TRS, YSRC help centre make Triple Talaq ban a law

TRS, YSRC help Centre make Triple Talaq ban a law

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"Unnao rape victim fights for life after accident, murder FIR against BJP MLA" headlines The Indian Express.
"Unitech goes Amrapali way, Supreme Court asks NBCC to finish 74 projects" highlights The Times of India.
"SBI lowers deposit rates sharply; Prepares ground for deep lending rate cuts" notes The Business Standard.
The Indian Express in a front page story says, "In first 6 months, 82 per cent militants killed in Jammu and Kashmir were Valley recruits".
The Pioneer writes " 'Priyanka lao, Congress bachao' chorus grows".
And finally, "Cancer 4 times more likely to kill kids in poor nations than rich ones" The Times of India cites the first Global Burden of Disease study. India is among the worst hit, with cancer the 9th most common cause for deaths of children between 5  and 14 years of age.

After Shashi Tharoor, Amarinder Singh backs Priyanka for Congress chief

After Shashi Tharoor, Amarinder Singh backs Priyanka for Congress chief

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The Karnataka Speaker disqualifying 14 more rebel MLA's is the story that dominates headlines this morning. ''Day before trust vote, Karnataka speaker disqualifies 14 rebels'' leads The Times of India. ''Rebels disqualified till end of Assembly term'' says The Statesman.
Referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Mann Ki Baat on All India Radio The Indian Express quoting him writes ''People of Kashmir want to join mainstream''. The Times of India also, quoting him states ''Chandrayaan-2 taught us faith and fearlessness''.
''Woman power continues to drive India's rural job guarantee scheme'' reports Hindustan Times.
And finally, Niger's famous comedian Mamane takes unusual step 'to give people hope'. Well, The Asian Age reports that  Mamane plans to construct a drama school that will offer comedy and other entertainment training to Niger's youth and promote African artist and freedom on a continent rife with corruption and strife. 

Jaipal Reddy: The Congress leader behind creation of Telangana

Jaipal Reddy: The Congress leader behind creation of Telangana

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Veteran Congress leader Jaipal Reddy passes away at 77

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The Prime Minister's speech at the Kargil Vijay Diwas function to mark the 20th anniversary of the conflict has been widely reported. "India won't give in to pressure on national security: PM', reports The Indian Express. The Asian Age headlines "Kargil win a symbol of India's might: PM".

The massive rescue operation for the 1,050 passengers stranded in floods at Badlapur Maharashtra, aboard the Mahalaxmi Express, after a 17 hour ordeal has been covered extensively by newspapers.

And finally, The Indian Express reports "Punjab district gets rider: For gun licence, plant 10 trees".

'Why do you fear the Centre?': Former CIC writes to KCR and Jagan on RTI Bill

'Why do you fear the Centre?': Former CIC writes to KCR and Jagan on RTI Bill

NEWSPAPER  HEADLINES,

Swearing-in of B.S Yeddyurappa in Karnataka is the lead story across several newspapers this morning.

"Yeddyurappa sworn in as CM, floor test on Monday" is the headline in the Hindustan Times. The Indian Express  caption  reads, "Karnataka gets Yeddyurappa as CM fourth time".

Mail Today quotes the Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in its headline, "Pak can seek our help in fighting its terrorists.

The Asian Age has given prime space to Gen Rawat's warning to Pak, "'Bloodier nose' if Kargil is repeated: Gen Rawat".

"Apologise or face action, Loksabha Speaker tells Azam Khan" notices the Hindu in a front-page headline.

Supreme court questioning the centre over mob-violence is noted by the Statesman as, "Lynchings: SC notices to Centre, states on directive".

"Delhi police seize 130kg heroin in Navi Mumbai op" reports the Hindustan Times.

And finally, Wondering what gets sent to space next? Well, "Next payload to space station: A 3D organ printer and slime" writes The Times of India about SpaceX's latest space-launch mission for the NASA. 

