99% of junked Rs 500/1000 notes returned to banks: RBI

99% of junked Rs 500/1000 notes returned to banks: RBI

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 The deluge in Mumbai receives prominent  attention in the press today.
"Rainy day drowns Mumbai yet again" leads The Hindustan Times. The Hindu writes "Rain pounds Mumbai to standstill.
"Nine Duronto coaches derail in Maharashtra after landslide" reports The Times of India  with a photograph.
"India, China face-off over but Bhutan's talks run into a wall" states The Indian Express. "Aggression to agreement: The inside story of the Doklam deal; solution reached over many rounds in Beijing" highlights The Times of India. DNA reports "India, China may reset safeguards ... to avoid future military conflict at trijunctions".
"Pak diplomatic divide over India policy out in open" The Times of India cites a letter from Islamabad's former High Commissioner in New Delhi, Abdul Basit on Pak's US envoy,  Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhury.
'Don't criminalise marital rape,  may disturb institution of marriage' The Indian Express cites the government telling the Delhi High Court.
"CBI arrests IG, 7 others for death of Himachal Pradesh rape accused" notices The Tribune on its front page. The paper also reports "Rampal acquitted in 2 cases", of the Hisar Dera Chief, who is to stay in jail as other cases still on.
And finally, The Pioneer states "Railways may end flexi fare to lift image; scrap call likely after Cabinet expansion".

‘Husbands may be harassed if marital rape criminalised’

‘Husbands may be harassed if marital rape criminalised’

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Self-styled Godman and now rape convict Gurmeet Ram Rahim's sentencing is the central highlight of dailies today. "Baba begs for mercy, gets 20 years in Jail", says The Times of India, while The DNA writes, "New Dera : Jail for 20 years".
The Asian Age writes, 'Supreme Court to Gujarat: Why delay in rape trial of Asaram?', adding that the apex court has asked the Gujarat government, "to explain the inordinate delay in the rape trial involving self-styled 'godman' Asaram Bapu".
"Doklam stand-off ends as India, China step back", headlines The Hindu, while The Pioneer opines, "Dragon gives into Doklam Diplomacy".
The Aam Aadmi Party winning the Delhi assembly by-polls in Bawana has received wide coverage by papers today. "AAP retains Bawana; ends string of losses since 2015", says The Hindu.
The Economic Times reports that the government is unlikely to change the financial year to January-December though it is considering whether it could further advance the date of the presentation of the budget by a fortnight or so.
In an interesting piece of news, The Indian Express writes that following the Doklam stand off, The Indo-Tibetan Border Police has decided to make it compulsory for new recruits to learn the Chinese language Mandarin.
The Hindustan Times writes that Boeing Co. will start manufacturing and handing over Made in India Apache AH-64E multi role attack helicopter fuselages from next year.
And finally, in encouraging news for young entrepreneurs, The DNA writes 'Valley Whiz kids redefine startups' adding that 3 Kashmiri teens, Abrar Yaseen, Muazzam Khursheed and Haider Parveez are being hailed as future 'IT czars' with their software Development firm setting the bench mark for startups in the valley.

India guru rape: Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh jailed for 20 years

India guru rape: Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh jailed for 20 years

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The high alert today in many states as the quantum of punishment for Dera Saccha Sauda sect chief Ram Rahim Singh will be pronounced makes for front page news in all papers.
"Sentence at 2:30, uneasy calm - no mobile internet in Punjab, Haryana till tomorrow" says The Tribune.
Delhi Chandigarh air fares rise train bus services hit, headlines The Pioneer.
Over 2000 central forces have been deployed around the Rohtak Sunaria jail reports The Hindu.
The DNA carries a picture of indian shuttlers P V Sindhu and Saina Nehwal with their silver and bronze medals respectively at BWF World Championship in Glasgow.
Kashmiri Pandits demanding their homeland and repeal of Article 370 in their annual convention has been covered by The Pioneer.
The Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi's stern warning to the recent perpetrators of violence in his Mann Ki Baat program has been covered by most papers. "PM - won't tolerate violence for faith" is The Asian Age headline.
The Delhi government has a new problem at hand - how to dispose of the banned plastic bags.They have confiscated 8,000kg of polythene bags since the NGT imposed ban on them on 10th August. thats a report in Hindustan Times.
Almost on the lines of Dasrath Manjhi the mountain man, Shyamlal carried out digging of one acre, 15 feet deep pond all by himself in Chattisgarh's Koriya district, after 27 years of toil. He was 15 when he started as he needed water for his cattle desperately says Hindustan Times.
The 23rd Delhi book fair enjoying a huge footfall yesterday/ Marathon runners in Nainital attacked by stray dogs/ a head constable Abhishek Patel saving 100 children from a bomb attack in Madhya Pradesh/todays papers carrying ads on GST faqs on IT/ 1000 rupee note to be back soon. some of the other stories covered by the papers today.

Ram Rahim Singh rape conviction: Fingers crossed ahead of Dera chief sentencing

Ram Rahim Singh rape conviction: Fingers crossed ahead of Dera chief sentencing

Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh Verdict: 31 Dead, 250 Injured In Violence In Haryana

Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh Verdict: 31 Dead, 250 Injured In Violence In Haryana

