Monday, November 30, 2015

Espionage racket with ISI links busted in Indian states | Asia Times

Espionage racket with ISI links busted in Indian states | Asia Times



NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES :



Speculation about the fate of the Goods and Services Tax or GST Bill after Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Congress President Sonia Gandhi and former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh grabs front page attention. The Hindustan Times quotes the Congress as saying "GST demands not cast in stone". The front page lead in the Statesman reads "GST: Govt, Congress send positive signals".

The transfer order of a Haryana police officer after she had an argument with Haryana's Health Minister Anil Vij is highlighted in all the papers. "A day after spat with minister, Fatehabad police officer shifted" reports the Tribune. Drawing attention to the warning issued to the government by Haryana's Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Commission, the Indian Express writes "Dalit woman IPS officer shunted out, panel threatens case aganist minister".

 Finance Minister Arun Jaitley and former Finance Minister and senior Congress leader P Chidambram's comments on the Supreme Court ruling on Section 377 is widely noticed in the press. "SC must review Section 377 ruling, allow gay relationships: FM, PC" is the front page lead in the Times of India. The Hindustan Times quotes Mr Chidambram as also saying "Ban on Rushdie's book by Rajiv govt. was wrong".

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's interaction with the media at a Diwali Milan function is prominently noticed with most papers carrying pictures of journalists taking selfies with the Prime Minister.

The spat between senior lawyer and Swaraj Abhiyan leader Prashant Bhushan and the Aam Aadmi Party over the Delhi Janlokpal bill 2015 is keenly tracked by the press. Summing up the confrontation, the Pioneer reports "Bhushan calls AAP's Lokpal Bill 'a big joke' : AAP says Bhushan opposing the Bill at the behest of BJP".

Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's reported comments on Indo Pak dialogue during a meeting with his British counterpart David Cameron are keenly noticed in the press. The Times of India quotes Mr Sharif as having said "Ready for India talks without riders".

Sunday, November 29, 2015

Ban on Rushdie’s Satanic Verses by Rajiv Govt Wrong: P Chidambaram

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NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:

The Prime Minister's tone in the Lok Sabha yesterday, which took the sting out of a prolonged Opposition attack on his Government over incidents of 'intolerance', as also the Prime Minister reaching out to the Congress leadership with an invitation to his residence for a meeting over tea yesterday - are the top news stories in the Press. In the Lok Sabha he said, 'India First' is the only Religion of his Government and the 'Constitution' the only Holy Book, reports the Statesman.

Economic Times writes, the Modi-Sonia-Manmohan Singh 'charcha' on Friday over Goods and Services Tax, yielded no immediate outcome but may have 'broken the ice'.

The Hindu informs us that the Government is mulling a new approach to ensure old-age income security for the poor, who have bank accounts but no access to social security schemes such as the Employees Provident Fund.

Asian Age reports that in a major reshuffle in the Congress Party's Punjab Unit ahead of the 2017 Assembly polls, former Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh was, yesterday, appointed the new Punjab Congress Chief - after the resignation of Mr Pratap Singh Bajwa. Ambika Soni was made head of the Campaign Committee.

The Economic Times reports that the Government is looking to wind-up some sick Public Sector Enterprises and is also thinking of closing down two more including a unit of HMT and the Tyre Corportion of India Limited.

Hindustan Times writes that the Jharkhand Government's hastily rolled out National Food Security Act has suffered a major blow after several incidents of multiple fake ration cards were found to be issued to the same person. As many as 366 ration cards were inadvertently issued to one Chittranjan Mahto of Ranchi District, which officials termed 'a technical error'.

Why are more and more students drawn to the coaching factories of Kota every year, making these Educational Hubs a mandatory stopover for those chasing a seat in top-notch engineering and medical courses.

And finally, The Times of India writes of US billionaire Manoj Bhargava who has invented 'Free Electric', a human stationary cycle generator, which, when peddled for one hour, can run two lights and one fan all day long, without grid electricity.

Saturday, November 28, 2015

'Li-fi 100 times faster than wi-fi' - BBC News

'Li-fi 100 times faster than wi-fi' - BBC News



TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS:-

Parliament's Winter Session getting off to a heated start on the 26th, with a verbal face-off between Home Minister Raj Nath Singh and Congress President Sonia Gandhi, receives front page coverage. "Heated Debate Kicks off  Winter Session", headlines The Pioneer. The Indian Express writes " Government vs Opposition starts with Our Ambedkar vs Your Ambedkar", and The Times of India headline reads "Secularism is the most misused word in politics", says Rajnath.

The Financial Express reports that the Government is hopeful of passage of the Goods and Services Tax Bill in the Winter Session of parliament, claiming that 30 of the 32 parties have supported it, and is awaiting the Congress response on the key legislation. Business Line of the Hindu writes, "To meet Congress halfway, Government may accept 18% rate for GST".

Also on the issue of the Winter Session, The Asian Age writes - Giving out a clear signal to the Opposition that the Government is willing to debate all issues during the Winter Session, Prime Minister Narendra Modi yesterday said - there cannot be a bigger platform for dialogue than the Floor of the House.

Mail Today reports of banned harmful Khesari dal creeping back into NCR markets  as Arhar prices soar.  The Indian Express writes that the Chairman of The Indian Council for Historical Research - Mr.Y Sudershan Rao, has quit his post just 16 months into his term. Quoting government sources the paper attribute this to his being denied an honorarium of Rs.1.5 Lakh per month.

And finally, Times of India informs us that the Capital is all set to witness a contest of ideas between Finance Minister Arun Jaitley and his immediate predecessor P Chidambaram, as they square-off against a backdrop of books, ideas and literature when they kick-off the high-profile inaugural 'Times LitFest' in Delhi on Saturday.

Friday, November 27, 2015

Telangana govt claims record land prices at Hyderabad auction

Telangana govt claims record land prices at Hyderabad auction

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

    The begining of the winter session of Parliament, 3 Millitants and a Civilian being killed in a gunfight with Army Soldiers in Kupwara and Actor Aamir Khan clarifying his remark on "leaving India" plans are some lead stories in papers Today.
    "Government warms up to opposition; will discuss intolerance and GST in winter session", writes the Tribune.
    "Day after, protests spur Aamir into clarification-Proud of being an Indian, no plans to leave country, says actor", headlines the Pioneer.
    Many dailies have highlighted the UN weather agency's report stating that 2015 is set to be the hottest year on record. The agency has released this data earlier than usual as it says, it wants to inform negotiaters at the UN climate change conference in Paris.
    Under the headline "Skill India gets 1 Billion Dollars from World Bank", the Hindustan Times writes that this ambitions initiative will be funded by 6,600 crore rupees of World Bank money with activities ranging from improving skill training infra structure in underserved areas to facilitating foreign employment for Indian workers.
    To ensure that Children who run away from their homes or are trafficked can be reunited with their families, the Railway Ministry plans to create a website for children rescued in trains and stations.
    And finally, in eco friendly news, the Indian Express writes "Parliament to go paperless from today; all reports to be uploaded immediately after being tabled". The paper adds that this move was also push by security concerns surrounding bundles of reports getting piled up in corridors and stair cases.

