Jayanthi Natarajan sat on 350 files that had clearances

Jayanthi Natarajan sat on 350 files that had clearances

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:

    All major newspapers have highlighted the resignation of Former Union Minister Jayanthi Natrajan on their front pages today. "Loyalist Jayanthi trains guns on Rahul and Sonia, opens can of worms", headlines The Times of India while The Pioneer highlights "Jayanthi torpedos Rahul". The Mail Today adds "Jayanthi drops corporate bomb on Rahul".
    In related stories, the Pioneer reports "Party heaps scorn on stalwart-Congress now claims she was sacked from cabinet on corruption charges". The Asian Age reports that the NDA government has indicated that it would take a fresh look at environmental clearences for projects granted or rejected by the previous UPA government.
    A survey made by the Election Watchdog Association for Democratic Reforms has been reported by many newspapers. " AAP aam aadmi no more, fields 44 crorepatis" says the Asian Age. The Mail Today in its story" Century of 'criminals' in capital poll fray" adds that 114 of the 673 candidates - around 17 percent - contesting the February 7th elections, have declared criminal cases against them.
    The Tribune reports that 11 months after an accident on board submarine, NS Sindhuratna, the commanding officer of the vessel will be court-martialled while 6 others will be given Letters of Severe Displeasure.
    According to the Hindustan Times CCTV camera's installed by the Delhi police ahead of President Barack Obama's visit are set to be taken down despite the High Court raising questions on why the cameras were installed for the US President and not for the citizens.
    And finally, the Times of India reports that scientist can now almost accurately predict a person's lifespan. A team of researchers from the University of Edinburgh have identified a biological clock that provides vital clues about how long a person is likely to live.

Former UPA minister Jayanthi Natarajan to quit Congress, blames Rahul Gandhi for exit

 

Former UPA minister Jayanthi Natarajan to quit Congress, blames Rahul Gandhi for exit

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

    The new foreign secretary S. Jaishankar  taking over, the Preamble row, and the run-up to Delhi Polls picking up momentum are major stories on front pages today.
    On the appointment of the new foreign secretary, the Times of India reports " Government had told Sujatha of her impending exit, months ago", while the Hindustan Times states, "Sujatha hints at dominant PMO in a farewell email the day after."
    Venkaiah steps in "Secularism in our blood, will stay in Preamble" quotes the Indian Express. The Hindu says, "differences surface, RSS silent."The Mail Today writes " Preamble Row now hits Rajya Sabha Calendar" as the key words 'secular' and 'socialist' go missing from it as well.
    The Times of India leads with BJP Chief, Amit Shah's statement, " choice of Bedi as CM-pick was strategic." The Delhi special of the Asian Age quotes Kejriwal as saying "Will rein in 'extortion' by schools".
    "Jammu and Kashmir set for full-term PDP chief Minister" states the Hindustan Times. The Indian Express informs, " Patriarch Mufti, CM, deputy from BJP in J &K deal".
    In an exclusive the Hindu reports former Union Environment Minister, Jayanthi Natarajan disclosing that she honored Rahul Gandhi's requests on environmental clearances to reject big ticket projects.
    "Prime Minister to meet Chief Ministers again, Union Budget likely to open purse-strings for states" is the lead in the Indian Express.
    The Economic Times reports" CBDT tells its men to lay off Voda-like cases" as the government moves quickly to clear tax cloud.
    "Government puts appointments of Supreme Court, High Court Judges on hold " is another story in the Economic Times, awaiting the outcome of two PILS on the validity of the National Judicial Appointments  Commission Act, 2014.
    The Hindu reports, 'Malaysia on Thursday formally declared the passengers and crew of missing flight MH 370 to be presumed dead'.
    India to host world T20 next year, informs the Times of India.
    And finally, the Pioneer reports of an HRD Ministry proposal to hold a common entrance examination for all 42 central universities, also allowing students to apply for multiple universities, from the next academic  session.

At Braveheart's Cremation, Daughter Shouts His Regiment's War Cry

At Braveheart's Cremation, Daughter Shouts His Regiment's War Cry

6 months to go, Foreign Secretary Sujatha Singh told to go

6 months to go, Foreign Secretary Sujatha Singh told to go

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

    "Sena stokes Hindutva fire" is the banner headline in the Mail Today. The paper adds that the NDA ally demands removal of 'Socialist' and 'Secular' from Preamble even as government defends controversial ad. "Sena adds fuel to Preamble ruckus" is the headline in The Hindustan Times. The Hindu quotes the union Telecommunication Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad as saying "Let nation debate the Preamble."
    "BJP brings out big guns for last lap" is the splash story in The Hindustan Times. The paper carries a photograph of Meenakshi Lekhi and Satish Upadhyay at a press conference in the Delhi BJP office in its front page. The Asian Age headline says "BJP's top leaders to join Delhi campaign." The subhead says "saffron camp all out to check Kejriwal."
    The Pioneer in its front page writes that 'Post US bohomie, India reaches out to China." The paper adds 'swaraj to address issues of concern during four day visit to Beijing'. The Statesman says 'Sushma to visit China, discuss bilateral issues.'
    '6 month to go, foreign secretary told to go' is the banner headline in the Indian Express. The Hindu in a box item writes 'JaiShankar is Foreign Secretary.'
    'Government won't appeal in Vodafone case' leads The Business Standard. While The Business Line writes 'Vodafone case: government not to appeal against Bombay High Court ruling. The paper adds that it 'sends a positive message to global investors.
    On the Nithari serial killings, The Tribune writes "High Court commutes Koli's death sentence'. The Times of India in a box item writes 'Nithari killer's death sentence changed to life."
    The Asian Age on its bottom spread carries the story that the Railways replicating the Metro card model, now have a 'Go-India card scheme' allowing passengers to pay for tickets and make transactions cashless.
    And finally, get ready for a new search engine that claims to outsmart Google.

Anna Hazare to launch Lokpal stir; flays Modi Govt on black money

Anna Hazare to launch Lokpal stir; flays Modi Govt on black money

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

    'Obama adds religious tolerance to vision of India-US partnership ' is the Hindustan Times headline also pointing to the reference to Indian Constitution on fundamental freedom made by US President Barack Obama in his speech at Siri Fort Auditorium. The Pioneer calls it Obama's medicine moment.
    An army officer who was awarded a Yudh Seva medal this republic day was martyred yesterday in J&K terror action. The martyred hero Col. M.N. Rai killed two Hizbul Mujahideen militants in a fierce gun fight. Many papers have covered this sad story of an ironical twist of fate on their front pages.
    Most papers carry the Amul advertisement featuring cartoon of R K Laxman's common man watching a framed picture of the great cartoonist. Its Titled "You said it, we loved it' Rest in peace-R K Laxman. The eminent Cartoonist's state funeral has been covered by almost all papers with pictures.
    The Railways Minister Mr. Suresh Prabhu has demanded 20,000 crore rupees for the 11,000 unmanned railway crossings in the country - reports the Asian Age.
    And finally, the Indian Express reports - Toor, also called arhar is India's second largest pulse crop after Chana. Now the Gulbarga farmers want a geographical indication or G-I status for the Gulbarga toor dal which they say is of far superior quality. Some of the other eatables which have already obtained the G-I status - are Dehraduni Basmati, Darjeeling Tea and Malabar pepper.

