14 Million Visitors to U.S. Face Social-Media Screening

14 Million Visitors to U.S. Face Social-Media Screening

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'Since a massive hunt is on to trace the culprits responsible for the CBSE examination' paper leak, most dailies cover this story predominantly. Hindustan Times writes "CBSE leak sparks political storm, 34 suspects quizzed", re-test could be confined to Delhi if police confirm city as epicentre. New dates expected on Monday.
Pictures of a tearful Steve Smith at a Sydney press conference on the recent ball  tampering incident, cover most front pages. The Times of India headline reads, "Smith Breaks Down, Aussi coach Lehmann Steps Down".The coach said 'ultimately I'm responsible for the culture of the team' and Cameron Bankcroft too has admitted to lying.
Woes  continue for the country's largest private sector lender, ICICI bank as - "RBI slaps ICICI bank with heavy penalty for flouting guidelines" reports The Indian Express. The RBI said  - a penalty of 58.9 crore rupees was imposed for non-compliance with directions on direct sale of securities from its 'held-to-maturity' portfolio and its disclosure.
DNA writes - North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un has pledged his commitment to denuclerisation and to meet US officials, China said on Wednesday, after the North Korean president's meeting with Chinese  President XI Jingping.
"Panel will steer clear of Muslim marriage law" is a headline in Hindustan Times. The Law Commission of India, the country's top law advisory board which is working on a draft Uniform Civil Code - will steer clear of most personal laws relating to Muslim marraige and divorce, but will still examine Muslim personal laws relating to adoption and succession.

Mamata Banerjee pushes for 3rd front, meets Pawar, Shiv Sena and TRS MPs

Mamata Banerjee pushes for 3rd front, meets Pawar, Shiv Sena and TRS MPs

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A full scale 'war of words' breaking out between the opposition Congress and the ruling BJP, over alleged misuse of Indians' data, is extensively covered in the Press this morning. "Data leak war, Day after BJP tweaks policy, Congress junks app, headlines The Times of India, adding that allegations are flying thick and fast between the Congress and the BJP over potential misuse of subscriber data on their apps.
"Supreme Court to examine validity of polygamy, nikah halala" - headlines Hindustan Times. The Indian Express writes - seven months after it set aside the centuries-old practice of instant triple talaq, the Supreme Court on Monday agreed to examine the constitutional validity of practices like Polygamy nikah halala, nikah misyar and nikah mutah among muslims.
"No early Lok Sabha polls, says Prime Minister at meet", reports The Asian Age. Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his interaction with the partie's parliamentarians on Friday, gave clear indications that the 2019 general elections would not be advanced, not at least till January".
The Indian Express on its front page writes - Even as it continues to face heat on issue of data protection, the Centre has quitely put in the public domain the draft of a law to ensure protection of health data, that makes any breach punishable by up to 5 years imprisonment and a 5 lakh rupee fine.
"Didi in Delhi, to meet Sonia and NCP chief" headlines The Asian Age. Mamata Banarjee, who has been positioning herself as the leader on an anti-BJP national Alliance, arrived in Delhi yesterday for a 3 days visit, when she will meet leaders of the Congress and other opposition parties.
And finally, "Sensex rises 470 points as banks rally" reports DNA Money. After two days of massive fall, Indian Equities made a robust comeback on Monday,  with the Sensex rising almost 470 points to close at 33,066.

South solidarity worries BJP

South solidarity worries BJP

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi's monthly Radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat', yesterday,  is quoted extensively by this morning's Press.  "Prime Minister launches renewed Farmer, Dalit outreach".  At a time when agrarian distress has been in sharp focus, the Prime Minister sought to win over both sections by promising remunerative Minimum Support Prices and saying that he himself is an example of Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar's philosophy.

"Rahul and BJP spar over PM App Data Leak" - is the top headline in the Asian Age.  Congress president Rahul Gandhi on Sunday alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official App was sharing data without user's consent.  This charge has been trashed by the BJP as a 'fake story' - adds the paper.

"Law panel seeks wider talks on Uniform Civil Code" - reports Mail Today.  Eighteen months after issuing a questionnaire on the feasibility of a Uniform Civil Code in India, The Law Commission has invited detailed submissions and views from stake holders on the contentious issue.

Australian skipper Steve Smith being handed a one-test ban for his role in the ball-tempering scandal, is also prominently noted in this morning's papers.  The Indian Express writes that Steve Smith and Cameron Bancroft confessed to ball tampering after Saturday's play.

The headline in the Pioneer reads "Riding Shatabdi to Get Cheaper".  Fares in premium Shatabdi Express routes with low passenger turnout, will be slashed.

The Indian Express reports "In a major initiative to monitor rising pollution in water bodies in the North-East, a 'Floating Laboratory' has been set-up by the Institute of Bio-resources and Sustainable Development in Manipur, to monitor the health of lakes and rivers and to put into place preventive measures.

And finally, The Times of India reiterates "Now being overweight can shorten lifespan".  A US based study in Chicago offers fresh evidence that extremely Obese people have shorter lives by around 6 years and that even those who are 'just overweight', spend more years living with heart diseases..

