'Tumhare baap ko bolunga': KCR loses cool at voter in Telangana after being questioned on 12% quota for Muslims

'Tumhare baap ko bolunga': KCR loses cool at voter in Telangana after being questioned on 12% quota for Muslims

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES
There are several important stories in today's newspapers.
DNA headlines - "Finance Minister backs revised GDP data for UPA era, Congress calls it a bad joke". The Pioneer writes "Revised GDP data stirs credibility fight".
The Tribune notes former Chief Economic Advisor Arvind Subramanian's comment in his upcoming book that demonetisation initiated on November 8, 2016 accelerated the economic slide.
Hindustan Times leads with Pakistan PM Imran Khan saying "Ready for talks anytime" The Pioneer headline reads "Won't Let terror use Pak soil: Khan".
The Times of India highlights Supreme Court's observation on CBI case. The daily reports the Supreme Court as saying "Will first decide if removal of CBI chief was legal". The Statesman reports "Tenure of 2 years as CBI chief can't be altered: says Verma in Supreme Court.
The Indian Express top headline reads "Firm that gave loan to buy Vadra land at a premium, got big relief from tax panel". Investigating a web of controversial land transaction in Bikaner involving Robert Vadra's companies, the Enforcement Director has asked for details in the case related to Bhushan Power and Steel Limited.
With the rupee touching a three month high of 69.88 against the dollar, Business Line of the Hindu writes "Rising rupee, falling crude prices, bring mojo back to the market". The sensex gained 453 points to close at 36,170 and a crash in global crude oil price has been cited by experts as the main reason for the strength of the rupee.

Angry farmers could upset Modi in major state elections test

Angry farmers could upset Modi in major state elections test

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"Pak says will invite Modi again for SAARC Summit" is the Hindustan headline.
The Indian Express makes a startling revelation on front page. "In US ortho major stryker" forced to admit, it was corrupting doctors and hospitals in India.
"Government allows ethanol extraction for blending from food grains too." With maize, jowar, bajra, in blended petrol program, farmers income may get a boost, says The Hindu Business Line.
Indian scientists  from CSIR have successfully grown monk fruit on Indian soil, in Himachal Pradesh reports the Pioneer. The fruit hails from China has high nutrition and low calories.
The DNA headlines the story of Central government's directive to reduce the weight of school bags.
The Tribune reports of a rare form of protest by Ferozpur villagers by releasing 4 trucks of stray cattle in front of DC's office as they were venturing into their farms and eating their crops. 80 acres of land designated for cattle feed, was wrongly leased out to mint money instead.
Activist Fathima's arrest, after she posted offensive material on face book regarding Sabarimala has also been covered by the DNA.
Cricket veteran Mithali Raj is utterly dejected and depressed reports the Hindu, for having been dropped for recent T20 World Cup semifinal, blames her coach as being unjustifiable.
The Hindustan Times in a box item remembers the legendary hockey player Surjit Singh, who passed away in 1984 at 32 years.
Some other stories covered by news papers are, India having best pay hikes in South Asia/ Amrita Shergils painting making to a Sotheby auction/ Spotify worldl's largest music streaming to be in India in six months/ 3 lakh having been benefited from Ayushman Bharat./ Delhi Government to revive 201 water bodies/Astha Sharma from Jorhat taking on Trump over global warming on Twitter./ and 43 18th century temples found in Varanasi by ASI.

Chandrababu Naidu Wants to Run Telangana Through His Proxy Congress, Says TRS Leader KT Rama Rao

Chandrababu Naidu Wants to Run Telangana Through His Proxy Congress, Says TRS Leader KT Rama Rao

