Watch: Hafiz Saeed blames 'friendship' between Modi and Trump for house arrest!

Watch: Hafiz Saeed blames 'friendship' between Modi and Trump for house arrest!

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
Most newspapers have prominently featured the poll alliance in Uttar Pradesh between Samajwadi Party and Congress. "Rahul, Akhilesh wheel out anti-BJP 'sangam'" is how the Hindustan Times describes it.
The Times of India describes a rare clash between the RBI and the EC under the headline "RBI shrugs off EC order on cash, panel says fall in line".
The Tribune reports that given the huge amount of illicit liquor seized in Punjab in the last month, the EC has asked officers to provide live feed of raids at such liquor vends.
The Pioneer reports the PM's statement in yesterday's Mann ki Baat where he has urged students to smile more to score more. "Treat exams as festival, not test of life.", says the Prime Minister reports the Times of India.
The Asian Age quotes the Army chief as having attributed the recent avalanches in J&K to global warming and Pak shelling.
The DNA says that Rajghat entrances now display 30 famous and inspiring quotations by Bapu.
The Business Line reports that as part of its digital push, the government is exploring options to ensure that the money in your mobile wallets is insured.
Under the headline "Delhi airport joins the 50 million club", Business Standard informs us that Delhi Airport handled nearly 56 million passengers last year and joined the ranks of some of the busiest international airports like Bangkok, Singapore and JFK.
And finally, if you have an email id and don't check it regularly, this Hindustan Times exclusive will make you sit up. The paper reports that a key amendment in law could result in summons in civil matters being served through email.

Trump executive order: White House stands firm over travel ban

Trump executive order: White House stands firm over travel ban

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
BJP's poll manifesto released yesterday for the forthcoming Uttar Pradesh assembly polls grabs front page attention. "UP manifesto : BJP promises Ram temple, 1 GB free data" reports the Hindu. The Indian Express writes "In its manifesto of promises, BJP raises 'exodus' from west UP".
US President Donald Trump's executive order imposing travel restrictions is the front page lead in many papers. The Times of India writes "US bars entry from 7 Muslim nations, tech giants spooked". On the criticism of the ban order by the CEO's of tech giants Facebook and Google, the DNA reports "Zuckerberg, Pichai lead opposition to Trump's immigration order".
In poll season, the Election Commission's communication to the central government on the model Code of Conduct is widely noticed. The Indian Express quotes the EC as telling the government "Certain decisions disturb level playing field, check with us : was surprised over Budget announcement, Combined commanders meet".
In a special front page story captioned "New policy to change the way India prepares for war", the Tribune writes that the Defence Ministry has okayed a policy to maintain total military readiness for a minimum of 10 days, indicating the possibility that future conflicts could be short, swift and sudden.
Reactions to the attack on film director Sanjay Leela Bhansali on the sets of his new film Padmavati by a group claiming to represent the Rajput community are prominently noticed in the press. The Indian Express writes "Film industry asks government to take action". The Times of India quotes the film maker as saying "Attack was uncalled for".
The death of Sunanda Pushkar, the wife of Congress leader Shashi Tharoor continues to remain a mystery. Quoting the findings of a medical panel formed to look into the cause of her death, the Times of India reports "The cause of Sunanda's death unknown".
And finally....the Tribune reports that now you will be able to track the nutritional value of what you eat through a mobile app to be launched by the Union Health ministry which will provide authentic nutritional values of over 500 Indian foods.

U.P. manifesto: BJP promises Ram temple, 1 GB free data

U.P. manifesto: BJP promises Ram temple, 1 GB free data

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
The war of words between the BJP and Congress has been widely covered on front pages of prominent newspapers. "PM raises poll heat: Congress opportunist, will join any pact to survive", reads a headline in the Indian Express. "Rahul calls Badals corrupt, raps PM for backing SAD" says the Pioneer. Hindustan Times writes that Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi and Prime Minister Narendra Modi traded barbs over drug abuse in Punjab, setting the tone for a potentially fiery campaign over the divisive issue ahead of next month’s assembly polls in the state.
The Hindu reports that the Commission of Railway safety has not found any evidence of sabotage in the November 20 derailment of the Indore-Rajendranagar Express and has identified 'carriage and wagon defects ' as the prime reason for the accident which resulted in the most number of casualties in a train accident in over a decade.
Government will soon roll out Aadhaar Pay service that will enable people to make and receive payments using their Aadhaar number and biometrics, reports the Asian Age. With this, people will not require to carry their phone for payments. They can visit any merchant, share their Aadhaar number and verify themselves using biometrics to pay and receive money.
DMRC has decided to rejig the Delhi Metro app to allow financial transactions. This could enable passengers to buy tokens or top-up their smart cards.Currently , the app only provides information on train routes, nearest station, train timings, etc., reports the Times of India.
Activists of a fringe group stalled the shooting of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's historical film Padmavati at Jaigarh Fort in Jaipur by assaulting the filmmaker and vandalising the sets, reports the Hindu.
And finally, Can women be brilliant? Little girls are not so sure. The Times of India reports a study which suggests that girls as young as 6 can be led to believe men are inherently smarter and more talented than women.

President Trump's daily routine: Twitter, cable TV and plotting to change America

President Trump's daily routine: Twitter, cable TV and plotting to change America

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES,
Newspapers today carry stories and photographs of the Republic Day parade in New Delhi. "Maa Tujhe Salaam, says nation on 68th Republic Day" reports the Pioneer. "Thousands brave rain to witness display of India's military might," The Indian Express calls it "The Public Day". " NSG commandos leave Rajpath in awe," leads Hindustan Times. "24 mm rain: wettest January day in the city this century," reports Times of India.
The day also had its share of mishaps. "Tragedy in Kashmir on Republic Day avalanche kills 10 solders," reports Hindustan Times. "On Republic Day, 9 Ulfa blasts rock Assam and Manipur", notes The Asian Age.
An India Today-Karvy survey shows majority support for note ban, steep rise in PM and NDA's popularity. "Note or vote: India banks on Modi" is the front page story in Mail Today.
"Sena rules out alliance with BJP in civic polls" reports The Pioneer quoting Uddhav Thackeray, "We would not like to be at the mercy of any political party."
"Without naming Pakistan, UAE slams state-backed terror," reports the Times of India. "Joint statement with India highlights responsibility of States to control Acts of so-called non-state actors."
"UAE to invite Indian company for upstream oil and gas investments in Abu Dhabi, giving the country a rare chance to be involved in the hydrocarbon sector of the Oil rich region," reports Economic Times.
The Pioneer pays tributes in its anchor story to the Russian Ambassador to India who died yesterday: "Kadakin: Russian with Indian heart," saying he was "the longest serving Russian ambassador to India."
In an interesting first, the Times of India reports, "People in Ludhiana bring out manifesto for parties. Members of city-based NGOs have come forward to raise the residents' demands with politicians."
And, finally, with rain pouring down on the capital, the Times of India reports of "An umbrella drone, a semi autonomous invention," by a UK company, "that will hover over you, following your every movement via GPS in your smart phone, to ensure the umbrella protects you without you needing to hold it."

