SP splits as Mulayam acts tough against son Akhilesh

SP splits as Mulayam acts tough against son Akhilesh

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"50 Days after note ban, PM to address nation tomorrow," reports the Financial Express. "Our move made Congress desperate: Modi," quotes The Asian Age. "Jaitley pooh poohs demonetisation critics, says tax collections up," says The Hindu Business Line; "No adverse effects," Hindustan Times quotes the Finance Minister. In a related story, The Times of India headlines, "4 lakh crores of cash deposit so far may be suspect, estimates IT department."
"After government nudge bank set to slash interest rates, will help improve sentiment," is the Economic Times headline. The Business Standard leads with the Financial Stability Report, "RBI raises red flag on bad loans; Risks remain elevated."
Reporting on the Samajwadi Party's internal crisis, The Indian Express says, "Akhilesh revolts, issues own list,". "Akhilesh, Mulayam cross swords," reports The Hindustan Times whereas DNA leads with, "Rift widens in SP".
The Asian Age reports the President's address in Thiruvanathapuram, "Protect freedom to doubt, disagree, dispute," whereas The Indian Express quotes him as saying, "we always celebrate the agrumentative Indian not the intolerant."
The Hindu reports, "Andhra Pradesh village, Mori in East Godavari district, goes digital: 22 multinational companies have come to Mori to make it a smart village says Chandra Babu Naidu."
"Anil Baijal to take Oath as Lieutenant Governor of Delhi on Saturday," mentions Hindustan Times.
The Capital city's "vehicle count said to breach 1 crore mark. Poor public transport behind Delhi vehicle boom," reports The Hindustan Times.
And, finally, in a somewhat dubious honour, "Amla becomes the 10,000th Leg Before Wicket (LBW) victim in the 140-year test history," reports The Hindustan Times. "England's Harry Jupe was the first-ever batsman to fall leg before.

Hyderabad jeweller uses fake receipts to deposit Rs 98 cr in banks, arrested

Hyderabad jeweller uses fake receipts to deposit Rs 98 cr in banks, arrested

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An ordinance being cleared to fines and possible jail term for those holding on the old 500 and 1000 rupees notes, former Home Secretary Anil Baijal being appointed as the next Lieutenant Governor of Delhi and Viral Acharya taking over as new RBI deputy governor for  monitory policy are some lead stories across papers today.
"Hold old notes after March 31, get fined", writes the DNA.
Reporting on the effects of demonetisation, The Hindustan Times writes "Bank queues ease out, ATM's still face rush". The paper writes that temples too are going in for e-wallet, after donations have dipped.
No more Jung as Anil Baijal is LG, says the DNA while the Tribune writes that 70 year  old Mr. Baijal is a 1969 batch IAS officer and has served as union home secretary in Vajpayee Government. The Asian Age opines "New LG's BJP ties may worry govt".
The Pioneer writes that dismissing the possibility of a pre-poll alliance for the upcoming UP elections, Samajwadi Chief Mulayam Singh Yadav has announced a list of 325 candidates out of 403 seats. "Mulayam snubs Akhilesh, rules out poll alliance", says the Hindu.
The DNA has a story on the Indian Air Force helping out to ease the cash Situation writing "Over 600 tonnes and counting, Air Force on mission cash lift".
In a good news for budding entrepreneur's and job seekers, the Financial Express says that the government, is considering a proposal to raise the tax holiday for start ups from the current 3 years and could announce this in the coming budget.
The Times of India writes "Decoded: why robots could beat us at our jobs - humans are easily distracted and find it difficult to focus on work. The paper adds that with dwindling attention spans, the average person today can focus on one task without being distracted for 8 seconds only. 

Boss resigns after overworked employee commits suicide

Boss resigns after overworked employee commits suicide

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"Note ban hit ringleader of thieves,declares Prime Minister"says Hindustan Times. The Asian Age quoting the Prime Minister says "Kala Dhan Kala Mann ruined India".
Rahul Gandhi and Trinamul Congress Chief Mamata Banerjee attacking Modi over demonetisation while the opposition stayed divided is one of the top stories in most of the major dailies this morning."Mamta and Rahul slam Modi government" writes the Statesman. The Times of India quotes the BJP as saying "Congress biggest patron of graft."
Writing on the post demonetisation budget the Times of India says "Budget likely to be taxpayer-friendly".
"To Gain Currency, government's payments platforms to come in New Avatars" notes the Economics Times. The paper writes "the United Payment Interface (UPI), and Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) to be revamped, UPI transaction double to 70K , NPCI wants faster growth."
The Pioneer quoting the Central Industrial Security Force says "91 percent pickpockets on Delhi Metro are women".
"Government will verify if flour, oils and milk are fortified" writes Hindustan Times adding "the move opens the door for introduction of fortified food in government projects such as the mid-day meal scheme in schools".
With Kollam in South India becoming Wi-Fi enabled, the railways has completed the task of equipping 100 stations with free Wi-Fi service across the country by the end of 2016 reports the Financial Express.
"Tribal development remains poor, says Ministry report" notes The Hindu.
Ice skating a major winter attraction of Shimla, kick-started on Tuesday bringing cheer for local enthusiasts and a large number of tourists who have gathered here to usher in the new year reports The Tribune.
And finally, not just what you breathe but what you eat may also put you at risk of developing respiratory disease. Well, Hindustan Times reports a recent study has found that consumption of burgers, oily and fried food, salted snacks, dry fruits and nuts may be associated with asthma.

Demonetization as despotism

Demonetization as despotism

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"Note ban hit ringleader of thieves,declares Prime Minister"says Hindustan Times. The Asian Age quoting the Prime Minister says "Kala Dhan Kala Mann ruined India".
Rahul Gandhi and Trinamul Congress Chief Mamata Banerjee attacking Modi over demonetisation while the opposition stayed divided is one of the top stories in most of the major dailies this morning."Mamta and Rahul slam Modi government" writes the Statesman. The Times of India quotes the BJP as saying "Congress biggest patron of graft."
Writing on the post demonetisation budget the Times of India says "Budget likely to be taxpayer-friendly".
"To Gain Currency, government's payments platforms to come in New Avatars" notes the Economics Times. The paper writes "the United Payment Interface (UPI), and Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) to be revamped, UPI transaction double to 70K , NPCI wants faster growth."
The Pioneer quoting the Central Industrial Security Force says "91 percent pickpockets on Delhi Metro are women".
"Government will verify if flour, oils and milk are fortified" writes Hindustan Times adding "the move opens the door for introduction of fortified food in government projects such as the mid-day meal scheme in schools".
With Kollam in South India becoming Wi-Fi enabled, the railways has completed the task of equipping 100 stations with free Wi-Fi service across the country by the end of 2016 reports the Financial Express.
"Tribal development remains poor, says Ministry report" notes The Hindu.
Ice skating a major winter attraction of Shimla, kick-started on Tuesday bringing cheer for local enthusiasts and a large number of tourists who have gathered here to usher in the new year reports The Tribune.
And finally, not just what you breathe but what you eat may also put you at risk of developing respiratory disease. Well, Hindustan Times reports a recent study has found that consumption of burgers, oily and fried food, salted snacks, dry fruits and nuts may be associated with asthma.