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES
The Supreme Court agreeing to hear review petitions on its September judgment that allowed women of all ages to enter the Sabarimala temple in Kerala gets top billing across several newspapers this morning.
"Supreme Court will review its Sabrimala order" headlines the Hindustan Times. The paper says 'entry of women not restricted as court refuses to grant stay but priests, protestors celebrate'. The Hindu calls it 'a win-win outcome' for both the Kerala government and the Sangh Parivar outfits.
Dassault Aviation CEO coming out in the defense of the Modi government over the Rafale deal also gets major traction in the papers. "Dassault's clean chit to PM" headlines the Statesman. The Indian Express highlights "CEO of Dassault counters Rahul: I don't lie...new Rafale 9% cheaper".
Flipkart CEO Binny Bansal quitting over allegations of personal misconduct is also highlighted by most dailies. "Flipkart promoter quits after 'personal misconduct' probe" headlines the Times of India.
In a sign that the people of Chattisgarh chose the ballot over the fear of bullets, the Times of India highlights "Record 76% vote in Chhattisgarh Moist areas".
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey visiting India on his maiden visit also gets wide coverage. "PM Modi gave me ideas for Twitter, says Dorsey" headlines the DNA. "Government asks Twitter to help track accounts" writes the Hindu.
Under the caption 'Misinformation menace', the Hindustan Times writes "Vernacular social media platforms new hotebed of fake news explosion". 'From lies to hate speech, platforms like ShareChat and Helo face the same issues for which WhatsApp, Twitter are facing scrutiny' adds the daily.
And finally, analysing the recently released data of the 2001 Census, the Times of India writes "Hindi, Bengali speakers least multi-lingual groups in India".

Flipkart Group CEO Binny Bansal resigns over serious personal misconduct

Flipkart Group CEO Binny Bansal resigns over serious personal misconduct

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES
"Chhattisgarh defies Maoists, records 70 per cent turnout" is the lead in the Asian Age. "Voters defy Naxals in their bastion" writes the Pioneer.
"Rafale price details given to Supreme Court, government says rules followed" highlights the Hindustan Times on its front page. DNA quotes the Centre as telling the Supreme Court, 'Rafale offset contract doesn't have name of Indian firm'.
"EPCA's pollution cure: Ban non-CNG vehicles" leads the Hindustan Times. 'Let only CNG vehicles ply in city on bad air days' the Times of India cites the EPCA. The Pioneer notes "Stubble fire on wane, Delhi breathes easy".
"RBI governor meets PM amid ongoing tussle" is the headline in the Business Standard.
"Markets drop 1 per cent, as oil concerns weigh" leads the Financial Express.
"Inflation lowest in year, but it may not be good news" notes the Hindustan Times, as negative food inflation may worsen agrarian distress, while obstinate core inflation reduces chances of a rate cut.
"Ananth Kumar, BJP's man for all seasons, dies at 59 of cancer" reports the Times of India. The Indian Express notes "Ananth Kumar Never Lost a Poll, Built Bridges Across Divide".
"Teachers in Class  IV job race -- for better pay". The Tribune reports, unemployment in Haryana is forcing educated youth to opt for Class IV posts of peon, gardener and beldar.
And finally, "With real-time tracking, trains to be more punctual". The Hindu Business Line states, the Indian Railways will soon start beaming the location of trains on a real-time basis, to improve rail safety and punctuality. The scheme is to be first implemented on passenger trains on electrified routes.

Senior Air India Pilot Who Failed Alcohol Test Grounded For 3 Years

Senior Air India Pilot Who Failed Alcohol Test Grounded For 3 Years

Newspapers Headlines

The front page of almost all the newspapers have covered the crucial election in Chhattisgarh. "More violence as Bastar votes today, may hold key to next government," writes the Indian Express. The Hindu reports, "Maoist boycott call looms over Dantewada", as they ask the villagers not only to boycott but also to vacate the area.

"Top Air India pilot fails alcohol test, another takes off without it; both grounded", writes the Hindustan Times talking about a Delhi London flight getting delayed after its captain tested positive for alcohol and another flight was called back after it took off as its pilot skipped his mandatory medical tests.

The Centre Vigilance Commission  is slated to submit a report on its inquiry against benched CBI Director Alok Verma today, reports the Pioneer on its front page headline, "All eyes on CVC report on Alok Verma today."