Mexican president cancels Trump summit

Mexican president cancels Trump summit

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES
The President's address to the Nation on the eve of 68th Republic day, Padma Award annoucement, controversial remarks by politicians Sharad Yadav and Vinay Katiyar, and India and the UAE inking 14 agreements are some of the main stories this morning.
"Padma for Murli Manohar Joshi and Sharad Pawar" headlines the Asian Age. On gallantry list, Army man who carried out LOC strike" writes The Indian Express.
Hindustan Times writes, senior BJP leader Vinay Katiyar sparked a storm of critcism on Wednesday when he said he had "more beautiful" campaign than Priyanka Gandhi Vadra while The DNA writes "Sexism: Will politicos mind their language?"
India and the UAE yesterday signed 14 pacts in key areas like defence security, trade and energy apart from a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement and Prime Minister Narendra Modi declaring that cooperation stands poised for a major take off." India UAE become strategic partners, call for end to terror" headlines The Statesman.
"Trump preparing to set up Fortress USA?" questions The Statesman. The paper writes Donald Trump is facing a preemptive backlash over his reported plans for a ban on people from seven muslim-majority countries entering the USA.
Tamil Nadu's Jallikattu law faces challenge in Supreme Court- headlines The Hindu. The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a plea by the Animal Welfare Board of India, Compassion Unlimited Plus Action and animal rights activists to stay the Bill passed recently by the State Assembly.
The Times of India reports, 'resurrecting the Bofors ghost, a recently declassified CIA report said Sweden stopped investigations into alleged bribery in the Howitzwer deal in 1998 to spare former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi from embarassment.'
And finally, The Times of India writes that pre-historic otters may have been of the size of a modern wolf, say scientists who have discovered a 6.24 million year old fossil of one of the largest otter species known to science.

#APDemandsSpecialStatus Don't pull back those coming for ''jallikattu type'' agitation, says Pawan Kalyan

Don't pull back those coming for ''jallikattu type'' agitation, says Pawan Kalyan

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES
Trump calls up Modi, has 'Great Conversation' , their first after the new US head of state took office, reports the Hindustan Times.
"Tax cash withdrawals above 50000 rupees" the Business Standard cites a panel headed by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu.
"CBDT tightens screws on Shell companies; Unveils new Place of Effective Management norms to ensure they do not escape tax net" reports the Hindu Business Line.
"No records of fake currency deposited in banks, says RBI", informs the Financial Express.
"Parties got 1 billion dollars from 'unknown donors' over 11 years" highlights the Times of India on its front page.
"Metro fares could and soon touch 50 rupees" as Niti Aayog panel recommends hike to maintain service quality, is the lead in the Hindustan Times.
On a more positive note, "Metro trains every 90 seconds in Phase III" the Hindu quotes the DMRC chief.
"La La Land bags 14 Oscar nomination" notes the Hindu. British-Indian actor, Dev Patel bags nomination for best supporting actor as, after two years of all-white acting nominees, the Oscars are poised to trend in a different direction, writes the Hindustan Times.
And finally, "It's raining migratory birds in NCR" as heavy snow in Siberia and Europe upped arrival of migratory birds by 60 percent in the Sultanpur National Park in Gurugram, reports the Mail Today.

Trump's voter fraud claim 'based on evidence'

Trump's voter fraud claim 'based on evidence'

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES
The Supreme Court dismissing a plea seeking postponement of the Union Budget Presentation, ahead of the upcoming Assembly Elections, gets prominence in the Press "Budget before polls gets green light from Supreme Court", headlines The Hindu. The Indian express writes that the Election Commission yesterday permitted the Government to present the Union Budget on February the 1st.
Jallikattu stir turns violent in Chennai, Tamil Nadu passes Bill- is The Times of India's top headline. Violence broke out in Chennai and other parts of Tamil Nadu on Monday, as police cracked down on protesters even as the six-day-old 'Marina Uprising' was called off after the state assembly passed a bill to replace the ordinance. Times of India writes that now neighboring Karnataka wants the Centre to lift the ban on it's  traditional buffalo race, called Kambala
Papers this morning extensively cover the story of the new CBI Chief being asked to probe the Ex-CBI Director. Noting that a prima facie case has definitely been made out for investigation into the abuse of authority by Ranjit Sinha, the Supreme Court yesterday directed the new CBI chief Alok Verma to lead a criminal probe against the former CBI director over his private meetings with the accused in the Coal Block allocations scam, writes the Indian Express.
Hindustan Times reports that the Supreme Court has directed that Private Schools built on land allotted by the Delhi Development Authority will have to seek the Government's permission before hiking their fee, in order to bring relief to thousands of parents in the city.
And finally, In order to achieve the target of transforming the Ganga into a pollution free river by 2018, 10 ministries have come together to do their bit with a slew of measures, including encouraging IIT's and NIT's to adopt five villages around the Ganga, to grow medicinal plants in catchment areas.