Rahul Gandhi alleges data 'leak' from NaMo android app, BJP hits back

Rahul Gandhi alleges data 'leak' from NaMo android app, BJP hits back

A LOOK AT TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-

Most newspapers today have reported prominently on RJD leader Lalu Prasad Yadav's conviction in the fourth fodder scam case. " Lalu gets 14 years in jail after fourth fodder scam conviction", reports The Times of India. It adds that the total quantum of sentence in all four cases adds up to 41 year, but some terms will run concurrently.
Mayawati's declaration of continued support for the Samajwadi Party also finds prominent coverage. The Indian Express headline "Together till 2019, RS setback won't hurt alliance, says Maya."
In a significant story, The Hindustan Times reports on its front page that the US has added seven Pakistani companies to a list of foreign entities that are subject to stringent export control measures, a move that Indian officials said would boost New Delhi's bid to join the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) an elite club of countries that deal with trade in fissile materials and nuclear technologies.
The Times of India reports that a government appointed teacher Ranjini Kant Mendhe, 29, travels 50 KM every day to teach a single student eight year old Yuvraj Sangale, at Chandar village, more than 100 KM from Pune.

Mayawati on coalition course for resurrection

Mayawati on coalition course for resurrection

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The results of the Rajya Sabha elections and the Delhi High Court's verdict quashing the disqualification of 20 AAP MLAs are some of the top newspaper stories this morning.
"Big gains for BJP in Rajya Sabha elections" headlines the DNA. "BJP wins 12 out of 25 seats in 6 states; Congress gets 5" writes the Asian Age. The Indian Express headline reads - "BJP avenges Lok Sabha by-poll loss, now largest Rajya Sabha party".
The Delhi High Court setting aside the disqualification of 20 AAP MLAs in the office of profit case is prominently highlighted by the papers. "High Court sets aside Election Commission disqualification of 20 AAP MLAs; asks for fresh hearing" headlines the The Times of India. "Kejri hails victory of truth, MLAs joins House"writes the Asian Age. The Hindu quotes the BJP as saying "HC's verdict proves independence of judiciary".
Several papers also highlight Congress' decision to move a no confidence motion against the ruling government in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday. "Now, a Congress push for no-trust move in Parliament" headlines the DNA.
The Hindustan Times, in a front-page photograph, captures social activist Anna Hazare's indefinite hunger strike for Lokpal appointment, remunerative crop prices and electoral reforms. "Anna Back at Ramlila Maidan" is the photograph's caption.
And finally, "depressed people are more likely to  be phone addicts" writes the Times of India. The paper says as levels of anxiety increase, problematic smartphone use also increases.

CBI arrests TIL directors in Rs 1,394-cr loan fraud case

CBI arrests TIL directors in Rs 1,394-cr loan fraud case

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Most papers today on their front pages, carry Facebook CEO mark Zuckerburg's apology for data leak.
"Facebook vows stricter user data safety" is the DNA headline Mark Zuckerburg promises respect to India election process, says the report.
The government has removed the cap it had imposed last year on educational expenses paid to children of martyr or those disabled in military action says a Tribune report.
The Asian Age and DNA reports that CCTV's were turned off during former Tamilnadu Chief Minister - Jaya Lalita's 75 day stay in Apollo hospital quoting the hospital's chairman.
"Tax free gratuity till 20 Lakh for private sector" is a Times of India headline - The Parliament cleared the bill yesterday.
The DNA carries touching picture of villagers in an Agartala village collecting water from a small muddy stream to be filtered with a cloth and used for drinking -  it was World Water Day yesterday.
Raja Ravi Varma's work TILOTTAM fetched 5 crore rupees at sothebys auction in New York reports the Financial Express.
A report in the Tribune points to the neglect suffered by a building in Ferozpur which was a hideout of Shaheed Bhagat Singh.
"Did you know that 2018 is the 'year of millets' ? The government is promoting cultivation of Jowar, Bajra, Rabi - even Kutki, Kodo, Sawa, Kangini and Cheena as nutri cereals as they are fully nutritious and are resistant to drought and climate change - indeed a win-win situation for both consumer and farmer - thats a story in The Pioneer.
And finally, 5 finalists from 25 countries in Washington. Their Start -up is about making water from air using 100 per cent renewable energy reports The Hindu.

Facebook data breach: Mark Zuckerberg says ‘made mistakes’ on Cambridge Analytica, outlines fixes

Facebook data breach: Mark Zuckerberg says ‘made mistakes’ on Cambridge Analytica, outlines fixes

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Most Papers this morning highlight the recovery of the  Indians  who went 'missing' in Iraq, since June 2014. "ISIS killed 39 abducted Indians" is The Asian Age headline. Quoting government sources the paper reports that nearly four years after 39 Indian workers were kidnapped by ISIS in the Iraqi city of Mosul, Minister of External Affairs Sushma Swaraj confirmed in Parliament yesterday that they have been killed and their bodies exhumed from a mass grave.
The Times of India reports that PM Narendra Modi greeted Chinese president XI Jinping on his re-election. The paper,  quoting President XI as he kicks off a second and indefinite term, says he is 'ready for a bloody battle and won't cede an inch of Chinese land to others'.
The Asian Age writes that Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal will hold an all party meeting with the Supreme Court appointed monitoring committee on unauthorised constructions, to find a solution to the sealing drive. He has invited leaders of the Congress and the BJP to attend the meeting.
Financial express writes that IndiGo and Qatar Airways are interested in gaining control of Air India in a consortium, and are likely to make a joint bid.
DNA writes that investment bank Goldman Sachs downgraded its forecast for India's economy yesterday. The caption says "PNB effect, Goldman lowers GDP forecast to 7.6 per cent".
The Times of India reports that the government rolled out its plan yesterday to grant more autonomy to better performing central, state and private universities, with the Universities Grants Commission giving 60 institutions 'special status' that will allow them to start new courses and offer competitive salaries.
And finally, The Indian Express informs us that 15 years after the army vacated it, parts of Delhi's Red Fort, which have been inaccessible to the public till now, are being restored by the Archaeological Survey of India and will soon be part of the unique 'Lal Qila experience' for visitors.