Obama creates niche among spellbound observers

Obama creates niche among spellbound observers

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES.

    The Indo-US CEO's conclave and proposed areas of collaboration, the passing away of legendary cartoonist and creator of the "common man" R K Laxman and reactions to the Republic Day celebrations yesterday are some  front page stories reported by papers today.
    "No more Laxman Rekha" writes the Times of India, in a tribute item to R K Laxman, the man who made millions smile with his delightful irreverence and wonderful balance between satire, caricature and lampooning.
    The Hindu reports that even as women officers made history by leading contingents of the 3 services at the 66th Republic Day Parade, an appeal filed by the government against giving permanent commission to them in the Army lies pending and half forgotten in the Supreme Court.
    Foreign Media reactions to President Obama's visit have been highlighted by the Hindustan Times - "Pak Media lavishes attention on visit" "UK Media hails 'royal welcome' Obama got"  writes the paper.
    "Obama gives thumbs up to BSF stuntman" is another story in the paper, referring to the President's appreciation for their Republic Day performance at the parade.
    The Asian Age writes that lauding the RBI's role in helping bring down inflation, Chief Economic Adviser Arvind Subramanian has said that the Central Bank may further ease  interest rates.
    In uplifting news for Foreign Investment in India, the Hindu reports that more and more Japanese firms prefer India for future expansion than China, as the latter is becoming less attractive as an investment destination.
    "Swine flu virus shows signs of weakening" writes the Pioneer.
    And finally, The Times of India says that flexible working hours can improve employees' health and curb sleep deficiency.

No more Laxman rekhas: Common Man orphaned, but legacy stays

No more Laxman rekhas: Common Man orphaned, but legacy stays

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

    The breakthrough in the stalled Indo-US civil nuclear deal as talks between President Obama and Prime Minister Narendra Modi got underway gets top billing in the papers today. "Modi and Barack find the Nuclear key" writes the Hindustan Times.
    In an interesting sidelight, the Hindustan Times writes "PM is a style icon, I'd like to wear a Modi kurta, says Obama at dinner".
    The Times of India carries a picture of Wing Commander Pooja Thakur leading President Obama for the inspection of the Guard of Honour at the Rashtrapati Bhawan under the caption "IAF officer marches into history".
    President Pranab Mukherjee's address to the nation on the eve of Republic day is widely noticed. The Indian Express quotes him as saying "Ordinances breach people's trust". The Times of India quotes the President as saying "Functioning legislature prerequisite for governance".
    The Padma awards are prominently noticed in the press with most papers carrying pictures of actors Amitabh Bachchan and Dilip Kumar and senior BJP leader L K Advani who have been awarded the Padma Vibhushan.
    The Statesman and the Hindustan Times highlight the Sikh Gurudwara Prabandhak Committee's plans to set up its own 'censor board' to vet films and books on religion.
    The killing of a Japanese captive by IS militants is widely noticed on the interantional pages. "Japan outraged, asks ISIS to free second hostage".
    And finally...on the question of is there or isnt there life on Mars, the Mail Today writes of images taken by a NASA investigation camera which show a human-shaped shadow of what appears to be a male figure looming over the Mars Curiosity Rover. So extra terrestrial life no longer science fiction...keep guessing.

Factbox - Obama and Modi unveil India nuclear trade breakthrough

Factbox - Obama and Modi unveil India nuclear trade breakthrough

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:

"India , US close to breaking Nuclear deadlock "is the banner headline in the Times of India today. The paper adds that Obama may intervene to end impasse over tracking rights".
"Sadly No wah Taj ! Moment " is the splash story in the Pioneer today. " Obama misses the Taj again " is the banner headline in the Hindustan Times. The subhead reads "Itinerary compacted, Saudi king's death prompts change in plan". "Obama cancels Agra for Riyadh" is the lead in the Asian Age.
The bottom fold of the Asian Age quotes, the Peoples Democratic Party as saying "Track II talks with BJP on for government in J&K". While the Hindu in a news story quotes Mufti Mohammed Sayeed as saying " we may differ in vision, but an attempt is being made to find common ground".
The Times of India on its front page reports that a day after the Padma Awards were to be officially announced, yoga guru Ramdev and spiritual guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar politely declined to receive the honours. The Indian Express too carries this story on its front page.
The Pioneer in its bottom spread carries an interesting story about the city's oldest electorate. The paper says that Delhi has 474 voters aged 100 years and above. There are 226 women and 248 men in this list. Among the 100 plus year old voters 10 are 120 years and above. They are all registered in the voters list.
The Delhi special of The Asian Age writes that "Kejriwal is upset over no Republic -Day parade invite". The paper also quotes Union Minister Harsh Vardhan as saying "no rules flouted". While The Hindustan Times in a box item says,"2014 Republic Day parade pooper Kejriwal not on 2015 list".
"Farmers get e-Kisaan tablets" writes the Hindu to educate, engage and empower them. Karnataka Chief Minister distributed the tablets in Benguluru.
The Times of India carries a story that a group of class 10 students in Chennai showed great courage and stopped the marriage of their classmate, a 15 year old girl, to a man more than twice her age.
And finally, forget the critics the box office receipts and the Oscars. Well the Times of India writes that what really makes a film into a masterpiece is how many passing references it generates in subsequent films made by other directors, scientists have discovered.

