circumstances.
The Sunday Times writes "India's first child without a father," Tavishi Perara may be India's first child "without a father" as her mother Mathumitha Ramesh had to wage a legal battle to ensure that her daughter's birth certificate didn't have the father's name.

BS Yeddyurappa Resigns As Karnataka Chief Minister Just Before Floor Test

BS Yeddyurappa Resigns As Karnataka Chief Minister Just Before Floor Test

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Almost all the newspapers have the Karnataka Floor Test as their lead headline today . " Not in 15 days BJP faces test today, "reports The Indian Express. While The Hindustan Times says "Cong- JD(S) may challenge pro-tem Speaker 's appointment .The Mail Today has the headline " many signatures on Cong JD(S) list fake, says Yeddyurappa."
The top headline of Times Of India reports "Cross Border claims lives of 8 civilians in India and Pak" mentioning the steep escalation of tension between the two nations on Friday , just a day ahead of PM Narendra Modi's visit to J&K. Mufti attacks Islamabad, says it has ' no respect for Ramzaan' headlines the Asian Age.
In another headline Hindustan Times writes," Monsoon to arrive ahead of schedule, may hit Kerala on 29th May, says IMD."
"Justice Chelameshwar's last day creates record, shares dais with Chief Justice of India, finishes all business in less than 30 minutes" headlines the Pioneer.
On the police questioning Kejriwal for 3 hours in Chief Secretary assault case, The Hindu writes "Chief Minister was co-operative but evaded many questions."
As part of a another headline in Business Standard says, "Costly oil may inflate import bill by 50 billion dollars, affecting the current account deficit, but no impact on fiscal situation" says Economic Affairs Secretary SC Garg.
" IITians to get lessions in fine arts and humanities" expecting to give future engineers a holistic development, writes the Economic Times.
And finally, The Tribune gives a bizarre information of a government funded project all set to be launched in Punjab to treat thalassaemia with goat blood, described in Ayurveda as 'Raktabasti'.

Karnataka Verdict Indicates the Modi Wave Is All but Over

Karnataka Verdict Indicates the Modi Wave Is All but Over

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''Karnataka model spurs Congress, RJD activism'' Headlines The Pioneer. Opposition in Goa, Manipur, Bihar demand same principle want their 'single largest' parties to get a shot at power.
'' Karnataka waiver may cost 250 billion rupees'' headline The Business Standard referring to the announcement made by the new CM Yeddyurappa.
''No sahayaks at beck and call of retired generals, orders army chief'' is an Hindustan Times Headline. Army Chief General Bipin Singh Rawat has said that soldiers are meant to fight and serve at the front.
The Hindu Business lead headline '' Crude oil at 80$ a barrel gives Goverment the jitters. '' this may affect inflation, fiscal growth and require tighter macroeconomic polices.
The Tribune reports that country's richest temple TIRUMALA in Andhara Pradesh has trouble brewing. The head priest has alleged huge corruption against temple officials  leading to retirement of 3 priests.
Now the National Institute of Open schooling will soon make gurukuls eligible for class 10th and 12th certificates that will help them apply for jobs, says The Hindu Report.
The Pioneer emphasises the importance of Millets- Ragi, Bajara, Jawar etc making a healthy come back and providing nutritional food security so far considered low in heirachg of foods.
And now, here is a book called '' Guidebook to create child friendly Railway stations'' launched by the  Railways. A child arrives alone at a railway station every 5 minutes is a startling revelation by Ashwani Lohani, Chairman of Railway board thats a report in Mail Today.
And finally, UP Women cops to have comfortable tunics instead of shirts as their uniform/ fuel price may increase by 4 rupees a liter are some of the other stories and Delhi to overtake Tokyo as most populated city in 2028 covered by Newspaper.