39 Indians killed in Iraq: Families mourn the loss of dear ones

39 Indians killed in Iraq: Families mourn the loss of dear ones

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Two more apologies from Delhi Chief Minister and AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal secured acquittals for him in defamation cases filed by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and Congress leader Kapil Sibal's son Amit Sibal is one of the top stories covered by the dailes this morning. "Sorry, Sorry, Sorry" leads Mail Today adding "Faced with defamation cases from every corner, Kejriwal apologies to Gadkari and Sibal after the first one to Majithia".
The high drama in Parliament is also extensively covered by the press. "Protesting MPs again stall debate on no-trust motion. Speaker Sumitra Mahajan cites ongoing chaos in Lok Sabha to deny discussion", leads The Hindu.
Referring to the Lingayat sect, Hindustan Times writes "Lingayats a religious minority, says Karnataka; Centre will decide". "karnataka plays 'Lingayats not Hindu' card" says The Pioneer. The paper writes that Congress government tags dominant group as religious minority, moves Centre for nod.
On the possibility of cobbling up a joint front of like minded parties minus the Congress to challenge the ruling BJP led alliance in next year general election, The Tribune writes "Mamata, KCR discuss new 'federal poll front'. Quoting the Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao, the paper says "Will offer something Congress, BJP unable to execute".
Writing on the Fodder scam case, DNA writes "Lalu is guilty in 4th case too". "Lalu guilty in 4th fodder scam case, Mishra freed. Sentencing on March 21, two cases remain" notes The Asian Age.
"Doval heads to US to get 2-2 dialogue back on track", reports Hindustan Times.
And finally, "9 bullets fail to stop Cheetah's resurgence. Well, The Pioneer carries the amazing story of Chetan Kumar Cheetah who sustained nine bullets in an encounter between a group of terrorists and security forces in J&K. He resumes duty after month in coma and a year in hospital after he fought death and miraculously survived.

It is a people’s front, says KCR after meeting Mamata Banerjee

It is a people’s front, says KCR after meeting Mamata Banerjee

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Rahul Gandhi's address at the AICC plenary session and BJP reaction to it are the lead stories in newspapers today.
The Hindustan Times headline reads " Rahul says will build a new Congress to fight BJP". "Rahul's 2019 battle cry : It's truth versus lies, like Pandavas versus Kauravas" writes the Indian Express.
'Rahul speech is the rhetoric of a loser' DNA quotes Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. "Congress engaged in fake news, retorts BJP" reports the Pioneer.
"Lok Sabha showdown likely today on no-trust move" notes the Asian Age asking "will TRS, AIADMK let Lok Sabha function?"
"Pak firing kills couple, 3 kids; India hits back" is the lead in the DNA.
3 AIIMS doctors killed in Yamuna express-way crash, is a story, highlighted byalmost all newspapers. "No one hurried to save lives of emergency specialists" observes the Times of India.
"Nifty may fall below 10,000 as fear-factor rises on Dalal-Street",  writes DNA Money.
"Higher Demand, Fewer Planes set to Drive up Summer fares" notes the Hindustan Times. The Hindu reports "Two more IndiGo jets grounded".
And finally, the Times of India reports on a strange event "Yagya of 500 quintals of wood to 'curb pollution' " in Meerut city.

Our Pandavas to fight BJP Kauravas: Rahul Gandhi

Our Pandavas to fight BJP Kauravas: Rahul Gandhi

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-

The Congress party's 84th plenary session in New Delhi is covered extensively with reports and photographs on the front pages of most of the dailies. The photographs show Rahul Gandhi hugging his mother UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi after her speech at plenary session. "Projecting younger face, Congress takes a step closer to alliances" leads The Indian Express. "Congress hints at readiness for tie-up to beat BJP in 2019" says The Hindu adding "Plenary resolution calls for return to paper ballots". "Rahul allays old guard's fears on future" says The Times of India.
The paper quotes BJP chief Amit Shah as saying "Relish idea of Modi vs Rest in 2019".
Writing on the aftermath of the debacle in Lok Sabha by-elections in Gorakhpur and Phulpur The Asian Age writes "Yogi faces dissent after bypoll loss. CM transfer 37 IAS officers".
The Tribune quoting the Prime Minister on the minimum support price (MSP) writes "Input costs to be worked out for MSP" adding "Many people spreading rumour's".
Referring to the ongoing Indo-Pak tensions and the diplomatic row,  The Statesman informs that "Pakistan pulls out of WTO meet in Delhi".
"Ola, Uber drivers to go strike on Monday onwards across metro's" reports DNA.
"Cold 'War of nerves' between Moscow, London escalates" reports The Pioneer adding "Russia expels 23 British diplomats in spy-poisoning response".
On Harley Davidson motor company The Hindu in a Sunday special reports that "Ahead of Trump call, probe on Harley Davidson changed gears. Directorate of Revenue intelligence closed case of alleged duty evasion for lack of evidence".
The phone booth makes a comeback! Well, The Times of India reports that open plan offices in New York are installing call rooms to give employees some privacy and space. The booth at The Wing in New York has a retro telephone and now more work spaces are following suit.