Japan checking IS 'hostage death' video

Japan checking IS 'hostage death' video

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
The much anticipated 'Obama Visit' is splashed over front pages, with President  Obama slamming 'terror safe havens ' in Pakistan ahead of his India trip. "Obama shoots from the hip on terror havens" writes The Pioneer.
Front pages are also splashed with analysis and discussions on the  anticipated deals and agreements between India and the US.  "Domestic politics may  stall key Modi-Obama deals", headlines the Hindu, such as the nuclear logjam - due to opposition in the Rajya Sabha, while Obama is having trouble committing on climate change funding, because of Republication control of the House.
Hindustan Times reports that the Centre may act against some of the 188 NGO's red-flagged by the Intelligence Bureau - for alleged misuse of foreign funds, suspected extremist links and proselytization.
After month-long negotaition, the People's Democratic Party (PDP) and the BJP have reportedly stitched up an alliance and are all set to form the Government in Jammu and Kashmir, reports the Tribune.  An official announcement would come after a meeting between Mufti Mohammad Sayeed and PM Narendra Modi, sometime in the first week of February.
Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar sparked off a controvercy after he alleged that some former Prime Minister's had 'compromised' the country's deep assets, sparking off a row. "Congress seeks apology" writes The Indian Express.
Hindustan Times informs us that Delhi's residents and industries may have to contribute to a 4,000 crore rupee project to revive the Yamuna in 30 months, by building cleaning up centres and restoring rain water drains - by way of property and house taxes, including a Yamuna cess.
Booking a table at your favorite restaurant in Maurya Hotel in Delhi will not be possible for the next few days, on account of President Barack Obama's stay, and all reservations have been closed since Friday 4pm. The Hotel will reopen for the public after 7 pm on January 27.
And finally, The Times of India reports of a paper-clip sized implant, developed by ROX Medical in the US, that can durably and significantly lower blood pressure - in patients with resistant hypertension.

Safe havens inside Pakistan not acceptable; Mumbai attackers must face justice: Obama

Safe havens inside Pakistan not acceptable; Mumbai attackers must face justice: Obama

TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS:-



    The Prime Minister Narendra Modi's launching of "Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao", programme from Panipat yesterday dubbing female foeticide as a mental illness has been covered by most newspapers today alongwith pictures.

    Two schemes launched for girls - for years no girl has been born in 70 Haryana hamlets reports The Times of India.

    The Hindu Business line headlines - "Good morning India! Obama on AIR". This time the "Mann Ki Baat" from AIR will be on 27th January and feature President Obama also. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited questions till the 25th  of January using # Ask Obama-Modi. AIR covers 92 per cent of geographical area through 414 broadcasting centers - says the report.

    Ahead of the budget 2015-16, the Finance Minister Mr. Arun Jaitley has indicated that there may be more fuel subsidy reforms on the anvil to cut center's fiscal deficit, says the Business Standard.

    "Sanitary mates" - SM's will now be an important component of Swachh Bharat mission says a Pioneer report. These SM's will be handpicked by gram panchayats from women MNREGA workers & their job will be to identify households without toilets.

    The Asian Age on its front page carries the story of cracks within Aam Aadmi Party as its founder leader Shanti Bhushan launched a stinging attack on Arvind Kejriwal & praised  Dr. Kiran Bedi, as the ideal Chief Ministerial candidate.

    A Hindu report says that rivers Sutlej & Beas in Punjab will be part of  99 rivers to be developed as water highways quoting Mr. Nitin Gadkari Union Minister for Road, Transport and Shipping. Punjab will be the first state to be linked with all major cities through 4 or 6 lane highways.

    And finally, bland food is out, chilli is in, says the Economic Times. Fast food chains have found that fries, burgers, wraps etc. with a high chilli quotient are among the hot selling items, literally speaking.

Obama's visit to India includes climate change talks

Obama's visit to India includes climate change talks

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

    'All Titans on board for poll' is the banner headline of the Pioneer. The sub head says 'BJP, AAP, Congress heavy weight file nomination papers". The Asian Age on its front page carries photograph of beaming Kiran Bedi and Arvind Kejriwal after they filed their nomination papers from Krishna Nagar and Jamnagar, respectively.
    The top bottom fold of the Hindu carries a report about protests continuing at Delhi BJP office by angry party workers unhappy at the way tickets were distributed for the upcoming Delhi assembly polls. The lead headline in the Asian Age says "Rajnath tries to douse BJP row in Delhi".
    'Muslim population grows 24 percent but slower than last decade' is the lead story in the Times of India. The paper reports that their share is up from 13.4 percent to 14.2 percent of the total population.
    The banner headline of the Indian Express says 'India, US meet to break deadlock on Nuclear liability'. The sidebar quotes President Obama as saying 'Will hunt terrorists from Pakistan to Paris'.
    'Market swings force re-think on disinvestment' is the lead headline in the Hindu. The paper adds that strike threat by PSU staff is another reason for going slow.
    Another story in the Times of India noticed prominently is that the city of Bangaluru came in 5th in the list of cities globally that received the most venture capital in 2014, an indication of the growing vibrancy of its start-up eco-system.
    The Asian Age and the Hindu reports that the first full year budget of the Modi government will be presented on Feb 28th and the budget session will begin on Feb 23rd.
    A box item in the Hindu says that the CBI have arrested three persons, one a close aid of former Telecom Minister Dayanidhi Maran in  connection with the telephone exchange case.
    And finally, 'Dog officers' have arrived in the city to secure turf for US President. The Times of India writes that one foot tall Belgian Malinois dogs are here to sanitize everything in a 100 meter vicinity of the President.

Hyderabad in the grip of swine flu

Hyderabad in the grip of swine flu

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

    Bedi-Kejri war of words hots up, CBI examines Manmohan in Coalgate case, the stock markets scaling fresh highs, and India's big cat success story with a jump in the tiger population are prominently covered by newspapers today.
    "Kejriwal comes out looking for a fight, but Bedi will not oblige" headlines the Hindustan Times. "A day after BJP unveils list, protests erupt in Delhi unit" leads the Times of India.
    "Manmohan Singh quizzed in Coalgate", reports the Pioneer. "Hindalco coal block : CBI examines Manmohan", writes the Indian Express.
    "In Davos, Jaitley leads team Make-in-India", states the Asian Age, of the upcoming World Economic Forum. The Economic Times says, "Finance Minister's packed Davos Trip signals India is Shining.
    "India growth to outpace China by 2016, says IMF", notices the Hindustan Times on its front page. "IMF takes Sensex to Kanchenjunga from Kilimanjaro", remarks the Economic Times.
    "50 lakh rupee tax evasion to land you in jail", reports the Pioneer, as the Central Board of Direct Taxes considers making it a criminal offence.
    "Govt asks RAW to probe Reliance Lawyers, looks at Fraud office to check 'unpaid tax'" in Gas fields arbitration, is the lead in the Indian Express.
    "Now brace for Swachh cess on phone bill", writes the Times of India, as the govt plans to levy a cess on telecom services to fund the Swachh Bharat drive.
    "Good news from the jungle; Giant leap for big cat", reports the Hindu, quoting the latest Tiger Census. The Indian Express says, "Roaring success: Tiger count up 30 per cent in 4 years" in the country.
    And finally, an Indian novelist reaches finals of top American literary award for his work on Computer Programming and classical Indian aesthetics, reports the Hindu.