Karnataka, Day 2: After 'missing' scare, bus full of Cong MLAs taken to meet Guv

Karnataka, Day 2: After 'missing' scare, bus full of Cong MLAs taken to meet Guv

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The Karnataka assembly election verdict dominates headlines in all the papers today. With a hung house, and the JD(S) emerging as the king maker, the speculations are on as to who would form the government with the BJP and the Congress rallying to muster numbers.
"Hung house to Governor House" writes the Hindustan Times. "How king maker JD(S) would step forward as king" says the paper.
"BJP single largest party in Karnataka" headlines The Statesman adding Congress and JD(S) stitch alliance, both BJP and alliance stake claim to form government, 10 former Congress Ministers bite dust.
The DNA aptly catches the mood with the headline "Natak begins in Karnatak".
While the Tribune simply and powerfully headlines "Kar-natak" adding "BJP wins big but falls short, Congress backs JD(S), both stake claim.
With the US pulling out of the Nuke deal with Iran, The Asian Age says "Iran upbeat on nuke deal hopes after talks with European Union".As a fallout of the economic offenders the Punjab National Bank incurs mouth gaping losses. Many newspapers carry this story on their front pages. "PNB posts record loss of 13,417 crore rupees in Q4" says The Financial Express."PNB's Q4 loss of 13,417 crore rupees is biggest ever by a domestic lender," writes The Pioneer.The tragic mishap of a flyover collapsing in Varanasi is widely reported in all papers with heart wrenching pictures. "Flyover collapse kills 18 in Varanasi" writes The Tribune.In some more news, The Asian Age writes "Scotland to vote against Brexit bill".
"Indian Buddha vs China's: Beijing won't let our monks teach there" says the Pioneer.
And finally, The commonly found 'sadabahar' also known as Nithyakalyani plant may emerge as the source of one of the largest selling anti-cancer drug. "Scientists unravel how Nithyakalyani makes potent cancer drug" writes The Hindu Business Line.

Battle Of Wits In Karnataka As Congress Backs JD(S) To Keep BJP Out

Battle Of Wits In Karnataka As Congress Backs JD(S) To Keep BJP Out

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The Union Cabinet Reshuffle and the violence in West Bengal Panchayat Polls dominate front page newspaper headlines.
Under the Caption 'Fifth Reshuffle in Govt', the Indian Express headline reads, "Irani is out of I&B, Goyal gets additional charge of Finance until Jaitley is back". The Mail Today highlights "Smriti demoted, Piyush pushed up" adding 'Rathore is the new I&B minister'.
The political mayhem in the rural elections in West Bengal has been widely covered. The Hindustan Times reports "15 die in clashes during Bengal panchayat polls". The paper adds 'violence in almost every district; ballot boxes set on fire, thrown in pond'. The Pioneer reports "TMC goons unleash terror, butcher 16".
The Karnataka Assembly Election Results expected today also get front page attention. Reporting on the multiple scenarios that could unfold today, the Hindustan Times writes "Karnataka  result today: BJP, Congress send feelers to JD(S)". The Asian Age observes "Cong-JD(S) set for a deal as both sides explore options". 
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor chargesheeted by the Delhi Police for abetting the suicide of his wife Sunanda Pushkar is also keenly tracked by the papers. "Tharoor tortured Sunanda, says chargesheet; 'epicaricacy' retorts Shashi" writes the Pioneer.

Cabinet rejig: Smriti Irani loses I&B portfolio, Piyush Goyal gets Finance

Cabinet rejig: Smriti Irani loses I&B portfolio, Piyush Goyal gets Finance

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Sunday evening storm wreaking havoc finds wide mention across papers today. 'Storm leaves behind trail of destruction'; '4 killed as rain, fierce storm lash Delhi-NCR', headlines the Hindustan Times. 'Season's strongest storm in capital, 14 die in UP', the Times of India captions a photograph of an uprooted tree crushing several cars. The Pioneer leads with, 'Killer storm stops India in its tracks' adding, 'Thunderstorm upsets farmers' apple cart; one-third horticulture crops destroyed, 5 per cent Rabi damaged'.
'Will step aside for a Dalit CM if party asks, says Siddaramaiah', two days before the Karnataka election results, highlights the Indian Express. 'Karanataka's 72 per cent turnout is a record', leads the Hindu, adding, all major parties trash exit polls, claim voter support.
'Army won't halt anti-terror operations in J&K, Defence Minister clears stand', notices the Pioneer on its front page.
'Pak military calls meet on Sharif's 26/11 comments', reports the Statesman.
'To contain suicides, BSF plans annual mental health tests', in addition to physical tests, held so far to assess soldiers' fitness to discharge duties, notes the Indian Express. 
'Government plans to put SC/ST Act in Ninth schedule; Move would insulate legislation from judicial scrutiny', leads the Tribune.
The Central Information Commission has directed the Prime Minister's Office and Ministries of External Affairs and Home to make public, details of the mysterious death of then Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri in 1966, hours after signing a declaration with the then Pakistan President, post the 1965 Indo-Pak war, writes the DNA.
'Sanskrit, the 'language of Gods', gets its first film book', says the Hindu Business Line.
And finally, 'Centre plans 9,000 crore rupee sops to push eco-friendly cars', and offer incentives to those scrapping old petrol or diesel-fired vehicles, informs the Times of India.