Thursday, November 26, 2015

Intolerance issue: Proud to be Indian, won't leave country, says Aamir Khan | Zee News

Intolerance issue: Proud to be Indian, won't leave country, says Aamir Khan | Zee News



NEWSPAPER HEADLINES



The controversy over film star Amir Khan's comments about how his wife had wondered if they should leave the country in the face of growing intolerance gets top billing in most papers. Highlighting Union Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi's reaction the Indian Express states "No reason for Amir to leave, country wont let him go. The Tribune's banner headline reads "BJP calls Aamir 'co-actor' in Congress's anti-Modi plot". On Aamir getting political support from some quarters, the Times of India says "Rahul, Kejriwal back him...".

The shooting down of a Russian warplane by Turkey is prominently noticed on the front pages of most papers."Turkey shoots down Russian plane for violating airspace" reports the Hindu. The Asian Age takes note of Russian President Vladimir Putin's reaction as it writes "Furious Putin says its stab in back".

With the winter session of Parliament beginning tomorrow the press keenly tracks the government's approach to getting the Goods and Services Tax or GST Bill passed in Parliament. While the Asian Age reports "Government ready to discuss GST with Opposition", the Hindustan Times quotes Finance Minister Arun Jaitley as saying "Congress suggestion on specifying tax rate is preposterous".

The Supreme Court's order on trademark practices is highlighted in most papers. The Indian Express reports the Supreme Court as saying in it's order "Gods, religious texts cant be trademarked".

The Times of India takes note of a significant move by the Supreme Court in a child sexual abuse case where the accused was allowed to bring on record taped telephonic conversations to prove his innocence. The paper states "For the first time, SC admits taped phone chat as defence : for a decade, only prosecution enjoyed the legal privilege".

And finally...the government's plan to increase maternity leave for working women from the existing 12 weeks to 26 weeks is widely noticed in the press. "Government to make new mommies smile with 26 week leave plan" writes the Hindustan Times.

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Telangana 9th state to declare drought as rural distress worsens - Livemint

Telangana 9th state to declare drought as rural distress worsens - Livemint



NEWSPAPER HEADLINES



Most newspapers this morning lead with an Intelligence report that says ISIS considers its Indian fighters inferior to Arabs. The Asian Age writes " ISIS uses its Indian recruits as expendables". Pioneer quotes US Ambassador to India, Richard Verma as saying, "Inclusiveness keeps Indian Muslims from joining ISIS"

"Terror kills economies, Modi says in Singapore " notes the Hindustan Times.

The paper also reports " Silence rules Brussels as lockdown continues " with Belgian Police continuing their hunt for a fugitive suspect in the Paris attacks.

" Army's new strategy in anti-terrorist operations in Jammu and Kashmir paying dividends " writes the Pioneer.

Most papers report of the Chopper crash in Katra, with photographs.The Tribune informs, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau will probe the crash.

Sheena Bora murder case also receives front page attention. "Peter told Rahul to 'move on' "is the lead in the Hindustan Times. The Hindu cites, e-maill trail shows Peter evaded son Rahul's questions. Times of India reports, " Peter flown to Delhi, may face lie-detector test".

Under the headline," The Great Indian Dal scam " Mail Today cites a special probe revealing a hoarding cartel across Asia and Africa.

After having gone viral of the image of Arvind Kejriwal embracing Lalu Prasad Yadav, Delhi CM Kejriwal sought to defend his anti-graft credentials saying "Lalu pulled and hugged me" quotes the Tribune."

Joining the debate over "rising intolerance" Actor Aamir Khan says his "wife feared for son, asked if they should leave India" writes The Times of India on its front page.

And finally, Hindustan Times, in a box item on its front page, reports on the  busting of a fake path lab next to AIIMS, which had been doing roaring businesss over the past seven years, handing out fake reports with forged signatures.

Tuesday, November 24, 2015

IS feels Indian recruits inferior to Arabs: Reports

IS feels Indian recruits inferior to Arabs: Reports

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:

    The ASEAN leaders launching an EU style economic bloc ASEAN Economic Community (AEC),a single market with a free flow of goods, capital and skilled labour in the region makes for front page news in most of the papers today.
    The papers also report of the different meetings addressed by the prime minister at Kuala Lumpur.The Hindu quotes him as saying "Give no shelter to terrorists"."Delink religion from terrorism,urges PM" writes the Asian Age.
    The papers take note of Bangladesh executing two opposition leaders on Sunday for war crimes during the countries 1971 independence conflict with Pakistan. 

Monday, November 23, 2015

Foundation laid for police command control centre in Hyderabad | Business Standard News

Foundation laid for police command control centre in Hyderabad | Business Standard News



 NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:

    All the news papers today mention of PM-Modi's call for anti-terror front at ASEAN summit

    "Modi woos investors,call for anti-terror synergy at ASEAN" writes the Financial Express on its front page.

    French President's visit to India as a Republic Day guest is mentioned in almost all the dailies. "Hollande to be 2016R-Day chief guest" writes Sunday Times

    In its lead story on front page, Sunday Times writes "Brussels goes into lockdown fearing a Paris-style attack." Brussels shut the Metros, postpones football matches and warns citizens to avoid shopping centres, airports, train stations and concerts.

    And finally, In Sunday Special Hindustan Times mentions The war on back-breaking school bags has been on for a over a two decades now, but little has been done to reduce the load on the young backs and now soon Schools are going to help kids shed baggage.

Sunday, November 22, 2015

Russia and Syria join forces to bomb Isis

Russia and Syria join forces to bomb Isis

TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS:-

     Front pages prominently cover the storming of a deluxe hotel in Bamako in Mali by armed militants, keeping hostage 170 people within the hotel. "27 killed as special forces storm hotel, free hostages" headlines the Hindu. On the fate of the 20 Indian hostages, the Asian Age writes "In Mali 20 Indians evacuated, safe".

    The other major story in the press this morning is of the swearing-in of Nitish Kumar for a third term along with his new cabinet. Hindustan Times reports that the ceremony also saw the complete comeback of RJD Chief Lalu Prasad with 80 MLA's and his son Tejashvi as Deputy Chief Minister and his other son Tej Pratap taking over as health minister in the new cabinet.