Sonia: Trickster Modi wrested power with sheer ‘dramebaazi’

Sonia: Trickster Modi wrested power with sheer ‘dramebaazi’

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The news of the Telugu Desam Party finally quitting the National Democratic Alliance dominates the lead headlines this morning. "BJP calm as TDP quits NDA, moves no-confidence move" headlines the Asian Age. The Times of India writes "Opposition gathers to back no-trust move, but Modi govt looks safe".
The Economic Times leads with "Markets slide on Global Sentiment, Local Politics" as the benchmark indices posted their biggest single day fall since February 2nd.
Several papers also report about the Centre telling the Supreme Court that it won't touch the ancient coral underwater bridge, the Ram Sethu for the implementation of the Sethusamudram Shipping Canal Project. "Will preserve Ram Sethu for nation's sake: Centre to SC" writes the Pioneer.
Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal's apology to Shrimani Akali Dal's Bikram Singh Majithia also gets major traction in the papers. "Kejri's sorry hits AAP hard" headlines the DNA while the Tribune reports "Mann, Arora quit AAP posts".
"Banks leave worries behind, Disburse One lakh Crore Rupees in 2 weeks" headlines the Economic Times. The paper quoting experts writes that the trend belays fears that the Punjab National Bank fraud put a freeze on credit as lenders became excessively wary.
Under the headline "Govt meets farm credit target" the Pioneer writes that the actual loan disbursal to farmers in 2016-17 is 118.42% of the planned amount.
Singer Daler Mehendi getting a 2 year jail term in the 2003 human trafficking case is also highlighted by the papers. "2 year jail for kabootarbaaz Daler Mehendi" headlines the Pioneer.
"Beginning Sunday, Uber, Ola drivers say to go off roads" is a top headline in the Financial Express. The paper says the indefinite strike over repayment defaults for drivers is expected to be observed in Mumbai, Benguluru, Delhi, Hyderabad and Pune, among others. 
The Indian Express reports about a worrysome trend in India, in contrast to the worldwide trends. "More women have cancer than men" in India according to a study published in the new Lancet paper. The India-specific genetic biomarkers urgently need to be be identified, writes the daily.

No confidence in BJP: TDP

No confidence in BJP: TDP

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Most papers lead today with news of the Telugu Desam Party getting all set to exit the BJP led alliance." Signalling support to rival YSR, TDP puts its ally BJP on notice," writes the Indian Express while the Hindustan Times says "YSR Congress moots a no-confidence vote in Lok Sabha".
The Asian Age writes that Slamming " irresponsible Reporting," the Chief Justice  of India Dipak Mishra has asked the Electronic Media and news websites not to feel like the "Pope sitting in the Pulpit" and telecast or write anything that contains baseless insinuations.
One of the lead headlines in the Times of India raises grave concerns over bottled water. The paper writes that a study by scientists of the State University of New York has found that more than 90 per cent of bottled water world wide including India contains tiny pieces of Plastic.
In an Exclusive news story, the Mail today headlines " 5 AIIMS doctors end up in Psych ward" writing that mounting stress level due to work pressure is taking a toll on the doctors' mental health, with some ending up in the Institute's Psychiatric ward or trying to end their life.
Asking the question "One more year?" the Hindustan times reports that students across the country may have to spend 4 years in college to graduate with a bachelors degree in line with a proposal by the committee drafting a National Education Policy is set to make to the HRD Ministry.
The Pioneer writes that after the news CBSE class 12th  Accountancy paper leak went viral yesterday, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) dismissed the news calling it a rumour.
And finally , The Times of India says that as the weather warms up, spring is not the only thing around the corner- the end of your relationship could be as well, as the spring  month mark the begining of the 'uncuffing season'- the  time of the year when relationships formed during the cold lonely winter months come to an end.

In stunning blow, BJP loses UP LS seats vacated by Yogi, deputy CM

In stunning blow, BJP loses UP LS seats vacated by Yogi, deputy CM

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"Aadhaar linkage deadline put off until SC verdict" is the lead in the Hindustan Times. "Supreme Court extends March 31st deadline for Aadhaar linkage indefinitely" headlines the Times of India.
The Indian Express leads with "Nirav Modi fallout: RBI discontinues LoUs, may impact trade financing". The Times of India reports "RBI bans all Indian banks from issuing LoUs, LoCs" or Letters of Undertaking and Letters of Comfort. In a 'Clean-Up Act', "Banks may give PNB short-term loans" states the Financial Express.
"Army paints grim picture of finances" pointing to a looming financial crisis crippling India's combat capabilities, at a time when it should be prepared for a two-front war, highlights the Hindustan Times on its front page. The Asian Age writes "Budget '19 dashed our hopes to modernise, says Army Vice-Chief".
"Airfares soar as IndiGo, GoAir cancel flights" reports the Financial Express. Mail Today says "Chaos in the Skies; Airlines offer refund and flight transfers".
 "Sonia's Dinner pe charcha a hit; 20 parties attend" observes the Asian Age.
"Iran offers Pak, China role in Chabahar Port", which India is developing, creating ripples in India's diplomatic circles, is a front page focus in the Times of India.
US President "Trump sacks Tillerson, CIA chief Pompeo new Secretary of State" reports the Statesman.
"Private players may run Metro trains in Phase 4" which is facing delays due to a tussle between the Centre and the Delhi Government over funding, reports the Hindustan Times.
And finally, "Rare meteorite may hold clue to life's origin" as the Geological Survey of India found evidence of water-bearing minerals in a meteorite which fell in Rajasthan in 2017.

