Lok Sabha Elections 2019 - "Didi, 40 Of Your Lawmakers In Touch With Me": PM Modi's Stunning Claim

Lok Sabha Elections 2019 - "Didi, 40 Of Your Lawmakers In Touch With Me": PM Modi's Stunning Claim

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Fourth phase ofelections occupies prime space in the press.

"128Million Get their Say Today" headlines The Hindustan Times."NDA's Big Test Today in Regions it Swept in 2014" leads The Timesof India. "Aam Aadmi to seal bigwigs' fate today" is ThePioneer's take.

"Hindiheartland votes today" reports The Tribune.  The paper also notes "Big-ticketcontests in final voting round in Maharashtra".

"In UPleather belt that votes today, closed tanneries cast shadow" analyses TheIndian Express, also observing "MNREGA job spike to take some load offCongress in Rajasthan".

"Oppositionhits out at Election Commission's 'silence' on Modi, Shah's utterances"notes The Pioneer on its front page.

The Papers alsocover the aftermath of Easter Sunday's terror attacks in Sri Lanka."Churches shut, Lanka crackdown continues" headlines The HindustanTimes. "Father, two brothers of Lanka suicide bombings mastermindneutralised" reports The Pioneer". The Indian Express states"Musllim residents raised first about terror safehouse raided byLankan Army". "NIA raids Kerala homes, Looks for links with Lankabombers" is the headline in The Times of India.

"Xi meetsImran, calls for improvement in Indo-Pak ties", writes The Statesmanon the Chinese President Xi Jinping meeting Pakistan Prime Minister ImranKhan.  The Indian Express states"China hopes Pakistan, India can meet halfway".

The Tribune notes"Azhar's blacklisting enters crucial phase; US Secretary General meetsChinese leaders, announcement possible by mid week".

And "Job-hopping in US gets tougher for H-1B holders; Risk Losing Status &Facing Bar on Entry for 10 Years" is a front page focus in The Times ofIndia.

Poll Body "Silent Spectator To BJP's Excesses": P Chidambaram

Poll Body "Silent Spectator To BJP's Excesses": P Chidambaram

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-


Yesterday's renewed gun battle and suicide bombing in Sri Lanka, are given top priority by newspaper this morning:- "15 dead as tips lead Lanka forces to Islamist hideout", headlines Sunday Times. The Asian Age writes, "15 die in raid, including the 3 who detonated explosives in a jihadist hideout near the eastern town of Kalmunai.

The other major story is of at least 20 thousand passengers being stranded for hours at domestic and overseas airports on Saturday. The Hindustan Times reports that the software that runs Air India's main computer server developed a technical glitch that led to the delay of about 155 flights, that cascading effect of which continued till the evening.

The Hindu carries PM Modi's response to BSP chief Mayawati's recent taunt that he was a "fake OBC". He declared that he was not merely an OBC, but had been born into a "Most Backward Caste".

The Tribune writes that the US has imposed sanctions on Pakistan after Islamabad refused to take back its citizen deportees and visa over-stayers from America, warning that it may withhold visas of Pakistanis, beginning from its senior officials.

The Times of India states that India has trashed a 'Special 301 Report' by US Trade Representative which had slammed India and China as leading sources of counterfeit medicines in the world. India said this is an attack on low cost generic drugs, which are crucial for making healthcare affordable.

While Tamil Nadu and Kerala are facing cyclone threat the Hindustan Times quotes IMD saying that parts of India face dry summer. It says central, east spring rain deficit may cause heatwave.

Hyderabad: Missing school student's body found under suspicious condition

Hyderabad: Missing school student's body found under suspicious condition

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi filing his nomination papers for the Varanasi Lok Sabha seat gets prominent coverage on the front pages of newspapers today.

"PM files Varanasi papers as NDA shows strength" reports The Asian Age. "Modi lists 2.5 crore rupee assets" ; 'Affidavit says has MA degree from Gujarat' writes The Tribune. The Time of India notes "Modi fires back at opposition, forcefully defends demonetization" ; 'Home prices dropped, Hit congress' friends'.

Congress decision to not field Priyanka Gandhi Vadra against PM Narendra Modi from Varanasi continues to make news. The Times of India observes "Her call or Rahul's ? Conflicting Congress voices over Priyanka not fighting from Varanasi".

The Mail Today features an exclusive interview of Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaking to the paper from the banks of the Ganges. "Won't let J&K be emotionally blackmailed. Only Atal Ji's formula--Insaniyat, Kashmiriyat, Jamhooriyat--can work" says PM.

The Supreme Court directing the Reserve Bank of India to disclose information regarding its annual inspection report of banks under the RTI Act also gets wide coverage across dailies. "Central bank given 'last chance' to escape contempt" notes The Tribune. "Give willful defaulters' info says SC" says the Pioneer.

The  Hindustan Times notes "CBI files FIR, 6 Prliminary Enquiries over irregularities in Mayawati-era sugar mills case". The Statesman writes "CBI blow for Maya in Uttar Pradesh sugar mills 'scam' ''.

And finally, driven by a desire to change the political discourse of the country, over 50 IIT alumni have got together and formed a new party BAP, Bahujan Azad Party, writes the Hindu.