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The widespread violence following the conviction of Sirsa Dera Chief Gurmeet Singh in the 2002 rape case by a CBI court at Panchkula dominates front page headlines.
"Godman guilty, Devotees run riot" headlines the Hindustan Times. The Indian Express headline reads "28 die, a state burns for one rape convict". The Tribune writes "Curfew in 7 Punjab districts, 3 Haryana cities. Malaut, Balluana Railway Stations torched." The Times of India says "2 Empty Train Bogies, 4 Buses torched in Delhi" adding "Section 144 clamped in NCR, cops on patrol". The DNA's banner headline reads "Messenger of Destruction".
The Times of India quotes Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar as saying  "lapses have been identified and we are taking steps. This should not have happened". The Statesman writes "Prez, PM and Opposition condemn violence".
The Times of India further writes "Recover arson losses from Dera, orders the Punjab and Haryana High Court".
Several newspapers take note of the Supreme Court as saying that the Right to Privacy judgement will have "some bearing" in matters related to possession of beef in Maharashtra.
The Economic Times quotes Law and IT Minsiter Ravi Shankar Prasad as saying "Law to answer most questions arisen post privacy ruling as the Data Protection Bill is likely to be in place by December".
A front page headline in Hindustan Times says "Lower Stamp duty, higher floor space index in Niti Aayog's urban road map".
On the crisis surrounding the IT firm Infosys, The Hindu quotes co-founder Nandan Nilekani as saying "My priority is to bring stability to Infosys". The Times of India quotes him: "Joined Infosys at 26, rejoined at 62. Life does turn full circle".
"McD franchisee fight turns ugly"  mentions the Times of India. The Ecomomic Times reports that the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal has directed McDonald's to allow the Joint Venture to operate outlets till a decision is arrived at".
And finally, The Times of India writes according to a study conducted at the University of British Coloumbia - Men were faster and more powerful in the gym but got exhausted much faster than women, thus proving that women have more stamina!

A phenomenal verdict & its effects

A phenomenal verdict & its effects

Ahead Of Ram Rahim Rape Verdict, Army On Standby In Panchkula

Ahead Of Ram Rahim Rape Verdict, Army On Standby In Panchkula

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Fixing responsibility and corrective measures post consecutive rail accidents, and government setting up a committee to examine OBC sub quotas are major stories this morning.
"After 2 accidents in 5 days, Prabhu offers to quit, Modi puts him on hold", is the Times of India headline. The Indian Express notes, "Prabhu offers to quit, Air India chief to head Railway Board". The Economic Times reports a new incumbent in the Rail Bhawan is now a possibility, as a "Cabinet Reshuffle may be around the Corner". Mail Today focuses on shortage of workers to check track safety causing accidents, as 10,000 posts for gangmen in Railways and 2 lakh posts of ground safety staff lie vacant.
"OBC creamy layer bar raised, new panel to fix sub-categories", reports the Hindustan Times. "Panel to split OBCs into sub-categories", writes the Times of India, to address grievance of "inequitable" distribution of Mandal reservation benefits.
"Man Behind UID Wooed to settle Unique Infy Row", observes the Economic Times. Times of India states, "Nilekani set to return as Infosys non-executive chair; some directors might quit and a co-founder may get Board seat".
And finally, a "Robot can be hired for last rites in Japan", reports the Hindu, of a Japanese company's humanoid robot "Pepper", who chants sutras and taps a drum, to serve as a Buddhist priest for hire at funerals.

SC to rule on right to privacy today

SC to rule on right to privacy today

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The Supreme Court banning the controversial practice of instant divorce as arbitrary and un-constitution in a landmark verdict for gender justice makes for front page news in most of the dailies this morning. "Freedom, Freedom, Freedom...From instant indignity" leads DNA. "Instant triple talaq banned. Supreme Court five-judge bench delivers 3:2 verdict" states the Tribune. "Government, BJP hail verdict, will 'wait and watch' on legislation option" writes the Indian Express.
"US can't stay silent on Pak terror, says Trump" notes The Hindustan Times. "Trump pledges more troops to Afghanistan, blasts Pakistan" says The Asian Age adding "New Delhi welcomes move. Beijing defends ally Islamabad".
Writing on the crisis AIADMK the Pioneer writes "Pro-Dinakaran MLAs try to upset EPS apple cart". The paper writes 19 MLAs submit letters to governor says no trust in Tamil Nadu CM Edappadi Palaniswami.
On the Gorakhpur tragedy the Tribune informs "5 to be booked for Gorakhpur hospital deaths".
Referring to the Doklam deadlock the Times of India writes "Withdraw troops: China snubs Rajnath on Doklam overture".
On the National Eligibility cum entrance test (NEET), DNA informs "Supreme Court denies Tamil Nadu exemption from NEET."
"Aadhaar now mandatory for open school exams" states the Asian Age. The paper writes that it is the move aimed at stopping examination malpractices and ensuring that there are no proxy candidates appearing on others behalf.
And finally, Scientists create music using eclipse data! Well, the Hindu reports, that aided by visually challenged persons, scientists have created an original music composition using data from the movements of the sun, the moon and the gradual darkness during the total solar eclipse in the US.

Triple talaq: India court bans Islamic instant divorce

Triple talaq: India court bans Islamic instant divorce

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Merger of the two AIADMK factions is the main story in many dailies today. "Chennai Express heads for Rajdhani," headlines Mail Today. "Move to purge Sasikala loyalists, all eyes on Dinakaran," says The Indian Express.
"Malegaon blast: Purohit gets bail after 9 years in jail," reports The Tribune, "Citing differences in chargesheets SC grants Purohit Bail," says The Indian Express. "Purohit will report back to unit, but with riders," notes DNA.
"Supreme Court to deliver verdict on triple talaq today," is a front page story in the Hindu and other dailies.
"President dedicates maiden Ladakh visit to armed forces"; "Presents colours to Ladakh scouts," The Tribune and The Statesman report with photographs.
"Blue alert! Schools across NCR issue strict guidelines and are hiring counsellors to detect and dissuade children from falling prey to the game of suicide," reports Mail Today.
"Chhattisgarh to probe if oxygen shortage led to three newborn children's death," mentions Hindustan Times.
The Times of India reports that the Delhi Government "issued notices on Monday to 449 Schools that have either not repaid or partially paid back excess fees with 9% interest."
"Gross GST Revenue: government mops up 40,000 crore rupees," says The Financial Express. "Curious case of Kolkata's GST registration surge, surprises many, because as per official record the state is a laggard when it comes to business," notes The Business Line.
And finally, the iconic "Big Ben falls silent" in London on Monday ahead of four years' renovation work, The Asian Age says in a photo story. And in India, it looks like farewell time for McDonalds, which is closing 169 outlets in north and east India.