Two Cong MLAs expelled, 11 suspended for ruckus in Telangana Assembly

Two Cong MLAs expelled, 11 suspended for ruckus in Telangana Assembly

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Yesterday's mammoth Farmer's Protest in the country's commercial capital of  Mumbai, is highlighted in today's Press. "Farmers Call Off stir - after Fadnavis 'gives in' 100%", headlines The Asian Age. The Times of India headline reads "Maharastra says 'Yes' to farmer's demand to forest land and waiver of loans".
The other major news story is of a 'US-Bangla Airline' Crash -  at Nepal's international airport in Kathmandu. "Plane crash-lands in Nepal, 50 killed", is the DNA headline. The aircraft crashed and burst into flames while landing and careened off the runway into a football ground.
"BJP takes Rajya Sabha battle to the Opposition" is the Hindustan Times top headline. The March 23 Rajya Sabha elections suddenly became more interesting, with the BJP deciding to contest more seats that it is certain of winning.
The Asian Age reports of discontented Samajwadi Party leader Naresh Aggarwal, who yesterday joined the BJP after the Akhilesh Yadav-led Samajwadi Party favoured actor-turned-politician Jaya Bachchan for renomination to the Rajya Sabha. He faced controversy by making a 'sexist' comment against Ms Bachchan, for which he was 'rapped' by senior BJP leader and external affairs minister, Sushma Swaraj.
DNA Money reports - After mostly being on the losing wicket this month, Bulls regained their mojo on Monday - the Sensex rose 610 points, to close at 33,917.
The Hindu tells us what the 'doctor orders' and the 'mantra' for good health. "A teaspoon less of salt, sugar and oil - per person, per day". The Indian Medical Association reports that these vital, yet potentially harmful ingredients in popular foods, should be taken in limited quantities.

Kathmandu plane crash: Death toll at 50 in Nepal’s worst air disaster in decades

Kathmandu plane crash: Death toll at 50 in Nepal’s worst air disaster in decades

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India committing 1.4 billion dollars towards Solar Energy worldwide, is highlighted prominently in today's Papers. The Times of India writes that India has announced one of the world's largest investment plans in Solar Energy - at the Founding Conference of the International Alliance, to cover 15 countries. The conference was co-chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President, Emmanuel Macron.
The Indian Express informs us that through Sunday, the financial capital of Mumbai witnessed 40,000 farmers and tribals from across Maharashtra - march slowly through the length of the city, demanding a loan waiver, amongst other demands.
"India, Pakistan spar over 'harassment' of their diplomats", is a top headline in The Times of India. The paper quotes sources as saying that the present hostilities were triggered by an ISI raid on a residential complex - under construction for Indian diplomats in Islamabad.
"Limit on Xi Jinping's tenure goes, as China's National People's Congress removes the Limit on the tenure of the President to two consecutive five-year terms" - reports The Hindu. Mr. Xi can now serve as President of China indefinitely.
Hindustan Times reports that the National Capital may soon become the first city in India to levy a Toll on vehicles entering congested roads, with authorities zeroing in on 21 such stretches in Delhi where tax could be imposed, in a bid to ease traffic and to check pollution.
The Asian Age, quoting Rahul Gandhi writes - "Priyanka and I have forgiven our father's killers", as we find it difficult to hate people . The paper reports that during an interaction with IIM alumni in Singapore, Mr. Gandhi spoke about the assassination of his grandmother Indira Gandhi and father Rajiv Gandhi.

Thousands of farmers reach Mumbai, to lay siege to legislature

Thousands of farmers reach Mumbai, to lay siege to legislature

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Today's newspapers are full of stories on the French President's India visit on their front pages.
"India-France ink key security deal", says the Hindustan Times. "Modi, Macron take a 'Big Leap' in Delhi, writes the DNA adding in another headline "Rafale deal heart of strategic partnership". "China on mind, India, France step up ties" headlines the Sunday Tribune, while the Sunday Business Standard says, "Modi, Macron ink 14 pacts, firms tie up $16 billion deals. "Macron swipe at China :Sea lanes not for hegemonic power plays" writes The Asian Age. "India France join hands for Indian Ocean security, fresh logistical agreement to allow closer defence cooperation," writes The Hindu.
The other top story covered by major newspapers is about the E-way bill to be in force from 1st of April. The Hindu quotes FM Jaitley "E-way bill to be rolled out on April 1" adding that "system to be implemented in phases; no decision on simplification of return filing. "GST Council fails to fix simpler filing process" writes The Asian Age. The DNA in an inset box says "Wait for easy filing" adding Jaitley's quote that the "GST Council failed to arrive at a consensus on simplification of tax return filing procedure for businesses. It extended filing of GSTR-3B and GSTR-1 returns till June.
In recent times with many fleeing the country with big bucks, the government has asked Public Sector Banks to build a database of borrowers with loans of over 50 crore rupees. "Now passport details must for PSB loans of over 50 crores", writes the Sunday Times while the DNA says "Passport details must for big loans" adding that borrower of loans of rupees 50 crores or more to face tough norms."