Sachin Bansal: The poster boy of Indian ecommerce who redefined 21st century startups

Sachin Bansal: The poster boy of Indian ecommerce who redefined 21st century startups

A LOOK AT TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-

The Karnataka Assembly elections held yesterday dominate front page headlines. Most papers lead with exit poll results. While the Mail Today writes "Numbers show Siddharamiah beating anti-incumbency, putting Congress on top" the Pioneer reports "BJP has edge in Karanataka". Summing up the different exit poll results, the Times of India writes "Karnataka exit polls predict hung House, most show BJP in lead". Speculating on a post-poll alliance, the Asian Age says "JD-S may ally with BJP if given CM post". 
The conclusion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two day visit to Nepal gets front page attention. The Hindu quotes Mr Modi as saying "We'll be sherpa to help Nepal climb to success". The Tribune reports that the Prime Minister of Nepal  K P Sharma Oli has assured Mr Modi that "Nepal won't allow its territory to be used against India".
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's admission that Pakistani terrorists were involved in the 26/11 terror attacks in Mumbai is prominently noticed in the press. The Times of India writes "Ex-Pak PM admits Pakistani terrorists carried out 26/11". The Statesman caption reads "Sharif questions Pak policy to allow killing by non-state actors".
Most papers take note of the outbreak of communal clashes in Aurangabad in Maharashtra. The Tribune reports "2 dead in Aurangabad communal clashes ; 100 shops, 50 vehicles gutted; curfew clamped; internet suspended".
In the backdrop of the demand made by Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti that the Centre declare a unilateral ceasefire from the holy month of Ramzan in mid May to the Amarnath Yatra in August, the Hindustan Times reports "One-sided truce will not do, says Army".
Highlighting an instance of speedy justice by a court in Indore in a rape and murder case, the DNA reports "23 days after he raped infant, man gets noose".
A little tidbit from RJD Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's son Tej Pratap Yadav's wedding. The Times of India writes "7000 guests, 50 horses, jumbos and politicians mark Lalu son's wedding".

India Today exit polls show Congress most popular across all ages

India Today exit polls show Congress most popular across all ages

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The Supreme Court collegium deciding to back Uttarakhand High Court Chief Justice K.M.Joseph for elevation to the top court despite the government spurning his nomination last month is the story that dominates headlines this morning. "Supreme Court collegium will send back Joseph name for elevation" leads Hindustan Times.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Nepal visit is covered with reports and photographs on the front pages of almost all the dailies this morning. "Neighbourhood first is Modi pitch in Nepal"says the Tribune adding "100 crore rupees for Janakpur, direct bus service to Ayodhya". "PM offers prayers at Nepal temple" is the caption above a photograph of PM Modi shaking hands with Nepal Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli at the 20th century Janaki temple in Janakpur Nepal. Mr. Modi performed a special 16 step worship ceremony, becoming the first Indian Premier to hold such a prayer at the temple.
On the Karnataka assembly polls the Indian Express writes "Polls today: EC defers voting in one seat, books Congress MLA". "EC puts off voting in RR Nagar to May 28" notes the Asian Age.
"Chidambaram kin booked for hiding investment info" writes the Pioneer adding "Karti, his mother and wife didn't disclose UK property worth 5.37 crore in IT returns.
"Parting shot Mumbai supercop kills himself to beat cancer" says Mail Today about Himanshu Roy, former ATS chief who probed IPL match-fixing, turns the gun on himself as disease spread from bone to brain.
At 42.8 degree centigrade Delhi saw the hottest day of the session on Friday, reports Hindustan Times.
And finally, Dabbawalas to mark royal wedding in a special way. Well! the Asian Age reports the famous dabbawalas in Mumbai will be celebrating the wedding of Prince Harry of the British Royal family and Hollywood actor Meghan Markle in a unique way. They will be distributing sweets to relatives of patients at the government run Tata Memorial Hospital, KEM hospital and Wadia Hospital in Mumbai on May 19th, the wedding day.