Google is now a more trusted source of news than the websites it aggregates

Google is now a more trusted source of news than the websites it aggregates

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES:-

    President Pranab Mukherjee cautioning the government against taking the ordinance route instead of the normal Parliamentary route for law making, Kiran Bedi being appointed the BJP Chief Ministerial candidate for the forthcoming Delhi polls and the Delhi Police questioning congress leader Shashi Tharoor for the first time since the mysterious death of his wife Sunanda Pushkar a year ago are some lead stories in most papers today.

    "Ordinance heaped President gives a law making lesson", writes the Economic Times while The Mail Today says "Pranab slams ordinance Raj" opposition also draws flak for disrupting Parliament proceedings."

    "Handover 26/11 key Plotter Lakhvi to India, say US and UK to Pak", reports the Indian Express.

    Reporting on global inequity The Hindu, quoting an oxfam study writes that global wealth inequality has reached staggering proportions with 1 in 9 people not getting enough to eat and over a billion people living on less than 1.25 dollars a day. The paper adds that if this rate of wealth accumulation continues, the top 1 percent of the world population could end up earning more than the other 99 percent!

    The Financial Express reports that as lakhs of crores of rupees are earmaked annually towards central plan expenditure, NITI aayog will actively monitor and evaluate the implementation of government programs.

    The Times of India writes that after 23 years, India has a new numero uno when it comes to profitability. IT major Tata Consultancy Services or TCS, posting a net profit of 5328 crore rupees for the quarter ended December has become India's most profitable company, overtaking Reliance Industries Ltd.

    "Keema" and "Papad" go global, find berths in Oxford English Dictionary" writes The Pioneer. The paper says that words like these, having been accepted in the Dictionary, reflect the global popularity of Indian food.

    And finally, The Economic Times writes that the government will soon be finding out how much time Indian children spend studying, data that could provide additional fodder for yet another argument about spending too much time on the Internet/Phone and TV!

Sunanda case: Tharoor faces cops, will have to answer over 100 questions

Sunanda case: Tharoor faces cops, will have to answer over 100 questions

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

    "US worried at make in India rule - Kerry had raised the issue at Vibrant Gujrat Summit" is the Hindu headline. The US administration is irked over the government's clause of mandatory inclusion of India -made PV cells and modules for solar power projects.
    The Hindustan Times in the Bottom spread reports of the Modi government's plan to make Cabinet meetings paperles by moving them to an online portal called     e-Cabinet.
    Sri Lankan election won by the people "not by RAW is another Hindu headline that quotes the country's new foreign minister, as his sharp response to a reuters report that RAW station chief in Colombo had helped the opposition to victory.
    The Indian Express headlines :- " After petrol and diesel, government may deregulate urea-" Imports to be made duty free. Right now urea imports attract five percent customs duty.
    Most papers are agog with the  intimidating security arrangements being made for US President Barack Obama's visit to India.  A seven layer security cover, the US president to use his own vehicle called "The Beast" which will fly the Indian flag, 100 face recognition cameras to be used for the first time are some of the features.
    The Asian Age also reports of Jack Sim founder of World Toilet Organization as saying the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan is a historic opportunity to create toilets which is the cheapest medicine for many diseases and, that, in Singapore the rank of a toilet cleaner is that of a technician".
    The Hindi newspaper, Amar Ujala talks about a 65 year old Buddist monk carving a 13 kilo meter long road through a snow mountaion.
    Rajasthan Patrika reports of about 11 children getting admitted into Madrasas and 140 Muslim children into RSS run schools in Rampur.
    Finally Here's a good news for people suffering from Haemophilia B. India has approved a medicine RIXUBIS for control and prevention of bleeding in adults- reports the Asian Age.

US warns Pak: Won’t tolerate terror attacks during Obama’s India visit

US warns Pak: Won’t tolerate terror attacks during Obama’s India visit



NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:

    Information and Broadcasting Minister Arun Jaitley's reaction to the resignation of Chairperson Leela Samson and 12 other members of the Censor Board dominates the front pages. "Jaitley hits back at Samson : Terms CBFC members who quit 'rebels without a cause" reports the Hindu. The Pioneer quotes Jaitley as saying "UPA appointees politicising  resignations". The Tribune meanwhile reports in its front page lead  that Punjab has banned the screening of the film "MSG" which features the Dera Sacha Sauda chief.

    The handing over of the country's first indigenously built Light Combat Aircraft Tejas to the Indian Air Force by the Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar is widely noticed. "32 years on, IAF gets first LCA Tejas" states the Tribune. The Asian Age calls it a "lightweight successor to MIG 21". The Hindustan Times says the estimated cost of the entire project was 30,000 crores.

    As assembly elections in Delhi come closer the papers keenly track political moves by the different parties. On the cancellation of BJP President Amit Shah's rally in Pushp Vihar, the Hindustan Times writes "Amit Shah rally falls through Delhi BJP cracks". The Indian Express highlights the Aam Admi Party or AAP's reaction to the induction of Kiran Bedi into the BJP as it quotes AAP as saying "Bedi brought in to save Modi face in event of defeat".

    In a special front page story, the Hindustan Times reports about plans to have elections for the Congress Working Committee which were last held 18 years back.

    The Times of India in its lead story on security preparations for President Obama's visit to India reports "US asks for a no-fly zone over Rajpath on Republic day, India says no".

    The Hindu reports that the Pakistan Interantional Airlines has been sent a notice by the Enforcement Directorate to sell off its properties in Delhi as their purchase was unauthorised.

    And finally, most papers carry photographs of the children who have won the National Bravery Awards. 

BJP Inducted Kiran Bedi to Save Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Face: Aam Aadmi Party

BJP Inducted Kiran Bedi to Save Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Face: Aam Aadmi Party

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:

    Dera Sacha Sauda Chief's film creating controversy, Kiran Bedi and Shazia Ilmi joining BJP ahead of the Delhi assembly polls and the petrol and diesel excise duty hike and price cut are the stories which are widely covered by many Newspapers today.

    "Censor Board chief quits over MSG nod" headlines The Asian age about the controversy on the film Messenger of God. The Tribune Headlines, "MSG row: Censor board in doldrums" reporting that 'After Leela, another member quits over film on Dera Sacha Sauda chief'. 'Govt. Says no interference'.

    Reporting the price cut in petrol and diesel The Hindu writes, "Even as fuel retailers announced a cut in the price of petrol and diesel, the centre notified a Rs.2 per litre hike in the excise duty on both, reducing the benefit for consumers. The Times of India reports, "the government tapped off Rs. 2 by raising excise duty".