Rafale deal win-win for India, France; at heart of ties, says French President Emmanuel Macron

Rafale deal win-win for India, France; at heart of ties, says French President Emmanuel Macron

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The Supreme Court, in a landmark ruling, permitting passive euthanasia gets top billing in most newspapers.
"SC legalizes passive euthanasia and living will, says right to life includes right to die" headlines The Times of India. "Dying with dignity a right" observes the Hindustan Times. "Medical experts hail 'landmark judgement'" writes the DNA.
In a stunning development, the papers have prominently highlighted US president Donald Trump agreeing to meet North Korean top leader Kim Jong-Un by the end of May. "'Dotard' Trump to meet 'rocket man' Kim" headlines the Tribune. The paper says that the first face-off between the leaders may set the course for denuclearization.
Also, the papers keenly track the US president's warning to countries like India and China to face a "reciprocal tax" if they do not match America's trade tariffs. "Don threatens 'reciprocal tax' on India, China" headlines the Pioneer.
"Macron lands in India" writes the Hindustan Times. "India, France set to widen scope of Security Pact" headlines the Economic Times.
The swearing-in ceremony of the first BJP government in Tripura is also widely reported. "Modi talks federalism in North East as Biplab takes oath" headlines the Asian Age. The paper quotes the Prime Minister as saying "I visited the North East 25 times, more than all PMs".
The Business Standard writes "PNB fraud slows credit flow to corporate India" as the public sector lenders have turned defensive in disbursing loans to India Inc.
And now "Railways allow passenger swap" reports the Pioneer. The paper says - Indian Railways has allowed passengers to transfer their confirmed tickets to another person with a written request 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure.
And finally, several papers pen their obituaries for the Punjabi Sufi singer Pyarelal Wadali who passed away in Amritsar at the age of 75. The Asian Age remembering Pyarelal Wadali writes "The singer who leaves behind a void in Sufi".

Dignity in death: SC does well to legalise passive euthanasia, living will

Dignity in death: SC does well to legalise passive euthanasia, living will

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"TDP ministers quit Modi government over Andhra Status row" headlines the DNA, "Will separation lead to divorce before 2019"? is another headline pointing to the denial of special state category to Andhra Pradesh by Centre.
"Supreme Court restores Hadiya's marriage, her 'right' " headlines the Tribune. NIA probe into systematic conversion to continue, says the report.
Here is a traffic warning for students appearing for boards in the next 4 days especially central Delhi, thanks to VVIPs coming for the International solar alliance and rush expected at India Gate for Odisha Parba, thats a report in Hindustan Times.
The Pioneer reports of a recent study that says nitrogen based fertilizers are hazardous. Indian farmers using urea must note that only 33 per cent is consumed by rice and wheat, rest 67 per cent remains in the soil. Result is destruction of nutrients in the soil.
The Mail Today carries a story of 3 top women officers of National investigation Agency NIA DIG Sonia Narang, SP Pratibha Ambedakar, SP Sanjukta Parashar.
The paper also mentions a documentary called LADIES FIRST, on ace archer Deepika Kumari, a former world number one and a joint world record holder in the recurve event, whose laurels have been comparatively less told.
The Asian Age carries a story on the well known architect Laurie Baker, whose birth centenary is being celebrated. An Englishman who settled in India, the one man architect is known for his low cost brick building was also inspired by Mahatma Gandhi.
"Ornaments losing sheen for cautious buyers" is an Economic Times headline, Gold jewellery sales have declined by 15-20 per cent in wake of Nirav Modi fraud. There is a fear psychosis of purity of gold and diamonds.
Some other stories covered by newspaper are, - Two thirds of kidney donors at AIIMS are women.
Nagaland having 100 percent vacancy in engineering seats.
Gujarat government gifting 5 gram silver coins to baby girls born yesterday i.e - on International womens day.

AP CM Chandrababu Naidu bites the bullet, pulls out of Modi Cabinet

AP CM Chandrababu Naidu bites the bullet, pulls out of Modi Cabinet

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'PNB-Nirav Modi fraud implications' continue to dominate newspapers headlines.  The top DNA headline reads "PNB fraud: ICICI, Axis Bank chiefs get summons from SFIO". The paper adds - The net is getting wider to private sector banks with the Mumbai wing of the Serious Fraud Investigation Office issuing summons to ICICI CEO Chanda Kochhar and Axis Bank CEO Shikha Sharma, over banking loans extended to Gitanjali Gems.
"Section 144 in Tripura areas as CPM complains of attack" headlines The Asian Age. With parts of Tripura in the throes of violence and statues of Russian communist revolutionary Vladimir Lenin being toppled down, allegedly by BJP workers, prohibitory orders were clamped in several areas.  The Indian Express reports that the Union Home Ministry, yesterday, asked the Tripura Governor and the DGP to ensure peace till a new government is installed.
"Open to delaying March 31 Aadhaar deadline", reports Hindustan Times.  The Centre is open to extending the deadline for linking mobile phones, bank accounts and other services with Aadhaar numbers beyond March 31 if the case is not decided by the Supreme Court by then.
Mail Today writes that soon after the historic results in three North-Eastern states, political parties have already started focussing on the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls, where 58 Rajya Sabha seats will soon be up for grabs, with the retirement of as many members. The BJP is expected to raise its seats tally.
The Tribune reports that the sensational Manu Bhakar, all of 16, shot her way to a second successive gold medal in the ISSF World Cup in Mexico.  "16 year old from Jhajhar shoots way to World Cup glory - in air pistol event".
And finally The Times of India tells us - "Soon the Cab could be the new Ambulance".  Taxi services - Uber and Lyft are attempting to cure a major medical problem for poor people and the elderly by offering to take patients -  around the country - to and from non-emergency health care appointments thus improving access to health care for all.