Facebook Live 'broadcasts gang rape' of woman in Sweden

Facebook Live 'broadcasts gang rape' of woman in Sweden

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
The Samajwadi Party and the Congress concluding their intense negotiation on Sunday - to arrive at a seat-sharing formula, is highlighted prominently in the Press. The Times of India headline reads, "Akhilesh blinks after Sonia steps in, parts with 105 seats".
On the ongoing Jallikattu issue and the Supreme Court's ban on May 7, 2014, The Hindu reports that the apex court had spent precious judicial hours contemplating how to induce humans to treat animals with compassion - upholding the rights of animals to lead a life of intrinsic worth, honour and dignity.
The Jagdalpur-Bhubaneshwar Hirakhand Express jumping the tracks in Vizianagarm district of Andhra Pradesh, is also prominently covered. The Time of India headlines reads Andhra Pradesh derailment toll 41; Rail officials suspect sabotage. The Asian Age adds - Sabotage feared, NIA to probe - Naxal hand ruled out.
More students can now hope to get into the country's top business school, with the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, planning to add 800 more seats under an expansion plan, to touch 1,200 seats in its coveted 2 year MBA course.
The Tribune reports that Goa will become the first state in the country to opt for electronic transmission of postal ballot to service voters in the upcoming assembly polls.
The Hindu informs us that the Directorate of Education has proposed to introduce nursery and pre-primary classes in all of its 447 Sarvodaya schools.
And finally, students across the world will be thrilled to hear that they can now outsource their homework to an app. Socratic - which is available free on the the app store - is designed to tackle a range of subject matter and enhanced mathematical capabilities, reports The Times of India.

Trump team in fresh war of words with US media

Trump team in fresh war of words with US media

A LOOK AT TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES :-
The grand return of Jallikattu in Tamil Nadu, after a three-year ban, is covered extensively in the Press. DNA writes "Jallikattu ordinance promulgated, Tamil Nadu rejoices", though The Hindu reports that protesters across the State have refused to call off their strike, demanding that a 'permanent solution' " be found.
In a gesture of goodwill, Pakistan authorities have handed over 22 year old sepoy Chandu Babulal Chavan of 37 Rashtriya Rifles, who had 'inadvertently' crossed the Line of Control, reports The Indian Express with the headline. "Pakistan returns Indian soldier, cites regional peace".
"India may soon get a tri-services chief", who will be a four-star general like the three Army, Navy and Air Force chiefs, writes The Times of India. This is to ensure synergy in training, logistics, planning & procurements among the Forces, for a greater military punch. This came as a major takeaway from the Combined Commanders Conference at Dehra Dun's Indian Military Academy which had Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar brain storming with the Military brass.
The Indian Express reports that seat sharing between the Congress and the Samajwadi Party for the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, appears to be on the brink of collapse, though back channel negotiations between both parties continue, after Sonia Gandhi's intervention.
Hours after US President Donald Trump spelt out his 'America First' strategy, he also sang Frank Sinatra's 'My Way' - sending out a worrying message for the Indian economy, specially the Information Technology sector. Domestic financial markets are bracing for a fresh round of volatility when they open on Monday, reports The Times of India.
The Times of India tells us that understanding a joke is a measure of intelligence for a reason -  it requires speed of thought to understand why a word in an odd context is humorous and to react to it instantaneously. However, it's now thought that if you love dark humour, you're more likely to show signs of greater intelligence.

Obamacare the first target of President Donald Trump's pen

Obamacare the first target of President Donald Trump's pen 

NEWSPAPERS  HEADLINES
 The new US President Donald Trumps' inauguration day speech has been prominently covered on front pages of most dailies. "Protectionist Trumpet : Buy American, Hire American" reads a headline in The Times of India, saying Trump gave an aggressively protectionist speech that should send a chill down the backs of Indian companies -particularly in the tech space. The Indian Express quotes Trump as saying, "we are issuing a decree to be heard in every city, in every foreign capital, it's going to be America First". Mail Today headline says "War Triumph" - "We will unite the civilised world to eradicate radical Islamic terrorism".
Newspapers have also reported the likely resolution to the Jallikattu impasse. "Tradition, Tamil pride triumph" writes The Pioneer. The Statesman reports under the headline, "Government clears Jallikattu ordinance" that the Supreme Court has agreed not to pass judgment on the issue for a week.
"SP fields 11 on Congress-held seats, alliance in trouble" says The Tribune. "Congress sulks as SP releases list of 208, poll pact in a pickle" headlines the Hindustan Times while The Times of India reports that as ego tussles and haggling over seats threaten to torpedo the Samajwadi Party-Congress alliance, Priyanka Gandhi jumped in to dispatch her personal emissary to Lucknow for talks with UP chief minister Akhilesh Yadav.
The Supreme Court has deferred to January 23, the hearing on a plea seeking postponement of Union Budget presentation ahead of the upcoming Assembly polls in five states, reports The Financial Express.
"How Sisodia sanctioned 'Talk To AK' scam" - under this, DNA reports that CBI investigators are scrutinising documents to check whether the AAP govt committed violations that could benefit the party in poll-bound states.
And finally, "raising further questions about privacy on the Internet, researchers have found that a person's online behaviour can be identified by linking anonymous web browsing histories with social media profiles, reports The Times of India.

It's now President Trump, vowing 'America First' in nationalist speech

It's now President Trump, vowing 'America First' in nationalist speech

NEWSPAPERS  HEADLINES
The on-going protests in Taimil Nadu demanding removal of the ban on Jallikattu, the ancient and popular bull taming sport, occupy centre stage on the front pages. Hindustan Times top headline reads "Jallikattu stir gathers force" -- Rajni Kant, AR Rehman and Kamal Hasan come out in support of Jallikattu, as mass protest enters day 3.
Donald Trump's inauguration as President of the United States also finds prominence in the Press. India's ambassador in Washington, Navtej Sarna, will represent India at the Presidential inauguration ceremony.
Dashing hopes of a maha-gathbandan against the BJP in Uttar Pradesh, the Samajwadi Party has ruled out any alliance with Ajit Singh's Rashtriya Lok Dal, though the Congress has kept hopes alive by not ruling out the inclusion of the RLD in the tie-up for the Assembly polls in the State - reports the Pioneer.
"Income Tax expands list of deposits, transactions under scrutiny", headlines The Times of India. The IT department has expanded the list of high value financial transactions that have to be reported by banks, companies, post offices and businesses to include cash deposits of Rs. 2.5 Lakh or more.
The Times of India writes - security forces gunned down Abu Musaib - a nephew of 26/11 mastermind Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi in an encounter in north Kashmir's Bandhipora district on Thursday. He was working under the direct orders of Lakhvi and other top militants.
The Economic Times reports that the Government is considering an umbrella insurance scheme under which all Pradhan Mantri  Jan Dhan Yojna account holders will be offered a free 2 lakh rupees insurance cover.
And to conclude Press Review, The Times of India warns us that sitting down for long periods of Time isn't just bad for your metabolism, it can make you age quicker too.

