'Systematic destruction' of India's institutions is treason: Rahul Gandhi

'Systematic destruction' of India's institutions is treason: Rahul Gandhi

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The lead front page story in almost all the newspapers today is about the air quality in the capital plunging to very severe, triggering health emergency. Dwarka area in Delhi recorded "abnormally high" level with AQI 1078 micro cubic per gram, reports, the Pioneer. While the Asian Age reports "Plan to ban private cars to fight Delhi Pollution". The Mail Today on its front page says, "On Tuesday, air pollution in Delhi turned severe - the sixth and the last stage on AQI, for the first time this season".
The Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley blaming the Reserve Bank of India for looking 'the other way' when banks indulged in indiscriminate lending is another lead story in the newspapers today. "Amid cash squeeze, PMO calls meeting of banks", headlines the Indian Express.
President Donald Trump wants to order the end of the constitutional right to citizenship for babies of non citizens and unauthorised immigrants born in the United States, is a story covered under the headline, "US president Donald Trump may end birthright citizenship for US born babies of immigrants" in the Tribune.
On the on going tussle within the CBI the Hindu has a headline, "CBI officer moves Supreme Court for SIT probe in Asthana Case".
And finally, "It's a boy! welcoming Mirza Malik", headlines the Mail Today, on Indian Tennis star Sania Mirza and her Pakistani Cricketer husband Shoaib Malik becoming proud parents on Tuesday.

Statue of Unity to be unveiled tomorrow: What the foreign press says on ‘world’s tallest statue’

Statue of Unity to be unveiled tomorrow: What the foreign press says on ‘world’s tallest statue’

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TheSupreme Court pushing the Ayodhya title suit to January next year, theIndonesian jet crash and India-Japan currency swap pact are some of the majorstories reported across newspapers this morning.

"Noearly decision on Ayodhya, Supreme Court to hear case only next year"headlines the Times of India.

"There'sno hurry, says SC, defers case to Jan" writes The Pioneer.

TheHindustan Times has front paged a photograph of the debris believed tobe from Lion Air passenger jet that crashed off the Java Island in Jakartayesterday. "Delhi captain among 189 dead, was expected home forDiwali" headlines the daily.

Thehighlight of Prime Minister's just concluded visit to Japan is also covered byvarious newspapers. "India, Japan in 75 billion dollar currency swap pact,will start '22' talks" headlines the Times of India.

TheHindustan Times, in some heartening news, reports "India's share inglobal GDP growth expected to rise from 13% to 16%".

TheNext Gen Shatabdi is here, informs The Hindu. The paper writes thatTrain 18 -  a self propelled, semihigh-speed train-set fitted with on-board WiFi was launched yesterday atChennai's Integral Coach Factory.

TRS Attacks Congress-TDP Alliance To Divert Attention: Congress

TRS Attacks Congress-TDP Alliance To Divert Attention: Congress

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The Prime Minister's Japan visit and the political developments in Sri Lanka are noticed prominently in the press today.
''Special strategic partnership with Japan, says Modi'' is the lead in the Hindustan Times. The Statesman headlines ''Defence on agenda at Modi-Abe talks''. ''Modi-Shinzo warmth precedes talks today'' writes the Asian Age.
''India roots for democracy in Sri Lanka amid crisis'' reports the DNA.'' India watching Sri Lanka Crisis'' states the Hindustan Times. The Hindu leads with ''Protect Ranil's privileges as PM, Speaker urges Sirisena''. ''Rajapaksa calls for snap polls in inaugural statement as new PM'' notes the Asian Age.
Delhi-NCR's worsening pollution levels also receives prime focus. ''Season's worst air day in city; Gurgaon, Ghaziabad in 'severe' zone'' leads the Times of India. Mail today states ''Air Pollution Time Bomb is Ticking in NCR'', with Diwali still 10 days away.
On one of the major contributors to the pollution, the Pioneer notes ''Farmers prefer stubble burning as it is cheaper''.
''President too busy; Trump declines India's invitation to be chief guest at Republic Day Parade'' reports the Mail Today. The Hindu states ''Trump not to attend Republic Day event ; his 'crowded calendar' is being cited as primary reason for not accepting the invitation''.
 '' 3 More Ramayana Express trains to hit tracks'' covering locations associated with the Hindu epic, states the Hindustan Times, on the 'Ramayana circuit'  turning into a  new mode of revenue for the Indian Railways.
And finally, the Hindu reports ''US techies hire nannies to keep children away from screens'', with the fear of screens  reaching the level of panic in Silicon Valley. Parents are now asking nannies to keep phones, tablets, computers and TVs off and hidden at all times.

Trump Turns Down India's Invite For Republic Day Celebrations: Reports

Trump Turns Down India's Invite For Republic Day Celebrations: Reports

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Delhi's toxic air and BJP President Amit Shah's speech in Kerala are prominently covered by most newspapers.
"Why issue orders that can't be enforced, Shah asks on Sabarimala" writes The Indian Express. The DNA says, "Shah stands behind Sabarimala faithful". The Tribune says, "Shah backs protesting devotees, warns Kerala".
The Pioneer reads headline "Delhi's 32% toxic air from stubble fumes" warns that after a lull on Sunday, pollution is likely to rise again from October 29th. "As capital chokes, Centre talks prosecution" says The Hindu. The Times of India writes, "Govt to lodge criminal cases against polluters who fail to clean up act".
"New Delhi pins its prestige on Mauritius project" reports the Hindu. The project to upgrade infrastructure facilities in Agalega Islands in Mauritius is crucial for India, after setbacks in Seychelles and Maldives, adds the paper.
A Hindustan Times story reveals that "10 yrs on, NSG audit shows chinks in 20 states armour". The elite force carried out the audit between March and June this year, months before the 10th anniversary of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, adds the paper.
The Asian Age lead story report is headlined, "TDP chief Naidu offers to play Opp. 'alliance maker'". The paper adds that Mr Naidu met an array of opposition leaders including Mayawati in Delhi and hinted that the anti-BJP front needs the Congress.
Another front page story in The Asian Age is headlined "PM to boost BJP 'carpet-bombing' Odisha campaign". The paper says, the BJP has decided to send its lead campaigners to every corner of Odisha ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha and Assembly elections next year in the state.
An Indian Express RTI application has revealed that as many as 858 B Tech seats across 23 IITs could have gone vacant this year if the institutes had not diluted the cut-ff score by 10 percentage to expand the pool of qualified candidates.