AIADMK merger: A tale of twists, turns and maneuvers in Tamil Nadu's fertile ground of political opportunism

AIADMK merger: A tale of twists, turns and maneuvers in Tamil Nadu's fertile ground of political opportunism

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The Current flood situation and the Utkal Express accident dominate most news papers today.
"Criminal negligence by Railways" headlines the DNA. Heads roll as probe finds train ran on under - repair tracks. Gangmen are Railways' own sahayaks, doing personal chores for Railway officials, reports the paper.
Shri Jharkhand Mahadev Mandir in Khatouli served free langar to about 500 passengers and opened all rooms for free stay for policemen and rescue team members, is a heartening story in the Hindustan Times.
Floods are pushing Bihar people to go to Punjab in search of employment reports The Tribune.
A day long conference in Guwahati on September the 7th, organised by The Art of Living, where some underground organisations of North East are expected to participate and meet its founder Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, is likely to be an ice breaker reports the DNA.
The Business Standard reports of the loss of confidence being faced by Infosys clients saying that quitting of its former chief executive Vishal Sikka has tarnished Infosys image as an innovator.
Assam plans to introduce a 2 - child norm, reports the Asian Age. Also in a new family pension policy, kin of deceased employee to get full pay till date of retirement, but no government Job on compassionate grounds.
Yet another city sanitation worker dying in a sewer in Delhi/A special screening of Toilet Ek Prem Katha for slum children in Jaipur/ 24 antiques brought back by government since 2014/And Indian origin 12 year old Rahul winning Britains Child genius IV show/are some of the other stories covered by papers today.

Utkal express derailment: Four Rly staff suspended, death toll rises to 22

Utkal express derailment: Four Rly staff suspended, death toll rises to 22

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The train tragedy in Khatauli in UP is the lead story in most papers. The Hindustan Times, The Asian Age, The Hindu have a picture of the accident site.  'Unattended, under repair track leads to tragedy in UP' writes the DNA, while the Statesman says '23 dead, 60 injured'.
The Janata Dal (United) returning to NDA after 4 years finds front page coverage in many dailies. 'JD(U) walks into NDA's waiting arms' writes the DNA. 'Janata Dal divided' says the Hindustan Times, adding 'Sharad Yadav says voters betrayed. Rival factions hold parallel meetings, supporters clash'.
'Stage set for merger of ADMK factions' says the Indian Express, of the political scenario in Tamil Nadu. 'Merger talks on, we will give you good news soon, says EPS and OPS' writes the Pioneer.
Yogi Adityanath taking a jibe at Rahul Gandhi over his visit to Gorakhpur finds place in the press. 'Yogi says Gorakhpur no picnic spot, Rahul hits back' says the Statesman. 'Rahul, Yogi in war of words over Gorakhpur' writes the Hindustan Times.
The crisis in Infosys is featured prominently in the business dailies. ' Infosys approves buyback of shares worth 13000 crore rupees' writes the Financial Express, while the Business Standard says 'Lawsuits likely in U.S. after shareholders suffer losses.'
In the Hindu Sunday special, the NHAI chairman saying that 'Indias' roads to be safer, greener' is good news. Apparently, there are plans of quick response ambulances to be stationed every 50 km and CNG fuel stations as part of wayside amenities.
And finally, in an inspirational story, the Times of India tells us about Akram. The paper writes' Jailed 21 times in 23 years, he is now a star performer at Tihar.' The paper adds that Akram today runs a theater group and provides acting classes for underprivileged youngsters and earns enough. Just goes to show that its never too late to turn over a new leaf and start afresh.

23 dead, over 400 injured as Utkal Express derails

23 dead, over 400 injured as Utkal Express derails

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Vishal Sikka quitting as Infosys chief, dominates headlines across dailies this morning.
"Sikka quits as Infy CEO over 'personal attacks' " is the lead in the Hindustan Times. "Vishal Sikka quits as Infosys CEO,  shares take a beating", is The Hindu headline. "Vishal Crisis at Infosys as Devalued Sikka Quits", comments The Economic Times. The Indian Express states "Infosys war out in open, CEO quits, board blames Murthy".
DNA draws attention to "India's quiet move to outsmart China", as PM Modi calls Nepal counterpart, and prepares to host Japanese PM, Shinzo Abe. "Ladakh scuffle bad for India, China", The Pioneer cites Ministry of External Affairs. "China refuses to share hydrological data as Assam combats floods", notes The Business Standard. The Statesman observes "Modi's visit to China for BRICS Summit uncertain."
"JD(U) Mantris set to join Team Modi" as the Nitish Kumar-led party is likely to officially announce its alliance with the NDA at the national level soon, is the lead in The Asian Age.
"Replace bureaucrats in Sports Authority of India with professionals", The Indian Express cites the task force appointed by the Prime Minister, to improve India's performance at the Olympics.
The Times of India reports "Swine Flu spurts in Delhi : 1,066 cases last month".
And finally, The Business Standard informs " Coke to cut sugar, offer more products in India" including juices and ethnic carbonated drinks.

Infyght, Sikka calls it quits

Infyght, Sikka calls it quits

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The Prime Minister's interaction with more than 200 entrepreneurs on Thursday has found prominence in many dailies. "Agents of change in pow-wow with PM" says Financial Express. "PM calls start-ups to join in governance," reports Business Standard. "Government firm to weed out graft": The Pioneer.
"BJP gets lion's share of donations from corporate houses between 2012 and 2016," reports Hindustan Times. "Builders remain biggest poll donors," notices DNA.
The Tribune reports that the BJP set the ball rolling for the 2019 Lok Sabha elections fixing an individual target of atleast '360+' seats. And winning around 120 constituencies where it had never won or had come second.
On 17 parties meeting yesterday, The Asian Age reports, "Opposition unites against 'divisive' BJP." The Indian Express says, "Rahul alleges RSS is getting into judiciary, media, army; BJP says unworthy of reply."
"Winning at all cost, without ethics, is new normal in politics: EC speaks out," headlines The Indian Express. Paper reports Election commissioner "Rawat asks parties, politicians, media to challenge this 'new narrative'."
"Supreme Court forces two Gujarat cops in Ishrat and Sohrabuddin cases to quit," reports The Times of India.
TMC sweeps civic polls in Bengal, BJP a distant second," says The Asian Age.
"Standoff over Doklam: Tokyo throws weight behind Delhi a month ahead of Shinzo Abe visit," says Indian Express. "Meanwhile, Army chief to begin three-day ladakh visit Sunday to take stock," reports The Asian Age.
And finally, The Hindu quotes an appeal to parents made by the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights, "Watch out for erratic behaviour in kids, which could be linked to the deadly 'Blue Whale' game." Forewarned is forearmed!