Telangana Assembly election: KCR's dreams of cakewalk fade as TDP-Congress alliance gets its act together

Telangana Assembly election: KCR's dreams of cakewalk fade as TDP-Congress alliance gets its act together

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Almost all the newspapers have covered the Chhattisgarh assembly election campaign heating up. Quoting the Prime Minister the Indian Express writes, "Congress Shields urban Maoists who live in AC homes".  The Asian Age writes, "Congress supports urban Naxals in big cars says PM". "DNA reports Rahul slams PM Modi over ruined economy".

The Hindustan Times reports, "India plans mega test to check Coastal Security". The paper adds, focus will be on preparedness to deal with 26/11 like attacks.After Sri Lanka and Pakistan, China has signed an agreement to build deep sea port project in Myanmar. The Pioneer reports "China bolsters its string of pearls. To build port in Myanmar", building a network of ports to encircle India.

" 'Black Box' on trains to crack accidents is the lead story in Mail Today. The daily reports, Haunted by the Amritsar tragedy, Railways takes a cue from planes and begins installing powerful recording devices inside engines.

The Times of India headlines, "In Delhi, private hospitals may offer Modicare", the daily writes about a move by the centre planning to directly empanel Delhi based private hospitals under Ayushman Bharat, which have been out of the purview of the scheme as Delhi government has not signed the initiative, benefitting patients from neighboring states but not Delhi residents.

The Tribune has a headline on the Ministry of External Affairs, insisting attending the Moscow talks at 'non-official level', "At talks, not talking to Taliban, stance unchanged".

And finally, In a bizarre diktat, a village in Andhra Pradesh has set a dress code, banning nighties during the day, to ensure decency in public places, writes the Hindu.

ABP-CSDS Survey: BJP to Retain Chhattisgarh, Cong To Bag Rajasthan

ABP-CSDS Survey: BJP to Retain Chhattisgarh, Cong To Bag Rajasthan

TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS,
Pollution in Delhi reaching hazardous levels post Diwali dominates front page newspaper headlines, as the Supreme Court order for not bursting firecrackers after 10 PM was flouted across the country.
"Ban goes up in smoke, Delhi picks crackers over clean air" headlines the Hindustan Times". The Tribune reports" Delhi pollution almost double of 2017 Diwali". The Hindu remarks "many burst crackers while wearing masks".
Amid the growing exposure to toxic haze in Delhi, the Hindu cautions "Expecting women, their babies at high risk in capital". The paper writes - 'Doctors advise residents to wear masks, eat healthy, drink fluids, and avoid walks in the morning'.
Maoists setting off a powerful IED blast in Dantewada's Bacheli in Chhattisgarh gets wide coverage. The Asian Age leads with "CISF Jawan, 4 others die as Chhattisgarh Naxals blow up bus". "Attack comes on eve of Prime Minister Modi's visit to Bastar". The Hindu's top headline reads  "5 killed in Chhattisgarh blast on eve of PM's election rally".
The papers keenly track the bitter political fight arising on the second anniversary of demonetisation. "Govt, Congress make a demon out of each  other on DeMo anniversary" headlines the Economic Times. The paper writes "FM Jaitley says bold move formalised economy; ex-PM Singh says India yet to recover from its ill effects".
The Hindu reports that an established network continues counterfeiting notes post demonetisation. The paper says 'what is more alarming is that the criminals have replicated 10 of the 17 security features in 2000 rupee notes'.
And finally, "IITians make cancer cure breakthrough" reports the Asian Age. The paper says that researchers at IIT Roorkee have developed fluorescent carbon nanodots for simultaneous detection and destruction of cancer cells.