2 Senior Leaders From TRS Join Congress

2 Senior Leaders From TRS Join Congress 

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The big story across dailies is Supreme Court instructing Central Vigilance Commission to finish probe against Verma in 2 weeks. The DNA headlines, "SC steps in to clean CBI mess," The Tribune adds, "CVC inquiry to be supervised by retired Supreme Court judge Patnaik," while the Pioneer adds "Court asks CVC to stick to deadline, bars CBI interim chief from taking policy decisions, hearing on November 12."
National Capital's deteriorating air quality surpassed all records of this season on Friday. Hindustan Times says, "Cut exposure to toxic air, private car use from November 1-10 says Central Pollution Central Board," while The Pioneer writes, "Delhi air at rock bottom of season." The Times of India notes, "Don't run or Jog for first 10 days of November, says CPCB panel."
The political upheavel in Sri Lanka and Mahinda Rajapaksa being appointed as Prime Minister by President Maithripala Sirisena is also widely covered by the Press. The Hindu headlines, "Sri Lanka unity government falls, Rajapaksa sworn- in as PM," while the Indian Express notes, "Sudden regime change in Lanka : Rajapaksa is back now as PM".
In the island continent of Australia, a 'same-sex' penguin couple is doting on their chick! "Sydney's same-sex penguins now  proud parents," reports the DNA.
And finally, Tulsi has always been an integral part of homes in India but now there's more reason to have this 'holy plant' in our house. A research says that Tulsi helps in controlling blood sugar and cholesterol. The DNA writes, "Tulsi can help you to manage your blood sugar."

6 Terrorists Killed In Two Gunfights In Jammu And Kashmir

6 Terrorists Killed In Two Gunfights In Jammu And Kashmir

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National Security Advisor Ajit Doval delivering the annual Sardar Patel Memorial Lecture organised by All India Radio yesterday is highlighted by several newspapers. The Indian Express quotes Ajit Doval as saying "Need strong govt for 10 years"; "threat to the nation from forces more within than outside". The Pioneer quotes him "weak coalitions will be bad for the country."
The President quashing the plea to dismiss 27 AAP MLAs in the office of profit case also gets widely covered. The Mail Today writes "Twin victories for AAP: 27 MLA's cleared; Office of profit case nixed. Plus, Kejriwal, Deputy CM get bail in Chief Secretary assault case.
On the other hand, "Disqualification of Tamil Nadu MLAs upheld" headlines the Hindu. "Tamil Nadu gets set for by-polls as Madras High Court upholds disqualification of 18 AIADMK MLAs" writes the Hindu Business Line.
The supremacy battle within the CBI reaching the Supreme Court has also been prominently covered by the newspapers. The Tribune writes "CBI chief plea in Supreme Court today". The paper adds 'Agency says Verma continues to be Director, Asthana Special Director'. The Pioneer leads with "All eyes peeled for SC call on Verma".
The newspapers also keenly track the surveillance operation drama outside CBI Chief Alok Verma's residence where four Intelligence Bureau officials were caught on charges of snooping. "Spy Game at Verma Bungalow" headlines the Mail Today.
The Hindustan Times highlights "Indo-Pak dialogue freeze set to complete a decade" whereas the Asian Age informs us "Trump won't attend 2019 Republic Day parade".

When Investigations Weren't Suiting Government: Alok Verma's Petition

When Investigations Weren't Suiting Government: Alok Verma's Petition

Alok Verma was collecting documents relating to Rafale 'scam', forcibly sent on leave: Rahul Gandhi

Alok Verma was collecting documents relating to Rafale 'scam', forcibly sent on leave: Rahul Gandhi

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The Home Minister assessing security and interacting with political parties in his Srinagar visit asserted, "Talks and terror can't go together." The Asian Age, quoting the Prime Minister of Pakistan says, "Will reach out to India again post 2019 polls."
The strict guidelines of the Supreme Court for bursting firecrackers have sent shock waves through the cracker markets in the country. "Diwali Breather chokes sellers", writes the Mail Today. The DNA quotes the traders, "Cracker sale to take a blow, black Diwali for us."
NCP Chief Sharad Pawar says, "Opposition pact unlikely for Lok Sabha polls", is a headline in the Tribune, with the current situation in the country being similar to the one in 2004.
A leading law firm pulls back clean chit for Chanda Kochhar from charges of nepotism and conflict of interest with regard to loans given to the Videocon group is a story covered in the Financial Express.
About the ongoing battle in the CBI between its two top officers, The Indian Express writes, "No 1 versus No 2: Asthana stripped of all responsibilities at CBI, probe against him continues." The headline in the Times of India says, "CBI NO 2 Rakesh Asthana ran extortion racket in a garb of the probe, says agency." While the Hindu writes, "Modi steps in, as CBI begins to probe its own leadership."
Hindustan Times on its front page says, "China won't let Azhar be listed as a terrorist", indicating China will continue blocking efforts to list Jaish-e-Mohammed Chief Masood Azhar as a global terrorist.
The Indian Express quotes IIT-Madras, writing to HRD minister expressing 'deep disappointment' at not being selected as one of India's top six institutions of Eminence, despite a recommendation from the UGC mandated selection panel.
And finally, the Hindustan Times mentions about the Delhi government's Directorate of Education coming up with guidelines to make its schools 'inclusive' of transgender students and to 'train' principals of all government-run schools on handling issues relating to them.