Wall Street slips as countdown to Trump's swearing-in begins

Wall Street slips as countdown to Trump's swearing-in begins

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES
RBI Governor Urjit Patel's appearance before the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance dominates the front pages in all the papers. On the question of how much of the demonetised currency had been deposited back in the banks, The Hindustan Times writes "Urjit Patel can't give deposit figures". The Business Line quotes Mr Patel as telling the panel "Note ban will hurt growth". Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh telling the RBI Governor that he needn't answer a question asked by a Congress MP is taken note of by all the papers with the Times of India writing "Manmohan comes to the rescue to the defence of RBI governor".
Photographs of people swarming the Marina Beach in Chennai in protest against the Jalikattu ban are splashed across the front pages of most newspapers. The Pioneer writes "Upsurge to defend 'Tamil culture'". The Indian Express lead states "Waves of protest hit Tamil Nadu over Jalikattu ban, CM to meet PM".
All the papers prominently notice Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar's comments on China at the second edition of the Raisina Dialogue. The Indian Express quotes him as saying "On corridor via POK, China showed no sensitivity".
The decision to divest government stake in state owned general insurance companies is widely noticed. The Tribune states "Government to divest 25% stake in general insurance PSUs".
The issue of Union Textiles Minister Smriti Irani's educational qualifications in the backdrop of an RTI application seeking details on it is back in media focus. The Asian Age quotes Delhi University's School of Open Learning as telling the Central Information Commission, "Smriti told Delhi University not to give info on her degrees".
On the acquittal of Bollywood actor Salman Khan in an Arms Act case, the Hindustan Times reports "Salman off hook in Arms Act case for lack of proof".
And finally....in a curtain raiser to a possibly new world of journalism, the Times of India reports "China daily publishes first article by a robot". The paper says that the article is 300 characters long and was written in just a second.

Demonetisation: Hyderabad’s Residential Market plunged by 40 pc

Demonetisation: Hyderabad’s Residential Market plunged by 40 pc

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES
The Samajwadi Party and the Congress all set to forge their alliance for the upcoming high stakes UP assembly elections makes for front page news in most of the dailies this morning."Congress deal done, Akhilesh seeks peace with father"headlines Hindustan Times. The paper writes that the UP chief minister gets list of 38 names for tickets from father,says will take Netaji along, bond unbreakable.
On the Raisina dialogue inaugural address by the Prime Minister The Indian Express quotes the Prime Minister telling Pakistan "Walk away from terror to start talks." The paper also mentions that the PM's message for Beijjing is sensitivity, respect for each other's core concerns and interests.
"ISI hand suspected in two rail accidents in UP that killed 151 passengers reports The Times of India.
"Age no bar for these bravehearts" writes the Hindu about children who will be honored with National Bravery Award 2016.
"In a strong signal centre retires two IPS officers, found unfit to continue after service review" states The Times of India.
To foster competition among states, the NITI Aayog has sought data on digital transactions from them with in 10 days, so that they can be ranked on the basis of initiatives taken to promote a less-cash economy reports The Business Standard.
And finally, If you are among those labeled as part of coffee culture meeting friends over a cup of coffee - you could be doing  something right. The DNA reports drinking a cup of coffee could  help you live longer then those who don't, a new study has claimed.

ISI hand in Kanpur train disaster? Bihar police thinks so

ISI hand in Kanpur train disaster? Bihar police thinks so

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES
Headway in the power struggle in the first family of Uttar Pradesh, and in the GST logjam, receives prominent attention this morning.
"Akhilesh Wins Cycle Race" writes the Hindustan Times, with a photograph of UP Chief Minister riding a bicycle. The Indian Express leads with "Cycle goes to Akhilesh, father remains spoke in party wheel".
"GST set for July 1 roll-out, dual control hurdle over" states the Business Standard. "GST stalemate resolved, roll-out deferred to July 1" is the Hindu lead.
"You can now withdraw up to 10,000 rupees a day at ATMs" is lead in the Times of India.
"Note ban to cost India fastest growing crown" observes the Business Standard. "China regains top spot as IMF trims India's Financial Year 17 growth forecast to 6.6%" notes the Hindu Business Line.
"Did RBI ban district, state cooperative banks just on hearsay?" DNA reports, the RBI did not have a single case or information related to "irregularities" against any district cooperative banks when it banned exchange and deposit of old currencies at such banks following demonetization.
"Odd-even roll out in 48 hrs if air quality dips to 'severe' level" informs the Hindustan Times, of a graded response action plan approved by a Supreme Court - appointed Environment Pollution Control Authority.
And finally, "8 men own half the world's wealth" according to British charity Oxfam, writes the Asian Age. Business Standard notes, "Richest 1% own 58% of total wealth in India, says Oxfam".

Post demonetisation, IMF cuts India's growth to 6.6%

Post demonetisation, IMF cuts India's growth to 6.6%

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
Army Chief General Bipin Rawat warning jawans against using social media to air complaints saying it will be liable for punishment makes for front page story in the Tribune.
"Budget may aim to help move start ups qualify for incentives" is the Hindu Business Line headlines. So far there have been less than a dozen start ups qualifying for income tax sops, says the report.
Khadi village industries commission has got an order worth 47 crore rupees from ONGC, the largest so far in the form of khadi vouchers of 10,000 and 5,000 rupees reports Pioneer.
Several papers carry colorful pictures of traditional dances at the ongoing 21st National Youth Festival, Rohtak.
The Pioneer reports of cricketer turned politician Navjot Singh Sidhu joining the Congress. Punjab is witnessing a three cornered contest among the BJP-SAD, the Congress and the Aam Admi Party.
The Mail Today exposes the fact that a whopping 5 lakh police posts of the sanctioned 22 lakh are lying vacant across the country.
While Jallikattu issue in Tamil Nadu remains contentious, another prohibited tradition was seen in YADGIR in Karnataka on Saturday reports The Hindu. 4 live sheep were thrown down the hills in the belief that the rest of the flock would be protected.
A special kite festival being organized for Divyangs in Gujarat for the first time/ Bihar boat tragedy toll rising to 24/ rise of ammonia level in Delhi water/ the arrest of a tailor who has abused 500 kids in 12 years and stents likely to cost 50 per cent less are some of the other stories covered by papers today.