RBI gets SC ultimatum on RTI Act disclosures

RBI gets SC ultimatum on RTI Act disclosures

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All newspapers gave front page coverage to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's massive roadshow in Varanasi. While the Mail Today captions it as ''The Varanasi show stopper'', the Hindu calls it ''Touching base''.

At 600 crores MP Chief Minister Kamal Nath's son Nakul is the richest candidate among all contestants in the 4th Lok Sabha elections reports Mail Today.

Suprme Court picks retired judge to probe bid to fix CJI, headline The Asian Age.

''India - China begin to prepare for 2nd informal summit'' headlines the Hindustan Times.

''Army begins process to induct women as Jawans, Navy next '' is The Tribune headline.

Now the Army along with NHPC will build tunnels or Bunkers along LAC to store artillery, says the Pioneer.

The Hindustan Times report  now no political party has any will to sop truckloads of illegal sand mining on 425 km long chambal sanctuary, where many river banks have already collapsed, killing many turtles too in the process.

Maruti Suzuki will stop making diesel cars from next fiscal as Bharat stage VI emission norms start kicking in from 1st April 2020 reports the Financial Express.

Bt. Brinjal is being illegally grown in Fatehabad in Harayana reports the Hindu, pinning the responsibility on MAHYCO which has not responded so far. The activists have demanded total destruction of all such genetically modified crops as they are contaminated.

Some other stories covered by papers are TIRUMALA TIRUPATI DEVASTHANAM having about 9000 kilograms of gold in banks, Barmer farmers mortgaging jewelery to feed cattle and Facebook CEO admitting that Whatsapp has been unprofitable in last five years.

Intermediate results: Three more students commit suicide in Telangana

Intermediate results: Three more students commit suicide in Telangana

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Almost all the dailies have talked aboutthe Supreme Court forming a panel to investigate charge against a Chief Justicefor the first time in 69 years, ''SC clears 3 judge panel to probe sexualharassment complaint against CJI'', writes the Indian Express. TheTimes of India adds, ''Justice Bobde next-in line to lead SC, named Panelhead.''

With white House announcing the end ofthe waiver to buy Iranian oil, Washington has conveyed to Delhi that it hasstood by India and expects reciprocity, ''US to India : Helping you on MasoodAzhar so end Iran oil imports'', reports the Indian Express.  ''Saudi Arabia, Iraq and UAE may fill in Irangap'' mentions the Business Standard. The Hindustan Times adds,''No supply crunch, but fuel price to rise post polls''.

After the Islamic State claimingresponsibility for the devastating Easter Blasts in Sri Lanka the Pioneer reports,''Government plans burqua ban after female aides of fidayeen found escapingwearing veils''.

The Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered theGujarat government a compensation of 50 lakh rupees to be paid to 2002 Gujaratcommunal riots victim Bilkis Bano. ''Supreme Court to Gujarat: Give her 50lakh, job, home'' writes The Asian Age. Other dailies have also coveredthis story.

''BJP drops Sampla, chooses Sunny Deolfrom Gurdaspur'' is a headline in The Tribune. Late Vinod Khanna's wifeKavita Khanna all set to contest as an independent after Gurdaspur seat goes toDeol.

On the cricketer turned politician theStatesman writes, ''Gambhir richest among Delhi candidates.''

The Times of India reports about a41 year old Indian origin Japanese Puranik Yogendra nick named 'Yogi' who hasbecome the first Indian to win an election in Japan.

EVM glitches hit Lok Sabha polls phase 3

EVM glitches hit Lok Sabha polls phase 3

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"BJP Faces Test in its Strongholds", is The Hindustan Times' observation on the third phase of polling today. "Phase-III test for Shah, Rahul, Mulayam Singh Yadav clan" writes The Pioneer, while The Asian Age says "Yadav strongholds in UP vote today".

"Congress old guard is back, Delhi set for 3-way fight" reports The Hindustan Times  on the announcement of candidates for the national capital. "Shiela faces Manoj; Gambhir challenge for Atishi, Lovely" quips The Pioneer.

"Rahul regrets misquoting Supreme Court" is the lead in The Pioneer. 'Misquote because of poll heat' The Financial Express quotes Rahul.

"On Election Commission order, police FIR against Pragya Thakur for Babri Masjid remark", reports The Indian Express.

"Sri Lanka names local Islamist group for Easter Sunday blasts" is the lead in The Hindu. "Toll up to 290, 5 JD(S) men among 9 Indians dead; Colombo blames Lankan Jihadi outfit" headlines The Times of India.

"US ends waiver for Iran oil, India second biggest buyer after China" notes The Indian Express.  The Times of India reports "US ends Iran curbs waiver, fuel prices set to shoot up".

"Soaring crude prices send stocks crashing" leads The Financial Express, under the caption "Manic Monday"

"China hints at more talks on Azhar as India shares 'proof' " of terror activities of the Jaish-e-Mohammed chief, is a story covered by The Tribune and The Statesman.

"Lokpal to work from Delhi hotel" reports The Tribune, on the country's first anti-corruption ombudsman and support staff being allocated space in a five-star luxury hotel premises in Delhi.