    The plot behind the gruesome killing of Sheena Bora thickened on Friday as the CBI accused former media tycoon Peter Mukherjea of playing an active and important role in the elimination of his step daughter and charged him with murder and conspiracy, reports the Pioneer.

    A Delhi court has summoned from Delhi University and the Election Commission - the records and educational qualifications of the Union Minister for Human Resources and development Smiriti Irani after a freelance writer complained that Ms Irani had given different educational qualifications in affidavits filed while filing her nomination for the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha polls reports The Hindu.

    The Times of India writes "Trouble seems to be mounting for Vijay Mallya. State Bank of India - the largest lender to the defunct airline Kingfisher - has declared the carrier, its promoter Vijay Mallya - and United Breweries Holdings as wilful defaulters and is set to launch a money laundering probe against Mallaya and Kingfisher Airline.

    "End Pay Commissions, says Pay Commission Chairman", is a headline in the Financial Express. Justice A K Mathur, Chairman of the 7th Pay Commission said that the Centre could discontinue the practice of appointing Pay Commission's every 10 years to suggest salary revisions, and instead, the government could have a mechanism for annual increments in salaries.

     And finally, Hindustan Times informs us that the Delhi government, in order to ferry more passengers and combat the problem of shortage of drivers, is planning to ply buses double the normal size, on specific identified routes.

Saturday, November 21, 2015

Mali Attack: 22 dead after Islamist gunmen seize 100 guests at Radisson Blu hotel, 'no more hostages' - Firstpost

Mali Attack: 22 dead after Islamist gunmen seize 100 guests at Radisson Blu hotel, 'no more hostages' - Firstpost:



NEWSPAPER  HEADLINES

The 7th Pay Commission report which was presented to the government yesterday grabs the attention of the press. "Massive 23.55% raise for Central govt staff" reports the Asian Age. With the pay panel recommending that the All India Services and other Group A officers should be eligible for empanelment under the central staffing scheme after completing 17 years of service, the Times of India notes "Dissent in panel over IAS losing 2 year edge". The Hindustan Times notices an interesting recommendation as it reports "Good news for single fathers soon, may be granted child leave care".

With Rahul Gandhi challenging Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take action against him regarding the allegations about his British citizenship, the Indian Express says "Winter session heat : Rahul dares PM, BJP says he is rattled and running away".

News of the CBI having arrested Peter Mukherjea, the husband of Indirani Mukherjea, the prime accused in the Sheena Bora murder case is splashed across the front pages of most papers. The Times of India states "His inconsistent replies, drivers statement led to CBI move".

With the stage set for Nitish Kumar to be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Bihar today, the Mail Today reports "Nine CMs to attend Nitish's oath ceremony". Meanwhile the Hindu highlights Lok Janshakti Party chief Ram Vilas Paswan's analysis of the NDA's defeat in the Bihar elections and quotes him as saying "Bhagwat, Dadri did us in".

After the much publicised return of Indian national Geeta from Pakistan to reunite her with her family, the Pioneer notes "Geeta's DNA does not match with Mahatos".

The Business Line has an interesting economic statistic. The paper writes "Only 400 gms in Modi's gold deposit scheme so far".

The death of the mastermind of the Paris terror attacks  in a major police raid is widely noticed. "Paris plotter Abaaoud dead in police raid" states the Tribune. In growing concerns about new forms of possible terrorist attacks the Pioneer caption reads "French PM warns of risk of chemical, biological attack".





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Thursday, November 19, 2015

ISIS are preparing a CHEMICAL attack, warns French PM, as US security sources confirm the terrorists are working on producing the deadly weapons

ISIS are preparing a CHEMICAL attack, warns French PM, as US security sources confirm the terrorists are working on producing the deadly weapons

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

    The story of Paris hunting down its attackers gets top billing in almost all the newspapers this morning."Paris hunts suspects down" writes the Indian Express."Paris hounds mastermind"leads the Pioneer."Two killed in Paris raids"writes the Statesman.
    Another story that is covered prominently by the papers is that of Pakistan born LeT David Coleman Headley who conducted a recce of targets for the 26/11 terror attacks in Mumbai will be tried by a special sessions (TADA) court for his role in those attacks ater a hiatus of nearly seven years.
    The Statesman quotes the prime minister Narendra Modi as saying "Global efforts needed to choke terror funds."
    All the papers have reported of Justice Tirath Singh Thakur who had led the Supreme Court Bench which delivered a verdict on reforming the Indian Cricket Board being appointed the Chief Justice of India. He will take oath on December 3.
    The Pioneer and the Asian Age reports on their front pages that the Union Cabinet  on Wednesday approved more government jobs and doles for Kashmiri migrants.
    "Rahul Gandhi's nationality issue back in focus"writes the Business Line.The Indian Express too carries this story on its front page.
    The Hindustan Times reports that a proof of identity may soon be a must for joining a matrimonial website with the government working on guidelines to regulate online matchmaking market as complaints of fake profiles, cyber stalking and cheating rise.
    "Government frees mining in non forest areas"reports the Hindustan Times, reversing a UPA introduced rule considered a major roadblock in fast execution  of mining leases for coal and other major minerals.
    Times of India reports that German will now be taught in Kendriya Vidhyalayas as an additional language following the Union Cabinets approval on Wednesday.
    And finally, the Times of India carries a heartwarming and inspiring story of a 95% disabled, JNU scholar Akashansh Gupta or Bunty Dada as he is known on the campus, battling huge odds to get his PhD.

IS shows photo of Russian plane bomb

IS shows photo of Russian plane bomb

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

    The aftermath of the Paris attacks and Moscow, confirming a bomb downed its plane in Egypt, take top spot in the press today.
    Egypt plane bombed from within" the Pioneer quotes Russia. Hindustan Times headlines "Putin vows revenge for Sinai plane terror strike". Times of India writes, "First since World War-II: Russia and France join hands, pound IS".
    "IS - backed attack possible in India " according to the government, is the lead in the Indian Express. The Hindu reports, "IS posts audio message in Bengali", appeared to have been made for Bangladesh.
    "Colonel martyred in Kupwara encounter ", the second Commanding Officer to fall to terror bullets in 10 months, writes The Pioneer.
    The paper also reports, "Ayodhya movement architect no more", on the VHP leader, Ashok Singhal's demise.
    Hindustan Times informs "Private schools asking for donations face huge fines", also reporting "7th Pay Panel report could be out on Friday".
    "Airfares to go up , 25 percent Aviation Turbine Fuel hike in Delhi ", reports The Asian Age.
    The Pioneer states, "Can reprobe clean chit to Tytler in 1984 riots, CBI tells court".
    "Noodles launched by Ramdev have no approval, says FSSAI" , writes The Indian Express.
    The Hindu reports according to a new study not just their victims, even bullies themselves are at an increased risk for anxiety, depression and eating disorders. While in another first, researchers from the University of Washington, have refrigerated water and other liquids with laser in real world conditions. The team used an infra-red laser to cool water by about 2.2. degree Celsius.
    And finally, Indian Express , in a Page One Anchor, covers the story of a group of Doctors from AIIMS who left Delhi to bring affordable healthcare to Chhattisgarh in 1997, using appropriate technology to reach the poorest of the poor.