In corruption case against CBI no.2 Rakesh Asthana, PM Modi’s clear-cut order

In corruption case against CBI no.2 Rakesh Asthana, PM Modi’s clear-cut order

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 Newspaper today lead with different stories.
The Financial Express leads with "Crorepati taxpayers rise by nearly 70% in Financial Year 14-17". The Times of India headlines "Non-salaried taxpayers up, but salaried still bear tax brunt".
"India's crorepati count swells 68% in 4 years" notes DNA Money.
"Can't fight next war like last one, says army chief; General Rawat says biggest restructuring will make the force future-ready" is the lead in the Hindustan Times.
On Sabarimala, DNA writes "Supreme Court may take up review petitions today".  Hindustan Times states "Sabarimala closes doors, stares at November challenge" as the temple closed its doors till next month on Monday after a five-day ritual.
"Confusion over telcos deleting Aadhaar data" is a front page story in the Hindustan Times, on the uncertainty over whether telcos will all biometric data of subscribers following the Supreme Court's September 26 judgement.
In Amritsar, "25 of 29 Dusshera events did not have clearances" highlights the Indian Express.
"Witness in Kerala nun rape case found dead in Punjab Church" reports the Hindustan Times. The Pioneer states "Nun rape witness' mystery death triggers speculation".
"No fuel, no autos and no cabs in strikes bring Delhi to its knees" writes DNA on the harrowing time Delhi residents had on Monday with petrol pumps shut and strike calls by auto and cab unions.
"BRO sets ball rolling for tunnel under Baralacha; second of four proposed on Manali-Leh stretch for all-weather access to Ladakh" reports the Tribune.
And finally, "Boy sent to orphanage wins Para Asian Gold for India, reports The Times of India of Narayan Thakur, whom adversities failed to deter from achieving the near-impossible -- winning the gold medal in Men's 100 M T35 in the just-concluded Asian Para Games in Jakarta.

It’s CBI vs CBI as agency raids own headquarters

It’s CBI vs CBI as agency raids own headquarters

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Most papers have given prominence to PM's speech yesterday on the commemoration of Azad Hind Government.
The DNA reports, ''PM Modi accuses Congress of ignoring Bose, Ambedkar'' adding ''Claims Congress promoted legacy of only one family.''
The blasts in the Kashmir valley have also grabbed headlines on the front pages. The Pioneer writes, ''15 die on bloody Sunday in J&K.''
CBI booking its second in command and Special Director Rakesh Asthana, in the bribery case has also been promimnently noticed. ''CBI books its Special Director,'' writes the Tribune, while the Pioneer says ''No.2 in CBI says FIR against him at behest of boss.''
With the temperature coming down, Delhi's air cover becomes dangerous again. The Pioneer notes, "Emergency plan fails to clean Delhi's air." adding, "Air quality oscillates between poor and very poor; authorities warn of further deterioration."
And finally, after Allahabad being rechristened as Prayagraj, It's time for a hill station to get a name-change. "Shimla may be renamed Shyamala, "writes The Hindu.

Rahul Gandhi hits out at KCR, claims poll-bound Telangana reeling under debt

Rahul Gandhi hits out at KCR, claims poll-bound Telangana reeling under debt

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The Dussehra festivites turning into a horrific tragedy in Amritsar dominate top front page newspaper headlines today.
"Dussehra turns tragic" headlines the Pioneer.  The paper writes "Amritsar revellers mowed down by tracks by speeding trains while watching Ravan dahan". The Hindu writes "61 dead as train mows down Dussehra crowd in Amristar".  The Tribune informs us that permission to burn the effigies near the railway tracks was not sought.
The newspapers have also widely covered the continued tension in Kerala's Sabarimala Temple as thousands of protestors stood guard to stop women from entering the shrine. The Times of India writes "Just 500 meters from Sabrimala, two women return on priest's threat to shut shrine". The paper adds - 'Facing difficulty in implementing order, Temple Board to tell Supreme Court'.
Shifting focus to another shrine, the Times of India writes "Seven Lakh visit Kedarnath, highest in four decades".
Quoting from the Prime Minister's speech at an event in Shirdi yesterday, a headline in The Hindustan Times reads "NDA built 12.5 million homes for poor in 4 years says Modi". In an attempt to better prospects in the forthcoming assemply polls, the Times of India speculates "BJP may drop over half of its MLAs in Raj to counter anti-incumbency".
Several papers also highlight China's GDP growing at its slowest pace since 2009. ''Global crisis sinks China growth to its lowest since 2009'' headlines the Hindustan Times.
''India's 1st ATM for bitcoins launched'' headlines the Times of India. The paper says the first ATM for Indians to buy and sell bitcoins has been installed in a mall in Bengaluru by the Cryptocurrency exchange Unocoin.
And finally, giving us a wonderful example of an eco-friendly visarjan, the Times of India has photographed the Chitranjan Park's puja samiti in New Delhi immersing the Durga idol in a tank, letting it dissolve completely before disposing of the material. That's called leading by example!