Van crashes into crowds in Barcelona, media says at least 13 killed

Van crashes into crowds in Barcelona, media says at least 13 killed

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The United States naming Pakistan based Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) as a foreign terrorist organisation and a Specially Designated Global Terrorist group is one of the stories that finds mention in the front pages of most of the dailies this morning."US designates Hizb global terror group. Fulfills long standing Indian demand"leads Hindustan Times.
Referring to the case of a Muslim man whose marriage was annulled by the Kerala High Court saying it was the case of alleged "love jihad" the Statesman writes "Supreme Court directs NIA probe into 'love jihad' nikah annulment."
"Supreme Court panel to review 241 'closed' 1984 riot cases", states the Asian Age, adding "Committee to comprise 2 retired Supreme Court judges".
After cardiac stents, the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has capped the pricing of orthopedic knee implants. The cobalt chromium knee implant, available at over 1,58,000 rupees at hospitals, will now be available for a ceiling price of 54,720 rupees, reports the Business Standard.
Referring to the Gorakhpur tragedy, the Hindu writes, "Gorakhpur deaths not due to lack of oxygen, says panel". The paper quotes the government committee as saying "As per record we have fewer deaths than last year."
"Chinese phone companies told to give security information" states the DNA. The paper writes that the centre has sent notice to 21 smart phone makers over data leak concerns.
" 'Make in India' driven metro rail policy gets Cabinet nod" informs The Hindu Business Line, adding "Cabinet Mandates some level of private participation in operation and maintenance.
And finally, Let the sun shine on your dirty denims! A new way to clean jeans through solar exposure. Well, the DNA reports that Scientists at the International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI), Hyderabad have discovered that when coated with a layer of titanium dioxide, jeans can simply be hung out to dry in the sunlight and they will get cleaned through a process called photocatalysis. To boot, any germs the fabric might have contacted also get neutralised.

Obama's tweet after Charlottesville becomes the most-liked tweet ever

Obama's tweet after Charlottesville becomes the most-liked tweet ever

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The Prime Minister's Independence day speech is covered prominently by papers today.
"Kashmir needs hugs, not bullets, says Modi" is the Hindustan Times headline. "Shortest speech, strongest message" observes the DNA. The Hindu writes "Show collective will to build a New India, says Modi. 'Shun violence in name of faith', The Times of India cites him.
'Citizens of all religions, ethnicity proud Indians', DNA quotes Chief Justice Khehar, recalling his family's role in the freedom movement.
Many papers carry photographs of school staff and children in a flooded Assam village saluting the Tricolour. The Mail Today caption reads "Flag over Flood".
The Hindu has a photograph  of the colourful 'Dahi Handi' ritual on Janmashtami taking on a distinct national flavour, with the Tricolour, captioned "High on freedom".
"First Partition museum set to open this week in Amritsar", reports the Hindu Business Line.
"Trump, Modi agree to elevate strategic talks , new mechanism ready,", states The Indian Express, as the US President called the Indian Prime Minister on India's Independence Day. The Times of India notes, " Eye on China, US and India announce 'elevated ' tie-up".
"Navy to commission Scorpene-class submarine INS Kalvari this month" mentions the Hindu Business Line.
"After Gujarat , Bihar Congress wary of revolt" notes The Asian Age.
And finally, patients visiting AIIMS in Delhi will not have to pay  for Blood tests, X-Rays , and similar tests, as well as admission and registration charges, with all medical tests below 500 rupees set to be free at the country's premier institute, is a front page report in the Hindustan Times.

Independence Day speech: Narendra Modi seeks 'New India' by 2022, shows PM confident of re-election

Independence Day speech: Narendra Modi seeks 'New India' by 2022, shows PM confident of re-election

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The first  Independence Day speech by President Ram Nath Kovind finds prominence in most dailies today.  "President rallies for New India Partnership, stresses on synergy between citizens and the government," reports The Statesman. "Egalitarian New India by 2022," quotes The Pioneer.
"Gross callousness in Gorakhpur: NHRC," notes Hindustan Times. "The incident was a mistake that happened at some level: Amit Shah," quotes DNA. "CM Yogi faces questions MP Yogi asked in the Lok Sabha 20 times in 12 years," notes The Indian Express.
"Article 35-A may go to Constitution bench amid growing political unease in Jammu and Kashmir," says the Tribune."Plea against Article 35-A cites gender bias," mentions The Indian Express.
"Flood fury engulfs North-East India," headlines the Pioneer. "6 Soldiers among 25 fear dead in Uttarakhand cloud burst," says the Times of India.
"JD-U suspends 21 Sharad loyalists,"reports Asian Age.
And finally, "Letting yourself be sad makes you happier, less stressed," The Times of India quotes researchers of the University of California, Berkley. "People who accept their negative emotions without judging or trying to change them are able to cope with their stress more successfully."

New India must be a compassionate society: President

New India must be a compassionate society: President

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The Pioneer reports of UP CM Yogi Adityanath  saying that exemplary action would be taken against those found responsible for the death of 72 children in a State Hospital in Gorakhpur.
The Tribune carries the picture of a landslide of a 150 metre stretch of Mandi Pathankot National Highway on its front page. "46 bodies recovered, landslide swallows road, buries 2 buses is the headline.
The Times of India reports of the Income Tax department aggressively pursuing names which appeared in Panama papers including Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan.
The Hindustan Times makes a startling revelation that  the toxic custom of DOWRY prevails and cases have doubled in 5 years in Delhi.
In the last 2 years, 13000 youth from Kashmir have enrolled in a Central Skill development initiative Udaan, 8000 have found placements in sectors ranging from tourism and hospitality to aviation and apparel- is a heartening front page story in Mail Today.
In a front page story, The Times of India reports of a possibility of "Lok Sabha elections to be advanced to sync with state polls next year."
Most papers today carry a full page advertisement on FAQs pertaining to GST on mining.
The DNA on its front page  carries a news item captioned "Sonia signals to party leaders: Priyanka as working president?"
AIIMS telecasting live a knee Robotic replacement surgery/a know your army exhibition starting in Jaipur/ this Janamastami, revived ancient water bodies in Brajbhumi also to be  a tourist attraction/ Shahpur Jat in Delhi a hub of handicrafts and Sikkim yak being without work due to lack of tourism  are some of the other stories covered by papers today.