 

Wednesday, November 18, 2015

Russia Says Bomb Downed Plane in Egypt and Intensifies Attacks on ISIS

Russia Says Bomb Downed Plane in Egypt and Intensifies Attacks on ISIS

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address at the G-20 summit in Turkey in the backdrop of the terror attacks in Paris gets top billing in most papers. The Hindu quotes Mr Modi as saying "Delink terror and religion". The Pioneer quoting Mr. Modi writes "Some nations use terror as foreign policy".
    Probe into the terror attacks in Paris is keenly tracked in the press. The Indian Express reports "Paris cracks down: 23 arrested in 168 raids". The Tribune says "27 year old Belgian plotted attacks". Highlighting the warning contained in a new video released by ISIS, the Times of India reports "IS threatens to hit Washington, says more attacks are coming in Europe".
    President Pranab Mukherjee's comments on the occasion of the National Press Freedom Day in the backdrop of writers and artistes returning their awards against what they call growing intolerance in the country are prominently noticed in the press. The Asian Age quotes the President as saying "Debate issues but cherish honours"."
    In a special story captioned "Modi govt. finalizes fresh policy on farm insurance" the Hindustan Times writes that the new policy proposes lower premiums and simpler norms for prompt payments.
    BJP leader Subramaniam Swamy's allegation about Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi's foreign citizenship gets traction in the press. "Swamy claims Rahul a British citizen" reports the Asian Age. Highlighting the Congress's reaction the Pioneer writes "Congress rejects allegation as dirty tricks".
    New guidelines have been formulated for groundwater extraction in the country. The Hindustan Times reports "No extraction of water where piped supply exists, industries banned in zones of scarcity".
    Passing away of veteran actor Saeed Jaffrey is prominently noticed in the press. The Indian Express in its obituary observes "Nawab to paanwala, East to West, he straddled roles, regions with ease".
    And finally....there's been a great surge in the number of Indian students enrolling in American colleges. The Financial Express states US FDI in India is half the amount that Indians students pay to American colleges and universities.

Tuesday, November 17, 2015

Paris attacks: 'France will destroy IS' - Hollande

Paris attacks: 'France will destroy IS' - Hollande

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:

    The Paris attacks continue to dominate headlines this morning.The papers are abuzz with reports and photographs of the carnage and its aftermath."Paris picks up the pieces the day after bloodbath"writes the Hindustan Times."5 nations join hunt for culprits,France says some still at large"leads the Asian Age.
    The G -20 meet in Turkey is also covered prominently by all the newspapers on their front pages. The Times of India reports that it turned into an anti-terror meet with all the leaders calling for joint action. The Indian Express quotes the Prime Minister Narendra Modi as saying "Let's unite against terror now" at the meet.
    The Hindustan Times reports that India will take a tough stand at the climate talks in Paris next month. The paper reports that New Delhi is looking for a pact that is "balanced, comprehensive" and under the "principles of the two decade old United Nations climate convention."
    The Hindu, in its bottom spread, reports of Akhil Bharat Hindu Mahasabha observing  Nathuram Godse's day of hanging as Balidan Diwas. The Pioneer on its front page reports, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) condemning Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse  under the head "Murderer Godse must not be honoured: RSS"
    The Times of India quotes Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav as saying "Bihar-like grand alliance possible in UP".
    The Pioneer in a bizarre story reports that an owner of a small tyre repair shop in Haryana's Faridabad was handed over an electricity bill of over 77 crore rupees leaving him utterly shocked. The officials blamed the bill on technical and computer glitches, officials were suspended.
    A major sports story covered by the papers this morning is that of Mitchel Starc bowling the quickest delivery recorded in tests to New Zealand batsman Ross Taylor at the WACA on Sunday.
    The Hindustan Times reports that the Swachh Bharat Cess kicks in. The 0.5 per cent to fund the clean India initiative came into effect on Sunday. There are now 27 such levies, with one dating back to 1953.
    The Times of India reports that under the Amrit programme launched by the Health Ministry over 200 cancer drugs, 186 medicines to treat Cardiovascular diseases and 148 stents and Cardiac implants will now be available at Central Government hospitals at prices 50 to 60 per cent lower than the open market.
    And finally, The Times of India reports that feeding birds in parks may not only negatively affect their health and behaviour but also help spread diseases in humans, a new study suggests.

Monday, November 16, 2015

French launch "massive" anti-ISIS airstrikes in Syria

French launch "massive" anti-ISIS airstrikes in Syria


Newspapers Headlines

    Friday night's orchestrated and co-ordinated terrorist assault at diverse locations in Paris, prominently covered by Papers. "France savaged, world shocked", headlines Hindustan Times, adding that the French President called it An act of war that was prepared, organised, and planned from abroad, with internal help. Times of India reports that 29 persons have been killed and Islamic State has claimed  responsibility for the act.
    Hindustan Times notes that Indian security agencies have asked their US, European and West Asian counterparts with technical or human surveillance in Islamic State-held territories in Iraq and Syria, to help estimate the number of Indians fighting for the so-called Caliphate of Abu Bakar Baghdadi.
    "Prime minister and Rajnath Singh pay glowing tribute to Pandit Nehru" writes the Times of India, at his 126th birth anniversary on Saturday,with glowing tribute to his role in the Indian freedom Struggle.
     The Statesman writes that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to raise issues related to terrorism, climate change and global cooperation to unearth black money, during the two day G-20 Summit, that begins today at the Turkish resort town of Antalya. Leaders from 20 top economies of the world are expected to attend the summit.
     President Pranab Mukerjee, while inaugurating the 35th India International Trade Fair at Pragati Maidan on Saturday, asserted that the India Economy has withstood Global challenges and has the  potential of becoming a 10 Trillion Dollar economy by 2030-35. "President says Make in India key to Growth."
    "Come December, Documentation in Delhi will become easier", writes The Hindu. In what is seen as a significant paradigm shift in the way its departments currently deliver various services and documentations to the citizens of Delhi, the AAP government has decided to make a dozen of the most sort-after documents accessible, with minimal hassle, and at the shortest possible time frame. As an example, third party attestation is to be replaced by self-attestation.
    And finally, The Indian Express quotes Prime Minister Narendra Modi -as saying 'My Hindustan is in Alwar's Imran Khan', to a packed audience in Wembley Stadium in London. The Prime Minister had praised Imran Khan, a humble tailor in Alwar who studied as a child under a lantern in his village home.