At least 60 dead as train runs over Dussehra revellers in Punjab

At least 60 dead as train runs over Dussehra revellers in Punjab 

Sabarimala issue: Palace directs Tantri to close the sanctum if young woman enters temple premises

Sabarimala issue: Palace directs Tantri to close the sanctum if young woman enters temple premises

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RSS chief's annual Dussehra speech and the Sabarimala row dominate the headlines of most newspapers today.
"Build Ram temple at the earliest, says RSS chief" writes Hindustan Times. The paper further quotes the RSS chief as saying that fundamentalist forces are obstructing the process of temple construction.The Indian Express imputes motives in its story headlined "In poll year, RSS chief asks govt to bring in law for Ram temple". In a related story, DNA reports an ultimatum by Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray, "If you don't fulfil temple promise, then we will build one".
As the Sabarimala row continued for the second day, Hindustan Times reports "Sabarimala remains on edge, women kept out". The Pioneer writes "No Sabarimala entry for women on day 2". "Congress boxed in, BJP benefits and CPM scrambles for cover in rapidly shifting Sabarimala politics" is how the Indian Express describes the developments.
Business Standard cites the latest global wealth study by Credit Suisse that highlights India's lopsided growth in a story titled "Wealth rising, but not everyone sharing this growth". The paper adds that according to the report, 91% of India's adult population has wealth below Rs 7,30,000. Quoting the same report, Financial Express' lead story reports that India has added 7300 millionaires in 2017-18.
"Board rooms may be purged of black sheep" reports The Economic Times. The paper says that government is considering a purge of board rooms to remove independent directors who haven't played the oversight role well.
As the #MeToo movement gathers momentum, The Indian Express writes "Need to rethink Vishakha to include incidents from past". The story quotes Justice Sujata Manohar, who was part of the Supreme Court bench that laid down the landmark Vishakha Guidelines. Justice Manohar also said that laws needed to grade kinds of sexual harassment and penal provisions had to be re-examined, the paper adds.
And finally, a report in DNA suggests that snobbery is not unique to humans. Under a story headlined "Dengue causing Aedes likes its own kind", the paper writes that higher the density of other mosquitoes, lower is the presence of the snobby dengue-causing mosquito.

Jamal Khashoggi: Branson halts $1bn Saudi investment talks

Jamal Khashoggi: Branson halts $1bn Saudi investment talks

M.J. Akbar resigns as MoS for External Affairs amid #MeToo allegations

M.J. Akbar resigns as MoS for External Affairs amid #MeToo allegations

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Several newspapers today have prominently highlighted the tensed situation in Kerala with the opening of the shrine gates to the Lord Ayyapa Temple at Sabarimala in the pretext of the Supreme Court allowing women of all ages to enter the shrine.
"Sabarimala on the boil as temple gates open today" headlines the Hindustan Times. The Indian Express writes "Kerala on edge, CM holds his ground : 'Gender Equality, Law". The paper adds "Women check cars, say temple entry by women only over our bodies".
With 2 Goa Congress MLAs quitting the party to join BJP, the DNA, in its lead story, writes "Eye on polls, Congress and BJP open arms for party hoppers". The Hindu says Sheo MLA "Manvendra Singh to join Congress today".
The Times of India's lead headline reads "Ex-MP's son brandishes gun at city hotel, threatens to shoot couple". The paper writes that the accused, son of a BSP MP, goes missing, may flee to Nepal.
Following over a dozen sexual harassment complaints filed against Union Minister MJ Akbar, the Statesman highlights "Oust Akbar chorus grows as more women speak out". In a related development, "NSUI president quits over sexual harassment charges" headlines the Asian Age.
And finally, the Hindustan Times writes "First biofuel-blended Indian Air Force plane to take flight soon". The paper says, with Bio-Aviation fuel blended with Turbine fuel, the IAF expects its fuel bill to drop by 10 percent.

As talks fail, will women enter Sabarimala tomorrow?

As talks fail, will women enter Sabarimala tomorrow?

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"PM seeks co-operation to tackle rising oil prices" highlights the DNA. "Cut oil prices: Modi to producers" is the lead of the Pioneer. The Asian Age quotes PM Modi as saying "Costly oil hurts global growth; Invites foreign investment for crude exploration, production in India".

"Saudi Arabia promises to meet India's oil needs" is the lead in the Hindu. The Indian Express headlines "Saudis listening, PM calls for measures to cushion oil shock". The Times of India writes "PM seeks Rupee payment system for oil imports" to partly cushion India's oil import bill from the impact of the falling local currency.

"Modi , Xi will meet for fourth time this year at G20 summit" headlines the Hindustan Times.

"Akbar sues one #MeToo accuser; Unfazed Priya Ramani vows to fight legal battle" leads the Asian Age. The Indian Express says "Akbar files a defamation case against Woman Number One".

"Tharoor's Ram Temple barb puts Congress in a fix" reports the Pioneer. The Asian Age writes "BJP asks Rahul to clarify: Are you a Hindu or not? Accuses Congress of trying to delay court verdict on temple".

"RBI data shows surge in bank finance to real estate" notes DNA Money.

The Hindu reports "Hawking's final book offers brief answers to big questions; says computers will overtake humans in intelligence", on Stephen Hawking's final work, launched on Monday by his children. The book tackles issues from the existence of God to the potential for time travel.