Govt plans ordinance that insulates it from note ban litigations

Govt plans ordinance that insulates it from note ban litigations

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"A month before budget, Jaitley hints at tax cuts," headlines Hindustan Times. "Personal, coporate taxes to come down next year, " opines the Financial Express. "India needs globally compatible tax rates," Business Standard quotes the Finance Minister. Meanwhile, "Stocks buckle under PM's threat of more taxes on stock market transaction; ignore Jaitley plea." reports The Statesman. "Markets spooked by PM's tax talk, Sensex at 5-week low," leads The Financial Express.
"Benami crackdown begins with Maya kin," is the front page report in Mail Today. "104 crore rupees deposited in BSP accounts after note recall," headlines DNA. "Political parties relying on dubious sources of funding." says the paper in a related story.
"Congress runs into opposition in Opposition," reports The Indian Express on the eve of a joint press conference. "Barring TMC, DMK, RJD, other parties say we weren't consulted or informed."
"Agni-V PROPELS India into elite club," reports the  Pioneer. "N-capable ballistic missile with range to reach China successfully test-fired."
"Court grants bail to Tyagi; pulls up CBI over probe for failing to state how much cash was paid to accused and when it was paid," reports The Indian Express.

Hyderabad HC Stays Cock Fights in Andhra Pradesh during Sankranthi

Hyderabad HC Stays Cock Fights in Andhra Pradesh during Sankranthi

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Prime Minister Modi sharing his thoughts and responding to feed back on Demonetisation in his 'Man-ki-Baat' programme on AIR, the Syria bound Russian jet crashing into the Black Sea resulting in 92 deaths, and the popular hill station Shimla celebrating a white Christmas are some front page stories across papers today.
"Modi vows Stiffer Benami Law, offers incentives too- thanks people for giving govt. tip offs on hoarders", headlines the Asian Age while the Hindu writes "Rules tweaked as govt. is sensitive to feed back, (says) Modi".
"As PM urges higher tax from stock market, FM clarifies", writes the Indian Express, while the Business Standard says "FM calms nerves, says no plan to tax market gains".
While many papers are carrying on their front page, picture of  snow clad Shimla and tourists celebrating the welcome snowfall there,  the Pioneer writes "Snowfall in HP, fog gives north India the Shivers".
In disturbing news of adolescent crime, the Times of India writes "2 Mumbai minors kill 3 year old for One Crore ransom".
The DNA reports that hoping to bring Pakistani Punjabi's closer  by reaching out to the wider Punjabi Diaspora and also to counter Pakistan's radio penetration in its territory, All India Radio is planning a special Punjabi service for Pakistan Punjab.
The Hindustan Times writes that India's inland water-ways service is set to get a boost with the centre signing a deal with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for developing ferry services at 18 locations across six cities.
And finally, the Times of India writes "Why Christmas is not so merry of millennials-holidays bring isolation, anxiety and stress" adding that using multiple social media platforms can increase the risk of depression and anxiety by over 3 times, among young adults.

MBA Student Arrested For Spreading 'Dog Meat Biryani' Rumour That Almost Destroyed A Famous Hyderabadi Hotel

MBA Student Arrested For Spreading 'Dog Meat Biryani' Rumour That Almost Destroyed A Famous Hyderabadi Hotel

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address at a rally inaugurating work on a mid-sea memorial to 17th century Maratha king Shivaji near Mumbai has found wide coverage on the front pages of prominent newspapers this morning.
"Will take tough decisions, dishonest to face ruin after Dec 30, says PM Modi week before deadline" says Indian Express. Asian Age writes, "More radical reforms on cards, hints Narendra Modi" while a headline in the Tribune says, "PM: More tough steps in pipeline - ‘It is beginning of fall of dishonest’". "36 minutes of speech, work worth one lakh crore rupees", writes DNA.
Mail Today reports under the headline, "Only 5% of Hawala has survived note ban" that as per operators and probe agencies, money laundering market has taken a massive hit and most agents have shut shop and returned to their home state.
"PM hints at higher taxes on capital markets; true measure of success is the impact in villages, not Dalal Street or Lutyens: Modi" reads a headline in Sunday Business Standard.
Under the headline, "Buzz in Congress on top post for Priyanka", the Asian Age says speculation is rife on Priyanka Gandhi Vadra as general secretary, and of Rahul as president, while Sonia Gandhi will still remain active.
Want better Class 10 score? Be disciplined, punctual. Hindustan Times says that 80% weightage would be given to the written exam and 20% to the school's internal assessment of class 10 students. The paper also reports under the caption, "ADVANTAGE SANSKRIT IN CBSE’S 3-LANGUAGE RULE" that Students of CBSE-affiliated schools in the Capital could have no option but to study Sanskrit if the board gets strict with its three-language formula in the curriculum.
You're likely to live longer if your doctor is a woman! The Times of India reports that a team of Harvard University researchers has found that female physicians go by the rule book.

Anna Hazare attacks Delhi CM for not making donors’ list public

Anna Hazare attacks Delhi CM for not making donors’ list public

A LOOK AT TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
The Revising of Passport rules and its resultant effects, Delhi Lt. Governor Najeeb Jungs resignation and President Pranab Mujherjee giving his assent to the Enemy Property Act ordinance are some front page stories across papers today.
"Tweaked passport rules make Sadhus'  parentage redundant" writes the Hindustan Times, adding that the holy men have been allowed to fill out their passport forms with the names of their spiritual Gurus instead of parents, while the Hindu writes "Passport rules changed to help single mothers, orphaned children."
Under the headline "More Najeeb explains, more speculation rises" the Pioneer writes that a day after he abruptly put in his papers, Delhi's LG Najeeb Jung called on PM Modi to explain the reason for relinquishing office.
"President okays enemy property ordinance but raises questions", says the Indian express, while the Asian Age writes: "Prez irked at ordinance for 5th time, but gives assent."
The Asian Age headlines "End Blockade swiftly, Rijiju warns Manipur - Centre accuses Congress Government in state of inaction, President Rule not ruled out" while the Pioneer writes : MoS Promises Manipur Chief Minister all help to clear supply routes, even by force".
The Hindustan Times writes that major Military reforms are in the offing with defence minister Manohar Parrikar slated to meet PM Modi early next month to discuss the mandate of a proposed Chief of Defence Staff.
The Financial Express reports that Bharti Airtel the country's largest Telecom operator has dragged the Telecom Regulatory Authority  of India to the Telecom Disputes settlement and Appellate Tribunal over the free voice calls allowed to Jio.