Himachal Pradesh landslide: 46 bodies recovered; rescue operations to restart on Monday

Himachal Pradesh landslide: 46 bodies recovered; rescue operations to restart on Monday

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The Gorakhpur tragedy continues to dominate headlines this morning. "Encephalitis? zero oxygen? Apathy?" questions The Pioneer headline. The paper writes blame game on in 30 Gorakhpur deaths; UP government orders probe, BRDMCH principal sacked, spotlight on oxygen supplier too.  "Gorakhpur hospital ignored warnings on oxygen supply" leads The Hindu. The Asian Age quoting  Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath writes "No child died due to oxygen shortage."
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar replacing Sharad Yadav with his close aide RCP Singh as the Parliamentary leader of the Janta Dal United (JDU) in the Rajya Sabha is the other big story covered by  most of the newspapers on their front pages this morning. "Nitish ousts Sharad as JD-U RS leader" writes the DNA adding  "Final call on 'rebel leaders' will be taken during August 19 meet.
Referring  to 2 brothers choking to death in East Delhi sewer, The Statesman says "2 brothers die while cleaning sewer, father, fireman critical."
"You will soon pay less for calls, interconnect fee set to be cut" is the lead story in The Times of India. The paper informs that the TRAI  move will benefit Jio and also hit other biggies.
"Global  cyber attacks prompt India Inc  to run for cover" writes The Business Standard adding  that "The WannaCry ransomware attack in May this  year exposed the vulnerability of systems across the world."
Writing on Jammu and Kashmir Democratic Party Chief Shabir Shah The Asian Age informs "Central agencies to attach Shabir Shah's assets."
On Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban The Financial Express says "Sick PSUs to inject life into low-cost housing scheme. Vast tracts of land belonging to 8 PSUs to be made available for housing."
And finally, going left in the right world! Well, The Asian Age reports that Left handers the world over celebrate International  left handers day today. In India where an estimated 10% of the population is left-handed,  the belief that being left-handed connotes evil and is inauspicious continues.

State of Emergency Declared in Charlottesville After Protests Turn Violent

State of Emergency Declared in Charlottesville After Protests Turn Violent

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First mid-year Economic Survey scaling down growth figures, and the tragic death of children in a Gorakhpur hospital receive prominent attention in the press this morning.
"Economic Survey Lists Growth Pains, Prescribes Pep pills"; makes strong case for monetary easing and fiscal adjustments, writes The Economic Times. "Deflation may lay economy low" leads The Hindu Business Line. "Slowdown is here, growth is a challenge" says The Indian Express.
"Oxygen cut, 30 children die in Gorakhpur hospital" is the lead in The Hindustan Times. The Indian Express reports "60 kids die in five days at Gorakhpur hospital, 9, the day Yogi came visiting", though the Gorakhpur District Magistrate denied any death due to shortage of oxygen supply."
On the Doklam stand-off, The Tribune writes "Talks stuck, alert along LAC" while also citing the Chinese navy as saying, it has "No axe to grind with India". The Indian Express observes, "Cautiously, army raises alert level in Arunachal Pradesh". "India pumping in more soldiers, weapons on entire eastern front," reports The Times of India.
Faced with challenges of having two nuclear armed neighbors, the Indian "armed forces undergo nuclear, biological warfare training," notes The Hindu Business Line.
A Bihar IAS officer committing suicide just a week after being appointed District Magistrate of Buxar is widely reported. "Failed marriage drove Buxar DM to kill self on Ghaziabad railway tracks," states The Pioneer. The Times of India observes "Two calls, 6 police teams in pursuit, but Buxar DM's suicide couldn't be stopped."
On the fall-out within the JD-U, the Statesman reports "Nitish meets PM, Shah; says Sharad free to go alone."
"Import talk halts onion price surge" states The Hindu Business Line, as the price rally seems to be ebbing, while the quantity imported is not clear."
The Hindustan Times has a box item on "Polluted Mumbai river dyes dogs blue", with a photograph of a blue dog! The paper notes, untreated industrial waste being released into the Kasadi river in Navi Mumbai area may be the culprit.

Major changes expected in BJP leadership; Ram Madhav may come South

Major changes expected in BJP leadership; Ram Madhav may come South

North Korea Details Plan To Fire Missiles Over Japan, Near Guam

North Korea Details Plan To Fire Missiles Over Japan, Near Guam

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Most newspapers have prominently covered the special discussion in the Lok Sabha on the 75th anniversary of the Quit India Movement.
"We need unity like Quit India days: PM", is The Pioneer headline. The paper adds that the PM gave a clarion call for removing poverty, corruption, illiteracy and inequality from India by 2022. The Tribune headline on the same story reads - "Divide rules '75 years of Quit India' debate". The paper writes that the PM did not mention Jawaharlal Nehru even once, while Sonia Gandhi took a jibe at BJP by saying that some organisations opposed the Quit India movement.
Hindustan Times says, "Haryana BJP chief's son held for stalking". The paper adds that 5 days after the stalking incident, the attempt to kidnapping charge was slapped against the two accused.
Photographs depicting the sea of humanity that came out in the Maratha silent protest march in Mumbai finds place on many front pages. "Maratha show of strength in Mumbai" is the caption of one such photograph in DNA.
"China steps up troop presence at Doklam" is the Indian Express lead story. The paper reports that Chinese soldiers have pitched 80 tents in the area, while Indian Army has advanced its schedule for the training exercise in Sikkim.
The Times of India reports that the outgoing Vice President Hamid Ansari has said that there was a 'sense of unease among Muslims' as a result of growing intolerance in the country.
Business Standard raises a red flag about slow tax collection from corporate entities under the headline "Corporate Tax growth feels GST heat". The paper writes that corporate tax collection grew 7.2% in the April to July period in 2017, against 11.7% in the same period last year.
"Aadhaar may become the gatekeeper to D Street soon" headlines The Economic Times. The paper reports that the government and SEBI are planning to make Aadhaar mandatory for buying shares and mutual funds, in order to curb malpractices.
And finally, Financial Express reports that work on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project will commence soon. 