CIA director warns Donald Trump to watch what he says, be careful on Russia

CIA director warns Donald Trump to watch what he says, be careful on Russia 

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
Speculations on a pre-poll alliance between Akhilesh Yadav's party and the Congress, are highlighted in several papers. "Akhilesh, Rahul may seal deal this week", is the top headline in Hindustan Times. The Asian Age reports - 'Posters of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister's wife and Kannauj MP Dimple Yadav along-side Congress star campaigner Priyanka Gandhi Vadra appearing across the state, clearly indicate that the Samajwadi Party and Congress are inching closer to firming up an alliance.
The Sunday Times informs us that Lambi, a traditional Akali stronghold and the constituency of five-time Punjab Chief Minister Prakash Singh Balal, could witness the mother of all battles this election season, with Punjab Congress Chief Captain Amrinder Singh announcing his intention to take on the senior Badal on his turf.
Recommendation made by a group of secretaries on education is the lead story in The Indian Express.  The panel has said "Make English a must in all schools, one English-medium school per block".
"Lucknow Airport shuts down after radar goes on blink", headlines Sunday Times. The Uttar Pradesh capital's aerial connection with the rest of the country snapped on Saturday  in peak election season following an Instrument Landing System failure at the  Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport.
Mail Today writes of an embarrassment of riches at India's airports following the demonetisation move. Authorities have  seized huge amounts of cash, gold and jewellery between November 9 and December 31st. The Central Industrial Security Force has managed to confiscate 351.62 kgs of gold, and 71.48 crore rupees in cash, from 59 airports across the country.
And finally, The Sunday Times reports of the latest food available on offer at Mc Donalds for dosa fans - the Dosa Masala Brioche. Inside the French Pastry called brioche is no dosa, but rather a crisp sleek patty of patato masala, which, happily, tastes quite authentic.

Hyderabad struggling with poisonous metals in air: NGRI

Hyderabad struggling with poisonous metals in air: NGRI

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
The front pages of prominent dailies this morning have carried stories related to the continuing feud in Samajwadi Party and Army Chief General Bipin Rawat's press conference.
"Army Chief: If Pak acts wrongly, strikes are on" reads a headline in The Tribune while under the caption, "Army chief warns Pak of more surgical strikes", Hindustan Times writes that India would carry out more precision strikes on militant bases across the Line of Control if Islamabad rejected New Delhi’s peace overtures.
The Indian Express reports that expressing concern over the prevailing internal security situation in Jammu and Kashmir, the Army chief said the situation there should be reversed to the pre-1989 state “Where all people live in harmony?”.
"SP tussle down to the wire as EC reserves cycle order" reads the headline in Hindustan Times. "I’m still party chief, says Mulayam Singh Yadav" - under this headline, the Asian Age says even as the Election Commission reserved its order on the Samajwadi Party’s symbol “bicycle”, patriarch Mulayam Singh Yadav said he was in no mood to cede control of the party.
Under the headline, "DU readies test bomb", Mail Today reports that the Delhi University is planning to scrap the cut-off list system and move to an objective type entrance test with 80 per cent weightage for admissions in undergraduate courses from the academic session 2017-18.
And finally, Flying water taxis powered by river currents could be tested on the Thames in London later this year. The electric boats, called SeaBubbles, use hydrofoils to lift them out the water, reducing the drag to allow them to reach speed of up to 25 knots and creating a comfortable ride likened to a “Magic Carpet“, reports the Times of India.

Kerala NDA vice-chairman Rajeev Chandrasekhar investor, director in Arnab Goswami’s Republic

Kerala NDA vice-chairman Rajeev Chandrasekhar investor, director in Arnab Goswami’s Republic

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES
Several papers have given front page coverage to the appointment of  N Chandrasekaran as the new executive chairman of Tata Sons. "Hindustan Times headline reads TCS's Chandra is first non-parsi to head Tata". "Tata Sons choose marathon man from within as Chairman", writes The Indian Express. The Asian Age says - capping two months of the most better boardroom battle in corporate history after the unceremonious sacking of Cyrus Mistry - 54 years old, Chandra will take over Tata Sons.
The Asian Age reports, The latest incident in a string of cases in which facilities being provided to paramilitary jawans have come under scrutiny - a Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) head constable, allegedly agitated over poor sleeping arrangement in his barrack - fired indiscriminately at his colleagues, killing four of them, including an unarmed senior.
Hindustan Times writes that Hafiz Saeed has been caught on tape boasting that four Pakistan Mujahideen carried out Monday's attack on an Indian Army facility in Akhnoor, calling it a surgical stirke.
At a conference organised by Nobel Media AB, Sweden and the Ministry of Science and Technology in Delhi, noted Nobel Laureates William Moerner, Harold Varmus and Serge Haroche warned against the rising trend of populism and repercussions if the anti-science movement is not defeated. They said no one has been listening to the scientific community - referring to the new administration under Donald Trump - that has denied Climate Change and threatens to pull out of the Paris Climate Agreement. This story is covered by The Indian Express.
And finally, a new study in the US has found that when talking to their pets, human adults use "dog-directed speech", which is quite similar to "infant-directed speech" and that puppies are highly responsive when they are addressed like infants, more so than grown dogs.

Trump claims intelligence chief denounced 'false' dossier

Trump claims intelligence chief denounced 'false' dossier

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES
The cold wave sweeping many parts of Northern India, the Supreme Court dismissing a probe in the Sahara Diaries case and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal denying that he is in the race for Punjab Chief Minister's position are some lead stories across papers today.
"Just-Chill! Finally winters sets in" says the Pioneer while the Hindustan Times writes "Icy winds send shivers across Delhi, lows to hover near 3 degree Celsius".
Referring to the Sahara Diaries, the Indian Express headlines: "Inadmissible and loose " Supreme Court strikes down plea for probe.
The Business Line reports "GST roll out before September 16 is a constitutional necessity says Jaitley, but still targeting April 1st launch; disruption caused by demonetization is transient".
The Asian Age writes that in his first press conference after the November 8th election, US President Elect Donald Trump said yesterday that he is separating himself from his business empire and transferring his assets into a trust with his two oldest sons incharge, an arrangement that watchdogs said was inadequate to prevent potential conflict of interest in office.
And finally, the Times of India advises : "Get off that couch to beat dementia : Experts to older folks", writing that sedentary older adults with no genetic risk factors for dementia may be just as likely to develop the disease, as lack of physical exercise may negate healthy genes.