    The Hindustan Times headlines "Bedi's induction sparks grumbles in Delhi BJP" reporting 'The BJP is considering a bigger role for Kiran Bedi in Delhi polls, including projecting her as the party's Chief Ministerial candidate'. The Indian Express opines "Day After, Kiran Bedi packages herself as potential Delhi CM".

    Efforts for Obama's security preparations find place on the front page of The Statesman saying "Cops gear up for Obama visit, polls". The Indian express quoting the Delhi High Court writes, "You're quick to put CCTV cameras for Obama, why not for Indians".

    And finally, In a news that can raise the environmentalists' concern The Times of India reports that 2014 was the hotest year ever recorded witnessing the warmest December since 1880.

Police arrest suspected Islamic State recruit in Hyderabad

 Police arrest suspected Islamic State recruit in Hyderabad

TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS:-



    Former IPS officer Kiran Bedi's induction into the BJP and RBI governor Raghuram Rajan cutting the Repo Rate from 8 to 7.75% and the ripple effects of this rate cut are some stories reported in most papers today.

    "BJP AIMS Kiran missile at kejri" says the Mail Today while the Times of India writes "Kiran Bedi Joins BJP, likely to be Party's CM choice."

    " A little cut is a big deal for Markets- Rajan Surprise-cuts repo 25 basis points, signals low rate regime sensex surges 729 points" says the Indian Express.

    The Pioneer writes that in a significant move, the national green tribunal has prohibited the cultivation of edible crops on floodplains of the Yamuna saying that the vegetables grown here were highly contaminated and their consumption could lead to cancer.

    The Tribune writes that a special investigation team consituted by the Haryana Lokayukta has unearthed a  10,618 crore rupee tax evasion scam in the excise and taxation dept.

     "Government might allow FIR's online over train crimes", writes the Asian Age. The Times of India reports that The mega merger plan of five parties into a grand Janata Parivar seems to have hit rough weather with Samajwadi Party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav appearing less keen than others on the immediate amalgamation of the Mandal outfits.

    The Indian Express, reporting on focus areas for National plans writes " Panagariya's  plan for niti ayog- focus on labour reforms, SME's ". The paper adds that according to the Vice Chairman of the aayog, policy making rather than planning will be his first priority.

    And finally, under the heading "UN chief gets yoga lessons" the Times of India carries a picture of UN senior advisor Vijay Nambiar giving UN Secretory General Ban ki Moon his first yoga lesson, during his Delhi visit.

Inactivity 'kills more than obesity'

Inactivity 'kills more than obesity'

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

    The removal of the DRDO Chief, Union Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi being convicted for poll code violation, the Supreme Court pulling up the Centre on the clean Ganga Project and a West Delhi Church being vandalised,  are the prominent headlines this morning.
    "Govt launches Swachh DRDO Abhiyan", writes the Mail Today. "Parrikar says, DRDO chief Chander, too old for the job" reports the Hindustan Times.
    "Will you clean up Ganga in your term?" The Hindu quotes the Supreme Court's poser to the government. "Ganga to regain glory by 2018, Solicitor General assures SC", reports the Pioneer.
    "Minister Naqvi gets  1 year in Jail for Lok Sabha poll breach" says the Times of India.
    In the run-up to the Delhi polls, the Hindustan Times reports "Post-Shiela, Congress reverts to old warriors in second Delhi List." The Hindu informs " Kejriwal alleges nexus between Delhi BJP chief and power discoms".
    The Economic Times speculates "Rahul may be Congress President soon" as top party leaders pile pressure on him to formally take over reins.
    Church vandalized in city, fourth in 6 weeks" reports the Times of India. "Police cameras capture man vandalising church in Delhi", writes the Indian Express.
    "Charlie Hebdo sets the world on fire "remarks the Pioneer, as first 7 lakh copies of survivors' edition sold out like hot cakes.
    Company officials regularly routed cash through Hawala, top Birla executive tells Income Tax investigators, writes the Indian Express.
    And Finally, the World Bank has forecast, "India's growth to match China's by 2016-17", reports the Asian Age and the Times of India

5 things you can still buy for Re 1 | The Financial Express

5 things you can still buy for Re 1 | The Financial Express



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    Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar warning to Pakistan, DRDO chief sacked, the CWC meeting John Kerry urging Pakistan to act against LET & fines for polluting Yamuna are, some of the stories dominating headlines today.
    "Parrikar warns Pakistan to 'Proactive steps' reports the Tribune and The Asian Age. The Tribune adds that 'Defence Minister says tough stance against proxy war will show results in six months.
    "DRDO chief booted out with 16 months left to go" headlines The Hindustan Times while The Asian Age writes " Shockwaves in DRDO as chief sacked in mid term."
    On the Congress working committee meeting , The Pioneer writes, "Government attitude dictatorial, accuses Sonia". "Sonia targets ordinance Raj" writes The Hindu.
     "Kerry tells Pakistan it must act against India enemy LeT" leads the Hindustan Times. While The Pioneer quotes Kerry as saying 'wipe out all terror from Pakistan".
    "5,000 rupees fine for throwing puja items into Yamuna", headlines the Times of India adding that fine is 50,000 rupees for dumping building debris" while The Hindu writes "Soon, fines up to 50,000 rupees for polluting Yamuna".
    The surviving staff of Charlie Hebdo plans an unprecedented run of 3 million copies of its next issue, on Wednesday with Prophet Mohammad on the cover even as France Hunts for member of the terrorist cell involved in last weeks attack on the  satirical weekly that claims 12 lives reports The Times of India.
    "Oil tumbles to 45 dollars, bringing cheer to consumers for now" is the lead in the Times of India, adding " it could dip further, sluggish global economy a worry".
    More than a silver of hope has appeared for Sahara-Shree Subrata Roy who's in jail for almost 10 months for non refund of 25,000 crore rupees with interest to depositors. On Tuesday Roy was allowed to use the Tihar Jail guest House to open communication with investors once again reports Mail Today.
    And finally, A story in Hindi newspaper Amar Ujala says that in Mahendergarh district of Harayana in the last one year no girl child has been born in six villages.