Time's not up for #MeToo accused minister, Akbar refuses to quit

Time's not up for #MeToo accused minister, Akbar refuses to quit

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More and more big names coming under the #me too campaign on social media is the lead story in almost all newspapers today.
The Times of India quotes the accused Junior Minister for external affairs MJ Akbar, ''Harassment charges false and fabricated''. While the Statesman adds ''Minister threatens legal action, indicates he has no plan to quit''. ''Congress questions PM's silence over Akbar issue'', headlines the Asian Age.
A mosque in Palwal district of Haryana has come under the scrutiny of security agencies, after National Investigation Agency probe found that it was allegedly built with funds from Lashkar-e-Taiba, is a report in  the Indian Express.
''Government proposes 'priority access' to services for honest taxpayers,'' is a headline in the DNA, speaking about the government's ambitious policy proposal that will help honest and consistent taxpayers in availing a variety of benefits in public services and tax related works.
The Tribune and many other papers report of a 24 year old incident of an alleged extra judicial killing, which took place in Manipur, where a ''Major General and two Colonels get life for fake kill'', awarded by a general court martial for their alleged acts of omission and Commission.
The Asian Age under the headline, ''India Inc is likely to post 12% growth in quarter 2 according to Crisil Research'', mentions about the fourth consecutive quarter of double digit growth in the country.
Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh to celebrate Dussehra and perform 'Shastra Pooja' along the sensitive Indo-Pak border with Jawans on October 19th is a story covered in the Asian Age.
Under the headline ''Graded plan to clean Delhi-NCR toxic air'', the Pioneer writes about the Central Pollution Control Board to implement a Graded Response Action Plan in Delhi-NCR beginning today, as the air pollution is becoming ''very poor''. The Hindustan Times adds, ''Gensets banned in Delhi''.
And finally, the BJP led government in UP has begun moves, to change the name of Allahabad to Prayagraj as a tribute to the Sangam City ahead of the 2019 Kumbh Mela, reports the Hindu.

9 Members Of Family Dead After Car Rams Truck In Chhattisgarh

9 Members Of Family Dead After Car Rams Truck In Chhattisgarh

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Different papers carry varied stories today. 'With the neighbouring states burning their stubble, Delhi's air bears the brunt. " Delhi's yearly nightmare begins as air quality dips," writes Hindustan Times while The Sunday Tribune reports, "With Punjab still wet, stubble smoke rises from Pakistan."
As all political parties are bracing up themselves for the Big fight next year, 30,000 volunteers to work as BJP's eyes and ears. The Asian Age headlines, "2019: BJP builds youth army of docs, engineers."
All papers cover the chilling attack on an additional sessions judge's wife and son in broad daylight by their guard who was miffed at doing household chores for the family. The Hindu reports, "Judge's wife, son shot by PSO in Gurugram market."
From Bollywood bigwigs to the world of cricket, the #MeToo onus now shifts to BCCI. The Sunday Times headlines, "CoA probe into BCCI CEO after #MeToo post." While The  Sunday Express says, " #MeToo now touches cricket board, CEO slapped with notice."
Now DL's and RC's follow the 'smart' way from next year as they will be embedded with mirco chips and QR codes. The Sunday Times carries a story titled, "Driving licences to be uniform across India."
The world of music lost a gem yesterday with the demise of the reclusive surbahar player, Annapurna Devi. The Sunday Express notes, "Hindustani Music loses a note; Annapurna Devi, 91."
And Finally, in a unique initiative to celebrate Kolkata's tram services, a restaurant in a moving tramcar was unveiled on Saturday. "Bengali meals on wheels: a tramcar named 'Victoria'," writes the Hindu. Now literally relish your food on the go!.

50 Cases Of Swine Flu Reported In Telangana

50 Cases Of Swine Flu Reported In Telangana

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The miraculous escape of 136 passengers on board an Air India flight to Dubai and the government setting a legal panel to probe the complaints emanating from the #ME TOO campaign are the major stories reported across newspapers today.
''Miraculous escape for 136 as Air India Express Boeing flies with ripped belly for 4 hours'' writes the Times of India, photographing the ruptured plane. "Close shave for 136 people as craft's belly grazes wall" headlines the DNA.
Reporting on the #MeToo campaign gaining momentum in India, the Indian Express headlines ''Government steps in, legal panel will look into issues arising from the #MeToo'' adding 'four retired judges, amicus will be in committee'.
With more skeletons tumbling out of Bollywood's closet, the Statesman reports - directors Sajid Khan, Subhash Ghai, Luv Ranjan face the heat. ''After Akshay cancels shoot, Sajid Khan steps down as director of Housefull 4'' headlines the Indian Express.
With Sabarimala temple slated to open next week for the monthly ritual, the Indian Express quotes a Mallaylam movie actor as saying ''tear in two, all women who enter Sabarimala".
''Stocks stage a forward march'' writes the DNA. ''Indian Markets log Biggest one day gain in 29 months'' headlines the Economic Times.
The DNA further quotes World Economic Forum chief as saying ''India is clocking an impressive growth and will maintain it as long as it keeps churning out reforms''.
"Fuel challenge remains, govt. explores long term solutions" headlines the DNA. The paper adds - "PM reviews ways to reduce import, up use of bio-fuels".
With the minimum temperature dropping to 17.5 degree Celsius in Delhi, the Hindustan Times writes ''A warmer winter ahead due to El Nino, says India Meteorological Department''.
And finally, the Indian Express, quoting a study, suggests that social media may reduce the risk of depression for older people in pain as they socialise with family and friends online!

Akshay Kumar Cancels Housefull 4 Shoot In The Wake Of #MeToo Movement, Sajid Khan Steps Down As Film's Director

Akshay Kumar Cancels Housefull 4 Shoot In The Wake Of #MeToo Movement, Sajid Khan Steps Down As Film's Director

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The destruction caused by Cyclone Titli has been covered prominently in most newspapers. Many newspapers have pictures on their front page depicting the devastation. The Statesman says "Titli leaves 8 dead in AP, causes damage in Odisha".
Mail Today surmises that the government might drop MJ Akbar, as cry for his ouster over sex offences grows louder. The Pioneer endorses that view in its story headlined "MeToo snowballs, Akbar faces ouster".
"CJI shows HCs the way on pendency, corruption" headlines Hindustan Times. The paper adds that the Chief Justice has told the High Court Chief Justices to withdraw work from judges under cloud. The Times of India headline on this story reads,"To fight pendency CJI bans leave for judges on workdays".
Another story that finds visibility on most front pages is the death of veteran Ganga activist G D Agarwal. "87 year old Ganga activist dies while trying to save his beloved river" writes DNA.
The Global Rout in financial markets that led to the intra-day crash of over 1000 points in the Sensex is covered prominently in the business newspapers. "Another Dalal Street  bloodbath sees Sensex erasing 2018 gains" is how The Economic Times describes the carnage in the Indian stock markets.
A story that will bring hope to many homebuyers who have invested in stalled residential projects is the top court's judgement on Amrapali. "SC sets timetable for Amrapali bosses, issues contempt notice" writes DNA.
And finally another country sheds a vestige of colonial rule. "Malaysia govt to abolish death penalty" reports The Asian Age. Only 23 countries in the world retain the death penalty with China leading the way, adds the paper.