View: Karnataka presses the button today, the big race to 2019 begins

View: Karnataka presses the button today, the big race to 2019 begins

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The final leg of Assembly polls in Karnataka receives major attention in the press. "Campaign ends in Karnataka for likely cliffhanger" observes The Statesman. The Hindustan Times writes " Shah, Rahul raise pitch on last day of campaign".
"Fuel price hike post Karnataka polls likely" speculates the Pioneer, as Brent crude prices go up by nearly 5 dollars a barrel, since the last revision on April 24.
"Fans float 'Didi for PM' FB page" reports the Asian Age, with the Congress' hope of projecting Rahul Gandhi as the Opposition's prime Ministerial "face" hitting the first hurdle, as supporters of TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee launched a soft campaign on Facebook to project her as the opposition candidate for PM in the 2019 general elections.
On the Constitutional validity of the 2016 Aadhaar Act, the Indian Express writes "Second longest hearing in Supreme Court comes to an end, order reserved".
The Hindustan Times notes "Govt unlikely to accept J&K ceasefire for Ramzan, Yatra". "Militants Must Appeal First: Ally BJP's Red Flag on J&K ceasefire" is the Page One Anchor in the Indian Express.
"CBI confirms Unnao rape charge against BJP MLA: 'UP Cops left out his name from FIR' " states the Times of India.
" In 16 years, 1 MCOCA conviction"observes the Hindustan Times, of the law that was brought in, as the existing legal framework was found inadequate to curb the menace of organised crime.
"Army boots out iconic canvas for sports shoes". The Pioneer states, for the first time since independence, the Army is set to replace canvas shoes issued to its jawans with modern sports shoes.

Walmart Buys 77% Stake In Flipkart For $16 Billion

Walmart Buys 77% Stake In Flipkart For $16 Billion

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Prime Minister Modi and Sonia Gandhi sparring over graft and unkept promises is the story that dominates headlines this morning. "Congress slams hollow speeches, PM attacks divisive politics" says the Asian Age. "Ready to be PM in 2019, says Rahul" leads Hindustan Times.
"CJI impeachment plea withdrawn" informs DNA. "Congress MPs withdraw plea on CJI removal motion from Supreme Court" writes the Times of India adding "Sibal Questions Propriety of CJI Allocating Case".
On the Cauvery issue the Hindu writes "Supreme Court pulls up Centre for not framing Cauvery scheme". The paper states that the court has adjourned the case to May 14th, after polling for Karnataka Assembly elections.
"IRCTC goes hi-tech to oversee kitchens" informs Business Line. The paper writes that Railways' catering unit to use CCTVs, Artificial Intelligence to monitor quality.
Referring to the water crisis in New Delhi, Times of India writes "90 per cent of city in critical zone as groundwater level dips. Could lead to severe water crisis, Supreme Court told."
"Bid to kill mosquitoes immolates 2 in ambulance" writes the Pioneer about the South Delhi incident adding "Sleeping staffers charred to death in blaze ignited by repellent coil".
On the stone-pelting incident in Kashmir valley that killed a Chennai tourist, the Hindu quoting the Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti writes, "It's a blot on cultural values of Kashmir". The paper adds that the Chief Minister personally apologised to the family of the tourist.
And finally, DNA in an amazing story writes about a Coolie Sreenath K. who cleared the UPSC using WiFi service available at the Ernakulam RXR ailway Station using just his phone and ear-phones. That's an encouraging story.