Defiant Charlie Hebdo depicts Prophet Muhammad on cover

Defiant Charlie Hebdo depicts Prophet Muhammad on cover

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

    The Election Commission announcing the dates for Delhi Assembly elections are highlighted in today's Press. The Times of India's top headline reads " Battle for Delhi to take place on Feb 7, results will be announced on February 10".
    Hindustan Times reports that Nuclear Energy and Climate change will be on US President Barack Obama's priority list when he visits India in two weeks time. US Secretary of State John Kerry laid the background and said that investment, trade and anti-terrorism measures would also be focus areas.
    The Times Of India mentions that the CBI on monday summoned Trinamool Congress No 2, and former railway Minister Mukul Roy in connection with his alleged links in the Saradha Ponzi scam, bringing the need of suspicion perilously close to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
    The Hindu writes that the Centre is keen to bring in 'non-adversarial taxation'. Defining retrospective taxation as the defining moment against investment in India, Finance Minister Arun Jaitely said at the recent Vibrant Gujarat summit that the Centre has no intention of levying retrospective tax.
    And finally, researchers at the Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center have claimed that a Nasal Spray that contains a man-made form of insulin may improve working memory and other capabilities in adults with Alzheimers and other cognitive impairments. 

US Centcom Twitter account hacked by pro-IS group

US Centcom Twitter account hacked by pro-IS group

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi transforming 'Vibrant Gujarat' to 'Vibrant India', and hard selling Brand India at the global investor’s summit in Gandhinagar, is a major story on most front pages. The Asian Age writes, "Will make India easiest place for Business", quoting the Prime Minister. Business Standard reports that global and Indian Business Companies have committed themselves to invest a total of about 2 lakh crore rupees and creating more than 50,000 jobs.
    Papers carry pictures of unity march in Paris.  Hindustan Times writes, a dozen world leaders joined French President Francois Hollande and 1.5 million people - in a unity march in Paris on Sunday.
    "Government to restructure the University Grants Commission soon, to give it more teeth", reports Hindustan Times, adding that a 3 member committee has been set up to recommend its restructuring. This will be the 2nd Nehru Era institution to be 'modified' by the NDA govt.
    The Pioneer writes that after being bombarded with ideas from the public, on the government's popular portal www.mygov.in - which engages citizens by seeking ideas and suggestions, the govt. now plans to streamline and analyse these in detail - to provide 'cumulative intelligence' to the top leadership.

PM Narendra Modi promises to make India easiest place to do business

PM Narendra Modi promises to make India easiest place to do business

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:

Modi's Abhinandan Rally in Delhi, French solidarity after the terrorist attack and new Sri Lankan president's proposed maiden foreign visit to India dominate the front page of many dailies.
"Modi launches battle for Delhi" headlines the Business Standard. While the Hindustan Times covers this story writing, "Modi kicks off BJP's poll campaign with a direct hit on Kejriwal and no grand announcements".
Highlighting France's grit against terror and the support from other European countries The Statesman reports that European leaders will make an extraordinary show of support for France by joining a mass rally in Paris, amid a wave of solidarity following a bloody end to the Charlie Hebdo attacks. The Times of India says "France stays on edge, massive hunt on for gunman's girlfriend".
Underlining the increasing importance of India for its neighbour Srilanka The Hindu headlines "Sirisena to visit India first".
As the government draws out the blue print of 100 smart cities, India's first smart city at Dholera is expected to get a boost at the 7th Vibrant Gujarat Summit, reports the Indian Express.
And finally, in a good news on the tiger conservation front, The Hindustan Times writes "Roaring back: Fight to save tigers starts paying off", mentioning the 2014 data on tiger population in India  as the total number of tigers marginally increases in the country.

Tharoor admitted to police about a tiff with Sunanda

Tharoor admitted to police about a tiff with Sunanda

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
Maithripala Sirisena sworn in as Sri Lanka's new president, the dual siege in Paris, Governor's rule imposed in J&K and the latest on the Sunanda Tharoor case are front page stories in most papers.
"Mighty Rajapaksa stunned, Sirisena is the new Lanka President" is the Hindustan Times headline. "Sri Lanka ends the Mahinda Raj" writes the Indian Express.
French police storm hostage sites, kill terror brothers, their associate" leads the Times of India. "Paris shooters killed as siege ends" reports the Tribune. The Pioneer says "Charlie Hebdo terrorists killed".
Most papers report of Jammu and Kashmir being put under Governor's rule - the 6th time since 1997 - after the PDP which emerged as the single largest party, and the BJP failed to cobble up the required numbers to form government.
On the latest in the Sunanda Tharoor case, the Asian Age writes "Tharoor urges police to 'probe without pressure'." While the Hindu quotes Tharoor as saying "My silence is not sinister". "Cops likely to quiz Tharoor on Sunday" states the Hindustan Times.
Muthuvel Karunanidhi became the longest serving president of a political party in India on Friday with the DMK general council 'unanimously' re-electing him as the party chief for the 11th time, reports the Pioneer.
The Supreme Court on Friday quashed a special court order summoning chairman cum managing director of Bharti Cellular Limited Sunil Bharti Mittal and Essar Group promoter Ravi Ruia as accused in a corruption case relating to the allocation of additional 2G spectrum in 2002 during the NDA rule, reports the Hindu.
Swine Flu claimed a third life in the national capital on Friday but the health department said there was no need for panic and asked people to remain vigilant, reports the Asian Age.
And finally, according to researchers from the university of Missouri, separation from the cellphone can have serious psycholgical and physiological effects on i-phone users, including poor performance in cognitive tests, reports the Times of India.

Paris double hostage crisis ends, Charlie Hebdo suspects shot dead in assault

Paris double hostage crisis ends, Charlie Hebdo suspects shot dead in assault

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES
The recent massacre in Paris on a satirical weekly magazine Charlie Hebdo, retains prominence on front pages. Hindustan Times reports that authorities have extended - the highest security alert-level already in place in the greater Paris area - to the region where the two heavily armed gunmen on the run-were spotted.
Seeking a deeper engagement  of the Indian diaspora for the nation's growth, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 13th Pravasi Bhartiya Diwas in Gandhinagar. The Asian Age reports that in his inaugural address he urged the 25 million strong community to help transform the nation.
The Hindu writes that the Govenment is considering giving an incentive of about Rs. 4,000 a tonne to sugar mills, for production and export of the raw variety to cut large stock piles.
And finally, The Times of India writes - 'In a massive  breakthrough, scientists in Britain's  North Eastern University have created the first new antibiotic, Teixobactin,  in nearly 3 decades. This can treat many common bacterial infections as well as tuberculosis and Septicemia.