'Where is God?': Sri Lankans stunned after deadly blasts

'Where is God?': Sri Lankans stunned after deadly blasts

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The serial blasts in Sri Lanka are highlighted in almost all dailies. "Over 200 dead as blasts rock churches, hotels in Sri Lanka" - headlines Hindustan Times this morning". "Easter Mass Murder", writes The Indian Express. Atleast 4 Indians are reported to be among the victims of the suicide bomb attacks. Prime Minister Narendra Modi called up the Sri Lankan President and Prime Minister, and offered help.  There has been no immediate claim of responsibility for the blasts.
"Jaitley targets 'disruptors', stands by Chief Justice of India", reports The Asian Age on its front page.  A day after allegation of sexual harrassment surfaced against CJI Ranjan Gogoi by a female staffer, finance minister Arun Jaitley has accused Institutional Disruptors of destablizing the institution of the CJI.  In a blog he wrote "its time to stand up with the judiciary".
Financial Express reports that the total deposits in bank accounts opened under the Jan Dhan Scheme, which was launched about 5 years ago by the NDA government, are set to cross One Lakh Crore Rupees soon.  The total balance in these accounts was over 97 Thousand Crore Rupees as on April 3rd, according to a latest government data.
The Hindu writes that All India Congress Committee General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi-Vadra has said that she is willing to contest in the Varanasi parliamentary constituency in Uttar Pradesh, from where Prime Minister Narendra Modi is seeking re-election - if her brother Rahul insists.
And finally The Times of India informs that millions are still using easy-to-guess serial passwords like  - "123456" on sensitive accounts,  leaving people in danger, according to a study done by the UK's National Cyber Security Centre; Other popular string passwords being 123456789 and 1111111.

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"Judiciary Under Threat": Chief Justice Denies Sex Harassment Allegation

"Judiciary Under Threat": Chief Justice Denies Sex Harassment Allegation

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In the midst of feverish election campaign for the Lok Sabha polls, papers today have given different leads. The Asian Age writes, old rivals Maya, Mulayam share stage after 24 years.

"Pragya sorry for Karkare jibe", headlines The Pioneer on BJP candidate from Bhopal Lok Sabha seat Sadhvi Pragya Thakur's comment.

PM promises collateral free loan of upto 50 lakh rupees to traders, reports Financial Express on the front page.

"NAMO TV can air Modi's live speeches-says EC" is an Asian Age headline.

Now 112 will be a pan India emergency number. The Asian Age reports that 112 helpline is active in 20 states and Union Territories. It integrates Fire, Police & Women's Helpline numbers and is being implemented from the Nirbhaya Fund.

Another decision in concurrence with international practice is to name chemists & druggists as pharmacists, according to the Health Ministry, reports The Hindu.

The Hindu Business Line carries stories on the developing villages in Madhya Pradesh - organic cotton being adopted by many farmers there, as also an NGO Samarthan's yellow gang helping sanitise rural areas in Madhya Pradesh.

The Indian Express writes about Spice Jet hiring 100 pilots, 400 Cabin and Technical Staff from Jet Airways after the later was grounded recently.

Delhi hospital waste crosses danger level, reports Mail Today. It is about 75 tonnes of raw bio medical trash per day.

The Tribune remembers some crusader Harman Deep / Manjit Singh / Sohaj Kaur / Satnam Singh and other writers & intellectuals, who died fighting for justice for underpriviliged.

Some other stories covered by some newspapers are:-

Closing down of 1200 colleges in America due to fall in demand /

Just five per cent of water left in Marathwada dams /

Measles showing an alraming rise of 300 per cent, says WHO.

This year's Royal Society London includes an Indian scientst Gagandeep Kang apart from three Indian origin scientists. She is known for her work on Rota Virus injections in children, says an HinduT report.

US President Donald Trump Slams 'Fabricated' Testimony In Mueller Report

US President Donald Trump Slams 'Fabricated' Testimony In Mueller Report

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-


The second phase of polling yesterday is the front page lead in all the dailies. The Hindustan Times reports "Another 95 seats sealed in 2nd round of polling". The Pioneer observes "Phase-II turnout 1.3 percent less than 2014" .The Asian Age writes "Stray violence, glitches in EVMs reported".
Drawing attention to the controversy over Minority Affairs Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi's "Modi ji Ki Sena" remark at an election rally, the Statesman writes "EC lets off Naqvi with warning for remark".
In the backdrop of the BJP announcing the candidature of Sadhvi Pragya for the Bhopal Lok Sabha seat, the Indian Express reports "Bar Sadhvi from polls, trial still on: Malegaon victim's father to court".
On the hardening of India's stand againstt Pakistan, the Asian Age informs us "India halts all trade across LOC with Pak : Intel agencies found weapons, drugs and fake currency were being smuggled in".
The Tribune highlights a historic verdict of the Supreme Court on the death penalty. The paper writes "Mental illness can spare from gallows : Health state can be a mitigating factor".
The grounding of Jet Airways is prominently noticed in the press. The Times of India reports "Air India, Spice Jet line up to take Jet's slots, lease its planes".
External affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj's comments on the Balakot airstrikes are keenly tracked by the press. The Pioneer writes "No Pakistani soldier or civilian killed in Balakot air strike, says Sushma".
The Times of India has a picture of the world's highest polling booth covered in a blanket of snow. At 15,256 feet, this booth will serve 48 voters from Tashigang and Gete villages in Himachal Pradesh.