2 Lenin statues pulled down in Tripura

2 Lenin statues pulled down in Tripura

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The Karti Chidambaram - INX-Media probe continues to dominate the press this morning.
"Karti probe reaches UPA Finance Minstry officials", headline The Economics Times. The Enforcement Directorate has moved to question past members of the Foreign Investment Promotion Board to look into charges of alleged collusion with Karti Chidambaram in granting approvals to INX Media - a step that will take the probe into the functioning of the Finance Ministry under the UPA government.
The Indian Express reports that banks have filed suits in different courts against 17,000 borrowers - who have defaulted on loan repayments worth Two lakh, sixty five thousand, nine hundred and eight crore rupees - at the end of September 2017.
Sparring between the Army and J&K chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti over the killing of 4 persons during a late Sunday shoot out in Shopian district, has been extensively covered by the press. DNA headline reads "Army versus Mufti as clashes erupt on civilian killings".
Hindustan Times reports that Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar has formed a cabinet advisory committee of three ministers to run the government during his indefinite leave of absense due to health issues.
"India's plans for a base in Seychelles on, despite protest" is an Asian Age headline. The paper adds - The 12 sq km Assumption Island in the outer Seychelles region in the Indian Ocean has become the focal point of a number of local protesters who are opposing the setting up of an Indian Military base - with environmental issues sparking the stir.
Times of India informs us that according to a study by researchers from the Mc Master University in Canada, Smartphones and Data centre will be the most damaging information and communication technology to the environment by 2040, as these consume a lot of energy and data centres continue to be powered by electricity generated by fossil fuels, and by 2020, energy consumption of smartphones is going to be more than that of PCs and Laptops.

BJP usurping people’s mandate, says Rahul Gandhi

BJP usurping people’s mandate, says Rahul Gandhi

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BJP scoring a hat-trick in North East is the story that dominates headlines in most of the papers this morning. "With hat-trick, it's BJP all the way" is the banner headline in the Pioneer.
In related stories the Hindu leads "Congress outsmarted in Meghalaya. BJP backed coalition to form government, NPP's Conrad Sangma to be sworn in tomorrow". "Nagaland drama: government asks Rio to form government, but CM won't quit" says the Asian Age. "NDPP, BJP do the trick in Nagaland" writes the Pioneer. It also speculates likelyhood of "Biplab Deb to be named Tripura CM."
On the coming by-polls to two crucial Lok Sabha seats Phulpur and Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh the Indian Express writes "To defeat BJP, BSP to support SP in UP by-polls."
"Mamta backs K.Chandrashekhar Rao's call for a National alternative" writes the Hindu adding "Telangana Chief Minister said Bhartiya Janta Party, congress have failed the people".
On the INX media case the Statesman informs that "CBI grills Karti and Indrani." "Karti, Indrani come face to face in prison" DNA reports.
The passing away of Javed Abidi, the face of India's disability rights movement due to a chest infection has been covered by all newspapers.
And finally, in a first Hindu woman gets elected to Pakistan senate. The DNA reports that Krishna Kumari Kohli, 39, from Pakistan's Sindh province has become the first ever Hindu Dalit woman senator in the Muslim majority country.

Mamata Banerjee Backs KCR Call For National 'Front' Without BJP, Congress

Mamata Banerjee Backs KCR Call For National 'Front' Without BJP, Congress

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BJP's grand victory in the north-east and the post-poll analytics dominate the front page headlines in virtually all the newspapers this morning.
"BJP topples Manik's Sarkar" is The Hindustan Times' headline. Reportng on the same story Mail Today writes, "How saffron crack team won the hills" adding that 'determined unit of Madhav, Himanta , Rijiju, Deodhar, Deb delivers stunning success for NDA in Northeast expansion.'
Special court tightening screws on the economic offenders Nirav Modi and Mehul Choksi is another story that is widely covered by newspapers. "Non-bailable warrants for Nirav, Choksi" is how Sunday Business Standard has headlined it. The Hindu expands on the story saying, "The court set up under the prevention of Monery laundering act issued the warrants on applications filed by the ED"
India and Vietnam reinforcing their defence ties is prominently noticed by the papers. "India, Vietnam lay stress on defence ties" is the headline in The Hindu which further writes that 'the two sides also built on previous statements on maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region, calling for free and open sea lanes.'
Reporting on the fresh developments in the Gauri Lankesh murder case, The Sunday Express writes saying, "Gauri Murder: Hindu outfit man held, police uncover 'second plot' The paper writes that K T Naveen Kumar, an activist of right wing group called Hindu Yuva Sena had gone missing ever since the killing of journalist-activist took place.
The Times of India has covered the SSC paper-leak fiasco saying, "Metro station shut as SSC paper-leak hots up" adding that 'Amid protests over the alleged leak in the SSC exam, DMRC closed the busy JLN stadium station on Saturday till further notice.