Trump receives 'very nice' Christmas letter from Putin

Trump receives 'very nice' Christmas letter from Putin

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Newspapers cover the surprise resignation of Delhi Lieutenant Governor. "Jung over for now," headlines Mail Today. "Najeeb Jung calls it quits. LG says wants to pursue academics" says DNA. "Kejri: I wish him all the best," The Asian Age quotes the Delhi Chief Minister. "Congress cries deal, seeks explanation from Central Government, saying there is more to it than meets the eye," reports The Pioneer.
"Tamil Nadu replaces its chief secretary after I-T raids. Seasoned bureaucrat Dr girija Vaidyanathan, is the new Cheif Secretary," reports The Asian Age.
"Modi hits back at Rahul's allegations of corruption," headlines Hindustan Times. "Trashes message and messenger," reports The Economic Times. "Opposition defending the corrupt," quotes The Tribune. "Where's the earthquake? Modi mocks Rahul," says The Pioneer. "Mock me all you like but answer question on corruption: Rahul," reports Hindustan Times.
Troubled times for TATAs. "Tata, Mistry stare at a long battle, reports DNA. "Company Law Tribunal rejects Mistry's plea to disslove Tata Sons board," says The Hindu Business Line. In another development, "Nusli Wadia ousted from Tata Steel at an extra-ordinary general meeting requisitioned by Tata Sons and other group promoters," notes The Statesman.
"Cashless and worry-free in Andhra Pradesh. A once unbanked village, Kakuturivaripalem, in Prakasam district has gone cashless with all of its 2,209  residents adopting bank accounts and mobile phone," reports The Hindu. "Debit Card on overdrive, up 30% in the first 19 days of December over the comparative period of November," post de-monetization, reports The Financial Express.
Allaying and putting to rest all fears, The Hindu reports, "Not possible to empty toilet tanks mid-air, says airlines, as there are no controls inside the aircraft for doing this."
And finally, "No place to park? you can't buy a car: Government mulling rule," reports The Times of India. "Purchasing a vehicle may become a herculean task soon if you are not able to furnish proof of legal parking space," says The Pioneer.

Mock me if you want, but answer my questions on corruption: Rahul to Modi

Mock me if you want, but answer my questions on corruption: Rahul to Modi

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Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi alleging that prime minister Narendra Modi accepted kickbacks from prominent business houses,some during his tenure as Gujrat chief minister is one of the top stories in most of the dailies this morning."Modi got 9 kickbacks, says Rahul, BJP scoffs at claim"report Hindustan Times. In a related story the Pioneer quoting the BJP writes "Modi as pure as Ganga; copter scam has riled Congress vice president".
Referring to the government withdrawing rules that required bank customers to make deposit of above  5000 rupees, the Business Standard writes "RBI does U-turn on cash deposit curbs". The paper also writes that "KYC customers allowed to deposit any amount, any number of time, Bankers, customers angry over frequent revisions."
"Volume up but value of card transactions falls to 9-month low" leads the Indian Express.
Writing on the ministry of health deciding to hold the national Eligibility cum Entrance test (NEET-UG) from academic year 2017-18 in eight languages The Tribune writes "NEET in Hindi, English, 6 other languages now".
"Government for more power to the National Investigation Agency (NIA), The move could eat, into states rights" notes Hindustan Times.
Most of the papers report of a youth shooting dead a 17-year old girl in parked Mercedes car at Najafgarh, south west Delhi and escaping on Tuesday night.
"Cabinet approves ordinance to pay salaries by cheques" reports The Hindu.
On the much touted Nirbhay land attack cruise Missile designed to carry Nuclear warheads to a strike range of 1000 Kilometers failing on Wednesday, The Times of Indian notes  "Nuclear capable Nirbhay Missile fails test for the fourth time".
"Tamil Nadu chief secretary's premises raided, 18 lakh in cash and gold bars seized" is the lead in The Statesman.
And finally, soon you can charge mobiles with a swipe. The Times of India reports that you may soon be able to charge your smartphones using the motion of a swipe, thanks to a device designed by scientists that could harvest unused mechanical energy from wind, ocean waves and human motion.

PM Modi should follow Advani's lead and resign: Kejriwal after Rahul's Sahara-Birla bribe allegations

PM Modi should follow Advani's lead and resign: Kejriwal after Rahul's Sahara-Birla bribe allegations

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES
Newspapers, this morning, present a mixed bag covering different stories.
On the post - demonetisation scenario, the Hindu quotes the Finance Minister as saying, 'No question will be asked on one time deposits', while the Asian Age cites him, 'Govt on Job, no cash crisis'.
'Cash depositors at wits' end as rules keep on changing', states The Pioneer. The Economic Times leads with, 'Harried Bankers Turn Inquisitors as Customers protest Flip-Flops'.
'PM plans Pre-Budget balm for note ban pain' including sops for farmers and an income tax rate cut, is the lead in the Business Standard.
'Cash no longer realty king; discounts, freebies are in things', observes The Financial Express.
'BJP gets lion's share of donations above Rs. 20K' with Assembly elections round the corner and the UP Chief Minister laid the foundation stone of over 5,500 projects in 6 hours.
'Railways must run like commercial service', the Hindustan Times quotes the Finance Minister hinting at a hike in rail fares.
Brace for a pollution free train ride soon, says DNA as 'Railways to run trains on LNG, cut diesel use by 20 per cent'.
'Bad debt provisioning : RBI urges govt to give full tax deduction to banks' in pre-Budget parleys, reports the Hindu Business Line.
'India ends year on a high with a record streak, writes the Hindu of the Indian Cricket team's emphatic 18-match unbeaten streak to end 2016 as No. 1 in tests.
And finally, 'Kerala finds robotic way to harvest coconuts', to beat the shortage of coconut climbers with Amaran, the robot, reports DNA. 

Berlin terror attack: Police launch new manhunt for armed gunman as only suspect is released

Berlin terror attack: Police launch new manhunt for armed gunman as only suspect is released

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Terror outfit Indian Mujahideen founder Yasin Bhatkal and 4 others being sentenced to death, PF interest rate being cut to 8.65 percent, The Russia envoy in Turkey being shot dead and curbs being put on cash deposits above 5000 rupees in demonetised notes are some front page stories across papers today.
"Government throttles cash deposit - another rider for depositing old notes" writes the Pioneer while The Indian Express says 'Latest communication since November 8th : order 59: Deposit over 5000 rupees in old notes only once; face officers".
Under the headlines "10 thousand rupee penalty for dumping garbage in open", The Hindustan Times writes that people disposing off garbage in the open will have to pay a fine of 10,000 rupees according to a National Green Tribunal announcement yesterday.
Nearly all papers have written about Cyrus Mistry stepping down as Director of Tata Group firms. The Hindu writes that in a surprise move, Mr. Mistry resigned from the board of all publicly listed companies of the TATA group after a bitter 8 week Boardroom battle against Ratan Tata's move to remove him as chairman of Tata sons on October 29th. The Economics Times writes "Mistry says Ta-ta to group companies; plans to take battle to court".
The Times of India writes that weeks after demonetisation in India, Pakistan's senate has passed a resolution seeking withdrawal of 5,000 rupees bills to curb black money.
And finally,According to the Indian Express, in a step towards defining of Freedom of speech for online chat groups, the Delhi high court has held that administers of Whatsapp, Telegraph and similar Social network services cannot be held guilty of defamation of members post libelous or obscene messages. 