50 Lakh Lost Jobs Over 2 Years, Trend Began Just After Notes Ban: Report

50 Lakh Lost Jobs Over 2 Years, Trend Began Just After Notes Ban: Report

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Newspapers this morning lead with different stories.
"Lok Sabha polls in Vellore cancelled due to use of money power" leads The Asian Age. "First time LS polls annulled over alleged use of cash for bribing voters."
"Tamil Nadu campaign ends on a bitter note: Tax men raid Kanimozhi home, find nothing" informs The Indian Express.
"AAP, Congress set to open fresh talks for Delhi alliance" notes Hindustan Times.
"After Supreme Court rap, Election Commission wakes up to its powers" is the lead in The Hindu. The paper writes that the poll body acted against communal speeches after top court pulled it up and gave it 24 hours to act.
"Violations pile up a day after Election Commission gag on leaders" notes Hindustan Times.
The Times of India quoting Prime Minister Modi in an exclusive interview says "I still consider myself a challenger.  Those accusing us of hyper nationalism, mock Deshbhakti."
On the future of the cash strapped Jet Airways (India) Ltd., The Hindustan Times writes "Jet may ground all flights, government moves to check fares."
"Supreme Court to hear plea on entry of women in mosques" notes the Times of India.
"Shatru's wife joins SP, may take on Rajnath" informs The Asian Age.
And finally, our face evolved to help us convey emotions.  Well, The Times of India reports that humans developed smooth foreheads and hairy eyebrows to allow "non-verbal" communication.

After Raid At DMK Leader Kanimozhi's House, Tax Officials Say "False Tip"

After Raid At DMK Leader Kanimozhi's House, Tax Officials Say "False Tip"

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The Election Commission barring 4 senior political leaders from campaigning for 48 to 72 hours has been covered by all the newspapers on their front page today. "After Supreme Court prod, EC cracks whip on Yogi, Maya, Khan, Maneka" writes The Indian Express.

"EC wants Vellore polls cancelled: Money used to influence voters" is another headline in The Indian Express.

"Cabinet clears 2 lakh more seats in education institutes" with 10 percent quota for poor, is a headline in The Tribune.

Almost all dailies have covered the news on monsoon this year. "IMD says monsoon to be 'near normal' amid weak El - Nino" reports the Hindustan Times. The Hindu Business Line says, "Onset may be delayed", while the Pioneer writes "IMD allays Skymet fear".

A Picture on the front page of The Asian Age shows the historic Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris on a massive fire with smoke and flames seen billowing out from the top of the gothic Cathedral. French President Macron pledges to rebuild.

"With no life line, Jet stares at shutdown. Bills and worries mount for 14 thousand Jet employees writes the Times of India. The Economic Times says "Lenders fail to reach consensus over emergency refuelling of Jet."

" Mass production of iPhones set to start in India" reports The Hindustan Times. The Indian Factory would serve local and export market by September, when Apple announces its next iPhone models.

Lok Sabha election tracker LIVE: EC bans Azam Khan and Maneka Gandhi from campaigning for 72 hours and 48 hours respectively

Lok Sabha election tracker LIVE: EC bans Azam Khan and Maneka Gandhi from campaigning for 72 hours and 48 hours respectively

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:
"Opposition raises doubts over EVMs, seeks paper trail" is the lead in the Hindustan Times. "Opposition to move Supreme Court again for 50 per cent paper trail verification" headlines The Hindu.
'BJP to get thrice the seats Congress will win' the Asian Age quotes Prime Minister Modi in its lead.
"At 670 crore rupees, BSP has biggest bank balance among parties" notes the Times of India.
"Won't let Jammu and Kashmir dynasties divide India" The Pioneer quotes the PM, while The Hindu cites National Conference and PDP asking "Why did BJP back Muftis?"
"Pak hopes for talks, post polls; PM says, crushed its nuclear threat" the Indian Express reports on Mr. Modi's rallies in Kathua and Aligarh.
"Kejriwal hints at softening terms for pact with Congress" observes the Times of India.
Economic news also gets prominent coverage.
"Crucial Monday: Jet management to push lenders for interim funds" states the Hindu Business Line. "US Company, London Firm Backing Goyal's Bid to Reboard Jet" notes the Economic Times in its lead story.
"Tax Department may pitch for lower target in Budget;  CBDT feels 30 per cent growth in income-tax not feasible" writes the Business Standard.
The Financial Express notes "344 infrastructure projects show cost overruns of 3.16 lakh crore rupees".
And finally, "Discounts planned for consumers who seek bills at shops" reports the Hindustan Times, of cash incentives planned by the Union Government, as part of attempts to expand the GST base and increase compliance.

Opposition Renews Attack Over EVMs, Wants 50% Paper Trail Verification

Opposition Renews Attack Over EVMs, Wants 50% Paper Trail Verification

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-

Most papers predominantly cover Anil Ambani's firm getting tax relief post Rafale deal; along with other stories related to the campaigning frenzy by political parties ahead of the second phase of Lok Sabha elections.

The Sunday Statesman headlines, ''France tax relief for Anil firm after R-deal,'' while The Sunday Pioneer writes, ''Le Monde stokes Rafale blaze'' adding, ''French paper alleges 143.7 million Euro tax waiver to Ambani's firm post jet deal; Congress calls it Modi Kripa; Reliance denies link.''