BJP demolishes Left citadel in Tripura, certain to be part of govt in Nagaland

BJP demolishes Left citadel in Tripura, certain to be part of govt in Nagaland

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This morning's newspaper highlights have been taken from the websites of newspapers in the absence of print and online editions on account of Holi celebrations yesterday.
All the newspaper websites take note of the counting of votes for Tripura, Meghalaya and Nagaland Assembly Elections expected today. 
The Indian Express headline reads "Will people vote for change or status quo". The Hindu writes "Parties bank on pre-poll tie-ups". The Times of India says "NPF, allies choose Zeliang as CM candidate". The paper speculates this move to be an attempt to circumvent the possibility of BJP grabbing power in case of a hung assembly in Nagaland.
The death of 10 Maoists in an encounter in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district is also widely reported. "10 Maoists, policeman killed in Chhattisgarh gun battle" headlines the Hindustan Times. "Mighty blow to Maoists in their stronghold" is how the Hindu describes it.
The breakthrough in journalist Gauri Lankesh's murder case is another story highlighted by most newspapers. The Times of India reports "Gauri killing: Man linked to right-wing outfit held in Bengaluru". The Hindustan Times headline reads "37-year-old man taken into custody by SIT for questioning in Gauri Lankesh murder case".
Quoting data from the Reserve Bank of India, the Times of India in a shocking revelation writes "Public sector banks lost Rs 2,450 crore to frauds involving staff". The paper says that the data collected by RBI from April 2013 to June 2016 shows that Rajasthan, which has just 3% of cases with employee involvement, accounts for 44% of money involved.
The Hindustan Times also reports that home and auto loans are set to get costlier as banks increase their benchmark lending rates.
"Antarctic sea ice shrinks for second straight year" reports the Hindustan Times.  The paper cautions that the sea ice cover in Antarctica has dropped to its second-lowest on record.

10 Maoists, 1 commando killed in encounter along C'garh-Telangana border

10 Maoists, 1 commando killed in encounter along C'garh-Telangana border

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The prominent story in this morning's Press  - is of Approval by the Union Cabinet of Bills to tighten the noose around economic fugitives like Nirav Modi and Vijay Mallya. The Times of India writes, "Law with retrospective effect to cage looters and scooters" - will brand them fugitives, assets will be seized. The Cabinet also cleared a proposal to set up the National Financial Reporting Authority, to regulate Charted Accountants.
A Delhi court, yesterday, allowing custodial interrogation of Karti Chidambaram for five days - to unearth the larger conspiracy in the INX media case - is also covered prominently on the front pages. The Indian Express headline reads, "Karti with CBI for five days, agency to confront him with papers and co-accused."
The Indian Express writes, "Govt sends out note: Very sensitive time for ties with China, so skip Dalai Lama events" adding that in an unusual departure from its stand on the Tibetans-in-exile, the government, underlining that this is a “very sensitive time” for bilateral relations with China, has sent out a note asking “senior leaders” and “government functionaries” of the Centre and states to stay away from events planned for March-end and early April by the “Tibetan leadership in India” to mark the start of 60 years in exile of the Dalai Lama.
Hindustan Times reports that Political parties in the three Northeastern states that went to the polls in February - Tripura, Meghalaya and Nagaland - are scrambling to strike possible alliances, ahead of counting day on Saturday.
"Maruti Suzuki, Mahindara & Mahindra and Tata Motors post double-digit sales growth", headlines DNA Money.
The Hindu offers doctors' advice, as the city gears up to play Holi today - Use organic colors; take precautions to ensure no risk to the eyes, skin and hair; stay hydrated, and avoid using contact lenses while playing.

BJP JOLTED: CONG WINS BYPOLLS IN MP, BJD IN ODISHA

BJP JOLTED: CONG WINS BYPOLLS IN MP, BJD IN ODISHA

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The PNB fraud fallout continues to dominate headlines in most of the major dailies this morning. "PSBs given 15 days to prepare action plan to address risks" leads the Economic Times. While the Business Standard quotes the government as telling managing directors of public sector banks to "Check for fraud in NPAs above rupees 500 million". "Centre moves to set up a new regulator for CAs" says the Times of India, adding that "setting up of the National Financial Reporting Authority will be discussed by the Union Cabinet on Wednesday. "
In a related story the Business Line informs that "Nirav Modi's firestar diamond files for bankruptcy in the US".
The diplomatic snub by Maldives to India's invitation to participate in the eight day mega naval exercise is the other big story covered by the press. "Maldives says no to India's 'Milan' invite" notes the Tribune.
"Case closed Sridevi's funeral today" reads the caption above a photograph of an ambulance carrying Sridevi's body on a Mumbai road on Tuesday in the Hindustan Times.
Referring to the Bihar hit and run case the DNA writes, "Hit 'n' run case disrupts both houses in Bihar". While the Indian Express says  "After SUV ran over 9 kids, Bihar BJP leader got 24 stitches, fled."
Indians to get own clothing size chart by 2021. Well, Hindustan Times reports that under the aegis of Ministry of Textiles, the National Institute of Fashion Technology New Delhi is undertaking a National sizing survey of India to develop an India size chart for ready to wear clothes based on the body measurements and specifications of Indians.