Sunday, November 15, 2015

Paris terror attack: Syrian passport found on terrorist's body belonged to refugee smuggled through Greece

Paris terror attack: Syrian passport found on terrorist's body belonged to refugee smuggled through Greece

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with his UK counterpart David Cameron figure on the front page of most dailies. 'Pulao, power hand shake and a Wembley bow' writes the Times Of India. While the Financial Express shows the Indian Prime Minister with top CEO's, the Hindu, the Pioneer and the Economic Times show him with Queen Elizabeth at the Buckingham Palace. 'After breaking bread with queen, Modi rocks Wembley' writes the Economic Times.
    But back home, there are rumblings within the BJP as more people back veterans, informs the Asian Age. 'BJP firefights amid growing party dissent' headlines the Tribune.
    Nitish kumar all set to lead the grand alliance is reported by the Asian Age and the Tribune.
    A slump in commodity prices is highlighted by the business dailies. 'Sensex sheds 256 points on weak macro data' says the Hindu business line, while the Business Standard writes 'Commodities' crash, stocks feel the heat'.
    A landslide win for Suu Kyi's party in Myanmar polls is widely covered by the press. 'Finally democracy wins in Myanmar' writes Mail Today.
    The death of Islamic states dreaded masked executioner finds place in almost all papers. Jihadi John killed by US drones writes the Statesman.
    An elderly couple found murdered in their South Delhi home, reported by many dailies, brings our attention to how unsafe the national capital can be.
    The VHP holding protests across Karnataka over the state Government observing the birth anniversary of Tipu Sultan and the recent violence in Madikari is reported by the Tribune.
    And finally, in a welcome move, the Indian express writes on its front page "Delhi sweepers to fly to Japan and South Korea for hygiene lessons". Can we then expect a cleaner India? lets hope so!

Saturday, November 14, 2015

PM Modi reaches out to NRIs, says headlines not the barometer to assess India

PM Modi reaches out to NRIs, says headlines not the barometer to assess India

TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS:-

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi's three day visit to the United Kingdom dominates the front pages. "Nuclear to finance, cities to skills : Modi and Cameron draw out 9 billion pound roadmap" states the Indian Express. Highlighting his interaction with the media in London, the Pioneer quotes Mr Modi as saying "No room for intolerance in India". On India's concerns about Sikh radicals in the UK, the Mail Today reports "Section of Sikh diaspora in England funding Khalistani terror groups, India shares dossier with Cameron government".

    The press keenly tracks developments within the BJP after some party veterans including L K Advani and Murli Manohar Joshi demanded that responsibility be fixed for the party's performance in the Bihar assembly elections. "Rajnath against punishing veterans for Bihar remarks" reports the Times of India. The Indian Express writes "Bihar defeat setback, will hear seniors out says Ram Madhav".

    The controversy over Girish Karnad's remarks at the birth anniversary celebrations of the 18th century Mysore ruler Tipu Sultan continues to be tracked by the papers. "Karnad, BJP MP get death threats, Tipu row escalates" reads the headline in the Asian Age.

    The Hindustan Times in a special story reports that the Supreme Court has held that a wife becomes the absolute owner of property willed to her for maintenance by her husband and the rights to the property would not go back to male heirs of the deceased husband.

    Some not so good news on the economic front. "Retail inflation rises to 5% in October on dearer food items, industrial output slackens to a 4 month low of 3.6% in September" states the Pioneer. If you are a frequent traveller some important news for you. The Asian Age says "Rail ticket cancellation charge doubled". Some good news for air travellers. The Tribune and other papers report that if you fly with only hand baggage you may get cheaper tickets according to a new policy approved by the DGCA.

    In a story captioned "India tops Facebook's list of content restriction requests" the Hindu writes that India restricted 15,155 pieces of content from January to June,2015. And finally....news of a unique resolution to the man-animal conflict. The Statesman reports that residents of a KArbi Anglong village in Assam have emptied their village and shifted elsewhere to provide a safe passage for elephants.

Thursday, November 12, 2015

India got maximum content restricted, says Facebook

India got maximum content restricted, says Facebook

TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS:-

    The statement issued by some veteran BJP leaders like L K Advani and Murli Manohar Joshi in the backdrop of the party's poor performance in the Bihar Assembly elections dominates the front pages. "Party elders tear into Modi and Shah for Bihar poll debacle" reports the Times of India.

    Home Minister Rajnath Singh's interaction with the media in New Delhi yesterday is widely noticed. Alluding to the controversy over RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat's comments on the need to review the reservation policy, the Hindustan Times quotes Mr Singh as saying "RSS Chief's statement had no negative impact in Bihar".

    The Government's big reforms push is prominently noticed in the press. The Asian Age writes " In a big reform, FDI norms made easier in 15 sectors : Major impact in defence, aviation, real estate".

    Most papers take note of the violence that erupted in Kodagu district in Karnataka as the State government celebrates the birth anniversary of 18th century Mysore ruler Tipu Sultan. "VHP man killed in clashes over 'Tipu Jayanti' in Karnataka" writes the Times of India. The Statesman observes "BJP attacks Karnataka govt over death of VHP leader".

    With many ex servicemen returning their gallantry medals, unhappy over the One Rank One Pension, the Indian Express draws attention to Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar's reaction and quotes him as saying "Veterans returning medals aren't behaving like soldiers".

    In a front page exclusive, the Hindustan Times cites a report by a US lab to report that there is no radioactive angle in the death of Sunanda Pushkar, the wife of former Union Minister Shashi Tharoor. The paper says this assumes significance in the backdrop of some theories that suggested polonium poisoning as the cause of death.

Wednesday, November 11, 2015

First of its Kind Intelligent Transport System in Hyderabad Soon

First of it's Kind Intelligent Transport System in Hyderabad Soon
TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS:-

    The statement issued by some veteran BJP leaders like L K Advani and Murli Manohar Joshi in the backdrop of the party's poor performance in the Bihar Assembly elections dominates the front pages. "Party elders tear into Modi and Shah for Bihar poll debacle" reports the Times of India.

    Home Minister Rajnath Singh's interaction with the media in New Delhi yesterday is widely noticed. Alluding to the controversy over RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat's comments on the need to review the reservation policy, the Hindustan Times quotes Mr Singh as saying "RSS Chief's statement had no negative impact in Bihar".

    The Government's big reforms push is prominently noticed in the press. The Asian Age writes " In a big reform, FDI norms made easier in 15 sectors : Major impact in defence, aviation, real estate".