With the election fever gripping the nation and political parties launching a blitzkrieg of rallies as part of their campaign across the country, dailies have covered different stories related to it. The Asian Age reports, ''Prime Minister slams 'Nyay', seeks justice for Congress' 'Anyay' while Hindustan Times says, ''Modi, Rahul trade barbs on Nyay scheme promise,''.

On the centenary of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre yesterday, dailies have noticed its commemoration. The Hindu in its headline quotes the British High Commissioner who expressed regret while paying homage to the martyrs. ''Jallianwala Bagh a shameful act'' writes the paper.

In some other stories The Sunday Times reports:

''Food inflation falls to lowest level since 1991.''

The Hindu reports some exclusive stories, '' Eco toilet on Mount Everest,''  ''Dutch doctor 'fathered' 49 children in IVF scandal'' and ''Facebook spends 22.6 million dollars to keep Marck Zuckerberg safe.''

If you want your child to crack the prestigious UPSC Civil Services Exam then think about cutting off social media platforms from her life. The Indian Express reports, ''UPSC toppers' common link: no social media, many engineers,'' adding that all the toppers of the exam had either deactivated their social media accounts or reduced their usage to only five minutes per day.

Anil Ambani firm got €143.7 mn tax relief from France after Rafale announcement: Le Monde report

Anil Ambani firm got €143.7 mn tax relief from France after Rafale announcement: Le Monde report

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The Supreme Court's interim order on the Electoral Bond Scheme is the front page lead in most papers. The Tribune writes "Electoral bond to stay : SC asks parties to list donors in sealed cover to EC". The Indian Express quotes the apex court as saying "Issues need in-depth hearing".

The controversy over Union Minister Maneka Gandhi's campaign speech in Sultanpur in Uttar Pradesh is prominently noticed in the press. The Times of India reports "Vote for me or don't seek my help, Maneka tells Muslims".

Taking note of a letter purported to have been written by some armed forces veterans to the President, the Indian Express reports "Military veterans write to President : Stop using army for political purposes; Two former service chiefs later deny giving consent to the letter".

In the backdrop of the Election Commission's stay on the screening of the biopic PM Narendra Modi, the Hindu notes "Supreme Court to hear plea against stay on Modi biopic".

A day after the BJP admitted that the NaMo app of which Namo TV is a part the party has got directions from the Delhi Chief Electoral Officer informs the Indian Express. The paper writes "Delhi poll officer to BJP : Take down non-certified content from Namo TV".

All the papers take note of a top foreign honour for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Asian Age writes "Modi gets Russia's top honour for promoting bilateral relations".

Highlighting the latest administrative move by the government, the Times of India reports "9 professionals selected as joint secretaries in biggest lateral induction into government service; will join their departments on contract basis".

Some food for thought....The Hindustan Times has a special story captioned "Eateries cash in on poll fever". It writes that some eateries in Delhi are offering dishes named after political parties and political leaders. So you could have Aam Admi Pasta or you could choose to eat Modi Magic Paneer rolls.

Voters have lost faith in EVMs, says Naidu, questions EC’s absolute powers

Voters have lost faith in EVMs, says Naidu, questions EC’s absolute powers

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The first phase of Lok Sabha polling with photographs dominates the dailies today.
"Bihar sees lowest turn out, Bengal tops" writes The Tribune, while the Hindustan Times reports, "Long queues, but lower turn out".
Often hailed as the 'silent' force behind Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's re-election in the 2015 assembly elections, women are tracking government policies before taking a call on voting, cites The Economic Times, ''Leading the Way; In Bihar, Women form majority in 25 of 40 Lok Sabha seats.''
On Wikileaks co-founder facing extradition to the United States, The Times of India reports, ''Assange's seclusion of 7 years ends with arrest in London''. The Asian Age says, "Assange held after Ecuador pulls asylum".
Nizamabad Lok Sabha Constituency in Telangana may get into the Guinness book of World Record for the use of largest number of electronic voting machines reports The Pioneer.
''Jet Airways suspends all west bound international flights'', as banks decline additional loan, is a headline in The Hindu. ''Crisis in Jet deepens: most international, internal flights suspended writes The Indian Express.
Another front page headline in the Times of India says, ''US, UK, France give China 'Azhar' ultimatums'', asking China to lift its technical hold on the ban proposal to  proscribe  Jaish-e-Mohhammed chief Masood Azhar.
And Finally, The Asian Age and the Hindustan Times report  Jamia Millia Islamia getting its first woman Vice Chancellor, Professor Najma Akhtar, a widely acclaimed educationist. She is also the first lady Vice Chancellor of any Central University in Delhi.

Rafale deal: Supreme Court dismisses govt’s objections, allows use of 'leaked' papers in review plea

Rafale deal: Supreme Court dismisses govt’s objections, allows use of 'leaked' papers in review plea 