Paris terrorists aimed at freedom of expression, we must defend it

Paris terrorists aimed at freedom of expression, we must defend it

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

    Newspapers have widely reported on the front pages, the story of a terror attack on the Paris office of a satirical newspaper, Charlie Hebdo. "Jihadis storm satirical newspaper's Paris office; kill 10 journalists, 2 cops" says The Times of India. "This is an act of exceptional barbarism", says the Pioneer quoting French President Francois Hollande. "Slaughter of satire: Deadliest attack in France in decades" writes the Hindu. "Editor Charbonnier among victims, Last cartoon 'Premonition-Like", writes The Indian Express.
    Sunanda Pushkar's death continues to occupy front page space. "Police trying to frame me, Shashi told Bassi in November", says the Times of India. "Probe focus on injection wound on Sunanda arm" captions Hindustan Times.
    Under the headline, "Economics breaks the political ice: Mamata, Jaitley talk of cooperation", the Indian Express reports that the two shared the stage at Global Bengal Business Summit, displayed mutual respect and also promised cooperation for the state's development.
    Mail Today shows a picture of PDP Chief Mehbooba Mufti under the caption, "Governor's rule looms over J&K" adding that PDP seems to be outwitted by acting CM Omar Abdullah as it fails to make any headway in forming a government.
    Refusing to entertain the petition against the film "PK", the Delhi High Court has said there was no substance in the allegations made in a public interest litigation that PK had defamed and maligned the Hindu culture and Hindu religious practices, reports the Hindu.
    "Consumer won't gain from oil price dip" - The Pioneer quoting highly placed sources says benefits cannot be passed on to common man in totality as subsidy still strains the exchequer.
    And finally, researchers at the Oregon State University in the US have developed a new way to selectively insert compounds into such cells to help surgeons identify malignant tissues and then, in combination with phototherapy, kill any remaining cancer cells after a tumour is removed.

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Sunanda Pushkar death: Delhi cops call it murder, Shashi Tharoor to be quizzed

Sunanda Pushkar death: Delhi cops call it murder, Shashi Tharoor to be quizzed

TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS:-

News related to the Pakistani boat that blew itself up, Badminton star Saina Nehwal's name being recommended for the Padma Bhusan and eminent economist Arvind Panagariya being appointed as vice chairman of Niti Aayog are some of the stories reported on the front page of dailies today.
The Indian Express quoting Defence Minister Parrikar on the Pakistan Boat explosion writes "Boatmen possibly terrorists rather than smugglers".
The Hindu reports that with 4 bungalows and 3 plots at prominent addresses in the capital, the congress has been the biggest beneficiary of the governments real estate largesse to political parties.
Writing on government formation in Jammu and Kashmir the Pioneer says "PDP, BJP close to ink power formula - talks going on, BJP may get Deputy CM post".
The Hindustan Times reports that a Delhi court has said that the wife has no right to a property that belongs exclusively to her parents inlaws.
The Mail Today writes that top colleges in Delhi University are running headless, with over 20 of the 77 colleges having nobody at the helm. The paper adds that apart from vacant principal posts, there are over 4500 permanent teacher posts that need to be filled.
Raising the question if depression could be a physical ailment, the Times of India writes that according to scientists, Depression may not be a mental or emotional condition but actually a result of inflammation caused by the body's immune system.
And finally, in good news for job seekers the Hindustan Times writes that it may rain jobs this year in India as the government "Acche din" policies and the end of a trough in a long industrial downturn whip up an appetite to hire across several sectors in corporate India.

Bad luck, bad journalism and cancer rates

Bad luck, bad journalism and cancer rates

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:

The threat of a possible hijack of an Air India flight dominates the front pages. "Intel on Kandahar-style hijack bid sparks alert" is the lead in the Hindustan Times. The Tribune writes "Airports on high alert after AI hijack threat".
Political sparring over the changes made to the Land Acquisition Law of 2013 gets wide coverage. The Indian Express quotes the Finance Minister Arun Jaitley as saying "Land law changes balance development and justice". The Hindu writes "New land law will render many homeless, says AAP".
The slapping of TMC MP and Mamata Banerjee's nephew Abhishek Banerjee at a party rally is widely reported. "Youth slaps Mamata's nephew, almost lynched" writes the Statesman. The Hindustan Times observes "Mamata nephew slapped, Trinamool sees BJP hand".
The results of the civic elections in Chattisgarh are highlighted in many papers. "Shock defeat for BJP in Chattisgarh civic elections" notes the Indian Express.
All the papers take note of the 102nd session of the Indian Science Congress hosted by the University of Mumbai. The Times of India writes on its front page "Heard at science meet : Ancient Indian planes flew to planets". Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's endorsement of Health Minister Dr Harshvardhan's remarks at the Science Congress that Algebra and the Pythagoras' theorem originated in India is widely noticed.
In a special front page story, the Hindustan Times cites preliminary data from the Socio-Economic and Caste or SEC census to report "27% people in urban areas are poor, finds SEC census".
The Pioneer informs us in a front page article that online retailers like Amazon, Flipkart and Snapdeal are set to face showcause notices for evading Value Added Tax.
And finally, For the first time in the country an industrialist will be honured in a special way reports the Indian Express as it writes "In a first, Modi govt orders coins to honour Jamsetji Tata".

India can be a beacon to the world: Bhagwat - The Hindu

India can be a beacon to the world: Bhagwat - The Hindu



TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS:-



The firing by Pakistan in J&K is one of the main leads in the newspapers today. "Pak firing kills three in J&K,  villagers flee border homes" is the headline in the Hindustan Times. "Pak unleashes heavy fire along border, 2 Jawans, 1 woman dead" is the lead in the Tribune.

On the two terror boats that sank after being intercepted by the coast guard in the Asian sea in the early hours of January 1st, the Times of India writes " 'Terror'; boats were in touch with Pak army: Intercepts". While the Indian Express leads with "Intercepts under scrutiny as coast guard ship returns". "India to get to bottom of terror boat" writes the Pioneer.

"Will back risks taken by PSU banks", The Asian Age quotes the finance minister Arun Jaitely. While the Hindu quotes him as saying "banks need autonomy to cut NPA's."

The Asian Age and the Hindu carry photographs on their front page of Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Randy W. Schekman, Nobel laureate and cell physiologist at the Indian Science Congress in Mumbai on Saturday.

A Christmas crib kept on the premises of a church in Rohini, north west Delhi, was mysteriously burned to ashes on Saturday morning reports the Times of India and the Hindu.

In an interesting story, the Times of India reports, that medical second opinion service centre has found that almost 44% of the 12,500 patients for whom surgery was recommended were advised against it by their second opinion consultants.

Here's the best way to stick to your New Year resolutions. Well, the Times of India writes that according to a survey done by psychologist Richard Wiseman, 60% of those who slept well found it easier to achieve their resolutions, compared to the rest who reported sleeping badly.