Saudi Arabia rolls out 'biggest increase' in India's Haj quota, hikes it by 34,500

Saudi Arabia rolls out 'biggest increase' in India's Haj quota, hikes it by 34,500

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES
The continuing deadlock in Samajwadi Party, among other stories, holds prime space in the Press today. "Mulayam's blink cuts no ice with son" writes the Pioneer.
"SP talks fail, EC to hear case on January 13", reports the Asian Age.
"Rahul, Akhilesh set to kick off joint SP-Congress campaign" states the Times of India, also quoting Delhi deputy CM Manish Sisodia as saying at an election rally, "Assume you are voting for Kejri as Punjab CM".
In post-demonetisation developments, the Hindustan Times leads with "Home delivery' of cash from mint under I-T lens".
"Notes scrapped on government's prod, RBI tells House Panel", reports the Times of India.
"December saw sharpest dip in automobile sales in 16 years" post-demonetisation, notes the Indian Express.
"E-trade funding at three-year low" states the Financial Express.
"Supreme Court to bleed swindling NGOs dry" leads the Pioneer.
"Regulator for Railways coming soon, train fares likely to go up" reports the Hindustan Times.
"Centre mulls hike in service tax rate if GST roll out is delayed".

Clare Hollingworth: The Reporter Who Broke the News of World War II

Clare Hollingworth: The Reporter Who Broke the News of World War II

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES
Different papers carry different stories on their front pages this morning.
The continuing factional feud in the Samajwadi Party is one of the top stories covered by most newspapers this morning." Mulayam Singh Yadav does U-turn, says Akhilesh will be next Chief Minister" write the Statesman.
Writing on Mayawati's brother Anand Kumar the Times of India says "Rupees 1300 crore rise in assets of Maya's brother under income tax lens".
On demonetisation the Indian Express writes "On November 7, it was government which advised Reserve Bank Of India to consider note ban, got Reserve Bank of India nod the next day."
Announcing Flipkart's new CEO, Business Standard writes "Tiger takes driver's seat at Flipkart. Kalyan Krishnamurthy, nominee of the US-based investor is the new CEO".
"Indian Olympic Association (IOA) annuls Kalmadi, Abhay appointments" reports the Tribune.
Hindustan Times in an exclusive story citing an army report writes "Flaws put lives of soldiers at risk, says army report. Study talks of at least 50 gaps, points out proper fuel storage could have lowered toll in Uri attack."
"Military bases to be under e-surveillance" writes the DNA adding "Ministry of Defence has already discussed the issue with tri-service chiefs."
"Jaitley debunks wonks' theories of slowdown" reports the Pioneer. The paper writes that the Finance Minister said indirect tax collection grew at a decent 14.2 per cent in December.
And finally, there is a new silver catalyst to help fight smog. Well, the Times of India reports scientists are creating a new silver catalyst to purify the air that can decompose toxic carbon monoxide and other harmful substances into harmless components, an advance that could help fight smog in cities like New Delhi and Beijing.

We guard borders 'empty stomach', says BSF jawan in video

We guard borders 'empty stomach', says BSF jawan in video

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES
The DNA, quoting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address at the Pravasi Bhartiya Divas in Benguluru, writes - "Worshipers of Black Money opposing Government move".
Blood ties matter, not colour of passport, Modi tells Global Indians is a headline in The Hindu. Speaking at the same event the Prime Minister, assuring NRI's, said - 'security and safety of Indian national abroad is of utmost importance to us.
The top headline in The Indian Express reads - "14 Lakh crore rupees in old notes are back, only 75,000 crore rupees out". In order to expedite a return to normalcy, the Govt has sought the RBI's opinion to know if it could release about 75,000 crore from its own currency reserves.
The Statesman reports - following demonetisation of high value currency since 8th November - the Income Tax department has detected undisclosed income of over 4,807 crore rupees, after carrying out over a thousand Income Tax searches across the country.
The Asian Age reports that over the past two years the Govt has been able to successfully develop its assets in the social media world with millions of followers - developing separate handles for Ministries and Ministers. Today the Govt is not only capable of generating trends but also of culling any rumor mongering.
India offers surface-to-air, 25 km range Akash missile to Vietnam, reports The Times of India. Wary of China, both countries crank up bilateral military relations.
And finally, The Times of India tells us that a group of amateur archaeologists have stumbled across a major find of an ancient historical site - dating back between 6000 and 3000 BC  - at Sicily in Italy. The Sicily sundial, a circular arrangement stones likened to Stone Henge in England, is still functioning and can accurately determine seasons.

Note ban hits Telangana govt’s first-ever global investors meet

Note ban hits Telangana govt’s first-ever global investors meet

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
Many papers lead today, With Pictorial representations of a snow clad Shimla and excerpts of the Prime Ministers Modi's speech at the end of the BJP's National Excutive Meeting.
"Shimla white washed" writes the Hindustan Times adding "Delhi to get colder, more rain possible."
"Modi Mantra to BJP: more power to poor" says that DNA while the Hindu writes "Keep the faith, Modi tells party leaders ahead of polls."
The Indian Express leads with the headline "Explain demonetisation, your role, flip-flop, secrecy: Parliament panel to RBI governor - Urjit Patel to appear before the Public Accounts Committee on January 28th, list of 10 questions sent."
The Hindustan Times writes that cricketer turned Politician Navjot Singh Sidhu is likely to join the Congress on January 9th or 10th, after much dilly-dallying and unsuccessful talks with the Aam Aadmi Party.
The Pioneer reports that according to the US intelligence, Russians President Vladimir Putin ordered an influence campaign aimed at hurting Hillary Clinton and helping Donald Trump win in the 2016 Presidential Election.
Under the headline, "The ugly face of Touch up Apps", the Mail Today writes that popular photo editing software may use privacy loopholes to steal your identity. The paper adds that the app provider can access all the data stored in your smart phone and cyber awareness is critical before downloading any such App.
And Finally, if you were born on September 16th, you have got company.' The Times of India writes that September 16th has the unique distinction of being the most common birthday date in the world. according to researchers at Harvard University.