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The Maoist onslaught in Chhattisgarh and terrorist attack in Kashmir where a BJP and an RSS leader were killed dominate front page newspaper headlines this morning.
"BJP MLA, 4 security men killed in Dantewada Maoist attack" headlines the Hindu. The Indian Express writes "Police say MLA was warned not to travel".
"RSS leader, Personal Security Officer shot dead in J&K, Army out" headlines the Statesman. The Tribune adds 'Curfew imposed in the communally sensitive town of Kishtwar in Jammu, Army stages flag march'.
"Amid the hype and din, campaign for 91 Lok Sabha seats ends" headlines The Hindu Business Line. "PM asks voters to dedicate ballot to Balakot; Rahul keeps up attack" writes the Hindustan Times.
Reporting on the events after the I-T raids on the close aids of Madhya Pradesh CM Kamal Nath, the Economic Times writes "EC Displeased with CBDT, Revenue Department". The Financial Express says "I-T to EC: We know what impartial means".  The Indian Express reports "Keep us in the loop: EC and I-T tell each other on poll money".
The Times of India reports "Prime Minister biopic gets censor's nod, Election Commission's decision to follow". The paper quotes the biopic's producer as saying "It's cinema, not propaganda".
The Times of India further reports "Was NaMo TV content certified: Election Commission to Delhi Chief Electoral officer". The paper adds "BJP will have to account for NaMo TV in its election expenditure statement to be filed with the Election Commission.
And finally, for the first time in the 140-year history of the Census in India, data for the "Census 2021 will be powered by a mobile phone app" reports The Times of India. Now, that's called Digital India!

BJP Will Manage Majority, With Allies, Predicts Poll Of Opinion Polls

BJP Will Manage Majority, With Allies, Predicts Poll Of Opinion Polls

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BJP releasing its manifesto, Air Force giving proof of striking down Pakistan's F-16 and UK court rejecting Mallya's plea against extradition are some of the stories dominating the papers today.

"BJP manifesto focusses on security, Article 370," writes the Hindustan Times while The Asian Age headlines, "BJP woos farmers, traders; pledges muscular nationalism; firm on NRC," adding, "Manifesto tagline 'Sankalpit Bharat, Sashakt Bharat', eyes five trillion dollar economy by 2025".

The Pioneer says, "Sashakt Bharat, BJP's Sankalp," while the same paper also gives space to Congress' reaction in its headline, "Jhansa patra, mocks Congress."

The Times of India quotes the Supreme Court in its headline, "Count VVPAT slips of 5 booths in each assembly seat."

After a US report that stated that no Pakistani F-16 was struck down by Indian Air Force, the IAF presents proof for doing so. The Tribune writes, " 'Credible proof' of downing F-16, says IAF," adding, "Backs its claim with radar images," while The Hindu reports, "Indian Air Force presents 'proof' to show F-16 was shot down."

A UK High Court rejecting Mallya's plea against his extradition is also widely noticed across dailies. The Indian Express writes, "Mallya loses moves closer to extradition,".

At 17.3 per cent, pre-poll currency growth sees one of the highest jumps in recent times.  The Economic Times headlines, "In Poll Season, Phir Ek Baar, Cash Hai Sarkaar."

While population of 18 to 19 age group has swelled since 2014, current electoral rolls show a sharp drop in first-time voters.  The Mail Today writes, "Capital's first time voters may miss poll bus."

Lok Sabha polls 2019: BJP wants National Register of Citizens

Lok Sabha polls 2019: BJP wants National Register of Citizens

TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS:-

Campaign trail catching up pace, with just three days left for first phase of polling, dominates the headlines in the press.
"BJP, Congress release their campaign themes; War of the Slogans; It's 'Phir Ek Baar, Modi Sarkar' versus 'Ab Hoga NYAY' " leads the Hindustan Times.
On the first joint rally of the U.P. Gathbandhan, The Indian Express reports "Maya and Akhilesh warn: Don't let votes get split, will help BJP".
"No truck with AAP in Haryana, Punjab, says Congress" notes the Pioneer.
"Day 1 of J&K highway ban: parties protest, Mehbooba threatens to take government to court" is the lead in The Indian Express. "NC, PDP provoke NH ban defiance; Highway out of bounds for two days in a week for troop movement" writes the Pioneer.
"Political row erupts over I-T raids on two aides of Congress Chief Minister in Madhya Pradesh" headlines The Times of India. " I-T raids Kamal Nath aides' premises in Delhi and MP" reports The Asian Age.
"India planning new action, claims Pak, issues a demarche" observes the Indian Express. "Government rubbishes Pakistan 'intel' of Indian attack between April 16 and 20" states the Times of India.
On the row over the F-16 attack, the Economic Times reports "India wants to know if US Teams were at Pak Bases" as deployment of US personnel at Pakistan bases is a must under the pact to monitor use of fighter Jets.
"Ex - President's party wins two - thirds majority in Male Parliament; Nasheed vows big cleanup in Maldives" notes the Asian Age.
"Thunderstorm in Delhi; flights hit' reports the Hindustan Times, on last evening's rain bringing down the temperature in the Capital.
finally, "Read to your kids at bedtime, or they could face 'million - word gap' " advises the Times of India, on the basis of a study. The Hindu notes "Parents who read to them five books a day help them build vocabulary ahead of kindergarten".

"Run, But You Can't Hide": Rahul Gandhi On PM Modi Response To Rafale Question

"Run, But You Can't Hide": Rahul Gandhi On PM Modi Response To Rafale Question

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-


The Election campaign being in top gear is the main news in today's front pages of the dailies. Modi, Rahul up the ante as Phase I of polls nears says The Hindustan Times.

BJP's eight out of 10 Haryana names out, two new faces" is The Tribune headline.

AAP, Congress to meet halfway is the headline in The Pioneer.

Not aware of F-16 count by US Pentagon spokesperson says The Hindustan Times headline.