Our forces will give fitting reply: Amit Shah on Pakistan firing

Our forces will give fitting reply: Amit Shah on Pakistan firing

TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS:- (3.1.2015)

The story of Coast Guard intercepting an intruder boat in the Arabian Sea has figured on the front pages of most newspapers this morning. "Alert Intel foils 26/11 rerun" reads a Mail Today headline. The Pioneer captions it as "‘Bomb-laden’ Pakistan boat intercepted" while the Indian Express headline reads, "BJP hails Indian Coast Guard for averting 26/11 like terror attack, says it reflects frustration of Pakistan".
Most newspapers have reported the rape of a teenage girl in Badaun, UP. Hindustan Times says a 21-year-old Japanese student was allegedly gang-raped at gunpoint for 12 days in Bodh Gaya. Street crimes in the city surged by 186% in 2014 with 12 cases reported every hour, up from four in 2013, says Hindustan Times. "Delhi witnesses steep rise in crime against women" reports the Indian Express.
Passing racist and derogatory remarks like ‘Chinki’ and ‘Chinese’ against citizens of North-East could soon land one in jail, writes the Pioneer. The Asian Age says any kind of gestures, words or acts of “discrimination” or “derogatory” remarks on the basis of race, culture or physical appearance can land you in prison for as long as five years, as the Centre is moving to add new sections to the Indian Penal Code to punish such actions.
Researchers from the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, U.S, say two-thirds of the world's cancer cases are a direct result of bad luck rather than faulty lifestyle or defective DNA, writes the Times of India.
And finally, have you ever woken up full of regret about the messages you sent the night before? A new smartphone app called Strings gives users complete control over their personal conversations, writes The Times of India.

Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar compliments coastguard for intercepting 'rogue vessel' avoiding 'possible danger'

Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar compliments coastguard for intercepting 'rogue vessel' avoiding 'possible danger'

 TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS (2.1.2015)

The reconstitution of the former Planning Commission into the New Niti Aayog dominates the headlines of many news papers today. "Modi sarkar puts Bharat first with Plan Panel Heir" reports the Economic Times, while the Times of India adds "With Niti Aayog, States get a seat at Modi's Roundtable". However the Hindu notes"  It's aniti, durniti, says opposition".
The hike in petrol and excise duty, has been highlighted by the newspapers. "Petrol, Diesel excise duty up, will fuel highway expansion," reports the Hindustan times, while the Tribune notes, "Excise duty on petrol, diesel up, rates unchanged."
In a related story The Times of India notes "Jet fuel prices cut 12.5% but slash in airfares unlikely".
In a story headlined "RSS quietly dumps Ghar Wapsi pointsman", The Economic Times reports, that Rajeshwar Singh who steered the reconversion programme and also the Dharm Jagran campaign, has been shunted out after Modi expressed annoyance.
In its front page story, The Indian Express informs "Before he cleared land ordinance , President, asked government why the hurry - Ministers Jaitley, Gowda and Gadkari explained government view on December 31st."
In an interesting report, The Times of India informs, "Pakistan Supreme Court relies on Indian Supreme Court ruling in election cases. It's December 17 verdict cited four Indian judgements."
The Hindu reports "Government targets Climate Groups. Four more international NGO'S under scanner. Ministry of Home Affairs says it will not compromise on national interest."
The Economic Times informs that IIM's may get to award MBA degrees soon instead of diplomas.
And finally, according to the Times of India, the Delhi police is drawing up a plan to conduct DNA tests on people begging on the streets with children to find out if their kids are there own or have been abducted and trafficked.

88 swine flu cases reported in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh in 2014

88 swine flu cases reported in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh in 2014

TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS:-

    PDP president, Mehbooba Mufti meeting J & K governor  N N Vohra - on government formation in J&K,  hinting at a tie up with the BJP, is highlighted in this morning's Press. The Asian Age writes, "PDP hints- it is ready for BJP alliance", though the saffron party still awaits a formal offer of dialogue.

    In its top headline The Hindu writes- "Centre moots health as a fundamental right"- The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare -  in its draft 'National Health Policy 2015' - has suggested making health a fundamental right, similar to education, and also makes denial of health care an offence.

    Live covrage of anti-terror operations by television channels are under the scanner, with the Home Ministry seeking a ban on such telecasts, reports The Times of India.

    In an articled headlined - "Parrikar's New Year Bonanza for Armed Forces"- Mail Today reports that the government  is about to finalize a proposal that will allow foreign companies to appoint authorized representatives for negotiating defence deals.

    The Times of India reports that the country has got its first woman Director General of Civil Aviation, with the appointment of M. Sathiyavathy, a 1983 batch UT cadre IAS officer.

    "Vadra's firm gets a tax notice:- says explain land and financial deals" - headlines the Indian Express. In the first move by the central Government against Robert Vadra, The Income Tax department has begun  scrutiny of his controversial land deals and financial transactions.

    Hindustan Times tells us that in the next few months work will begin on three smart cities on the outskirts of Delhi - at Dwarka , Rohini and Narela - with urban aim centres guided by technology, uninterrupted power , water and wi-fi connectivity, with Dwarka to get a financial hub.

    And finally, to conclude Press review -The  Times of India writes that all green or enviornment friendly buildings - identified on the basis of use of Water & Energy conservation methods, Re-cycled materials, Solar power, Natural lighting and Energy self-sufficiency across the country will get a special logo in the New Year.

Happy New Year

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

Dhoni's retirement from test cricket, a special CBI court discharging BJP President Amit Shah, and debris of Air Asia aircraft found in Java sea are front page stories in most papers today.
"Dhoni drops a bomb", is The Hindustan Times headline. "Dhoni takes the highway, Mahi way" writes the Times of India. While The Tribune writes "Captain cool' Dhoni stumps all, retires from test cricket".
"Amit Shah innocent in Prajapati, Soharabuddin killings, says court", reports the Hindustan Times. "Charge against Shah rejected 'in totality' writes the Pioneer.
Referring to the Air Asia tragedy, the Asian Age writes "Plane debris, bodies found". "Air Asia debris found, 3 bodies retrieved", writes The Statesman.
To send out a signal to foreign investors that settling commercial disputes in India will no longer be a time consuming affair, the government has decided to promulgate an ordinance to amend the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 reports The Hindu.
Eminent journalist B G Verghese, a Ramon Magsaysay award winner and former editor of leading dailies Hindustan Times and Indian Express died on Tuesday at the age of 87 after a brief illness writes The Pioneer.
Now some news, that will dampen the New Year Mood. If caught driving drunk on New Year's eve, you may end up losing your driving license, writes The Express News Line. Prices of cars and durable goods like TV and fridge will go up from Thursday as government plans to end the excise duty concessions given in February reports The Hindu.
In some good news for incorrigible vacationers, the year 2015 could be the year for 'Chhota breaks' as it has a string of three and four day weekends through the year.
And finally, the red planet is to go green. Well, the Times of India writes that a student team in the United Kingdom plans to grow lettuce on Mars by 2018.