Narendra Modi's oratory cannot fill stomach of poor: Sonia Gandhi

Narendra Modi's oratory cannot fill stomach of poor: Sonia Gandhi 

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The Supreme Court's five-judge bench to take up a petition today challenging rejection of impeachment notice over removal of the Chief Justice of India is prominently highlighted on the front pages of newspapers today. With the caption 'Vice President's decision challenged', the Hindustan Times reports "CJI sets up bench to hear Congress plea on his removal". The Hindu writes "MPs move SC on impeachment plea".
The Supreme Court transferring the Kathua gangrape and murder case from Jammu & Kashmir to Pathankot in Punjab is also widely reported. "Kathua trial in Pathankot" headlines the Tribune. "SC orders Day-to-Day hearing" writes the Times of India. "SC orders in-camera proceedings to protect witnesses" says the Hindu.
"North India on toes to weather the storm" headlines the Pioneer. The paper writes "Gale reaches Delhi, evening schools to remain closed today; Traffic Police issues advisory on outing plan, Metro may shut operations".
Reporting on the Karnataka Assembly polls, quoting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the DNA writes "Congress's charges are a plot to cover its failures". The Pioneer reports, "Manmohan slams Modi for dismantling Indian economy".
In another story, the Times of India quotes BSP chief Mayawati as saying "Alliance with SP is on for Lok Sabha Polls".
Several newspapers also take note of a Tamil Nadu tourist who died in a Srinagar hospital after he was hit by stone-pelters.
"Assam errupts over citizenship law change" headlines the Asian Age. The paper speculates that this move by BJP may have serious political repercussions in Assam.
And finally, Delhities can gear up for a moving cinematic experience! The Hindustan Times reports "Cinema on Wheels" - a set-up with inflatable roofs and walls will be premiered on Janpath in Delhi on May the 9th. The paper says "Such a portable theatre will have it all -- a projector, a maximum of 200 seats and an AC, which can all be packed up after the show in a truck.

Karnataka poll: Congress inches ahead but Lingayat card may not work

Karnataka poll: Congress inches ahead but Lingayat card may not work

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"Seven Indian workers kidnapped from Afghan province" is the lead in the Hindustan Times. The Times of India headlines "Seven Indians abducted in Afghanistan, Taliban hand suspected".
"Kashmir on edge after 10 die in gunfight, clashes" notices the Hindu.  "Professor among five militants killed in Valley, five civilians die in protests" writes the Indian Express.
"Pakistani Interior Minister survives assassination bid" reports the Hindu.
"Don't need CBI probe, if not police, who to trust", the Indian Express quotes J&K Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti, on the Kathua rape and murder case.
Concerned over key infrastructure projects getting delayed, "Modi tells Secretaries: If projects stuck, act on your own; 'Don't wait for me to intervene' " notices the Asian Age.
"Survivors may get to report child sex abuse till age 25" the Hindustan Times states, of the Union Women and Child Development Ministry seeking a 7-year time limit after such persons turn 18, to report such offences.
"Namaz must be offered in mosques, not public places" The Indian Express cites Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar.
'No precedent of government returning collegium's recommendation' for elevation of Uttarakhand Chief Justice K.M. Joseph as a judge of the top court, the Statesman quotes Justice Kurian Joseph, a member of the collegium.
And finally, "Artificial Intelligence to ensure hygienic food in trains;  Besides fresh menu, IRCTC to use environment-friendly food containers" reports the Pioneer, as the much-maligned catering services of the Indian Railways are all set to undergo a major 'technological' revolution!