Hyderabad blasts: 'Rarest of the rare' case says judge, gives death sentence to 5 IM operatives

Hyderabad blasts: 'Rarest of the rare' case says judge, gives death sentence to 5 IM operatives

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Seeking to ensure transparency, the Election Commission has urged the Centre to amend laws and ban anonymous contributions of Rs. 2000 and above, made to all political parties, The Times of India writes.

India Colts beating Belgium 2-1 to win the Final of the Junior World Champs - after 12 years, is extensively covered. The Tribune writes - in a near perfect hockey match, the junior national team won the title in front of a roaring home crowd, with even the manager Roelant Oltman shouting 'Chak de India' after the victory.

The Asian Age reports that the government has received parliaments approval to increase funding to MGNREGA - India's flagship rural job scheme, by rupees 4,000 crore - a major relief for a large number of demonetization-hit casual labourers and small time workers.

In a move aimed at ridding India's roads of million of old and unworthy vehicles, the Government will soon make it mandatory for automakers and their agents to buy and recycles aging cars, trucks and buses, which are a major source of pollution and smog in the country, reports Hindustan Times.

And finally, The Times of India tells us that animal husbandry research at universities in Mongolia and China have been successful in producing the worlds first cloned goat, which bears superfine and excellent Cashmere wool.

Shocking! Gold worth Rs 2700 crore bought in Hyderabad post-demonetisation

Shocking! Gold worth Rs 2700 crore bought in Hyderabad post-demonetisation

 LOOK AT TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-
The appointment of new Army, Airforce and Intelligence Chiefs is prominently noticed on the front pages. On the appointment of Lieutenant General Bipin Rawat as the new army chief, the Hindustan Times observes "Opposition parties question why senior army contenders ignored".
All the papers have reported on the terrorist attack on an army convoy in Kashmir yesterday. "Three soldiers killed, two injured in Pampore attack" reports the Hindu.
Finance Minister Arun Jaitley's comments regarding the process of remonetization under way at a meeting with industry captains at FICCI gets wide attention. The Asian Age quotes the Finance Minister as saying "All scrapped notes not to be remonetized". Regarding GST rollout the Times of India quotes Mr Jaitley as saying "It can come into effect between April 1 and September 16".
The Supreme Court repudiating a Jammu and Kashmir High Court order which had held that the state had absolute sovereign power to legislate certain laws for its permanent residents is noticed in all the papers. The Asian Age quotes the apex court as saying "No sovereignty for J&K outside constitution".
Two interesting developments in the Augusta Westland Chopper scam case are reported in the papers. On the order passed by Italy's Supreme Court regarding the conviction of former boss of Finmeccanica for false accounting and corruption in the chopper deal, the Pioneer writes "Italy's court suspends conviction of Finmeccanica ex-boss, orders retrial". The Indian Express quotes Chirstian Michel, the alleged middleman in the chopper deal as telling the paper "Pressure to give info on Opposition".
The Hindu in a special story writes that there is a proposal to revise food labelling laws. The paper states "Packaged food labels may soon carry details of salt, sugar content".
The Times of India has some new information on Anne Frank who penned "The diary of a young girl" while hiding from the Nazis. Citing new research, the paper writes "Anne Frank may not have been betrayed suggests new theory".

Militants open fire on Army convoy in J&K's Pampore, 3 soldiers killed

Militants open fire on Army convoy in J&K's Pampore, 3 soldiers killed

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi meeting a delegation of Congress leaders led by party vice president Rahul Gandhi in New Delhi is one of the major stories covered by newspapers this morning. "After quake warning Rahul's Prime Minister meeting rattles party, opposition" says the Indian Express. "Rahul - Prime Minister meet leaves Opposition divided", is the lead in the Asian Age.
Quoting the Prime Minister Hindustan Times writes "Won't harass traders". On cash ban the paper says "Modi points to Indira's refusal to demonetise says Congress puts party above nation".
"Supreme Court says it will not interfere in Govt's note ban decision", states the DNA. "Supreme Court to stay demonitisation", writes the Business Standard adding "But drafts nine questions and refers matter to five-judge constitution bench".
"Last chance for tax cheats", is the lead in the Pioneer. The papers writes "Govt offers 3 months to escape prosecution by paying 50 per cent of illegal wealth to I-T Department".
"Government opens another come-clean account", notes the DNA. The paper states that "Prime Minister's Garib Kalyan Yojana starts today, ends on March31".
"Cash crunch till January, says Govt" reports the Hindu.
On the deadly swine flu making a comeback in the National Capital, the Mail Today writes "Swine flu checks in", adding "In season's 1st outbreak, two patients test positive in AIIMS and one in Safdarjung as RML examines suspected cases".
In some tragic news the Hindu reports 3 students of St. Stephens's College, Delhi drowned in Periyar river in Kerala. A resort owner from Perumbavoor also drowned trying to save them.
And finally, future toys may be controlled by thoughts. Well, the Times of India reports some of the most popular toys on the children's list to Santa on Christmas eve like reomote-operated cars, helicopters and toy robots may soon be controlled via a headset using the power of thoughts, scientists say.

China 'seizes US vessel' in South China Sea

China 'seizes US vessel' in South China Sea

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES
"Parliament winter session on verge of washout" - headlines The Statesman - "Stand off between government and opposition continues", with fierce confrontation over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's demonetisation move.
"Some cash curbs may extend beyond December 30th" is the top headline in The Indian Express. A top government official said - the government could keep restrictions in place till over 3/4th of the 15.44 lakh crore rupees that was circulating before November 8, is fully replenished.
The paper DNA reports that Economic Affairs Secretary Shakti Kanta Das has said that the government is speeding up activity to supply around 50% of the Rs 15.44 lakh crore of demonetised money, in another week or 10 days.
The Tribune says -  the Supreme Court on Thursday banned States and Union Territories from granting licenses for the sale of liquor along National and State highways across the country, noting that drunken driving was the main culprit behind road accidents.
The Hindu top story is SC warns BCCI chief of prosecution, the paper writes Supreme Court found BCCI president Anurag Thakur prima facie guilty of contempt of court and liable to face criminal prosecution for perjury.
And finally, In an another report, The Times of India warns people that using your smart phone in hands-free mode while driving is just as distracting as holding a device.