War With North Korea Not Imminent, Officials Say, but U.S. Would Still Win

War With North Korea Not Imminent, Officials Say, but U.S. Would Still Win

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The winning of Rajya Sabha seats by Amit Shah, Smriti Irani and Ahmed Patel amidst high voltage drama dominates the front pages of most papers today.
"Void votes give life support to Patel" is the DNA headline. The paper calls Shah vs Patel as a Battle of titans.
"EC jolt for BJP- advantage Ahmed Patel" headline the Pioneer.
The Asian Age reports that in a surprise development the Shiv Central Waqf Board told the Supreme court that a mosque can be built at a reasonable distance from the birth place  of Lord Ram in Ayodhya.
We all know plastic bags as a menace to environment. They choke drains and find their way into 'stray cows' stomachs. In a reply n Lok Sabha the environment Minister Harshwardhan has said that 17 states and Union Territories have imposed ban on manufacture, sale and use of plastic carrybags says a Tribune report.
The Hindu reports that ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi, a Bengaluru based start up is offering green Ganesha made of natural clay and organic vegetable dyes and thats not all. It has a seed ball inside so that as you water the Ganesha idol everyday the seeds will sprout.
The NPPA which capped the prices of coronary stents in February may soon impose a limit on prices of knee implants, speculates The Hindu Business Line.
The Narendra Modi government has asked all higher educational institutions to take students to memorials of freedom fighters and homes of martyrs as part of 70th Independence Day Celebration report most papers.
BSES issuing advisory warning against use of metal coated manjha for kites/ Chinese Company hacking a Gurugram Company/ and Toy train set to make a comeback in Nandan Kanan Biological Park in Bhubaneshwar/ India to get new safety standard for milk are some of the other stories covered by papers today.

Ahmed Patel beats BJP’s Rajput after EC invalidates 2 dissidents’ votes

Ahmed Patel beats BJP’s Rajput after EC invalidates 2 dissidents’ votes

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The Rajya Sabha polls in Gujarat is the lead story in most dailies. "Gujarat chessboard: Will Amit checkmate Ahmed?" says DNA. The Statesman calls it a "high-stakes thriller." Mail Today reports, "Ahmed Patel's Rajya Sabha seat rests on knife's edge."
"Congress facing existential crisis," The Tribune quotes senior party leader Jairam Ramesh. "Sultanate gone, but we still behave like Sultans.... Congress has to change: Jairam," reports The Indian Express.
"Bigger cars, bigger price tags," headlines Financial Express. "Luxury car firms lash out at government on cess flip-flop," reports Business Standard.
The Hindu Business Line and other papers note, "IT returns up 25%; Note-ban impact says Finance Minister."
"Ahead of polls, Tripura gets saffron image," says DNA with six sacked TMC MLAs joining the BJP on Monday.
 Newspapers have conflicting reports on the Chandigarh stalking case. "Police find CCTV proof of chase," says Hindustan Times whereas The Hindu says, "Chandigarh Police have no CCTV footage  on stalking." The Statesman reports, "BJP rules out Barala's removal." The Hindu states, "IAS officers body lends support and seeks exemplary punishment."
"Gau rakshaks attacked in Ahmednagar, Maharashtra," reports The Asian Age. Meanwhile, Business Line states,"Centre has no beef with export of buffalo meat--eyeing China, US markets."
"Niti Aayog's new head hints at more exits; waning 'foreign influence'," mentions Indian Express.
"Britons set to get 'right to be forgotten' on social media. The new law will allow people to have their personal  data deleted from social media sites," reports The Asian Age.
And finally,"Smaller planes could save us from infections," reports The Times of India. "Aeroplanes with their enclosed spaces and proximity between passengers, over long durations, are widely known as one of the portals that most facilitate the spread of infectious disease." It seems to be a case of 'small is safe, small is healthy'.

Clamour to oust Haryana BJP Chief Subhash Barala Grows after son accused of stalking released on bail

Clamour to oust Haryana BJP Chief Subhash Barala Grows after son accused of stalking released on bail  

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Jammu and Kashmir police solving July 10th Amarnath pilgrims attack case is one of the stories that finds mention on the front pages of dailies this morning. The Pioneer quoting the J & K police writes "LeT footprint all over attack on yatris". The paper also mentions that the police arrested three co-conspirators and said Pakistani terrorist Abu Ismail was the master mind.
The Prime Minister's Office (PMO) has directed the Ministry of Finance to fund the losses incurred by the Indian Railways in operating non-profitable trains on strategic lines and backward areas reports The Hindu.
Referring to the attack against BJP's RSS workers in Kerala, DNA quoting Union Minister Arun Jaitley writes "Attack on RSS brutal".
"GST council approves hike in Luxury Car Cess", informs the Economic Times, adding "Cess to go up to 25 per cent post changes in GST compensation law".
All the papers take note of three labourers who died in south Delhi's Lajpat Nagar on Sunday after inhaling poisonous fumes from a sewer drain they had entered to clean without any safety gear.
Jamacia's sprint King Usain Bolt bowing out with a bronze in his last 100 meters solo race is covered with reports and photographs by almost all the dailies.  The Hindu carries a photograph of US Athlete Justin Gatlin paying his respect to Usain Bolt after winning the Final of the 100 metre 2017 IAAF World Championships in London. The Caption above the photograph says 'Victor and the veteran'. "Jolt for Bolt but winner bows to the legend" is how The Times of India caption puts it.