"Top Army brass to review security situation in J&K" says The Pioneer.

"All A-Sat debris will dissolve in 45 days, India allays US fears" is the Pioneer headline.

The Mail Today reports of turbulence in Jet and Boeing as Boeing 737 Max 8 planes have been grounded. This has affected hospitality and tourism sectors, says the report.

The Sunday Business Standard describes the development in 2 villages adopted by PM Narendra Modi - Jayapur & Nagepur.  While Jayapur has made progress with pucca roads, Solar LED lights and a smart class in school, Nagepur lags behind and still work is in progress.

As an Ugadi gift Hyderabad's Madhura Nagar Station will be all women managed says a Hindu Report.

The other stories covered by newspapers are Heatwave impending from April 10 with temperatures to hit 40 degree celsius, predicts the met department.

Today being World Health Day.

A Gujjar lady Dr Bashir becomes the first ever from her community to clear the Civil Services exam.

Almost all papers carry pictures of celebration of the Hindu New Year  - Ist day of Navratri or Gudi Padwa or Ugadi as it is called.

"Will Sink Like The Titanic": PM Modi's Doomsday Prediction For Congress

"Will Sink Like The Titanic": PM Modi's Doomsday Prediction For Congress

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

"BJP-Congress fireworks over Enforcement Directorate chargesheet in Agusta Westland case is one of the top stories that finds mention in the front pages of most of the dailies this morning. "PM names Ahmed Patel, alludes to Gandhi family in Agusta scam" leads the Times of India. "BJP-Congress trade barbs on Agusta case chargesheet" writes the Hindustan Times.

The Indian Express quoting alleged middleman Christian Michel James telling the Delhi Court writes " Never named anybody, ED has leaked the chargesheet".

The Hindustan Times quoting an US report writes "India shot no F-16, all of Pakistan's planes intact". While The Times of India writes "IAF refutes US journal report that Pakistan didn't lose any F-16." The paper says that conclusive circumstantial evidence cited by IAF.

"Rahul vs Rahul vs Raghul: 3 Gandhis in Wayanad race" notes the Indian Express.

"PM Modi defends government record on jobs, growth" leads the Hindustan Times.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's road show in Ghaziabad is covered with reports and photographs in most of the dailies. The Asian Age observes "Priyanka to PM: What's your 5 year achievement?"

Referring to senior BJP leader and Lok Sabha speaker Sumitra Mahajan choosing not to contest the coming Lok Sabha election the Statesman writes "Sumitra Mahajan opts out, says BJP free to choose candidate".

"Election Commission finds Yogi flouted poll code, cautions him" informs the Times of India.

On Brexit, the Asian Age says "UK, EU set to clash over competing delay dates".

And finally, Visual quality of our memories fades with time. Well, the Times of India reports like old photographs, the visual quality of our memories declines over time, according to a study.

Policemen search Telugu Desam MP CM Ramesh house in Kadapa

Policemen search Telugu Desam MP CM Ramesh house in Kadapa

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES
The Maoist attack on BSF Jawans in Chhattisgarh, Rahul Gandhi filing nomination from Wayanad and Prime Minister Modi receiving UAE's top civilian honour, are some of the stories noted by the press today.
The Tribune headlines, "Naxals kill 4 BSF Jawans in Chhattisgarh", while The Hindustan Times notes, "4 BSF Jawans killed in Maoist ambush in Chhattisgarh forest".
"Rahul begins his Wayanad mission," writes The Asian Age while other newspapers too cover this accompanied by pictures of Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi waving at Congress supporters.
Almost all dailies have quoted BJP veteran, LK Advani's comments on opponents of the party. The Pioneer says, "BJP never dubbed political rivals anti-national" while The Hindu writes,  "BJP's opponents not anti-nationals, says Advani," adding to his quote "Essence of India is respect for diversity, he says and urges colleagues to 'Look back and Look within'.
The Reserve Bank of India trimming key repo rates by 2.5 basis points in a bid to bring down the cost of money and boost the faltering economy, is also given traction by the press. Financial Express writes, "Repo cut but money to stay costly".  While The Tribune headlines, "Another RBI rate cut, EMIs may go down".
"Top UAE honour conferred on Modi, "reports The Asian Age while Hindustan Times says, "Prime Minister to get UAE's top civilian award for big boost to ties."
Global warming and conflicts with humans will wipe out 41.8 per cent of elephant habitat in India by the century end, pushing elephants into higher elevations along the Himalayas. An exclusive report by The Pioneer writes, "Climate to give jumbos Himalayan task."
And finally, India's first earth museum, housing the country's unique geological history that chronicles rocks, pre-human skulls and dinosaur fossils, will be set up in the national capital region. The Times of India writes, "NCR to host country's first geological history museum."

Rahul Gandhi Proves A Serious Contender With A+ Manifesto

Rahul Gandhi Proves A Serious Contender With A+ Manifesto

Newspapers Headlines

Different newspapers lead with different stories today.

The Pioneer leads with voters' priorities ahead of General Elections due in less than two weeks. Citing a survey conducted by the Association for Democratic Reforms, the paper writes "Job hogs voters' minds" as the key issue in Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Telangana and Chhattisgarh.

"Besides polls, weather too turns up heat on voters" headlines the Pioneer. Quoting the India Meteorological Department, the paper says that average maximum temperatures from April to June are likely to be warmer by half a degree celsius in Central and Northwest India.

