Is it beginning of the end of Congress in Telangana? - The Times of India

Is it beginning of the end of Congress in T? - The Times of India: "The Congress high command may be under the impression that only a national party like it can give Telangana, but thanks to its lack of understanding of the ground reality or its condescending attitude to the whole issue, it is becoming increasingly evident that the entire region is virtually lost for the ruling party for many years to come."

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"Vettel is the champ, India the winner"

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Front pages of most papers this morning have photographs of the Formula One Champion with his trophy. "Vettel is the champ, India the winner", writes the Hindustan Times

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The other major story that makes the headlines this morning is Nira Radia, the high profile but controversial promoter of Vaishnavi Corporate Communications, announcing her decision to quit business communication consultancy and close down her offices. The Statesman and other papers have a front page photo of Nira Radia.

The Asian Age and Mail Today report that freezing conditions hit the US East Coast  on Sunday after a rare October storm wreaked havoc on air, road, and rail traffic. Mail Today says, days after flood waters submerged parts of Bangkok, New Yorkers are now facing the prospect of a White Halloween.

The Times of India writes about an international team of  scientists identifying stem cells that rapidly rebuild the tiny air sacs in the lungs called alveoli. This may pave the way for new treatment for people with damaged lungs. The Asian Age added that the International team at the Genome Research Institute, Singapore said the treatment could offer hope for heavy smokers, asthma patients, and those affected  by chronic lung-scarring.

Seven billionth baby coming today, writes the Tribune in a front page story. Projections of the worlds seven the billion baby to be born in India on Monday will be a symbol of the right of every girl to survive, said Plan International conducting the exercise. If everyone joined hands to form a human chain, seven the billion people would circle the Earth's equator about 175 times, and stretch to the Moon and back 9 times, writes the Times of India putting the staggering figure in perspective.

Over 7,800 people died in violent crimes in UP, Bihar last year - India - DNA

Over 7,800 people died in violent crimes in UP, Bihar last year - India - DNA: "Uttar Pradesh and Bihar have earned the dubious distinction of two most crime prone states, accounting for more than 7,800 lives lost in violent crimes in 2010."

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Red Bull Driver Mark Webber said the Greater Noida "Formula 1 track is 'probably the smoothest track in the world'

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The Formula 1 extravaganza scheduled for today at the new Buddha International Circuit in Greater Noida, gets prime slot in the Press. "Sebastian Vettel starts first today" writes the Asian Age. "Sachin Tendulkar to wave the chequered flag at the India Grand Prix", reports the Statesman. The Hindustan Times writes that Red Bull Driver Mark Webber said the Greater Noida "Formula 1 track is 'probably the smoothest track in the world'.

"Stir Hit Maruti goes to Gujarat for its biggest plant" - headlines the Times of India. The paper adds - 'frustrated by recurring labour trouble in Haryana, the Maruti Board granted approval to purchase land in Mehsana district in Gujarat and is expected to invest 18,000 crore rupees for its new facility.

The Mail Today writes that India has appealed to France to support its plan for voluntary exchange of tax information by the International Community at the sixth G-20 Summit at Cannes, in a move to check black money.

'Team Anna says, core committee will continue' - reports the Hindu, adding that setting aside its inner contradictions and conflicts - the core committee has decided to stay united.

Several papers write about the concert in Gurgaon by the famous American heavy metal band, Metallica, getting cancelled. The Statesman reports that four members of the organising concern DNA Networks have been arrested on charges of cheating the public.

Lovelorn tusker risks life to rescue fiancée

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Most major newsdailies today have highlighted efforts to revamp Team
Anna. " Team Anna in for a major shake-up" headlines the Asian Age, as
the Pioneer reports "Embattled Anna hints at injecting fresh blood".