Evacuation Effort in Aleppo Restarts

Evacuation Effort in Aleppo Restarts

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES
Most papers this morning lead with Rahul Gandhi's allegations against the Prime Minister.
"Rahul faces backlash as he says Modi is 'corrupt' " reports says the Asian Age. The Times of India writes "Angry BJP dares Congress Vice-President to make public his charges against Modi".
The post - demonetization scenario continues to receive prominent attention. 'Purging system, top priority', The Pioneer quotes the Prime Minister.
" 'Drastic' changes in I-T returns will invite scrutiny" informs the Times of India on its front page. "Cooperative Deposits May be Fixed, Suspect Taxmen" is the lead in the Economic Times. The paper also reports "Speed up Assessments, Get Cracking on Probes, I-T  Told".
"Go Cashless at least once next week, send proof : Haryana Govt tells its staff", is a front page story in the Indian Express.
"Cyclone Vardah adds to Chennai's cash misery" disrupting power lines, internet & mobile services, notes the Hindustan Times.
"Pak wary of India's Trump card on NSG", is the lead in DNA, citing Islamabad as saying, stronger nations pressurising others to back New Delhi.
"Elected govt must have power, Supreme Court says about Delhi", reports the Pioneer.
"Najeeb case : High Court orders search by sniffer dogs" notes the Hindu of the missing JNU student.
"SC over-rules HC, says High Court judges can't avoid airport frisking", observes the Indian Express, asserting that security checks before boarding flights should not become an "issue of prestige" or "status".
"Railway's passenger revenue hits 15-year low; 35 per cent drop in earning as passenger turnout plummets by whopping 33.67 per cent", informs the Pioneer.
"In five years, commute times double in Capital", reports the Hindustan Times.
"New cab norms allow surge pricing up to four times", notes the Times of India.
And finally, "Rahman in Oscar race again for his work on Pele biopic", 'Birth of a Legend', states the Asian Age, of the Indian musician, A.R. Rahman, who is already a double Oscar-winner for Slumdog Millionaire.

I have info on personal corruption by PM Narendra Modi: Rahul Gandhi

I have info on personal corruption by PM Narendra Modi: Rahul Gandhi

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES
Junior Home Minister Kiren Rijiju's alleged role in the 450 crore rupees hydropower project scam in his home state Arunachal Pradesh is one of the top stories in most of the dailies this morning. "Rijiju in scam row, denies Congress charge" writes the Statesman. "Congress smells blood as minister Rijiju fights 450 crore rupees scam taint" says, Hindustan Times.
"Despite digital push, government hospitals still in cash mode" writes the Times of India, adding "Delhi a shade better than other states."
"12.4 lakh crore rupees of old notes deposited in banks till December 10th" states Business Standard. "Nearly 80 per cent of old notes turned in" says Business Line.
"CBSE directs 18,000 schools to end cash in fees and salaries" reports Hindustan Times.
On Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani who was killed by the armed forces on July 8, the Indian Express writes, "Jammu and Kashmir government names Burhan brother in compensation list, ally BJP protests."
Most of the papers reports of President elect Donald Trump officially selecting Rex Tillerson the Chief Executive of Exxon Mobil, to be his secretary of state.
Indian Medical students who get their MBBS degrees from foreign universities may now have an opportunity to work in India without giving their exams here, according to a proposal sent by the Union health ministry to the Medical Council of India, reports the Asian Age.
And finally, world record in the making as spirit moves 'dry' Bihar. Well, the Pioneer reports that 3000 kilometer long world's largest human chain to be formed with 2 crore people taking part on January 21st in Bihar to kick off second phase of campaign in support of liquor prohibition in the State.

Uber CEO inaugurates motorcycle-share service in Hyderabad

Uber CEO inaugurates motorcycle-share service in Hyderabad

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Cyclone Vardah battering the Chennai coast, India winning fifth cricket test series in a row and Cyrus Mistry being removed as director of TATA Industries are some lead stories across papers today.
"Vardah fury hits Tamil Nadu", writes the DNA while the Asian Age adds that the cyclone has left a 174 km trail of massive destruction between Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh.
The Hindu writes that after making the Aadhaar card mandatory for all candidates appearing for the Joint Entrance Examination JEE to check impersonation, the government is considering extending the requirement to other competitive examinations.
The Pioneer writes that in what could be a big blow to Indian students, the British government is finalising plans to cut annual student visa figures by nearly half, from the current 300,000 to 170,000.
In more visa related news, the Hindu writes that a new internship visa approved by the Union Cabinet has no "restricted category" as India wants to let foreigners gain professional experience in the country.
Under the headline "IMF Chief goes on trial in French Court" the Asian Age reports that the International Monetary chief Christine Lagarde went on trial yesterday over a massive state payout to a flamboyant tycoon when she was Finance Minister, in a case that risks tarnishing her stellar career.
In good news for those looking at buying a house of their own, the Financial Express writes that weak property prices and low mortagage rates are combining to push up afford ability levels of consumers to a near decade high.
Out of garbage? Sweden wants your trash!" says the Hindustan Times. The paper writes that Sweden has run out of garbage and has been forced to import rubbish from other countries to keep its state-of-the-art recycling plants going.
And finally, Blame it on a busy family life or a bid to impress the boss: Indians are the fourth most vacation deprived people in the world, writes the Times of India.

Cyclone Vardah: Normal life hit in Tamil Nadu, schools, colleges to remain shut on Tuesday

Cyclone Vardah: Normal life hit in Tamil Nadu, schools, colleges to remain shut on Tuesday

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Stories related to demonetisation & Tata-Mistry feud continue to hog space on the front pages of prominent dailies. "20,000 tonnes of currency paper to be imported soon, 9 firms on radar" says the Indian Express. "To cull black cash, banks told to scan all deposits" reports Asian Age. Hindustan Times writes Prime Minister Narendra Modi has promised to defeat corruption and nab illegal cash hoarders in three months.
The government plans to make it mandatory for payments to be made only through cheque or directly into their bank accounts, against the current practice of paying cash, reports the Times of India.
The Economic Times writes that mutual funds may either back interim chairman Ratan Tata or abstain in Group Cos' EGM Vote.
Under the caption, "Pak. trying to divide India", the Hindu reports that Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh has accused Pakistan of “conspiring” to divide India along religious lines and warned the neighbouring country, that it would be “splintered” into 10 nations if it failed to quell terrorism.
DNA reports under the headline, "Modi defeats fog by addressing rally on cell phone", that the foggy weather condition could not deter Mr. Modi from addressing the crowds at Bahraich over cell phone from Lucknow.
The Times of India says the health ministry has recommended recognising “failure of contraceptive and “unplanned pregnancy“ as lawful reasons for abortion among all women, married or otherwise as against the present law which recognises these two reasons for abortion only in case of “married“ women.
And finally, workers are 30% less likely to call in sick if they know that their absence will cause difficulties for colleagues, claims a study by researchers from the University of Aberdeen and the University of Bath which shows how our relationships with colleagues play an equally significant role in our decision-making, reports the Times of India.