Please don't blame Bangalore molesters, Mr Akshay Kumar

Please don't blame Bangalore molesters, Mr Akshay Kumar

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
Indian cricket entering a new era with Virat  Kohli being officially announced  as captain in all three formats of the game yesterday,is highlighted in most papers .'' Virat takes charge, old guard makes comeback''is the Hindustan Times Headline, whilst the Times Of India writes - 'Indian team to play England  -selected amid high drama'.The Pioneer reports that Dhoni remains in the squad as keeper-batsman.
The other big story is of the political  turmoil within the Samajwadi Party, which, even after a series of meetings, has failed to come up with a solution . The Asian Age headlines reads, ''Hectic SP parleys to heal rift,MLAS still back CM Akhilesh.
The Indian  Express writes -The Elections Commission of India has written to the Cabinet Secretary seeking the Union Government's stand by January 10, on the Oppositions demand to postpone the Budget Presentation to a day after March 8  - the last date of polling in Uttar Pradesh 'before it takes a final decision on the matter.
Hindustan Times reports that the ''Note Ban has brought four Lakh dormant accounts to life''. Unused or dormant bank accounts (which have had  no transactions for over two years ) saw deposits of over six crore rupees within a fortnight of demonitisation.
''Demonitisation takes wind out of terror sails'', headlines The Economic Times.
Finally the Tribunes writes- ghaggar desilted with bike , Alto. The haryana Irrigation department has used a motorcycle and a alto car to desilt and level the ghaggar at sirsa , as part of flood- control measures !

Fort Lauderdale airport shooting: Five people shot dead by Florida gunman

Fort Lauderdale airport shooting: Five people shot dead by Florida gunman

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
The UP imbroglio continues. "EC tells CM, dad to back claim for cycle by Monday," headlines The Asian Age. "Akhilesh claims majority support," reports The Hindu. In a related story the Times of India predicts, "Congress, SP likely to announce UP alliance early next week."
"SC may ban tainted leaders from contesting elections," notes The Pioneer. "5-judge bench to go into poll ban on 'netas' facing charges," reports The Tribune. "Tainted in fray? SC bench to decide," says the Statesman.
"Note ban might hit growth; government should provide relief to poor here and now," The Asian Age quotes the President in his address to Governors and LGs.
"Economy may hit a happy note soon with cash crunch easing. 67% of canceled notes likely to get replaced by month-end, 80-89% by February-end," The Economic Times headlines an SBI report. The Times of India meanwhile reports that Data released by the RBI showed that as of December 23, "Bank credit growth slowest in decades; demonetisation effect, say economists."
Papers have noticed, with pictures, the Modi-Nitish meeting in Patna. "In high 'spirits', Modi and Nitish strike the right 'note'. "Modi says cheers to Nitish's liquor ban," reports The Hindu. "Bonhomie is back, for now," says The Statesman.
Connaught place to go vehicle free from February to April headlines the Hindustan times.
finally,Adulterators beware! Tougher punishment awaits you "Those contaminating food to get life imprisonment," is Law Commission of India's proposal reports DNA.

Demonetisation will lead to a temporary slowdown in economy, says President

Demonetisation will lead to a temporary slowdown in economy, says President

Newspapers Headlines
Mahendra Singh Dhoni resigning as India's Cricket captain, Polling in 5 states from February 4 and Trinamool congress workers hitting the streets in protest after senior TMC leader Sudip Bandopadhyay's arrest are some lead stories across papers today.
"5 states to vote in February and March - 7 phase polls in UP; results by March 11," writes the Asian Age, while the Hindustan Times writes that the poll panel has brought in new and tougher rules for the elections.
The Times of India writes that 97 per cent of the banned 500 and 1000 rupee notes have been deposited with banks as on December 30.
Under the headline "Sahara gets immunity, tax panel accepts its claim that seized papers not evidence", the Indian Express writes that in what could be one of the quickest orders passed by the Income Tax Settlement Commission, Sahara India has been granted immunity from prosecution and penalty following raids conducted in November 2014, during which 'diaries' listing alleged pay-offs to politicians were covered.
The DNA writes that ISRO will launch a record 103 satellites in one go, using its workhorse PSLV-C37, in the first week of February.
While the Asian Age writes that the government is unwilling to defer the Feb 1st Union Budget, the Indian Express writes; "Saying Budget violates poll code, opposition to meet Election Commissioner today".
The Hindustan Times reports that more than 100 people were injured when a commuter train in New York City derailed during Wedenesday's rush hour.
And finally, in a cautionary note, the Times of India writes "Cake culture at work causing obesity", adding that sharing sweet treats at the workplace may be contributing to several health problems such as obesity and poor oral hygiene, according to experts in the UK.

TCS to hire 6,000 more coders in Philippines

TCS to hire 6,000 more coders in Philippines

Newspapers Headlines
The crisis in the Samajwadi Party is a lead story in today's dailies. "Akhilesh group stakes claim to SP symbol, " reports The Tribune. "Bid to repair cycle fails," says The Pioneer.
"Don't advance budget, will help BJP: Cong, SP, CPM write to President, CEC, claiming that the move to advance the budget is an attempt to influence assembly elections in five states including Uttar Pradesh," reports The Indian Express.
On the retirement of the Chief Justice of India, DNA headlines: "Thakur's parting shot: says mechanism to tackle bad loans not up to the mark." The Indian Express quotes the Law Minister: "Some of Chief Justice Thakur's comments avoidable." The paper goes on to highlight a little-known fact that Justice Khehar, the next CJI, has been a "Blood donor every three months, for over 40 years."
"Violence erupts in Kolkata after CBI arrests senior Trinamool MP," headlines of The Times of India. "TMC terror let loose on BJP men; More TMC bigwigs to get summons," reports The Pioneer.
"GST stuck with compensation, dual control," reports Business Standard.  "April 1 roll-out of GST looks difficult," says Business Line. "States oppose cess on more items," mentions The Financial Express.
 "1 address, 75 firms : Inside India's domestic tax havens," reveals Hindustan Times in an investigation on the flourishing shell companies, the backbone of any shadow economy, in South Delhi's Nehru Place.
"Nothing Chota about this Bhim," reports the Financial Express saying that the Bharat Interface for Money has seen 5 million downloads since its launch on 31st of December.
"Now fortified food in govt-run schemes to carry special logo," reports The Asian Age.
And finally, its "Gai pe charcha : Govt embarks on Mission Cow ID," reports the Economic Times. "Tags aadhaar like numbers being fixed inside the ears of cows to track vaccination status, breeding details.