7 Indian Engineers Kidnapped In Afghanistan's Baghlan, Say Reports

7 Indian Engineers Kidnapped In Afghanistan's Baghlan, Say Reports

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"Modi 'raps frenemy JD(s) for Congress pact" headlines Pioneer. Prime Minister blasts Congress for playing politics on mahadayi, poverty and farmers, says, after Karnataka loss, it will be reduced to PPP Congress.
700 Uttarakhand villages have been deserted and more than 3.83 lakh people have migrated from them in the last 10 years, is a front page story in The Tribune. They migrated largely in search of jobs, education and health facilities in that order.
"Farmers see red as tomato prices crash after bumper harvest" headlines the Business Standard. After potato a few weeks ago, its tomato now. Tomato farmers from Haryana to Tamil Nadu are forced to abandon their crop in the field due to low prices.
Delhi government likely to put a cap on hospital projects this week is a Times of India headline. Delhi could become country's first state to do so.
Rajasthan's Dholpur village has had no bride coming in for the last 22 years due to lack of drinking water along with road connectivity. But recently, the village saw clean drinking water coming in and so rang the first wedding bells after 22 years is a heartening report in the DNA.
A cash starved animal shelter PANJRAPOL in Gujarat's Banaskantha district letting loose 5,700 cattle for want of government apathy has been reported by the DNA with a picture.
In a first of its kind event at the UN in New York, there will be an exhibition and a seminar on the Jaipur foot, from 15th to 18th May. It has benefited 17 lakh people so far with presence in 29 countries says a Hindu report.
The Indian Express carries a full page write up on the suicide among paramilitary personnel. 700 of them have committed suicide in the last 6 years surpassing those killed in action, being posted in some of the toughest terrains.

Gadkari to lay foundation stone for 4-lane NH projects in Telangana

Gadkari to lay foundation stone for 4-lane NH projects in Telangana

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The havoc wreaked by the dust-storms across the country and the Cauvery-water -row are the two stories given prominent headline space by most newspapers this morning. The Hindustan Times carries the picture of a damaged hoarding saying, "Freak dust stroms kill 17" While The Times of India has headlined it as "Superstorms across India kill 129, shatter homes and lives".
On the Cauvery Water issue quoting centre's response The Hindustan Times writes, "Cauvery plan delayed as PM busy with K'taka polls" While DNA has the headline that reads as, "SC warns Karnataka to release Cauvery waters or face action".
On the National Film Awards issue The Pioneer's report says, "60 winners abstain from National Film Awards over presentation row".
Reporting on the SC/ST Act story The Asian Age writes, "SC rejects govt's plea to stay its SC/ST law ruling".
In business news The Times of India reports, "Flipkart co-founder likely to quit after Walmart takeover".
In yet another economic news The paper informs, "Delhi cops bust crypto coin minting unit in Dehradun" adding further, '100 Ethereum Rigs seized; Gang made over Rs 70L in 3 months'.
The Statesman carries a worrisome UNESCO report on the plight of journos world-wide saying, "530 journalists killed globally in 2012-2016".
 The Hindu reports on the developments on Aligarh Muslim University Campus as, "AMU students sit on dharna against 'police inaction". Further says,'CM Adityanath asks for report on campus violence'.
 And finally, here comes some good news for couples who've lost all hopes of a child. Well, in an interesting biological advance reported in the Times of India, the scientists have for the first time created embryo-like structures in the lab from stem cells, without recourse to eggs or sperm.

Karnataka polls: CM Siddaramaiah's dedicated social media strategy

Karnataka polls: CM Siddaramaiah's dedicated social media strategy

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"Modi begins Karnataka campaign blitz, says BJP 'storm' coming" writes the Hindustan Times.  The Pioneer states "PM, CM escalate Karnataka battle".
"Karnataka elections halt march of fuel prices?" asks the DNA, noting that the state-run oil firms have stopped raising petrol & diesel prices, even though international rates have gone up by almost 2 dollars per barrel.
"All eyes are on SC Collegium meeting today; Supreme Court top judges most likely to reiterate Justice K. M. Joseph's name", highlights the Indian Express.
"CJI Misra should 'take all judges together', says former CJI Lodha", suggesting "collective leadership"as a remedy to tide over the crisis in the Supreme Court is a front page story in the Hindustan Times.
"Aadhaar not must for mobile SIM, says government; Operators told to accept other Documents" reports the Times of India."
"Inflight Calls to Get Airborne in India Soon""informs the Economic Times.  The Asian Age writes "Mobile calls, Wi-Fi on flights in 3-4 months".
"India, Pakistan revive Track-II diplomacy" with a group of experts visiting Pakistan, amidst the chill in bilateral ties after a number of terror attacks in India by Pakistan-based outfits, reports the Tribune.
"14 of World's 15 most polluted cities in India; WHO Report says Delhi Air Worst  in 6 Years"  is a front page story in the Times of India.  The Hindustan Times writes "Delhi world's most polluted, Mumbai worse than Beijing".
"Taj Mahal turning brown and green, says a worried Supreme Court; Asks government, whether it has the expertise to conserve monument"notes The Hindu.
The Hindustan Times, in a box item, states "Telangana's Yadadri temple artisans hammer away at religious divides", of around 40 muslim sculptors engaged in carving out images of Hindu gods and structures of temple from slabs of stones, to perfection.