PM Modi pays tributes to soldiers on 20th anniversary of Kargil war

PM Modi pays tributes to soldiers on 20th anniversary of Kargil war

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Clearance of RTI and Triple Talaq Bills receive prominent attention in the press.
"Lok Sabha okays Talaq law, Rajya Sabha nod for RTI changes" is the headline in The Asian Age.
On the Karnataka situation, The Times of India reports "Karnataka Speaker disqualifies 3, MLAs may move Supreme Court today".
"Don't dare another Kargil, Pak warned" The Tribune quotes Army Chief General Bipin Rawat, as India commemorates 20 years of the Kargil war.
"Dhoni to guard military post in Kashmir" headlines The Pioneer. Former Indian cricket team Captain M.S. Dhoni will be the first sportsperson to serve a stint on the frontline, performing patrol duty with the Army in August.
"3 Indian - origin MPs in new UK cabinet" of Boris Johnson, the most ethnically diverse cabinet in British history, observes The Times of India.
And finally, "Tokyo 2020 medal designer basks in fame" states The Hindu, of Japanese graphic designer Kawanishi, who designed the Olympic medals from recycled metals.

TRS-AIMIM combine jittery over BJP's rise in Telangana

TRS-AIMIM combine jittery over BJP's rise in Telangana

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Yesterday's floor-test in Karnataka assembly is the lead across dailies this morning.
"Curtains for HDK govt as coalition loses floor" headlines The Hindustan Times. The Indian Express writes, "Numbers game lost, exit Cong-JD(S)".
The Asian Age, writes, "Government is likely to extend parliament session by 10 days".
The Pioneer says, "Heavy rain in North India from July 25th to 27th".
The Hindustan Times in a front-page story highlights, "IAF may induct first rafale fighter in 3rd week of September".
A headline in The Business Standard reads, "India set to breach top 50 in Global Innovation Index".
"Part of seashore in South Mumbai to become government land" reports The Indian Express.
And, The Times of India writes in an exclusive, "ISRO scouting for a name to etch on lunar landing site"

"Greed" Of Vested Interests Won, Tweets Rahul Gandhi After Karnataka Loss

"Greed" Of Vested Interests Won, Tweets Rahul Gandhi After Karnataka Loss

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ISRO's GSLV-Mark-3 carrying Chandrayan-2 taking off from the second launchpad at the Sriharikota spaceport is the story that dominates headlines in most of the dailies this morning. "India leaps for moon, all eyes on September landing" leads the Times of India.
On the latest in Karnataka, the Indian Express writes "Trust vote spills over again, new deadline 6 pm today".
The Hindu quoting US president Donald Trump writes "I would love to be a mediator on Kashmir". "Delhi denies Trump claim that PM asked him to mediate on Kashmir" says the Indian Express.
"Government to fix mandatory wage floor for states" informs the Business Standard adding "overhaul in salary structures of private sector firms on cards".
"Lok Sabha clears changes to RTI" states the Hindustan Times.
Referring to the next Vice chief of the Indian Army the Tribune writes "Lt. General MM Narvane named next Vice Chief".
And finally, ISRO plans mission Sun next year. Well, the Pioneer reports that after Chandrayan-2, ISRO has planned launch of its solar mission, Aditya-L1, in the first half of 2020 to study the Sun's corona, the outer layers of the Sun, extending to thousands of kilometers.

CHANDRAYAAN 2: SUCCESSFULLY INJECTED INTO ORBIT, MOON LANDING SCHEDULED FOR 7 SEPTEMBER

CHANDRAYAAN 2: SUCCESSFULLY INJECTED INTO ORBIT, MOON LANDING SCHEDULED FOR 7 SEPTEMBER

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS,
Newspapers this morning focus on different stories.

''Karnataka government on the line as House reconvenes today'' is the lead in the Hindustan Times.
''Glitch fixed, Chandrayaan-2 will be a success'' The Times of India quotes the ISRO Chief. The Indian Express leads with ''Narrow window for second Moon shot'' as launch opportunity exists just for a few minutes.
'Modi 2.0 sets fast pace in 1st 50 days', The Times of India cites a report card, with key steps taken on national security and welfare schemes.
''Delhi bids final adieu to Shiela Dikshit'' The Asian Age captions a photograph of the fomer chief minister's funeral.
''First battle group to be along Pakistan border'' headlines The Tribune, on the government's plan to have integrated battle groups, as a step to restructure the Army.