'KCR Can't Blame Centre on GST, Decisions Taken Collectively'

'KCR Can't Blame Centre on GST, Decisions Taken Collectively'

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'V for Venkaiah' is how the DNA headlines Naidu's victory. 'Venkaiah sweeps Vice President polls with 516 votes' writes the Hindu, while the Times of India says '20 opposition MP's voted in his favour and that he has won by the highest margin in 30 years'. The Sunday Tribune further adds saying comprehensive 516-244 win over Gandhi amid cross-voting.
'China mulling small scale military operation against India' says the Statesman, while the Hindu headline reads 'At the Nathula pass, There is little to suggest increased tensions between India and China, though military presence has been stepped up'.
Rajiv Kumar taking over as the new vice chairman of NITI Aayog finds front page coverage in most dailies.
The Hindustan Times on its page one plus has cricketer R. Ashwin's photograph titled 'Another high five for Ashwin'. The paper adds that Ashwin went past Harbhajan Singh on the list of bowlers with most 5 wicket hauls and that Kumble is the only Indian ahead of him.
The GST council revising rates on 19 services is the Times of India lead. 'GST relief for  textiles, goods movement to get smoother' is the paper's headline. 'GST council's nod the e-way bill system' writes the Tribune.
Son of Haryana BJP chief held for stalking girl figures on the front page of many papers - 'Victim is the daughter of a Haryana government's official' says the Hindu.
A grave matter of concern is the number of increasing suicides, posted on social media, writes the Times of India. "Death goes live for 'likes' " says the paper, adding that suicide notes of facebook show dependence on Social media.
'And finally 'Braid chopping hysteria grips capital, writes the Pioneer, of the chopping of women's tresses across India. The paper says that 3 fresh cases have been reported from Jamia Nagar, Uttam Nagar and Nagloi but the Hindustan Times is sceptical as it writes 'Familiar tales of fear and false belief ' and talks of history of hysteria, referring to Ganesha's milk miracle, among other things.

‘Orator’ Venkaiah Naidu had backed Modi before 2014 elections

‘Orator’ Venkaiah Naidu had backed Modi before 2014 elections

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Aadhaar needed for death certificates, is a major story in most papers.
"Aadhaar 'needed, not must' for death certificates" DNA cites the government. Hindustan Times says, the government has clarified Aadhaar not made mandatory, but is required for registration of deaths from October 1.
"Shared interests of India, China outweigh differences, says Chinese Consul General" leads The Indian Express, a day after Sushma Swaraj underlined talks as a solution to the Doklam standoff.
"Cross-LoC trade and travel to resume next week" amid NIA reservations, highlights the DNA.
"1st Pak Hindu minister in 25 years" reports The Asian Age, of Dr. Darshan  Punshi from Sindh, who was sworn in as Minister of State in new Pakistan Prime Minister, Shahid Khaqan Abbasi's Cabinet.
"Government to sell stake in 22 companies" is the lead in The Hindustan Times. The Economic Times headlines it as "Government offers slice of Blue Chips via New Exchange-Traded Fund."
"Cattle trade ban rules were not placed before Parliament; In reply to RTI plea, Lok Sabha Secretariat says Centre did not follow procedure" reports The Hindu.
"Up to 450 percent mark-up on Knee implants, government may cap prices" leads The Times of India, citing an analysis by the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority which shows, distributors and hospitals earn the most.
The Economic Times notes "IGST a Bitter Pill for Patients with Rare Disorders" as drugs exempt from duties, not from GST.
"IIT's all-women team offers new tool in fight against cancer" informs The Indian Express.
And finally, "In Kashmir, a football coach helps youngsters dream of life goals". The Times of India carries the story of 23-year-old Qudsia Altaf, who left her civil engineering dream to apply salve on a distressed people, and now wants to take her football team to an international event.

Naidu favourite in V-P poll today

Naidu favourite in V-P poll today

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External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj's comments on the situation in the Doklam area where India and China are engaged in a face-off dominate front page headlines. The Asian Age quotes Ms Swaraj as saying "Doklam resolution lies in talks , not war". Drawing attention to two diplomatic options the government is considering to deal with the stand-off, The Indian Express reports "2 options : Let Bhutan troops replace India's, wait until November".
The Supreme Court rejecting the Congress's plea for a stay on the 'None of the Above' or NOTA option in the forthcoming Gujarat Rajya Sabha polls gets wide traction in the press. The Times of India notes "SC wont ban NOTA in Gujarat Rajya Sabha polls". What happens if an MLA does use the NOTA option? The Hindu says "Impact of NOTA will be like abstention ; it does not attract anti-defection law".
Taking note of the Election Commission's submissions to the Supreme Court regarding the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the Hindustan Times reports "Poll panel will deploy 16 Lakh EVMs with paper trails for 2019".
The killing of two army personnel in an ambush by the Hizbul Mujahideen in South Kashmir's Shopian district gets front page attention. The DNA reports "Army Major, jawan die in J&K ambush".
The Pioneer takes note of Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari's comments on the state of the country's road infrastructure in the Lok Sabha during question hour. The paper quotes him as saying "100 bridges on brink of collapse ; Collated data on bridges, culverts across country as part of steps to avert road mishaps".

India taking efforts to ease China standoff, war no solution: #SushmaSwaraj in RS

India taking efforts to ease China standoff, war no solution: #SushmaSwaraj in RS

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Income tax raids on premises linked with a Karnataka Minister who is hosting over forty Gujarat Congress MLAs at a resort owned by him near Bengaluru is the front page lead in most papers. The Indian Express reports "Taxmen raid Minister guarding Gujarat Congress flock from BJP : Raids ahead of Rajya Sabha polls ; Election Commission seeks government response". Highlighting political reactions the Pioneer states "Bid to derail RS polls, says Congress; no link retorts Jaitley".
The reduction of repo rates by the Reserve Bank of India is prominently noticed in the press. On its likely impact on loans the opinion in the press seems to be divided with the Financial Express reporting "RBI cuts but loans may not be cheaper" while the Tribune states "RBI cuts repo rate ; home, auto loans to get cheaper". The Times of India notes "Government disappointed with small cut in interest rates".
The press keenly notes New Delhi's reaction to China's claim that India had reduced its troop strength in the Doklam area where the countries have been involved in a standoff. The Hindustan Times reports "Government denies China claim that India has reduced its troops in Doklam".
The Supreme Court order on illegal mining in Odisha has been widely noticed in the papers. The Hindustan Times quotes the apex court as saying "Defaulters should pay full value of ores". The Times of India reports "Companies asked to pay 17,000 crore rupees for illegal mining in Odisha".
Most papers report that the Daman and Diu administration has had to withdraw a circular which it had issued just yesterday. The Hindu writes "Rakhi diktat in Daman and Diu withdrawn following uprorar ; women staff were told to tie rakhis on their male colleagues".
And finally.....if you've always fancied yourself as a saviour of the world American space agency NASA has the right job for you with an attractive salary, that of a planetary protection officer. The Asian Age says "Nasa offers 1 crore rupees to stop alien invasion". 