TN,AP braces for impact of 'Vardah'; schools closed in 4 dists

TN,AP braces for impact of 'Vardah'; schools closed in 4 dists

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Former Indian Air Force chief S.P Tyagi saying that PMO was part of Agusta move during UPA regime makes for a front page story in The Tribune.
Prime Minister flays opposition, defends note ban reports the Asian Age. The Financial Express quotes Prime Minister Narender Modi saying cash crunch to ease after 50 days.
The Chief Minister panel on digital payment has asked government to roll out a more user friendly version of USSD *99# on mobile for making cashless payment, reports Pioneer.
Niti Aayog has proposed weekly and quarterly lucky draws for all electronic transactions to push the government ambition's of cashless economy plan, is a Hindustan Times report.
Sasikala gets full backing, set to lead AIADMK is an Asian Age headline. 280 people died of shock over former Chief Minister Jayalalithaa's death, it adds.
US President elect Donald Trump has a new slogan "Buy American, Hire American, thus threatening H-1B visa holders report many papers.
"Cut off Manipur has bigger worries than demonetization", headline The Hindu pointing to an acute shortage of essential goods after November 1 clamp down by United Naga Council.
Delhi Metro card limit being revised to 2,000/- / External Affairs Minister Ms Sushma Swaraj's having undergone a successful kidney transplant  / Singer Hans Raj Hans joining BJP / Now a 3D printed affordable prosthetic hand / Aadhaar number a must for JEE applicants  and a Delhi professor offering a kidney to a bus cleaner in Delhi are some of the other stories covered by various newspapers today.
And finally, Times of India reports of a Class VI Jamshedpur girl MONDRITA Chatterjee who used her pocket money to construct toilets for poor people and has being thus recognised by the Chhattisgarh government. 

Bulk cash seizures rise: Rs 31 crore in new notes seized in 4 separate incidents

Bulk cash seizures rise: Rs 31 crore in new notes seized in 4 separate incidents

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Demonitisation and its effects continue to dominate newspapers today. "Government stalls debate to avoid opposition fire; Supreme Court turns up the heat," headlines the Hindustan Times. "All will be fine in 20 days: Government to Supreme Court" reports DNA. " There will be an earthquake if I speak on note ban," The Statesman quotes Rahul Gandhi. "Rich  hauls in crackdown on graft," is the lead in The Pioneer. "Demonetisation a digital detergent," claims Niramala Sitharaman. "Alarm bells over return of tax Inspector Raj," opines The Indian Express. "No money in ATM but lots being seized," says The Times of India.
"Agusta chopper lands ex-IAF chief Tyagi in jail" headlines DNA. "First Services ex-chief to be arrested," notes The Times of India. "Tyagi arrest puts Congress in corner again," says the paper.
"Support for Shashikala in AIADMK," reports The Hindu after "a section of leaders in the party on Friday openly hailed her as the natural political heir of late Chief Minister Jayalalithaa."
"Justify appointment of CBI chief," The Tribune quotes the Supreme Court, which issued a notice to the government following a  PIL filed by NGO Common Cause.
"CBI chargesheet against Marans," The Asian Age reports. Dayanidhi Maran "allegedly operated an illegal BSNL exchange for the benefit of his brother's SUN TV network.
"South Korean Parliament impeaches President over acts of corruption; Court to decide: PM in charge," writes The Statesman.
And finally, making the best of the worst, The Times of India reports, "Sweden uses waste to produce energy that goes into the national network to heat homes. Sweden is so good at recycling that it imports rubbish from other countries to keep its recycling plants going." Worth emulating, isn't it?

Former IAF chief Tyagi arrested in chopper scam

Former IAF chief Tyagi arrested in chopper scam

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President Pranab Mukherjee castigating lawmakers for disrupts in Parliament, is given prominence by the papers this morning. The Statesman writes "In a stinging attack on the Opposition over Parliamentary paralysis, the President said the House is not a place for dharna and disruption - which is totally unacceptable in the Parliamentary system, amounting to the gagging of the majority by the minority". He said this while speaking in New Delhi on Electoral Reforms for a Stronger Democracy.
The govt hard-selling cashless trade is also given prominence by all papers. "To boost cashless India, govt offers incentives to go digital" - is the top headline in The Asian Age. "It pays to swipe the card" headlines The Indian Express. Govt pushes move from cash to digital by offering a slew of measures including discounts on petrol and deisel, suburban railway tickets and insurance policy from state owned companies, if purchased though electronic means.
Hindustan Times quotes Rahul Gandhi 'PayTM is pay to Modi!'
The Prime Minister has roped in Nandan Nilekani as a committee member in a project to map a path to digital payments, trying to end India's, especially rural India's dependence on cash transactions, reports the papers "DNA" Money.
Statesman quotes President on its front page 'Parliamentarians are meant to transact and not disrupt business.'
"Triple Talaq cruel, Muslim women suffer bias says Allahabad High Court", headlines The Times of India. Making an observation that a Muslim husband enjoys an arbitrary unilateral power to inflict instant divorce" Justice Suneet Kumar said personal laws of any community cannot claim supremacy over the rights granted to individuals by the Constitution.
And finally, Times of India reports that according to assistant professor Mainak Mookherjee of Florida State University "A trove of water, as much as is found in all our Oceans combined, is locked 400 kms deep beneath the Earths surface".

హైదరాబాద్ లో కుప్పకూలిన భవనం

హైదరాబాద్ లో కుప్పకూలిన భవనం

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"RBI holds interests rates, cuts growth forecast to 7.1%," is the lead story in Hindustan Times. "Demonetisation has put 11.5 lakh crore rupees back into the banking system: says Urijit Patel" reports Daily News and Analysis (DNA). The Economic Times describes it as "Patel's Big Bank Surprise after Modi's Big Ban reform."
"Home sales crashing," reports Mail Today in a related story. "Property registration sees dramatic dip in November following the Centre's demonetisation."
"PM's fresh appeal to end deadlock," notes The Statesman. "Opposition-Government near compromise on winter session," says Hindustan Times.
The Times of India quotes the Chief Election Commissioner, "Over 1900 parties in India; 400 never fought polls. They could be conduits for black money." Hindustan Times reports, "A new party formed every other day to launder money."
And finally, on a hopeful note, "Google to switch to green energy entirely in 2017," reports the Times of India. "Last year, Google consumed as much energy as the city of San Francisco." 