Ahead Of Chandrayaan Take 2, ISRO's Track Record Inspires Confidence

Ahead Of Chandrayaan Take 2, ISRO's Track Record Inspires Confidence

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Most newspapers lead with a tribute to former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit, who passed away yesterday.

The Indian Express headline describes her as  "CM who shaped new Delhi".

Many papers also feature a photograph of PM Modi paying his tributes to Sheila Dikshit the longest-serving woman CM, on their front page.

Another story that finds prominence in the papers  is the capture of the British tanker with 18 Indians on-board, by Iran. The Pioneer writes, "India in talks with Iran for Indian crew's release".

The Tribune quotes  the Defence Minister Rajnath Singh as saying, that the government was "for talks, but had many other means too", to resolve the Kashmir issue. In related news, the Hindustan Times reports that there were "fewer stone-pelting cases in Kashmir under central rule".

And finally, those who don't declare any taxable income, but splurge money on buying cars, homes and jewellery will now have to contend with a new weapon of the Income-tax authorities. Aadhar will now be used to track big-ticket transactions, reports the Hindustan Times.

"Served Congress Till The End": Sonia Gandhi's Letter On Sheila Dikshit

"Served Congress Till The End": Sonia Gandhi's Letter On Sheila Dikshit

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The Karnataka crisis continues to receive prime focus in the press.

"HDK Government lives in Speaker's trust" is The Pioneer headline. The Times of India writes "HDK Government turns trust vote one-dayer into a Test match".

The Economic Times lead says "Bears Return to Dalal Street as Foreign Funds Head for Exit" The paper adds, "Tax worries take Toll".

"Deficient rain, floods hike vegetables' price; Tomato, Onion see up to 100 per cent rise" states The Pioneer.

"Blacklist fear forces Pakistan to shut 20 terror camps in PoK" ahead of the Financial Action Task Force meeting in October, reports The Indian Express.

The Asian Age writes, "Gulf tense as Iran, US in drone spat".

And Finally, "Only digital toll payment on all national highways soon" writes the Hindustan Times. "FASTag 'must' from December; just 1 lane for others" informs The Pioneer.

No Karnataka floor test till Monday: Speaker adjourns House on Day 2 of debate; HDK, Congress move SC over 17 July order

No Karnataka floor test till Monday: Speaker adjourns House on Day 2 of debate; HDK, Congress move SC over 17 July order

NEWSPAPERS
The Karnataka trust vote row hogs the front page of almost all the dailies today.  "Assembly adjourned, trust vote not taken on Thursday despite Governor's advice", writes The Pioneer.  The Asian Age headline reads, "Karnataka Governor to HDK: Prove majority by 1.30 PM today."
On the Kulbhushan Jadhav case, The Indian Express reports "After India calls for action on ICJ order, Pak says will grant consular access".
Quoting the Delhi Chief Minister The Times of India states, "Residents of illegal colonies to get ownership." The paper says that Most of the trans Yamuna localities to benefit from the regularisation of colonies.
"Keep a close watch on Tik-Tok, PMO tells IT Ministry after complaints" states The Economic Times on the global controversies surrounding the popular Chinese Video app.

Kulbushan Jadhav's Friends Appeal To Imran Khan After World Court Verdict

Kulbushan Jadhav's Friends Appeal To Imran Khan After World Court Verdict

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Pakistan reopening its airspace makes for the top headline across newspapers this morning.
"Pak lifts airspace ban imposed after Balakot" is the headline in the Hindustan Times. The Asian Age headline reads, "Pak opens airspace, India lifts all curbs".
On Building collapse in Mumbai The Indian Express informs, "10 die in Mumbai building collapse, 3-yr-old survives in his grandmother's arms".
Government urging for extension of deadline on the final NRC-list finds mention in The Hindu that writes, "Centre, Assam move SC for sample re-verfication of NRC".
Writing on the fake currency menace at the Bangladesh border Mail Today says, "Bangla border new entry point for fake notes"
PM's warning to truant ministers is noticed by the Statesman that writes, "PM pulls up 'absentee' ministers"
And finally, Want to live long? "Cut 300 calories per day to boost health" reports the Times of India of a research, published in the journal the Lancet, which says it helps check cholesterol, brings down BP and sugar levels.