    Most papers take note of the violence that erupted in Kodagu district in Karnataka as the State government celebrates the birth anniversary of 18th century Mysore ruler Tipu Sultan. "VHP man killed in clashes over 'Tipu Jayanti' in Karnataka" writes the Times of India. The Statesman observes "BJP attacks Karnataka govt over death of VHP leader".

    With many ex servicemen returning their gallantry medals, unhappy over the One Rank One Pension, the Indian Express draws attention to Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar's reaction and quotes him as saying "Veterans returning medals aren't behaving like soldiers".

    In a front page exclusive, the Hindustan Times cites a report by a US lab to report that there is no radioactive angle in the death of Sunanda Pushkar, the wife of former Union Minister Shashi Tharoor. The paper says this assumes significance in the backdrop of some theories that suggested polonium poisoning as the cause of death.

Modi heads to UK after shock defeat in Bihar polls

Modi heads to UK after shock defeat in Bihar polls

TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS:-

    The BJP's response to the Bihar Election Debacle Myanmar's Sui Kyi heading for a landslide victory in Myanmar's landmark election, and BCCI President Shashank Manohar replacing N.Srinivasan as the ICC head are some lead stories in papers today.

    "Everything went wrong: NDA Agonises over Bihar" says the Hindustan Times while the Times of India writes "Jaitley blames hotheads for deflecting from development theme, adding day after crushing Defeat, BJP looks within and outside for reasons.

    The Statesman writes that India successfully test fired Agni IV, the strategic nuclear capable long range missile from the APJ Abdul Kalam Island yesterday.The Tribune writes that even as Ex service men have expressed their dissatisfaction over the terms of "One Rank-One Pension" scheme, Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar today ruled out any more concessions on OROP.

    Writing about the green Tax levied recently on heavy commercial vehicles entering Delhi, the Times of India says - "Tax on, entry of Trucks down by 30%", writing that serving the purpose of the levy, this decrease in the number of trucks has been noticed at most of the major entry points into the Capital.

    "Lok Adalats settled over eight crore cases in last twenty years", writes the Indian Express. Adding that Lok Adalats have become an effective mechanism to dispose off cases.Referring to the relaunch of the popular instant noodles, the Economic Times writes "If you have just 2 minutes to cook food, go get Maggi now".

    Adding to the woes of Delhi Residents, the Pioneer reports "Met department predicts pollution level to be 'severe' during Diwali-Suggests,"people with heart and lung diseases to stay indoors".

    ·And finally,  Asking people to celebrate with caution, the Hindu writes "Doctors warn against over indulgence, digging into sugar and oil-rich snacks, erratic sleep and pollution can prove to be life threatening.

Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Markets feel Bihar shock waves | Business Standard News

Markets feel Bihar shock waves | Business Standard News



NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:

    All front pages are abuzz with the decisive mandate given to the Grand Alliance in the high-power Bihar Assembly elections. "Massive Nitish-Lalu win in Bihar", headlines the Asian Age. "Nitish-Lalu dynamo stuns BJP", reads Hindustan Times. "Nitish in Bihar, Modi Baahar", is the top headline in the Times of India, while The Statesman writes, "Intolerance key factor of BJP's defeat, say leaders".
    The Indian Express reports, With the NDA's defeat in Bihar raising fears that the Center's legislative agenda would be 'jammed' in Parliament, the govt may bank on the Executive to push through reforms and policy measures like 'Goods and Services Tax, and getting the higher income groups to give up cooking gas subsidy.
    "Green Celebrations this Diwali", writes Hindustan Times. The Delhi Environment Department has asked the Delhi Police to enforce licensing norms on selling of fire crackers to check the high-decibel Chinese crackers, and has also sought prosecution of people who violate the 10 pm deadline for bursting crackers.
    The toll tax department of South Delhi Municipal Corporation has been collecting around 1.25 crore rupees every day of Environment compensation charges ever since the 'Green Tax' was levied on trucks and other commercial vehicles entering Delhi as per a Supreme Court order informs the Tribune.
    "School education boards team up to create level playing field", writes the Times of India. Education boards across the country have come together under the HRD Ministry to suggest ways to bring in changes and practices that will be common to all of them, such as common core syllabus, question paper patterns, exam schedules, teacher training and tackling unfair means.
    And finally, The Statesman writes, "New crusade for Koh-i-Noor". A lobby group made up of Indian businessmen and actors is mounting a legal challenge against Queen Elizabeth-II, demanding the return of the world famous Koh-i-Noor diamond to India.

Monday, November 9, 2015

Bihar Polls: Paging the real Mr Modi

Bihar Polls: Paging the real Mr Modi

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:

    All the papers cover Prime Ministers rally in Srinagar and his 80,000 crore rupee  economic package for Jammu and Kashmir prominently."No politics, Modi sticks to economics with a 80,000 crore rupees package" writes the Indian Express.
    The Bihar election results to be known today makes for front page news in most of the papers this morning."Bihar wakes to a date with destiny today" headlines the Hindustan Times.
    The media take note of the government notifying the "one rank, one pension"(OROP) scheme implementation on Saturday but the veterans are miffed.
    India's convincing 108 run victory over South Africa in the first test at Mohali is covered with photographs and reports in all the papers.
    The Hindu reports that Delhi's Air quality slipped from very poor to severely polluted on Saturday with reading from five monitoring stations showing the red danger sign. Pioneer too carries this story on its front page.
    The Times of India reports that with the arrival of festive season and as a precautionary measure, Northern Railways has decided to stop the sale of platform tickets from November 10 to 16.
    In another Railway's related story the Hindustan Times reports that in a major FDI initiative the Railways have  attracted foreign investments worth a whopping 40000 crore rupees for setting up electric and diesel locomotive factories at Madhepura and Marhoura respectively in the eastern state of Bihar under the Public Private Partnership mode.
    The Asian Age on its front page carries the photograph of a beaming Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou shaking hands with his Chinese counterpart Mr. Xi Jingping, at the Shangri-la Hotel in Singapore on Saturday. The caption reads "66 years after split, China & Taiwan meet".
    The Hindu reports that Facebook, the 11-year-old social media company founded by Mark Zuckerberg in his Harvard dorm room, surpassed the 300 billion dollar  mark in market capitalsations overtaking General Electric along the way, Facebook became the seventh most valuable firm in the US on Friday.
    And finally, The Times of India reports that Scientists in China have decoded the panda language. They have deciphered the meaning of 13 different giant panda vocalisations.

Sunday, November 8, 2015

Bihar Assembly Election Results 2015: Zee News Final Exit Poll predicts clean sweep for NDA​

Bihar Assembly Election Results 2015: Zee News Final Exit Poll predicts clean sweep for NDA​

TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS:-

    Most papers highlight Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Delhi Economics conclave yesterday. The Pioneer, quoting the Prime Minister writes "Economy going well now due to sound policies." The Financial Express says "19 crore people have got bank accounts under Jan Dhan Yojana."