As the formula-1 racing event draws closer, excitement has risen to a
feverish pitch, and almost all newspapers have reported with
photographs on various aspects of the event. The Times of India
reports "F-1 concert crashes on turn-1 - angry fans vandalize Gurgaon
site after Metallica No Show" while the Hindustan Times adds "The
Grand Indian F-1 Party begins, minus the head banging". The Asian Age
reports "F-1 practice run hit as a stray dog sneaks in" and the Times
of India adds "Lap dog's day: Bookies bet on repeat".

The spectacular rise by 516 points by the Sensex yesterday has been
noticed prominently by many dailies. "Global trends RBI gives sensex,
rupee a leg-up". The Economic Times adds "Sketchy EU deal fuels
India's rally".

The Hindu Business Line reports that Air India may get rupees 23
thousand crore equity infusion over ten years. Cabinet will base the
decision on RBI view - while Oil Firms have been urged to extend three
months credit.

The Times of India says "PAC members attack CAG, say 2G loss estimate
based on fraud " and says that some members launched an unprecedented
attack on the government auditor saying its reports were "politically
motivated".

In a lead page story the Mail Today reports "Congress gets all hands
on deck to shell Maya" and adds "Congress backs Ramesh to corner
Mayawati, support demand for CBI probe into NREGA scam".

The Indian Express it its front-page story reports "short on cash,
government eyes surplus with PSUs" and adds that "Ministers,
Departments told to report by November 15 excess money with PSUs after
investments".

"Britain re-writes rules for Royal Line of Succession" reports the
Indian Express "If William, Kate have a little girl; she will one day
be our Queen: Cameron at Commonwealth Meet".

And finally, the Pioneer reports "Lovelorn tusker risks life to rescue
fiancée" and notes that in an amazing display of bonding, a
"Cupid-struck" male captive tusker from Jaldapara forest range, in
north Bengal actually risked his life to protect his 'lady love' a
female captive elephant, from a wild herd of Jumbos.

Mukesh Ambani of Reliance Group has retained his position as the richest Indian with a net worth of $ 22.6 billion

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India's rich are loosing wealth due to inflation and corruption scandals according to Forbes magazine which also says that the combined wealth of the 100 wealthiest is down 20% from a year ago. The Asian Age, Pioneer, Mail Today and other papers have covered this story. The Tribune adds that Mukesh Ambani, the head of Reliance Group has retained his position as the richest Indian with a net worth of 22.6 billion US dollars.

Food inflation shoots to 11:43%, the sharpest increase in six months write all the papers this morning. According to the Economic Times, Food prices may not come down from the current levels. Poor storage facilities and high transportation costs add to the spike in the festive season, opines the Indian Express.

Most papers this morning report that air pollution dips this Diwali but overall pollution levels worsen. According to the Indian Express, increased awareness and favourable Met factors led to the decrease in overall air pollution in Delhi post Diwali. "Delhi Government pats itself for lower air pollution on a windy Diwali", writes the Hindu. "Experts give credit to clear weather for lower air pollution, Noise pollution, however, shoots up", says the Times of India.

Mail Today and Asian Age write that, the IBM Corporation has passed a mile stone naming the first female Chief Executive in the Company's 100 year history. The selection of Virginia Rometty is also a statement about the growing influence of women in the top tiers of business.

AND FINALLY, the Pioneer and Times of India report that, British scientists have developed artificial blood in the laboratory which they say, is just two years away from being used for transfusion. Man-made blood created from stem cells will be free from infection and can be given to anyone regardless of blood group.

Lull in Telangana stir is not victory for Centre | | | The New Indian Express

Lull in Telangana stir is not victory for Centre | | | The New Indian Express

The decision of the pro-Telangana government employees to return to work is indicative of the toll the agitation, with no immediate end in sight, is taking on the resolve and patience of its supporters. When a similar decision was taken by a section of road transport workers a few days ago, it was ascribed by the joint action committee to an official ploy to create divisions among the unions. While the charge may be true, the government’s recent decision to arrest a number of MPs, MLAs and other bigwigs, including K Chandrasekhara Rao’s son and daughter, must have also played a part in weakening the movement to some extent.