10 Dead As Decades-Old Mumbai Building Collapses, Many Feared Trapped

10 Dead As Decades-Old Mumbai Building Collapses, Many Feared Trapped

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India postponing Chandrayaan-2 launch, roughly an hour before blast off due to technical glitch is the story that dominates headlines space in newspapers. " Chandrayaan-2 launch put off, maybe for a few moons" leads The Times of India. The paper says that the Cryo Engine leak halts operation 56 minutes before take off.
" Government plans one-time amnesty scheme for old Income-Tax cases" reports the Hindustan Times.
The Business standard writes "Sovereign bonds issue may be done in phases. Centre to test waters via four billion dollar first tranche".
The Asian Age reports, former Prime Minister Chandra Shekhar's son Neeraj Shekhar quits the samajwadi party; The paper headlines "SP leader quits as MP, may join BJP".
And finally, No 'My Lord' or 'Your Lordship' at the Rajasthan High Court.  The Tribune reports that in a first for any High Court, Judges ruled against the Colonial practice, want to be called 'Sir' or 'Srimanji' instead.

Congress-JDS Govt to Face Trust Vote on Thursday, Rebel MLAs in Mumbai May Skip Session

Congress-JDS Govt to Face Trust Vote on Thursday, Rebel MLAs in Mumbai May Skip Session

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The news of England winning the World cup for first time after a tied Super Over and Djokovic winning in the longest Wimbledon Final covers the front page of all the dailies today.
"Pak bows, make concession on Kartarpur Sahib pilgrimage" writes The Times of India with Pakistan assuring it won't allow pro Khalistani elements to use the corridor for anti India activities.
To revamp its flagship Skill India Mission, the government is all set for new courses related to Electric Vehicles. "EV courses, fresh tie ups to power skill India engine" writes The Hindustan Times.
"Centre may hire public sector bank EDs through lateral entry" reports The Business Standard.
The Indian Express states, "Government  readies plan for second wave of asset monetisation"  with an inter ministerial committee to soon recommend a list of PSUs to raise resources for fresh investment.
And finally, Gagandeep Kang becomes the first woman scientist in India to be elected to the royal society, entering the coveted league of scientists of the order of Isaac Newton writes The Tribune.

England win Cricket World Cup after super-over drama against New Zealand

England win Cricket World Cup after super-over drama against New Zealand

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The political crisis in Karnataka continues to dominate headlines in most newspapers today. The Pioneer writes, "Karnataka  heading for House showdown".  The Asian Age reports "Congress rushes Kamal Nath to manage Karnataka crisis." The Indian Express says "BJP split on staking claim, coalition hopes to win trust vote.
On tomorrow's Chandrayan-2 launch The Times of India writes " India all set for 52 day trip to moon, backpacker style."
Quoting the Army Chief The Sunday Tribune reports Cyber, Space assets bound to dominate future wars." The Hindustan Times writes "Future conflicts will be more violent, predicts General Rawat."
The Hindu in a front page story informs "India builds 250 homes in Myanmar to assist Rohingya" The India Express adds "As India build houses, Myanmar to reach out to Rohingya in Bangaladesh."
The Hindustan Times highlights "Government to impose penalty for misquoting Aadhar -Misrepresenting  identity number in transactions to draw penal action."
And finally, for sports lovers its a "Triple Sundae" treat, with the World Cup Cricket Final, Wimbledon Men's Single's Final, and F1's British Grand Prix at Silverstone today informs The Times of India.

Facebook’s $5 billion FTC fine is an embarrassing joke

Facebook’s $5 billion FTC fine is an embarrassing joke

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The Supreme Court ordering status quo on Karnataka rebel MLAs issue is one of the stories that dominates headlines this morning. The Tribune quoting the Supreme Court says "Status quo in Karnataka till July 16th". The paper adds that the SC bars Speaker from deciding on resignations by rebels, their disqualification.
In a related story, The Pioneer leads with "HD Kumaraswami to brave trust vote, startles all". "Karnataka CM seeks trust vote, MLAs taken to resorts", notes The Asian Age.
On one of the main landmarks of Rishikesh, the Laxman Jhula which was constructed in 1929 and thrown open for the public one year later, the Statesman writes "Movement banned on iconic Laxman Jhula".
"Wasnik, Kharge in the race for Congress interim chief", informs The Asian Age.
"Government to soon make ration cards portable in country", writes Hindustan Times.
And finally, Baseball goes hi-tech with a robot for an umpire. Well, The Times of India reports that a computer officially called balls and strikes for the first time in the game's history in the United States. 