    0.5 percent cess on services to support Swachh Bharat - gets front page coverage in many dailies. The Times of India calls it a "Swachh Pinch" as it reports that consumers will have to pay more across all segments where a service tax is levied. This could include mobile bills, eating out and even higher air fares.

    "After 27 years, Don Rajan back to face trial" writes the Tribune. The Hindu reports arrangements had been made for dummy convoys, and alternative routes were planned to thwart possible attacks.

    The High Court ending the system of reservation for children of bureaucrats in Delhi's Sanskrit School is reported by the Hindustan Times and Times of India. 'Its like racial segregation in U.S of 1960's - writes the Times of India whereas the Hindustan Times says that "Sanskriti could lose its exclusive tag."

    The man of the moment in cricket is definitely spinner Ravichandran Ashwin. "Ashwin achieves rare feat after 105 years" headlines the Statesman. "Ashwin fastest Indian to 150 wickets" writes the Times of India. "Ashwin produces figures of 5 for 51" reports the Economic Times.

    "Two NRI brothers indicted in US for funding Al-Qaeda, had discussed attacks in India" is the lead in the Indian Express. "Gujarat shines at state of the states' awards" writes Mail Today, as it bagged the top position at the Gala in Delhi yesterday.

    And finally, Big Ben in Kolkata? Yes you heard right! Not the real one of course, but a replica of London's iconic clock tower. You can see it while driving from the airport to the city - reports the Business Standard weekend.

Saturday, November 7, 2015

Bihar assembly elections: NDTV exit poll predicts a BJP win with 120-130 seats

Bihar assembly elections: NDTV exit poll predicts a BJP win with 120-130 seats

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

    The exit polls predicting a fierce and close fight between the BJP led NDA and the Grand Aliance in the Bihar assembly elections, another 24 award recepients retruning their national film awards in protest over growing intolerance and the centre hiking the minimum support price for pulses are some lead stories in the papers today.
    "Centre hikes pulses MSP, but experts say, too little too late" writes the Indian Express.
    The Times of India writes that in an unprecedented step, the Supreme Court has decided to seek the views of the general public academicians and lawyers across  the country on how to reform the collegium system.
    The Statesman writes that the Supreme Court has tranferred the disproportionate Assests case against Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister and his wife to the Delhi High Court to protect the institution from embarrasment and to avoid further controversy.
    In a victory for environmentalists the Pioneer reports that the National Green Tribunal has barred the construction of buildings within 200 Meters along the banks of the Ganga in Uttrakhand to protect pollutants from being discharged into the river.
    "Microsoft picks Varanasi for experimental internet pilots" says the Hindu, writing that Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's plans for the ambitious Digital India programme to include an experimental technology pilot in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's constituency.
    The Hindustan Times writes that Nursery admission guidelines in the capital could change this year, again. The government may retain the neighbourhood criteria and do away with all others to simplify the process.
    And Finally, in a boost to make the use of renewable energy more viable, The Times of India writes that we may soon have low cost battery that can store wind and solar energy.

Friday, November 6, 2015

The Bihar Blockbuster: Who Will Get A Thumbs Up?

The Bihar Blockbuster: Who Will Get A Thumbs Up? 

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

    Newspapers today present a mixed bag. On the final day of polling in Bihar, Pioneer writes "Battle of wills in final phase" while Asian Age notes, Election commission bans ads without its nod today.
    Hindustan Times leads with, "Now, Adityanath says Shahrukh speaks Hafiz Saeed's language" while Times of India headlines "BJP MP spews  venom at Shahrukh; party brass frowns at 'such nonsense."
    Statesman quotes Parliamentary Affairs Minister Venkaiah Naidu as saying "government open to debate on tolerance".
    The Hindu cites a report of the Delhi government, saying, 'Police entry into Kerala House was illegal'.
    Indian Express notes on its front page, RBI governor Raghuram Rajan reiterating that India would be "crazy to lose" its biggest advantage and emphasizing the need to keep an open society." The paper also reports the government saying, Media misled people on Moody's report on tolerance.
    Business Standard highlights, "Modi ranks 9th on Forbes' 2015 power list, up 6 places".
    Papers also notice, Maggi sale to restart in November. Business Standard states "Nestle Maggi clears final test but can sell only in four states".
    "Hold your breath, today's air could be season's dirtiest" cautions Hindustan Times while Pioneer reports "Delhi gas for fresh air as particulate matter soars by 35 percent".
    Times of India and Hindustan Times notice on their front page, shopping malls and hospitals in the capital may have to make parking free.
    Times of India reports, sikh war veteran, India born Harijeet Sajjan is Canada's new defence minister.
    Asian Age quotes US first lady, Michelle Obama as saying at the World Innovation Summit for education in Doha, "Change attitudes and outdated laws and let girls grow".
    And finally, Times of India reports, India tops the list of countries of origin for highly skilled migrants to Organization of Economic Cooperation and Development countries, terming it as "Indiaspora rising".

Thursday, November 5, 2015

Bihar Elections 2015: Forget Kejriwal, even Obama can't stop NDA from winning, says Sushil Modi | Latest News & Updates at Daily News & Analysis

Bihar Elections 2015: Forget Kejriwal, even Obama can't stop NDA from winning, says Sushil Modi | Latest News & Updates at Daily News & Analysis:



NEWSPAPER HEADLINES



The Uber cab rapist Shiv Kumar Yadav sentenced to life by a Delhi court is covered prominently by most of the newspapers on their front pages this morning.

Congress president Sonia Gandhi leading a march to Rashtrapati Bhavan to protest against the atmosphere of fear, intolerance and intimidation is another story grabbing headlines this morning. In a related story the Asian Age quotes the union finance minister as saying there is "no intolerance in India"

The Hindustan Times in a front page report writes that a former Rajasthan MLA Gurcharan Chhabra died on Tuesday after fasting for a month demanding a ban on the sale of liquor in the state.

The Hindustan Times reports that the NDA government has accused senior BJP leader Subramanian Swamy of promoting feelings of enmity and hatred between Hindus and Muslims in his book Terrorism in India, saying it contained hate speech. The Times of India also carries this as its lead story.

The Pioneer in its bottom spread carries an interesting story about how Israel is helping Indian farmers prosper. The paper reports that with the help of Israeli agriculture experts, Indian farmers are growing high quality vegetable and fruit crops that are not only fetching them good money but also saving water and expenses on pesticides. Besides they are also experimenting with new variants of vegetables and fruits that can be grown 365 days a year instead of just in a season.