Cyclone ‘Titli’ to intensify, may hit Odisha and A.P.

Cyclone ‘Titli’ to intensify, may hit Odisha and A.P.

Minister MJ Akbar, Accused Of Sex Harassment, Should Quit, Says Congress

Minister MJ Akbar, Accused Of Sex Harassment, Should Quit, Says Congress

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Police custody for directors of the real estate firm Amrapali Group, and exodus of migrant population from Gujarat are the main stories in the newspapers today.
"Supreme Court sends Amrapali CMD, 2 directors to police custody" is the lead in the Times of India. The Asian Age reports "Supreme Court sends Amrapali directors to jail, says enough of hide and seek".
The Asian Age leads with "Gujarat exodus touches 60,000, CM blames Congress for trouble". The DNA reports "Gujarat contains migrant exodus, but politics peaks". The Hindu quotes a Gujarat minister as saying Congress is behind attacks on workers".
In Business headlines, Hindustan Times Business reports "IMF projects India's growth at 7.3 percent in 2018, 7.4 percent next year".
DNA money writes "Rupee, rising costs to keep India Inc growth tepid in Quarter 2".
As part of sweeping changes, The Economic Times observes "FPIs (or Foreign Portfolio Investors) may get easier access to Indian Markets".
The Pioneer highlights a health scare as it writes, "Zika imperils tourism in India's golden triangle; No need to panic, situation under control, assures Union Ministry".
In a welcome move for commuters in Delhi, The Asian Age informs "AAP government allows student passes in AC, Cluster buses".
And finally, The Times of India reports "4-year-old girl gets skull implant in Pune; Doctors say it's India's first". The Paper says Doctors replaced 60 percent of a girl's damaged skull with a customised 3-dimensional polyethylene bone.

'So many of us have an MJ story': As sexual assault charges against MoS External Affairs mount, boss Sushma Swaraj dodges media

'So many of us have an MJ story': As sexual assault charges against MoS External Affairs mount, boss Sushma Swaraj dodges media

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Almost all the newspapers have covered the report about more than  5000 migrant people working as casual labourers and daily wage earners fleeing, fearing violent attacks on them amidst unabated incidents of violence targeting migrants in North Gujarat districts. "Migrants flee amidst violence in North Gujarat", writes the Hindu while the DNA reports "Migrants Crisis, Gujarat industries Stare at losses." Hindustan Times adds, "Gujarat, Bihar CMs appeal for calm, extra forces out."
The news of an Engineer being held for leaking BrahMos info to Pakistan, has also been covered by all the newspapers today. The Pioneer writes, "Pak ISI mole in BrahMos held. Money trapped engineer used to pass info to fake FB IDs."
Claiming that the original PIL plea on Sabarimala was filed by non-believers, the Hindu reports of three petitions challenging the Sabarimala ruling in the Supreme Court.
"PMO, Health ministry on Zika watch as 22 test positive in Rajasthan", is a headline in the Times of India, writing about increasing numbers of Zika cases detected in Jaipur.
The Economic Times under the headline, "Alphabet shuts Google after 5 lakh users data breach; feared repercussions of disclosing to public", reports Google will shut down the consumer version of its social network Google.
And finally, Come January 2019 and the Kumbh Mela will have a volunteer force of ex-servicemen called the Ganga Task Force to help with crowd Management and also in keeping the river clean and pollutants-free at the main site at Prayag, is a story covered in the Pioneer.

BrahMos Engineer Arrested For Spying, "Chatted On Facebook With Pak IDs"

BrahMos Engineer Arrested For Spying, "Chatted On Facebook With Pak IDs"

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In Kerala, the Pinarayi Vijayan government's move to hold discussions with the Royal family and temple priests of Sabarimala temple in order to reach a consensus on the entry of women of all ages into the temple, is covered on front pages. "Priests, Royals snub Kerala government" is the headline in The Statesman.

DNA writes that tainted netas contesting in the upcoming five assembly elections will now have to highlight their criminal antecedents prominently in the special columns of the revised format of affidavits that have to be submitted.

In a clear indication that India was not going to buckle under the threat of US sanctions over the S-400 missile deal with Russia, Army Chief General Bipin Rawat has said that the country has an independent foreign policy and may go ahead with acquiring the Kamov helicopters and other weapon systems of Moscow, writes The Pioneer.

"Naxalism will be eliminated in 3 years says Rajnath." The Home Minister said - "The day is not far, may be in a time period of 2 to 3 years, Left Wing extremism will be eliminated, and this would happen due to the determination, courage and hard work of our forces" - reports The Asian Age.

Hindustan Times informs us that the Delhi Transport Department will start a drive from Monday to confiscate, de-register and scrap diesel vehicles that are more than 15 years old, to curb emissions ahead of winter.

And finally, Times of India tells us that from going to movies and museums and partying at night clubs, people with disabilities are now gaining access to entertainment options - with tactile galleries and museums, subtitled films and match making night clubs offering special features to make them feel included.