Justice Shah questions SC’s Loya verdict

Justice Shah questions SC’s Loya verdict
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The DNA in an exclusive report on the Kathua case has picked holes in the crime branch report that has accused VISHAL JANGOTRA of the horrific rape of a child. Vishal was at Muzaffarnagar on Jan 15, it says, validated by a CCTV clip.
"Moment of Triump in air defence" headlines the Pioneer. India to ink Rs 40,000 crore deal with Russia for missile systems ahead of Modi Putin October summit.
The Business Standard reports that SEBI is now holding several forex and funds under scrutiny after having tightened noose around NRI investments.
"Conspiracy, says Lalu, as AIIMS discharges him" is the Asian Age headline.
 "Trump administration agrees to supply Predator drones to India" headlines the Hindustan Times.
"Life comes full circle after grappling with infamy" says The Tribune referring to SUMIT MALIK'S meeting with the Prime Minister. The burly wrestler had a surgery in the back which was misconstrued as having gone missing.
One village, one gurudwara" for all castes - a drive by the Akal Takht also finds mention in The Tribune - In a great step towards creating social harmony and eradicating casteism.
From 2019, state schools will observe 14th Feb as Matr-Pitr Pujan Diwas, reports the Hindu.
Your face wash, toothpaste and shampoos may contain micro plastics, affecting marine life according to a study and a 13 year old Aditya Mukerjee having achieved target of replacing plastic straws  -  with Eco-friendly paper straws are a couple of environment related stories in the Hindustan Times.
And finally, The Times of India reports how 2 entrepreneurs from Karnal making quote unquote "Power from Poo". 2 Mega Watt of power from cattle dung in Gaushalas adding credence of government GOBAR DHAN PROGRAM.

India braces for explosion as Trump's Iran sanctions countdown begins

India braces for explosion as Trump's Iran sanctions countdown begins

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The Congress Party's Jan Aakrosh Rally in Delhi, the first since Rahul Gandhi took over as President of the party, dominates front page headlines. The Hindustan Times reports "Rahul questions PM's silence on key issues : kicks off 2019 campaign, says Modi must speak on graft, unemployment". The Tribune quotes Mr Gandhi as saying "Karnataka and after, will win every election". The Times of India highlights BJP President Amit Shah's comments on the rally as it quotes him as saying "Congress show a Parivar Aakrosh Rally".
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's tweets on his government's achievement of electrifying every village in the country are prominently noticed in the press. The Hindu writes "All villages electrified, says PM Modi". The Indian Express notes "17% rural households still off grid".
The Prime Minister's monthly radio address Mann Ki Baat is widely covered in the press. The Indian Express writes "Take up Swachch Bharat summer internship, PM urges students : Announces credit points by UGC". The Times of India reports "Modi lauds woman achievers of Commonwealth Games....urges people to harvest rainwater".
Some papers track a worrying story coming out of Madhya Pradesh. The Hindustan Times writes on its front page "SC,ST,OBC marked on chests of MP police recruits at exam". The paper adds that the state government has ordered a probe after some photographs surfaced of the newly recruited constables with these markings on their chests.
In a story captioned "In a first, India,Pak will do joint anti - terror drill : China will also be part of the September event hosted by Russia", the DNA writes that the miltary exercise will take place under the framework of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisaton.
And finally....the railways come to the rescue of wildlife. Sounds strange? Listen to this. The Hindustan Times writes "To save elephant's lives, trains to go slower". The paper says that trains on many tracks in the Northeast will run between 30 to 50 kilometers per hour to avoid crashing into elephants! A jumbo step that!