Interest rate touches 6-year low after RBI’s rate cut

Interest rate touches 6-year low after RBI’s rate cut

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LeT Commander Abu Dujana killed in an encounter, and Niti Aayog chief, Arvind Panagariya quitting his post, receive prominent attention in the press.
"Top Pak LeT militant killed in J&K encounter" highlights The Asian Age. "Forces in Jammu and Kashmir track, kill top LeT militant on secret visit to wife" is The Times of India headline.
"Panagariya steps down as chief of Niti Aayog, will return to academia" is The Indian Express lead, adding that he "Raised red flags, couldn't stop power centres within".
On the ongoing debate on right to privacy, The Hindustan Times reports " Panel to suggest steps to protect personal data, government informs Supreme Court". 'Aadhaar can't be used to track citizens' DNA cites the Centre. Times of India quotes the Supreme Court ' Economic rights can't undermine basic rights'.
"Shah pulls up party MPs for skipping Parliament" reports The Hindustan Times, of BJP President Amit Shah. The Asian Age states "Absentee legislators may have to give written explanation".
"AIADMK may join NDA after its factions merge" is a front page story in The Hindustan Times. The Hindu writes "Only a united AIADMK can be an ally, says BJP".
"Gujarat ex-top cop Vanzara cleared in Sohrabuddin, Prajapati encounter cases" highlights The Times of India. The Indian Express says " CBI court cites lack of evidence, gives clean chit to Vanzara".
Hindustan Times has a box item termed 'Kitchen politics', on the Gujarat Congress MLAs lodged in a Karnataka resort, "Congress MLAs miss home food, to get Gujarati chef".
DNA reports on "Stray cattle : Haryana may send its bulls to MP" as the deadline of August 15 to be the first state to be free of stray cattle, approaches.
And finally, "After losing 31-year -old son, woman delivers healthy baby boy at 64" through in vitro fertilisation, is a story of hope and possibilities, in The Times of India.

Focus on the big fish

Focus on the big fish

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Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar saying that 'the re-election of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2019 is inevitable' is one of the top stories covered by newspapers on their front pages this morning. Hindustan Times quoting Nitish writes, "Nobody can match Modi in 2019".
The State Bank of India (SBI) becoming the first bank to cut the savings rate to 3.5 per cent, first such cut since it was deregulated in 2011 is the other big story covered by most of the dailies.
Referring to outgoing Pakistan High Commissioner Abdul Basit, the Indian Express quoting him writes, "NSAs in touch...hope this helps both countries come to table".
"Government's August Kranti against graft" notes the Pioneer. The paper writes, "NDA government has asked the vigilance department of each Ministry to prepare a dossier of officials who are corrupt or have dubious service record and submit it by August 5th. The list will be sent to CBI and CVC". "Centre seeks names of corrupt officers", says DNA.
Consumers will have to pay more for petrol and diesel starting August 1st as the oil marketing companies have decided to increase the dealer commission they pay fuel pump owners reports the Financial Express.
"Shah to remain BJP President, won't join government", informs the Asian Age.
And finally, key to check obesity is in our brain! Well, the Times of India reports, according to new research, cells in the brain that may help control the human impulse have been discovered, with the development holding out hope of new treatments for obesity. The research adds weight to evidence that eating is a surprisingly complex biological behavior.

Chinese army entered Indian territory, threatened shepherds in Uttarakhand

Chinese army entered Indian territory, threatened shepherds in Uttarakhand

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Most newspapers have different stories as their lead today. Several papers have prominently noticed Chinese president's statement at a military parade to mark the 90th anniversary of the Chinese army. "Amidst Doklam standoff, Xi Jinping talks tough" headlines The Statesman. DNA's lead headline reads "Can defeat any invading army, boasts Beijing". The paper also writes that Indian security officials have dismissed the threat and asserted that there is no need to be unnerved.
Another story that finds space on most front pages is the record seizure of heroin by the Coast Guard off the Gujarat shore.  "1500 kg heroin seized in record haul", writes The Hindustan Times. The paper adds that the contraband is estimated to be worth around 4500 crore rupees in the international market.
The Indian Express lead headline reveals that "Besides buying forest land, Chhattisgarh minister's wife also encroached on 13.9 hectares of govt land". The paper further writes that in a defiant response to a notice by the tehsildar, the minister' wife and son have offered another tract of land in exchange.
"AIADMK may join NDA soon", reckons The Asian Age. The paper also says that the TN party could get a Union Cabinet berth in reshuffle.
In its lead story, The Times of India warns that according to an IIT Kanpur study, India is vulnerable to cyber crime, and must urgently upgrade its defence. The paper adds that incidents of cyber crime grew by over 100% in 2015.
"Regulator turns up heat on erring CAs", headlines the Hindu. The paper reports that 4445 complaints have been registered against CAs and punishment awarded in 402 cases till March 2017.
Under the caption "A welcome surgical strike from across LoC", The Economic Times writes that Indian companies still rely on Pakistan-made surgical instruments for both domestic use and exports. The paper adds that scissors, forceps and other surgical instruments are manufactured more efficiently and at a much cheaper price in Pakistan.
And finally, for all those who have been missing the tangy taste of tomato, some good news. The Pioneer  reports that. Supplies from southern and other states are expected to improve soon and bring down the prices of tomato from its current three figure mark.