And finally, The Times of India reports that drinking just two glasses of sweetened drinks everyday is linked to a higher risk of heart failure in men, a new study has found.



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Wednesday, November 4, 2015

Shah Rukh lives in India, his heart is in Pak: BJP leader Vijayvargiya

Shah Rukh lives in India, his heart is in Pak: BJP leader Vijayvargiya
NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

    A youth from Bihar being killed in police firing in Nepal, Intelligence reports indicating increased security around India's most wanted man Dawood Ibrahim in Pakistan post the arrest of Mafia Don Chhota Rajan in Bali, and two jawans martyred in Pak shelling in North Kashmir are some front page stories in papers today.
    "Shocked PM raises Indian's death in Nepal-urges Nepalese counterpart to probe killing in police firing", writes the Indian Express.
    Reffering to the deportation of Mumbai underworld don Chhota Rajan from Bali, the Hindu headlines "Rajan may be brought back today-likely to be questioned in New Delhi first."
    On UP Panchayat polls, newspapers say ," Expectations go haywire in UP civic polls," says The Pioneer while The Indian Express writes "BSP stages comeback in UP panchayat polls, leaves SP red-faced."
    In good news for India's banking sector, the Business Standard reports "Moody's gives banks reason to cheer; Upgrades outlook to stable."
    In a story relating to allegations of Nepotism in the Delhi Judicial services exam, the Mail Today headlines - "Supreme Court  to probe if Judges' kids got exam favours", writing that a retired apex court Judge will re-evaluate answer sheets of the Delhi Judicial exam 2014 after complaints of irregularities.
    "Supreme Court hearing on improving Collegium system today - government to push for transparency in appointment of Judges", writes the Indian Express.
    The Hindi daily Hindustan writes that on the advice of Women and Child development minister Maneka Gandhi,  the Registrar General has given directions to all states that the spouses name is now mandatory on the death certificate of the husband or wife. 
    And finally, in heartening news for those requiring pace makers, the Times of India writes that Scientists are developing next generation battery free implantable pace makers that may be powered by an unlikely source - the heart itself. This technology will eliminate Medical risks, costs and inconvenience of having a battery replacement every 5-12 years for millions of people across the world.

Tuesday, November 3, 2015

'Modi has lowered himself to Lalu's rank'

'Modi has lowered himself to Lalu's rank'

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:


    A Facebook post by Finance Minister Arun Jaitley gets prominently noticed on the front pages. The Times of India quotes him as saying "Modi is worst victim of rivals' intolerance". The Asian Age writes "Jaitley hints at further easing of FDI norms".
    The RSS press conference held in Ranchi yesterday gets wide attention. The Pioneer quotes the organisation as saying "Sinister bid to ridicule RSS and Hindu culture". The Hindustan Times writes that the RSS "denies involvement in Dadri, seeking review of reservation policy".
    Taking note of a meeting of writers and artistes in Delhi , the Hindustan Times observes "Writers' meet accuses BJP of manufacturing politics of hate".
    In a front page exclusive, the Hindu, reports "Centre readies blueprint to check IS influence". The paper adds that this model for deradicalisation and    anti radicalisation is based on a presentation from the Telangana police who were able to stop 16 Indians from joining the IS.
     The Hindustan Times in a special front page story states "Army set to punish 4 for encounter killings.    

Monday, November 2, 2015

India’s Raghuram Rajan warns against intolerance

India’s Raghuram Rajan warns against intolerance

TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS:-

    224 killed as Russian plane crashes in Egypt is the headline in most papers, with pictures of distraught, grieving relatives. 'IS claims responsibility' writes The Business Standard. 'Took revenge for strikes in Syria, claims jehadi group in Egypt', says The Pioneer.

    The President pressing for more tolerance, and RBI governor, Raghuram Rajan, joining in the debate figures prominently in the Press. 'End vigilante acts, says Rajan' is The Hindu headline.

    The Hindustan Times, The Asian Age and The Times of India show the Prime Minister, Arvind Kejriwal and other leaders at the 'Run for Unity' event on the 140th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabbhai Patel in Delhi. 'Sardar brings rivals together' is how the Mail Today puts it.

    "Patel overshadows Indira remembrance writes the Hindu, as 31st October is observed as anti -terrorism day in memory of Indira Gandhi who was assassinated on this day. "Bihar votes for 55 seats today says the Times of India. "Ex allies in tough fight in 4th phase writes the Pioneer, adding that stakes are high for BJP and JD(U).

    "J&K to create 3000 govt jobs to lure Pandits" says the Times of India. The paper quoting Farooq Abdullah writes "Indo-Pak deadlock destructive for Kashmir.

    And finally, The Hindustan Times Sunday special says "handwriting schools rise from e-ashes of handwriting institutes which have mushroomed  in Delhi in the last couple of years.  Many people are making a beeline for these as experts believe, excessive use of touch screens and key boards have taken a toll on people's writing.

Sunday, November 1, 2015

New Zealand beat Australia 34-17 to win Rugby World Cup 2015 – as it happened | Sport | The Guardian

New Zealand beat Australia 34-17 to win Rugby World Cup 2015 – as it happened | Sport | The Guardian:



TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS:-

The just released report of global rating agency "Moody's Analytics" which analyzes the recent controversial remarks made by BJP party members, is covered by the Press. "Rein-in hot heads or lose global credibility, Moody's tells Modi". The Indian Express writes that the report also raised questions over the government's ability to deliver on promised reforms.

A report in the Hindu states that the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) will begin consultation on India's membership to the elite group of nuclear export next month, says NSG chairperson. The Economic Times says "Millions More may take wing, courtesy new aviation policy", adding that the proposal seeks to limit fares to rupees 2500 for flight lasting an hour or less.

The Pioneer reports - As the Bihar polls reach its fourth phase, Prime Minister Narendra Modi yesterday took on Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on the 'Bahari' or outsider issue, by asking him if he considered Congress President Sonia Gandhi also a 'Bahari'.

"Supreme Court to hear plea demanding ban on websites hosting Sardar Jokes", -- headlines the Tribune. The PIL was initiated for a ban on about 5000, websites hosting sardar jokes, which created an atmosphere of ridicule against the sikh community and promoted enmity between various sections of society.

Asian Age writes, Mumbai-born music maestro Zubin Mehta has said he failed to understand why artists, writers, filmmakers and other intellectuals were returning their state awards, while suggesting that those protesting against the Govt should engage in a dialogue with it.

The Financial Express writes that the Unique Identification Authority of India has said that 93 per cent of adults in India, voluntarily posses their Aadhar Number. And finally, The Times of India reports "Earthworks found in Kazakhstan deepen ancient mystery", adding that satellite pictures of a remote and treeless northern steppe has revealed colossal earthworks.



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