BOO! When women come out in small dresses such incidents do occur, says Azmi

BOO! When women come out in small dresses such incidents do occur, says Azmi

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES
The Supreme Court ruling that politicians can no longer seek votes on the basis of religion, cast, race and language, the Apex court sacking defiant BCCI chief Anurag Thakur and the Union Government declaring that service charge at  eateries is not mandatory are some lead stories across papers today.
With Samajwadi Party Chief Mulayam Singh Yadav staking claim over the party symbol 'Cycle', which will be contested by his son Akhilesh,  The Tribune opines "Competing SP claims may lead to a freeze of symbol", While the Pioneer asks "Who will ride the cycle?".
The Hindu reports that in a blow to Ordinance Raj, a constitution Bench of the Supreme Court has widened the boundaries of judicial review and can now examine whether the President or the State Governor was spurred by an "oblique motive" to by pass the legislature and promulgate an ordinance.
After the State Bank of India cut its lending rate and some private Banks followed suit, the Business standard writes "Credit growth to improve after rate cut, says SBI".
The Times of India writes that in response to the government making service charges in restaurants optional, the National Restaurant Association of India has not only cited judicial precedence to support levying this charge but, has also issued a statement implying that customers are free not to eat at a restaurant if they did not wish to pay the service charge.
In a move that has affected many social media, users, papers write that popular social media application Whats App has stopped working on old iphones and Android hand sets to ensure  that it could continue to introduce new features and stay secure, which requires newer operating systems.
And finally, writing that language is a barrier to science, the Times of India says that over one third of new scientific reports are published in languages other than English which can lead to important science being missed at the international level.

Brazil prison riot kills more than 60 in Amazonas state

Brazil prison riot kills more than 60 in Amazonas state

TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS,
The Samajwadi party's power struggle and the latest twist in the tale makes for front page news in most of the dailies this morning. "Akhilesh dethrones dad Mulayam, elected Swamajwadi party chief in national convention, unconstitutional says Mulayam" writes the Statesman.
Most of the newspapers carry reports and photographs of the nightclub attack in Turkish city of Istanbul during New Year's celebration in which 2 Indians among 39 were killed and 70 others were injured.
The Asian Age quoting the new army chief General Bipin Rawat writes "Won't hold back when provoked."
"New Year revellers choke heart of Delhi, jam traffic" says Hindustan Times.
"Loans to be cheaper as State Bank of India slashes rate" writes the Hindu adding "Benchmark rate will be 8 per cent as against 8.9 per cent".
Private Equity investments in 2016, hit 15.2 billion dollars, making it the second most successful after 2015 that saw deals worth 7.3 billion dollar materialising, reports DNA.
Writing on the meeting of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) council which is due in two days, Hindustan Times writes "Ahead of key meet, opposition threatens to hold up GST".
The medium and the message have both hit home. Aimed at audiences in neighbouring Pakistan, All India Radio's Urdu service is the most popular of all its 27 language services broadcast outside India, shows data, reaffirming the language-culture connect between the two countries reports DNA.
And finally, huge fire had already damaged Titanic before it hit iceberg. Well, the Times of India reports the RMS Titanic may have sunk due to an enormous fire on board and not by hitting an iceberg in the North Atlantic, experts have claimed.

Over 1,500 cases of drunken driving registered in Hyderabad

Over 1,500 cases of drunken driving registered in Hyderabad

A LOOK AT TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-
The most widely covered this morning are stories related to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address to the nation on the new year eve as well as the feud in Samajwadi Party.
"Modi shares ‘note ban pain’, woos poor before state polls", says Asian Age while the Financial Express writes, "PM lines up new year gifts for poor, farmers, and SMEs". Under the headline, "PM makes note ban a class war, fights sobs with sops", the Times of India writes that the political messaging in the PM's New Year eve address presented demonetisation as intended to ensure taxes recovered from large suppressed incomes benefit the socially and economically vulnerable.
The Financial Express writes that Non-resident Indians and citizens who happened to be overseas at the time of demonetisation will be given till June 30 to exchange their notes.
"No confusion, no mistake, only Akhilesh, chant his supporters" reads a caption in the Times of India. "Akhilesh wins UP dangal, back in party" headlines the Asian Age while the Indian Express says, "Mulayam blinks, again: Akhilesh back in party". The Hindu says, "Mulayam revokes Akhilesh, Ramgopal expulsions" while Hindustan Times sums it up as "The banished son vowed victory for his father; the old guard relented. The Samajwadi Party’s feuding first family is united again, at least for anyone outside its inner circle".
The Times of India reports that a couple from Gujarat's tribal district Dahod has finally opted for a family planning operation after conceiving 17 children, which includes 16 daughters and a son.
You don't need a high IQ to be rich! The Times of India reports a study that says success depends more on personality traits.

In Speech, PM Narendra Modi Defends Notes Ban, But Critics Say Hard Facts Missing

In Speech, PM Narendra Modi Defends Notes Ban, But Critics Say Hard Facts Missing

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
After the stick, Prime Minister may offer carrots today" headlines The Business standard. The Prime Minister on New Year's eve will address the nation today and is expected to announce sops for the middle class, the poor and the farmers, says the reports.
The Asian Age reports the Prime Minister's unveiling of the Aadhaar linked Biometric App called BHIM, in 2 weeks, to push cashless transactions, on its front page.
The Pioneer report the expulsion of Akhilesh Yadav, Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh as its main front page story, calling it the climax of the feud in the Samajwadi Party.
"China again blocks India's bid to get Masood Azhar sanctioned" is the DNA headline, calling it China's double standards is the attitude towards terrorism.
In an intresting segment the Swachh Bharat Drive, the centre has asked all municipal commissioners to transport stray cattle in cities to nearest Gaushalas and help set up dung based Bio - Gas plants which will also augment the alternative energy solutions, reports The Economic Times.