Karnataka Bypoll Results 2018 LIVE: After Thumping Win, Kumaraswamy Targets 28 Lok Sabha Seats in 2019

Karnataka Bypoll Results 2018 LIVE: After Thumping Win, Kumaraswamy Targets 28 Lok Sabha Seats in 2019

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Dhanteras gets even more special with India joining the Elite club, achieving Nuclear Capabilities in air, land and sea with INS Arihant successfully completing its first deterrence patrol has been covered by all the newspapers on its front page today. "India completes nuclear triad with Arihant patrol" writes the Hindustan Times.
The top front page news in all the newspapers today is the severe level of pollution in the Delhi-NCR region. "Delhi goes up in smog after sharp Air Quality Index spike" - writes the Hindustan Times. The Tribune quotes the centre "those violating norms to face legal action". "Avoid walks and exercise in morning and evening" says DNA.
At the heart of the RBI-government stand off,  a suggestion by the Finance Ministry claims to manage fund with RBI. "Government wants 3.6 lakh crore rupees from RBI, a third of its reserves, Central bank says no", is a headline in the Indian Express.
"Amid face-off, government reiterates, it won't ask Urjit to quit", says the Times of India, citing several instances when the two crucial wings responsible for economic policy  have not shared the same point of view.
On the tough new sanctions by the Trump administration targeting Iran's energy, financial and shipping sectors aiming at crippling economy, The Statesman writes, "US sanctions on Iran kick in, India among 8 spared".
"Patanjali Forays into Apparel retailing", The Economic Times writes about Patanjali launching an apparel and accessory store selling sports, Men's and Women's wear brand under the name Paridhan.
And finally, The Hindustan Times writes about the Indian Railways coming on the right track to bust tatkal touts. In a first, User ids, payment gateways and booking locations are being monitored by railways.

With INS Arihant Milestone, India Joins Exclusive Nuclear Missile Club

With INS Arihant Milestone, India Joins Exclusive Nuclear Missile Club

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The opening of Delhi's much awaited iconic bridge, bringing much needed relief to the commuters has been covered by almost all the newspapers today with a photograph on their front-pages. ''Capital's own Eiffel Tower'' says the Mail Today. While the Hindustan Times writes, ''Scuffles mar opening of Signature Bridge'' over a brawl for credit.
Irked over the denial of information on the disclosure of the names of wilful defaulters who have taken bank loans of Rs 50 crore and above by the RBI, the Pioneer writes Central Information Commission issues show cause notice to RBI governor for non-disclosure of wilful defaulters' list''.
A top headline in the Economic Times on the government-central bank standoff says, ''Section 7 invoked only after RBI ignored Govt wish list'', forcing to initiate unused section-7 after the central bank failed to act postively  on any of the issues suggested by the government.
Notwithstanding the restrictions imposed by the Supreme Court, Deepawali might continue to be noisy in the city of Hyderabad is a headline in The Hindu, ''Its not going to be a silent Deepawali this time'', citing the judgment, coming too late to have an effect immediately.
''3 Civil Surgeons under scanner over disability quota promotion'', is a headline in the Tribune. Punjab seeks experts' report on authenticity of certificates.
And finally, Amid the beauty of Kashmir's first snowfall of the season, the valley will host India's premier domestic football tournament for the first time, ''Excitement in air as real Kashmir brace for home I-league debut'' is a story in the DNA.

Minor girl gang-raped inside UP hospital ICU by staffer, 4 others

Minor girl gang-raped inside UP hospital ICU by staffer, 4 others

 AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-



The Congress party's petition in the Supreme Court challenging the Centre's decision to send CBI Director Alok Verma on 'forced leave' dominates front page headlines. The Pioneer reports "Kharge moves SC over Alok Verma ; says CVC or Govt. can't curtail CBI chief's tenure, sending him on forced leave illegal, arbitrary".
Army Chief General Bipin Rawat's comments at a seminar on internal security in Delhi are widely reported in the press. The Hindustan Times quotes the Army chief as saying "Attempts to revive Punjab insurgency through external links". Highlighting the urgency which General Rawat flagged in his comments, the Times of India reports him as saying "Have to act on Punjab terror bid or it'll be too late".
On the issue of the construction of a Ram temple in Ayodhya, the DNA lead says "Clamour for Ram Mandir intensifies ; UP to erect 151 meter statue of Lord Ram near Saryu river". Drawing attention to a two day gathering of Hindu sants in Delhi, the Times of India quotes them as saying "Ram Temple cannot be left to judiciary's mercy".
All the papers report on the killing of a Tigress named T1 or Avani. The Asian Age writes "Man-eater tigress who claimed 13 lives finally killed". The Times of India draws attention to the anger expressed by wildlife activists to this killing as it quotes them as saying "Tigress killing was fake encounter".
With pollution concerns rising in the national capital as Diwali approaches, the Hindustan Times quotes the Delhi Police as saying "Nobody has the license to sell crackers". The DNA informs "Cops register 1st FIR for use of crackers after SC ban".
On the economic front, in a special report, the Hindustan Times reports "Govt. may give sops to workers in push to reform labour laws".
A very novel effort to preserve the environment by an Island Nation in the Western Pacific. The Hindu reports "Palau becomes first country to ban sunscreen to save coral reefs : An estimated 14000 tonnes of lotion ends up in the world's oceans each year".