Congress will sweep Rajasthan, edge out BJP in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh: Opinion poll

Congress will sweep Rajasthan, edge out BJP in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh: Opinion poll

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The Election Commission announcing pollschedule in five states of Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Mizoram andTelangana, is the dominant headline across papers with other stories.
"EC flags off last big Congress-BJPfight ahead of 2019 Lok Sabha election" headlines the Sunday Times whileThe Hindustan Times writes, "EC announces assembly election datesfor 5 states."
All papers have widely noticed SamajwadiParty ruling out alliance with Congress in the upcoming polls in MadhyaPradesh. The Sunday Statesman reports, "After BSP, Samajwadito ditch Congress for MP polls."  TheHindu says, "Akhilesh also walks out on Congress in MP," while TheSunday Pioneer writes, "BJP gloats as SP does a Maya onCongress."
All papers also notice NCP President,Sharad Pawar confirming that he won't be contesting Lok Sabha elections in2019.  The DNA reports, "NCPchief Sharad Pawar confirms he will not contest 2019 Lok Sabha polls."
Ahead of Lok Sabha polls, facebook alsobraces up to keep a check on the social media platform.  The Hindu writes, "Facebooksetting up task force for 2019 poll."
Ever heard of diver activists? well, inorder to save marine life from 'ghost nets' lying on the ocean bed, diveractivists are removing abandoned or lost fishing nets that trap sea life.  The Hindu says, "Picking outsilent ghosts in the deep."
Famed artist, Banksy, has stunned theart world.  He self-destructed one of hismost famous works, moments after it fetched more than a million pounds at anauction in London.  The AsianAge says, "Banksy shreds one million pound work at UK auction, shocksart world."
To get rid of monkeys from stoppingtrains on tracks, South Central Railway is now all set to come out with'anti-monkey climbing circuit' to shock them away.  "How monkeys stop trains on theirtracks," writes The Hindu.

In Decisive Elections Before 2019, Five States to Go to Polls in Nov-Dec; Results to be Declared on Dec 11

In Decisive Elections Before 2019, Five States to Go to Polls in Nov-Dec; Results to be Declared on Dec 11

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The India, Russia missile deal, and markets in turmoil as RBI leaves key rates unchanged, are the major focus in the Press today.
''India, Russia ink S-400 deal; no sanctions on ally, says US'' writes the Hindustan Times. The Pioneer headlines ''India-Russia S-400 Triumfs over US warning, citing the US as saying 'Sanctions against Russia not aimed to hurt ally India'. ''Putin invites PM Modi to 2019 Russia business meet'' highlights The DNA.
''Rupee crashes below 74 as RBI opts not to hike rate" is the lead in the Financial Express. The Economic Times states ''RBI Springs a Surprise, Keeps Rates Unchanged'' adding ''Stocks and Rupee stumble as Central Bank Refuses to Extend Helping Hand''. DNA notes ''RBI does not hike repo rate, but your EMIs will still go up''.
''Rahul spells out idea of India in 2019 pitch'' is the lead in the Hindustan Times, of the Congress President blowing the poll bugle. The Times of India quotes his statement 'Ready to be PM if allies back me'.
'Indian Muslims Deserve Credit for Resisting Radicalisation' the Hindustan Times cites Home Minister Rajnath Singh.
'Peace Prize honours champions of fight against sexual violence' writes the Statesman. The Asian Age states ''Nobel for Peace goes to anti-rape activists'', Congolese doctor, Denis Mukwege and Yazidi campaigner, Nadia Murad, placing the spotlight on the use of sexual violence in war, as a global problem.
''Interpol President goes missing after leaving Headquarters for China'' reports the Pioneer. The Times of India notes ''Interpol Chief goes missing in China, may be in detention.
''DTC to get 470 new buses by end of this year'', the first time its fleet will be bolstered in four years, states the Times of India.
And finally, the Times of India analyses ''Why's its not a good time to be an Indian student in US'' and ''How Rupee Fall is Hurting Indian Students Abroad'', as an MBA course at an Ivy League College has gone up by 5.7 lakh rupees per year. The silver lining is, educational consultants say, the rupee's slide is likely to be temporary.

Ahead of Telangana election, KCR ramps up campaign against Chandrababu Naidu with tried and tested weapons

Ahead of Telangana election, KCR ramps up campaign against Chandrababu Naidu with tried and tested weapons

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Almost all the newspapers have covered the much needed relief to common people after slashing of the fuel prices by the government "Finance Minister lowers levies, 13 states follow call to reduce VAT. Congress terms it 'Band-aid' quotes the Hindustan Times while the Indian Express writes, "After holding firm, government cuts fuel rates; markets crash as rupee weakens.

Under the headline "High profile exits mar private banking space", the Economic Times talks about a tough year for private sector banking industry which sees exit of three high profile bankers of ICICI, Axis and Yes bank. "Chanda Kochhar quits ICICI, bank shares up by 4 percent, writes the Pioneer.

The Statesman quotes the Pakistan Foreign Minister warning that the absence of dialogue could lead to escalation of tension. And writes, "Pakistan seeks US role for talks with India."

Stunned by the deaths of 23 lions since September 12, the Gujarat government has launched not only rescue efforts but also called international experts to help control the situation along with an imported vaccine, is a story covered under the headline "Gujarat acts to save its pride", in the Hindu.

Fearing repatriation to their homeland, the illegal Rohingya refugees are making all out efforts to marry off their young girls to Indian men writes the Pioneer. "Rohingyas hunt for suitable boys to legalise stay.

The Times of India on its front page writes, "Farm fires set to pollute NCR again," with Punjab and Haryana farmers deciding to continue their annual ritual of setting fire to paddy straw.