The Times of India's top headline reads "Supreme Court clears path for pension to rise manifold for employees in all firms". The paper reports that employees of the private sector will now be able to avail their pension on their full salary. 'But PF corpus will be reduced as a result' adds the daily.

The Tribune reports that after a Pakistani drone and a group of four F-16 fighter jets were seen along the Indo-Pak border in Punjab, "IAF scrambled 2 Sukhois as Pak jets came too close".

Another front page headline in the Pioneer reads "Indian Army destroys 3 Pak posts after BSF man, girl die".

The Hindustan Times reports - "Facebook s hundreds of accounts, pages 'linked' to BJP, Congress" for their 'coordinated inauthentic behavior' ahead of the poll season.

The Hindu writes "Supreme Court questions Assam government over untraced foreign immigrants". 'Where are those who have not been deported and are not in detention centres?' asks the top court.

The Sensex starting the new fiscal on a new high is reported by most dailies. 'Sensex touches 39 thousand on 40th Birthday' reports the Times of India.

In a first for the nation, an Indian Rocket puts satellites in three different orbits on a single flight! The Hindustan Times reports "New PSLV variant takes off" launching India's EMISAT and 28 other foreign satellites into space from Sriharikota yesterday. 'Wings of Fire' as they say !

Facebook says removed pages linked to India's Congress party ahead of polls

Facebook says removed pages linked to India's Congress party ahead of polls

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:

Rahul Gandhi to contest from Wayanad Lok Sabha constituency in Kerala besides his traditional stronghold of Amethi in Uttar Pradesh is the story that dominates headlines in most of the dailies this morning. ''Rahul eyes south via Wayanad'' leads The Pioneer. ''Rahul makes a 'Southern outreach' via Wayanad'' writes The Times of India. ''Left unhappy as Congress says Rahul will contest Wayanad too'' says The Hindu adding ''Announcement of second seat for Congress chief draws flak from BJP, left''.
The Asian Age quoting Amit Shah writes ''Rahul fled to Kerala out of fear. Congress President scared, Amethi voters would seek answers from him''.
''Country needs chowkidars not kings, says Modi'' writes Hindustan Times.
''Congress cons poor with garbi hatao, says PM'' notes The Pioneer. ''PM slams Congress on graft, doubts over airstrikes'' reports The Asian Age.
On Pakistan,The Indian Express quoting the Prime Minister writes ''Pakistan will die its own death, leave it, let's move ahead''.
''MiG-27 crashes, 6 jets lost this year already'' notes The Tribune adding ''IAF operating at its lowest strength''.
''Government forms omnibus anti-terror squad in J&K'' writes The Pioneer. The paper mentions that the Multi-Disciplinary Terror Monitoring Group comprise of J&K Police ADG, IB Addl. Director, officers from CBI, CBDT, NIA.
The Statesman quoting the opposition parties says ''Modi's return as PM will spell doom''. The paper writes that Mamta Banerjee, Arvind Kejriwal and Chandrababu Naidu were sharing a Vizag stage.
The Asian Age carries reports and photographs of Ukrainian comedian and presidential candidate Volodmyr Zelenskiy. The paper says Volodmyr topped the first round of Ukraine's presidential election, exit polls showed, leading incumbent Petro Poroshenko into a run-off.
And finally, a bond for life to save a garden in Mumbai. Well, The Hindu reports that South Mumbai residents deployed a novel idea to register their protest against the city's ambitious Coastal Road Project. of tying 'rakhis' to trees in Tata Garden facing the axe under Coastal Road Project.

Modi is a ‘Publicity Minister’ not Prime Minister, says Rahul Gandhi

Modi is a ‘Publicity Minister’ not Prime Minister, says Rahul Gandhi

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-


BJP National president Amit Shah filling his nomination papers for the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha constituency finds prominent mention on the front pages of the dailies this morning. "As Shah enters race, NDA shows strength" is the Hindustan Times lead. The paper adds "Shiv Sena, Akali Dal, LJP leaders turn up to underscore support for BJP".

Referring to PM Modi's campaigning in Arunachal and Assam the Asian Age writes "Modi says Congress can't stomach India's progress". The Hindu quoting the PM says "Congress resents everything we are proud of".

"Congress mulls carving 4 states out of UP. Proposal to figure in Lok Sabha poll manifesto" informs the Asian Age.

"Samajwadi Party fields Nishad form Gorakhpur after Nishad party exits" says the Pioneer adding "SP announces 2 more candidates; Nishad Party in talks with BJP".

On Arun Jaitley's blog on Article 35A, the Indian Express quotes former J&K Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti as saying "Erode Article 370, rethink J&K link to Union".

"Blast as car rams into CRPF convoy on Srinagar highway" informs the Tribune. The paper writes no one hurt, Driver on the run, Cops probe terror plot.

The Hindustan Times quoting the Enforcement Directorate (ED) writes "Clues by lobbyist point to UPA ministers."

"Court frames charges in Muzaffarpur shelter home case" inform the Hindu.

Recognising Intelligence ! Well, the Hindustan Times writes that for the first time in 132 years of its existence, the Intelligence Bureau, is recognising its officers and those in the state intelligence wings for exceptional performance with a medal of its own.