US open to new Iran deal, says Trump

US open to new Iran deal, says Trump

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES
Most newspapers have called the slew of incentives announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to boost the Small and Medium-sized Enterprises as PM's Diwali gift to the MSMEs.
"Online loans within 59 minutes among Modi's MSME gifts" headlines the Hindustan Times. "Small business to get easier credit, faster approval, less red tape" writes the Indian Express. "12-Point Diwali package comes ahead of polls" says the Times of India.
US granting India waiver from Iran oil sanctions is another top story keenly tracked by the papers. "India among 8 nations granted waiver by US to buy Iranian oil" headlines the DNA. The paper says 'Delhi ready to limit oil purchase to 15 million tonnes a year'.
A headline in the Mail Today reads - "4,522 days too late! Supreme Court junks CBI appeal to open Bofors".
The Pioneer highlights "RSS miffed at Supreme Court's no priority to temple"; "Hindus insulted, says Sangh, urges court to revise order, says it may start 1992-like agitation for Ayodhya cause".
And finally, "India changes its MBBS curriculum after 21 years"headlines the Tribune. The paper writes that for the first time, India's MBBS curriculum acknowledges the importance of ethics, responsiveness to the need of patients and families and fine communication skills to engage the ailing.

#MeToo: Wife defends MJ Akbar; former minister says 'Pallavi ..

#MeToo: Wife defends MJ Akbar; former minister says 'Pallavi ..   


NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES
On the deteriorating air quality in Delhi, The Times of India notices "On Day 1 of pollution curbs rampant violations in city." The Asian Age reports "Ministers of 4 states skip meet on Delhi pollution." The Indian Express headlines," Unfavorable  weather, crop burning and Diwali: Capital's air quality to get worse, say experts."
The apex court warning High Court of taking over and having a centralised exam for recruitment of Judges is a story in Hindustan Times. The paper writes "Judge recruitments: Supreme Court raps High Courts."
Several news papers have given front page coverage to "Chandrababu Naidu meeting Rahul Gandhi." The Hindu reports " Congress, TDP to forge front against Modi-led BJP government. The Indian Express headline "Eye on 2019, Naidu buries anti-Congress past, meets Rahul; Pawar and Mulayam too."
On developments in CBI case The Statesmen quotes the agency as saying "Incriminating material against Asthana" while Hindustan Times reports "Central Vigilance Commission tells Verma to be ready for examination in corruption probe." The Pioneer reports, "CBI justifies in Delhi High Court FIR against Asthana."
Papers also note the killing of BJP Jammu and Kashmir Secretary. The Tribune writes, "Kishtwar BJP leader, kin shot."
In some other stories, The Business Standard writes, "Kolkata is India's most commuter friendly Metro."
The Pioneer reports, "Airlines under CCI lens for alleged nexus to hike airfares."
For lovers of Satyajit Ray's films, The Hindu carries an exclusive story, "Pather Panchali on BBC list of best foreign language film."
And finally, The once constant celebratory accessory of Diwali, 'Khilone' or toys made out of sugar, is now conspicuous by their absence in the festive season. The DNA writes,"Chocolates, not 'khilone' sweeten festival now."