'No survivors' after plane crash in northern Pakistan mountains

'No survivors' after plane crash in northern Pakistan mountains

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Papers widely cover Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa's last journey with photographs.
'Tamil Nadu bids a calm, tearful farewell as Jaya is laid to rest next to MGR grave' is the Times of India headline. 'Sea of mourners bids Jaya goodbye', writes the Hindustan Times, noting she became the third Chief Minister from her state to die while in office, touching another common chord with her mentor MGR, and his mentor CN Annadurai, who formed the DMK.
'President, Prime Minister, Chief Ministers, Opposition: death blurs the political divide', observes the Indian Express. The Hindu notes, 'Chennai shuts, but Amma Canteens feed the hungry', free of cost. The Financial Express says, 'State to miss Jayalalithaa's aggressive industrial push'.
'Government may take Ordinance Route to Cancel Unreturned currency', which the Reserve Bank can pay the Government as dividend, reports the Economic Times.
'Note ban impact: Sensex set to miss year-end target' of crossing 30,000 in 2016, states the Business Standard.
'As prices head south, tur dal farmers seek Centre's support' to stabilise prices, informs the Hindu Business Line.
The Hindustan Times reports, '92-km high-speed railway link between Delhi-Meerut cleared', which would enable commuters to cover the distance in 48 minutes, five years from now.
'No crane big enough to lift tilted warship, foreign help sought', a day after warship INS Betwa toppled at the naval dockyard at Mumbai, writes the Times of India.
'280 choppers grounded to conduct safety checks', reports a Hindustan Times exclusive of Cheetah and Chetak helicopters, the lifeline of troops in high-altitude areas like Siachen glacier.
And finally, a 'Labour of love! Shola reborn on bare Palni Hills', says the Pioneer of a rare and endemic ecosystem in the Western Ghats that inspired a British couple to transform acres of barren land into pristine grasslands and forests.

Trump says Air Force One Boeing order should be cancelled

Trump says Air Force One Boeing order should be cancelled


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"Heart Break at midnight" - headlines Mail Today as Chief Minister Jayalalithaa passed away last night after a massive heart attack in Chennai. "Tamil Nadu orphaned as Amma Passes away" - writes the Pioneer. Hindustan Times writes 'Jayalalithaa's death came only months after she won an unprecedented sixth term in the assembly polls.
On the question of successor for J Jayalalithaa - the Hindu writes - leader O Panneerselvam, Jayalalithaa's trusted loyalist,  was elected leader of the Legislature Party, shortly after Monday midnight and sworn in as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.
"Panneerselvam is Chief Minister but behind the throne is Sasikala" - headlines the Indian Express. Jayalalithaa close friend Sasikala Natarajan is likely to take control of the AIADMK either as new general secretary - or she will appoint  a leader to the post. A state minister ruled out any threat to the AIADMK - the 3rd largest party in Parliament with a total of 50 MPs in both Houses.
The Times of India notes that External Affair Minister Sushma Swaraj is likely to undergo a kidney transplant at the Delhi AIIMS next week. Hospital sources said a pre-transplant process is complete and she is fit to undergo the life-saving procedure.
A front page article in Business Standard reports that the government expects this financial year's second and final Black Money Disclosure Scheme to get twice the amount declared under the previous scheme,  which ended on September 30th this year. The informal target this time round is believed to be between 1.3 lakh crore and Rupees 1.5 lakh crore.
The Tribune writes all toll plazas on national highways will recieve payment through credit or debit cards and e-wallet henceforth, besides accepting old notes of Rupees 500 in special cases till December 15.

Jayalalithaa passes away after 75 days in hospital

Jayalalithaa passes away after 75 days in hospital

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"Ghani tears into Pak on terror, lavishes praise on friend modi" is the Asian age headline, "referring to the Heart of Asia conference in Amritsar where 45 countries and international organisations attended 2 days of deliberations.
The Pioneer headlines "Jaya's life hangs in balance thousands of AIADMK workers including a large number of women have poured into Chennai from all parts of Tamil Nadu.
"6 out of 6 Indian women lift Asia Cup" again is the caption for a colorful picture of Indian women Cricket team in the Times of India which beat Pakistan in Asia cup final in Bangkok. Indian women picked up tittle for 6th time in a row says the report.
The Centre proposes to amend the law on motor vehicles to include a choice for voluntary organ donation in new or renewed driving licenses, reports the Hindu.
An Indian-origin student has sued Oxford University for 1 million pounds for boring teaching of modern history resulting in his getting 2nd class degree is a front page news in Times of India.
The Hindu carries a colorful picture of Artists performing during the international GEETA mahotsav in Kurukshetra yesterday, another picture of children marks the death anniversary of Guru Teg Bahadur yesterday.
A Drunk wedding guest shooting dead a dancer in Bathinda/67.4 kg gold missing from Delhi Airport in 7 months/after Cricket, Kabaddi and Yoga to get a league of its own/Mumbai formerly declaring 2 lakh crore holding are some of the other stories covered by newspapers today.

Jayalalithaa suffers cardiac arrest, crowds throng Apollo

Jayalalithaa suffers cardiac arrest, crowds throng Apollo

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Stories related to demonetisation are splashed on the front pages of prominent dailies. "PM: Will find way to give black money in Jan Dhan accounts to poor; Launderers Will Be Sent To Jail", reads a Times of India headline. "Don't touch money in Jan Dhan accounts: PM", reports the Hindu.
The Indian Express says Mr. Modi addressed the issue of people queuing up for money but said this would be the last time Indians would have to stand in a line. Hindustan Times quotes PM Modi saying “I have no other high command. The people of the country are my high command.”
Under the headline, "This wedding season, click with e-tailers, digital wallets" the Financial Express says, from digital shaguns, shopping to honeymoon travel, special online ‘wedding stores’ are helping people go cashless.
"Banking on robots a reality soon" - under this caption, the Financial Express says, in the chaos after demonetisation, many would have wished for robots in banks. That wish just might be coming true, as banks introduce artificial intelligence.
CEC Nasim Zaidi says the Election Commission is working towards a “comprehensive review” of the election laws as it is “eagerly awaiting” government’s response on its slew of proposals to decriminalize politics and cleanse political funding, reports Sunday Pioneer.
The Statesman reports that the government is planning to skill 25 lakh persons-with-disabilities or Divyangs by 2022 with the objective of creating more job opportunities.
And finally, Smartphones are helping rural women get better at business. The Times of India writes that Self-help groups and small farmers are using apps and social networks to sell everything from cattle to homemade chocolate.

PM Narendra Modi Urges People To Go Digital, Says Even Beggar Using Swipe Machine

PM Narendra Modi Urges People To Go Digital, Says Even Beggar Using Swipe Machine

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Finance Minister, speaking at a function in New Delhi, said on Friday that recall of old 500 and 1,000 rupees notes will cause just three months of disruption before yielding substantial benefits for the economy, reports The Hindustan Times. The move will prove a windfall and after a quarter or so - banks, flush with money from new deposits, will be able to give social, infrastructure, industrial and trade loans at lower rates. "Jaitley predicts a bigger, cleaner economy, more money in banks and a wider tax base in a year", headlines the paper.
The return to serpentine lines of vehicles at tolling booths - leads The Indian Express to highlight the benefits of E-tolling, which will eliminate not only pollution - due to idling of engines, but also saving of much fuel and time.
The Times of India reports in its top story that the controversial 'odd-even' formula for private cars can be automatically enforced in Delhi and all construction activities halted - if air pollution breaches the PM2.5 emergency levels of 300 micro grams per cubic meter, for 48 hours at a stretch. This follows the Supreme Court's acceptance of the Centre's Graded Action Plan on Friday.
And finally, Scientists have found that amputees who played computer games using a virtual, on screen arm, experienced relief from the phantom rain that often a affects people who have lost a limb.