As Karnataka Chief Minister Seeks Trust Vote, Lawmakers Off To Resorts

As Karnataka Chief Minister Seeks Trust Vote, Lawmakers Off To Resorts

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The political drama in Karnataka and Goa is splashed across the front pages of the dailies along with other stories.
"Karnataka Speaker fails to toe Supreme Court line" writes The Pioneer while Hindustan Times headlines, "Speaker meets Karnataka rebels, says will study resignations 'all night'.
"CBI raids Jaising house, NGO run by her husband,"writes The Asian Age on Indira Jaising's house being raided in a case linked to FCRA violations.
The Cabinet approving amendments to the POCSO Act is covered by The Hindu on its front page. "Centre redefines child porn, moots stiff penalties,"writes the daily.
The global MPI 2019 report of the United Nations is also given traction by The Indian Express. The paper reports, "Lifting 271 million out of poverty in ten years, India fastest, Jharkhand No.1 area, says UN."
And finally, Re-examination of a skull found in the 70s has put back the clock on mankind's arrival in Europe by over 150,000 years! The Hindustan Times writes, "Europe's first human advent."

Political drama in Goa as 10 Congress MLAs meet Assembly Speaker Rajesh Patnekar

Political drama in Goa as 10 Congress MLAs meet Assembly Speaker Rajesh Patnekar

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-
.Political turmoil in Karnataka continues to grab headline space across newspapers this morning.
"Breather for coalition" headlines The Statesman adding "Karnataka speaker refuses to accept 8 'inappropriate resignations, gives rebels time". "8 letters not in order, says karnataka speaker" writes The Hindu.
Writing on the Govt's second major reform on labour the Hindustan Times writes, "After Wage Code, Labour Safety on Cabinet table".
On the Illegal migrants issue The Hindu informs, "SC to decide if illegal migrants can be given status of refugees".
"CBI searches 110 sites in pan-India anti-graft raids" writes The Pioneer.
The Tribune on improved sex-ratio in Haryana writes, "Big leap by Haryana on gender ratio map".
 "The secret to tasting wine like a professional? Spitting" reads a headline in The Times of India that reports of this strange wine-testing method in France.

"No Longer Acceptable": Trump's New Tweet Attack On India Over Tariffs

"No Longer Acceptable": Trump's New Tweet Attack On India Over Tariffs

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-

All the ministers of the Karnataka government resigning - to facilitate a reshuffle, is the lead in several news papers. The Hindu writes, "Congress, JD (S), ministers resign, reshuffle likely: Speaker to decide on resignations today.
An Asian Age headline reads:- "Aghast' Karan Singh seeks fast selection of Congress President."  Veteran Congress leader Dr. Karan Singh  has called for quick selection of a successor to Rahul Gandhi by the Working Committee, under the chairmanship of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.
The Tribune reports that India has rejected a United Nations report on human rights abuse in Jammu and Kashmir and has lodged a strong protest, calling it a continuation of the earlier false and motivated narrative.
The Hindustan Times informs us that the Rajya Sabha yesterday passed the Aadhaar and other Laws (Amendment) Bill 2019 - which allows for voluntary use of Aadhaar as proof of identity for consumers to open bank accounts and get mobile phone connections.

Karnataka govt on edge after 15 MLAs withdraw support; BJP announces stir for CM's resignation, Congress plans state-wide protests

Karnataka govt on edge after 15 MLAs withdraw support; BJP announces stir for CM's resignation, Congress plans state-wide protests

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Political developments in Karnataka receive prominent attention in the press.

"Kumaraswamy back from US, goes into huddle with Congress to save government" is the lead in The Indian Express."Congress, JD(S) offer mantri posts to rebels; 13 Dissenting Legislators reject Deal" writes The Times of India.

"Rahul aides Deora, Scindia quit party posts" highlights The Pioneer. Mail Today terms it "Raining Resignations".

On the delayed monsoon onset, The Hindustan Times  states "Rain likely over 4 days but deficit may not be covered".