In a bid to revive the long forgotten sea route for Haj, the DNA has a headline, "Centre attempts to resuscitate Mumbai-Mecca sea route again," aiming to make travel affordable for Haj pilgrims.

No urgent mentioning of cases allowed till parameters fixed: CJI Ranjan Gogoi

No urgent mentioning of cases allowed till parameters fixed: CJI Ranjan Gogoi

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The Farmers' protest march towards Delhi is the lead story in almost all newspapers today.
Hindustan Times writes, "Farmers' march sparks clashes on Delhi border." The DNA headlines, "Farmers dig in their heels, will continue stir until demands met," adding, "Prohibitory orders imposed after kisan rally turns violent."
The Indian Express headlines, "S-400 missile deal to be signed during Putin's India visit this week, says Moscow."
Tussle between BJP and Congress over Mahatama's legacy has been prominently noticed by the newspapers. The Asian Age says, "BJP, Congress locked in a tug of war over Gandhi legacy," while The Hindu reports, "Congress calls for new freedom struggle."
In a bid to assuage privacy concerns related to Aadhar, The Times of India headlines, "Now, government pushes offline tools to verify Aadhar."
The probe into financial irregularities at Infrastructure Leasing and Financial Services or (IL & FS) is also widely covered across dailies. The Economic Times says, "SFIO begins quizzing IL & FS Brass," while The Indian Express notes, "IL & FS mess got deeper but its top risk committee never met in last two years."
With Haryana government announcing procurement of Bajra at MSP, huge stocks from Rajasthan find their way in its grain markets. The Tribune writes, "Driven by profit, bajra from Rajasthan in Haryana for MSP."
In another story The Pioneer reports, "Brent oil hits 4 year high of 85 dollars per barrel on Iran sanction."
Donna Strickland becoming the first woman in 55 years to win the Nobel Physics Prize has been widely covered. The Statesman writes, "Laser pioneers win Nobel Physics Prize," while The DNA reports, "Strickland is third woman ever to win Nobel for Physics." She shares the prize with Arthur Ashkin and Gerard Mourou.
And finally, India's famed geological features are set to be featured on the global stage with the Geological Survey choosing heritage sites in Maharashtra and Karnataka for the geopark tag. "88-million- year old isle and crater to be geoparks" writes The Hindu.

Opposition Slams Modi Govt over Police Action on Farmers; Congress Says 'Badshah' Drunk with Power

Opposition Slams Modi Govt over Police Action on Farmers; Congress Says 'Badshah' Drunk with Power

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The government taking control of the debt laden firm IL&FS dominates front page headlines. The Times of India writes "Government takes charge of IL&FS, names board of 6 to run company ; Ousted directors may be barred from flying out". The Pioneer reports "Centre sets up new board, vows to prevent defaults, improve liquidity".
The farewell organised by the Supreme Court Bar Association for outgoing Chief Justice of India Justice Dipak Misra is prominently noticed in the press. "Justice must have human face, says CJI Dipak Misra" reports the Hindustan Times. The Indian Express quotes CJI -designate Justice Ranjan Gogoi as saying "Divided along caste,gender, religion lines. What we wear, eat, say,read, think no longer questions about our personal life".
The legal relief for activist Gautam Navlakha five weeks after he was arrested in connection with the Bhima Koregaon violence in Maharashtra is widely covered in the press. The Tribune reports "Activist Navlakha's house arrest ends ; Delhi High Court relief, quashes transit remand". The Hindu highlights an open letter written by Navlakha hours after the court order quoting him as saying "Many held for ideology".
A farmers' march to Delhi demanding loan waivers is keenly tracked by the press. The Hindustan Times reports "NH24 blocked as farmers arrive at Delhi's doorstep". The Pioneer says "50 thousand farmers on verge to storm Delhi, police slap Section 144".
In the backdrop of the recent Supreme Court order on the Aadhaar Act, the Hindustan Times takes notice of the UIDAI communication to telecom companies as it writes "Telecom companies get 15 days to submit Plan B on authentication without Aadhaar".

"Would Never Support Him": Sharad Pawar Retracts Rafale Remark Amid Row

"Would Never Support Him": Sharad Pawar Retracts Rafale Remark Amid Row

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Most of the newspapers have covered the tragic report of the death toll in Indonesia's quake-tsunami disaster as ill equipped rescuers struggled to reach scores of trapped victims. ''Indonesia tsunami toll shoots up to 832'' says the Asian Age, while the DNA adds, ''Mass burials to begin in Indonesia''.
Huge political controversy has broken out after Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal gave a religious twist to the murder of Apple executive Vivek Tiwari by a Lucknow Cop accusing the BJP of killing Hindus, is a report in the Mail Today under the headline, ''Politics peak over UP techie murder.''
All India Council for Technical Education drawing flak for endorsing the book, Bhartiya Vidya Saar, for its new elective course, Ancient Indian Knowledge Traditions, to be introduced in atleast 3000 engineering colleges across the country is a story covered in the Indian Express, ''If there are unsubstantiated claims, it will be reviewed by a committee says AICTE Chief.
Attempts to sway election outcomes by manipulating voters through technological interventions have emerged as the biggest challenge for the electoral process says the Chief Election Commissioner, is a front page report in the Hindustan Times.
The Tribune refers to an incident where a private Pakistani helicopter carrying the 'Prime Minister' of Pakistan occupied Kashmir violates the Indian airspace along the Line of Control under the headline, ''Pak chopper violates airspace in Poonch''. The Hindu adds, ''India chases away Pakistan copter breaking airspace.
And finally, the Pioneer reports about Karnataka becoming the first state in the country which will grant legal protection to the 'good samaritans' who help accident victims with emergency medical care within the 'golden hour', with the President of India giving assent to the related Bill.