The years of calm are over. In Donald Trump we’ll have a child at the White House

The years of calm are over. In Donald Trump we’ll have a child at the White House

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The first pay day after demonitisation is the subject of the lead story in most newspapers. "Frustration up as banks ration cash," notes The Statesman. "Salary woes on pay day" says Hindustan Times. "Situation better in Mumbai," reports The Hindu. "It's regulation not deprivation, government tells Supreme Court" while defending the scrapping of 500 and 1000 rupee notes. The Indian Express headlines, "Parliament frozen, two House-panels to call RBI Governor, Secretaries to explain impact". Meanwhile the Financial Express reports, "Auto sales beat note ban blues" with most passenger vehicle manufacturers posting double digit sales growth in November. "Veggie wholesale rates crash; retail prices only dip in cities" says Times of India.
The Asian Age in its front page story reports, "Won't accept terror as 'new normal'. India said on Thursday that it would 'never accept continued terrorism as the new normal of the bilateral relationship' with Pakistan, adding talks cannot take place in such an atmosphere."
Whereas The Statesman reports, "Trump lauds Sharif and offers to play any role in helping Pakistan address its problems,"Hindustan Times says "Trump punctures Sharif's 'flowery' deion of call," with "a transition team official calling Pakistan's account of the conversation as 'inappropriate'."
"RJio extends free launch to March 31st, calling it RJio's Happy New Year offer," is the lead story in the Financial Express."Digital wallet push accompanies offer."
"After Opec deal to cut crude output to help clear a glut, oil hits 6-week high" reports the Asian Age.
"Centre planning to split Coal India into 7 companies?" asks the Asian Age reporting that "Senior Indian government officers are recommending the break up of the country's coal monopoly, Coal India Limited within a year."
"Srinagar-Banihal train services back" reports The Statesman after remaining suspended for about five months due to turmoil in the valley.
And finally, "Yoga stretches its way into UN 'intangible heritage' list" in what India terms a 'diplomatic triumph'. "This declaration of Yoga as a 'Human treasure' enjoyed the unanimous support of a 24-member inter-committee ."

Dr.Reddy's launches cycle share programme in Hyderabad

Dr.Reddy's launches cycle share programme in Hyderabad

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The Supreme court asking all cinemas to play the national anthem before a film is screened makes for front page news in all the dailies this morning. Quoting the Supreme Court The Statesman writes "National Anthem must in Cinema halls." "Supreme Court makes national anthem mandatory in cinema halls" writes the Hindu adding "Doors must be closed while it is played and all should stand up."
Writing on the payday chaos Hindustan Times writes "Note scarcity bites on payday." On the cash shortage the paper writes "Banks seek protection, companies give day off, public anger erupts at several places." "Banks brace for payday chaos" says Asian Age adding "RBI trying to rush more cash, crunch likely to last 7-10 days."
Quoting the Prime Minister Narendra Modi the Economic Times writes " Tell People Cash Crunch will Crush Culprits". The paper writes that "Core team to inform citizens about social, cultural benefits of demonetisation."
Referring to the gross domestic product (GDP) growth the Business Standard notes "GDP grows 7.3 % in quarter 2 but slowdown looms." The paper writes "Demonetisation impact weighs on governments target; RBI panel faces rate cut pressure."
On the Union Governments assistance to displaced families from Pakistan occupied Jammu and Kashmir and the Chhamb Niabat The Tribune writes "Families displaced from Pakistan occupied areas to get rupees 2000 crore. Rupees 5.5 lakh for each in Prime Ministers J&K package."
"India inks 5 thousands crore deal with US for 145 howitzers" reports the Times of India.
On the Uri Attacks The Indian Express writes "Data from seized GPS set shows Uri attackers did travel from Pakistan.
"Rahul's Twitter account hacked" informs the Asian Age about congress vice president Rahul Gandhi who's account was hacked multiple times on Wednesday evening with the series of offensive and abusive tweets appearing on his timeline.
"Japan may hire a Lakh Indians for Olympics" is the banner headline in the Mail Today. The paper says "Modi-Abe bond likely to bring job bonanza for Indian workers in run-up to 2020 Tokyo Games."
And finally, sleepy workers are taking a big bite out of GDP. Well, The Times of India reports sleep-deprived workers are costing developed nations billions of dollars each year, according to a new study. The calculation is based on tired employees being less productive or absent from work altogether.

Pilot told Colombia controllers 'no fuel' before crash

Pilot told Colombia controllers 'no fuel' before crash

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Yet another terror attack in Jammu & Kashmir, and the continuing after-effects of the cash crunch, dominate the press this morning.
"Terrorists kill 5 Jawans, 2 officers after storming Army base near Jammu" is the Hindustan Times headline. "No lessons learnt from past attacks" writes the Times of India. The Indian Express says, "Intelligence warned of imminent attack, spotlight now on poor security at camps".
"Business of terror intact as Pak Army changes hands" reports the Pioneer, of new Army Chief, General Bajwa taking charge on Tuesday.
"Payday chaos set to break out" observes the Hindustan Times. The Economic Times notes, "With RBI 'Rationing' cash, Queues Unlikely to Shorten Quickly".
"Cash crunch causes economic engines to sputter" writes the Hindu Business Line, of Fitch lowering GDP growth forecast to 6.9 per cent for F Y 2017, that may prompt the RBI to advance an anticipated rate cut to December.
"Declare all bank transactions post-ban: PM to BJP lawmakers" is the lead in the Hindu. The Pioneer writes "Lead by example on probity, PM exhorts BJP MPs, MLAs".
"Old Cash Crunched to Make Plywood" is an interesting story in the Economic Times, of a Kerala company buying shredded notes to mix with wood chips to make fibrous pulp.
"Air Crash kills dream of team that defied odds" as "Plane crashes with Brazilian footballers: 75 die, 6 survive" covers the Asian Age.
"Indian -origin doctor in Trump's 'dream team'  "informs the Tribune, of Indian-American, Dr. Seema Verma.
Facebook is testing WiFi hotspots across villages and small towns in India to provide free internet access, is a front page story in the Hindustan Times.
"Emma, last person to see three centuries, turns 117" writes the Tribune, of the eldest of eight children who has outlived all her younger siblings, saying the secret to her longevity appears to lie in eschewing usual medical wisdom.
And finally, the Hindu reports, you could breeze through security at airports, if you are able to prove to the government in advance that you are a 'low-risk' passenger.