"Those who file I-T returns with only Aadhaar will get PAN automatically" informs The Pioneer.

Under the caption "Decoding the Budget", an Economic Times poll predicts, "Markets Unlikely to see Fireworks this Diwali".

"Government may set October deadline for Air India sale" reports The Business Standard.

The Hindustan Times focuses on Road Safety, observing, "Rigorous testing finds Delhiites lacking in basic skills" as "Half of applicants fail driving tests in automated format".

HD Kumaraswamy Back, Deve Gowda Heads Karnataka Crisis Meeting

HD Kumaraswamy Back, Deve Gowda Heads Karnataka Crisis Meeting

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-


Most of the newspapers have focussed their attention on the political crisis in Karnataka and Prime Minister Modi's deion of those criticising the budget as "professional pessimists". The Asian Age headline reads "JDS-Cong govt on shaky ground as 12 MLAs quit".  Sunday Times of India says that 5-6 more MLAs are likely to resign on Monday, leading to the fall of the JDS-Cong government.

"Professional pessimists": PM on $5 trillion critics" is the Asian Age headline. The paper quotes the PM as reiterating that he was confident that India will definitely achieve a GDP of $5 trillion in the next five years.

Hindustan Times quotes Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh as saying that "Congress needs young blood to replace Rahul".

The "Govt may raise $10 billion via first sovereign bond overseas", reveals a Financial Express headline.

The Hindu reports that "Soon, docs to prescribe only generics". A possible amendment to extant laws is aimed at ensuring that doctors dispense only generic medicines, says the paper.

Pioneer reports that the 292 year old walled city of Jaipur is now a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Karnataka Alliance in Crisis after 12 MLAs Resign; Cong Aims to Placate Rebel Lawmaker Ramalinga Reddy

Karnataka Alliance in Crisis after 12 MLAs Resign; Cong Aims to Placate Rebel Lawmaker Ramalinga Reddy

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Quite expectedly its yesterday's Union Budget by the country's first lady full time Finance Minister Ms. Nirmala Sitharaman which makes for front page news in all newspapers today.

"Rights, Duties and 5 trillion hopes"headlines the Hindustan Times. 3.3 % Deficit targeted in 2020.

The Asian Age says, "Low on populism, Budget aims to spur growth with rural focus".

"Budget takes economy to semi final" is the Economic Times headline. Sitharaman bets on easier credit not fiscal boost for faster growth, says the report.

"Stress on Zero budget farming, allocation hiked" reports the Statesman.

The Hindu Business Line reports that there was no drama, no tension except for the loud cheer that erupted from women members for Ms Sitharaman being the first full time lady Finance Minister to present the Budget.

The other stories covered by papers are -

-Haryana farmers sowing HT BT Cotton in Hissar defying government,

-Nalini the Rajiv Gandhi assasination accused getting 30 days parole,

-Removal of CBI's additional director M.Rao and final arrival of monsoon in Delhi.

Budget: Rs 400 cr for building world-class institutes

Budget: Rs 400 cr for building world-class institutes

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Pre-budget speculations made in the Economic Survey 2019 features as the top headline across national dailies today.

"Private investment key, stick to fiscal glide path: Survey" is the headline in the Indian Express according to the survey. The Economic Times writes, "Nudge and Push for 8 per cent growth".

Quoting India's response to the latest Pak reply about Dawood Ibrahim's whereabouts The Hindustan Times writes, "Pak trying to fool the world: India".

"Kulbhushan Jadhav case verdict on July 17: ICJ" informs the Hindu about the latest response from the ICJ.

Mail Today makes an alarming observation, on the capital city Delhi, saying, "Guns easy to buy, robbers on rampage in the city"

"Light rain breaks 16-day dry spell in Capital" writes the Pioneer adding, "Monsoon likely in 2-3 days; shower drenches NCR; humidity soars"

And finally, "Sitting while watching TV linked to higher risk of heart: Study" warns a headline in The Times of India that reports of a study by the researchers at the Columbia University in the US.

"Thank You": Rahul Gandhi's Letter After Saying He's Not Congress Chief

"Thank You": Rahul Gandhi's Letter After Saying He's Not Congress Chief

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India's commercial capital Mumbai being shattered by its second highest single day rainfall in July in 45 years that paralysed the city and claimed lives is the story that dominates headlines this morning. ''29 die in heaviest Mumbai downpour since 2005 deluge'' leads the The Times of India.
Referring to BJP's General Secretary Kailash Vijayvargiya's son's attack on an Indore civic official with a cricket bat, the Pioneer writes ''Modi slams assault and battery''. The paper says ''PM raps MP MLA, warns party leaders not to be carried away by arrogance of power''.
And finally, 25 per cent post of doctor vacant in rural areas. Well the Tribune reports that India continues to reel under a severe shortage of doctors and specialist across all levels of healthcare delivery. Eight of every 10 specialist post not filled at community health centres. This explains the weak response to epidemics like the Acute Encephalitis Syndrome out-break in Bihar.

Heaviest Rain In A Day Since 2005 Brings Mumbai To A Standstill

Heaviest Rain In A Day Since 2005 Brings Mumbai To A Standstill

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Most papers lead with Parliament's unanimous approval for extension of 'President Rule' in J&K as also the 'key Reservation Bill'. Hindustan Times quotes Home Minister Amit Shah as saying in Parliament that late Atal Bihari Vajpayee's approach of 'Jamhooriyat, Insaniyat and Kashmiriyat will guide the Centre's policies towards the state.
Indian Express writes, "Government rolls out plan to save water, says it will be a mass movement, with launch of the 'Sanchay Jal, Behtar Kal' campaign for rain water harvesting and water conservation.
"5G panel head wants Chinese vendors excluded from trials", headlines The Times of India. A senior government official has opposed Huawei from participating in the ongoing 5G trials in the country, citing security concerns about the Chinese telecom giant.
Hindustan Times quotes former Finance Minister Arun Jaitley as saying that India can, potentially, have two slabs for the Goods and Services Tax, once revenue collection increases. 

700 forest officials gather at Sirpur Kaghaznagar, plant trees to protest attack by TRS MLA's brother

700 forest officials gather at Sirpur Kaghaznagar, plant trees to protest attack by TRS MLA's brother

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES
First edition of the Prime Minister's address post elections focus on Emergency and water conservation. "Democracy must not be taken for granted" quotes the Statesman. The Times of India writes "Modi calls for Swachh like water conservation Mission".
The Asian Age states, "Both JD(U), BJP eye 'Big Brother' tag, adding there is a buzz that Nitish Kumar led Bihar government "could advance the Assembly polls."
"Nagaland to initiate its own version of NRC from July 10th", headlines The Hindu.
Budget may unveil a national warehousing grid to plug key gaps, Maharashtra model", reports the Indian Express.
"Shell out fee on Paytm transactions from today" reports the Economic Times.
And finally, The Hindustan Times writes, "33 quarantined Gir Lions may never stalk the wild" because of the imposing danger of a virus on these survived Asiatic lions. They will be used for gene pool research, breeding and animal exchange programme.

TRS activists beat up woman forest officers, staff with sticks, poles

TRS activists beat up woman forest officers, staff with sticks, poles

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The Asian Age leads with "G-20: PM talks inclusivity, showcases Sabka Saath." The Indian Express reports, no safe haven for economic offenders, says Osaka Declaration".
The Sunday Times and several other papers headline "US and China to resume trade talks, halt tariff war for now - Trump softens up eases Huawei curbs."
The Hindu reports "Door Darshan wades into 'war over waves' along LOC in Kashmir", the daily adds, Set-top boxes to be distributed free in 10 border districts, where antennas capture Pakistan TV channels.
"India proposes Kartarpur meet with Pakistan experts in  July" reports The Asian Age.
Financial Express writes "Government to soon finalise IT intermediary guidelines". The Daily adds new norms aimed at checking fake news, objectionable content.
Hindustan Times in a front page story says "Government scholarship to check brain drain". HRD Ministry is doing something to reverse the trend. It's planning to start a programme that will offer scholarship to students who want to do their PHD in top international universities.
And finally, Sunday Times quotes some one as saying "Only rain can save Chennai". Water activist and urban planner Vishwanath Srikantaiah adds to it: reviving water bodies, growing water-efficient crops and recycling waste water are ways to ensure that such a crisis never repeats in future.