News Digest: False ceilings: Mind the roof over your head

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Sunday, October 12, 2014
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		India
		False ceilings: Mind the roof over your head Should homes have false ceilings? Many experts say that the risks outweigh the advantages. Haryana may tighten noose around Ashok Khemka The Haryana government may soon put the final seal of approval on the controversial Robert Vadra-DLF land deal by starting the process of appointing an investigating officer (IO) against whistleblower IAS officer Ashok Khemka. Cyclone Hudhud: All transport services in Andhra take a hit Train, air, road and sea transport services were adversely affected yesterday and the situation is likely to be no better today due to the impact of the impending cyclone Hudhud. More India News»

		Business
		World economies warn of global risks, call for bold action The International Monetary Fund's member countries on Saturday said bold action was needed to bolster the global economic recovery and they urged governments not to squelch growth by tightening budgets too drastically, although Germany poured cold water on the idea of a new global "crisis." French economy minister calls for EU 'New Deal' French economy minister Emmanuel Macron on Sunday proposed a €300 billion euro "New Deal" in Europe to boost investment and growth, while promising to accelerate fiscal reforms at home. Gold, silver recovers on festive demand Gold prices recovered by Rs 30 to Rs 27,400 per ten gram in the national capital on Saturday on scattered buying by jewellers and retailers, driven by festive season. More Business News»

		Environment
		Burning garbage a health hazard for Gurgaon's Sohna Road residents According to them, the burning of waste in the open leads to discharge of poisonous gases, impacting the health of residents, particularly triggering asthma and respiratory diseases. Heritage trees to get 'health-card' in Kerala In an ambitious project to protect grand old trees in public places, the Kerala Forest Research Institute has come out with a proposal to mark them with a "health-card". Activists allege illegal transfer of elephants in Kerala Animal rights activists have voiced concern over illegal transfer of ownership of captive elephants in the state. More Environment News»

		World
		Thousands protest police shootings in US The downtown march came hours before the Cardinals game at Busch Stadium, just blocks from the protest route. Mexico mass graves: 'Some bodies aren't of students' The governor spoke at a news conference in Iguala, the city where municipal police have been accused of working with a drug gang in the disappearance of the students on September 26. As Hong Kong protests swell, China puts blame on US A Chinese state-run newspaper blamed the United States for being behind the protests. More World News»

		Entertainment
		'I feel low only when I have fought with my wife' Siddharth Anand, 36, believes that nothing in the industry matters like success. If you are successful, you can be rude and get away, but if you are nice but down, no one will give you work. Bigg Boss 8: Who wanted to fake romance in house? While Minissha says Aarya had approached her to stage a romance on the show before entering the house, Aarya says it was her suggestion. We spoke to both their families and here’s what Aarya’s sister, Juhi and Minissha’s mother, Manju, had to say about the controversy. Pics: 5 mama's boys of Bollywood! More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Now, a robot hand that both grips and feels A Swedish arm amputee has become the first person to be able to control his prosthetic limb with his mind, allowing him to keep his physically demanding job as a truck driver. Brain scans explain DIY investing A new field of neuroeconomics is giving investors insight into brain chemistry that is responsible for their market moves The world at your feet — the pursuit of happiness Dr Simon N Young, professor at McGill University, Montreal, how our actions and other external factors such as meditation, diet, or even better lighting can influen ence moods through neurochemicals. More Science News»

		Sports
		Federer beats Djokovic to enter Shanghai Masters final Federer avenged a tough loss to Djokovic in the Wimbledon final by beating the top-ranked Serb 6-4, 6-4 in the semifinals of the Shanghai Masters. Injured Ljungberg ruled out of Indian Super League opener India's new football league was dealt a blow ahead of its very first match when Mumbai City star Freddie Ljungberg was ruled out with a calf injury. Tardelli's brace gives Brazil 2-0 win over Argentina in friendly Messi had a penalty saved as Brazil continued their defensive rehabilitation under coach Dunga with a morale-boosting 2-0 win over Argentina in a friendly. More Sports News»

		Technology
		Moto X (Gen 2) review: A big, big step forward Does the new Moto X belong in the big league or is it just a feature-rich phone meant for only a few? We find out Moto X (Gen 2) review... 10 top tech stories of the week Here's a quick look at what made news in the world of technology in the week just gone by... 10 top technology trends for 2015 Wonder which are the technology trends that are likely to have a significant impact on organizations in the year 2015? Here's looking at the top 10 technology trends that will prevail in the coming year. More Technology News»

		Education
		Row over site selection delays work on Central University, IIM Site selection for two reputed institutes has become a political issue in Himachal Pradesh. Logjam over Himachal Pradesh University fee hike issue continues, students to intensify stir The logjam between students and government over the fee hike in Himachal Pradesh University is continuing even after two weeks as no party is ready to bow down. UK announces 396 scholarships worth 15 crore for Indian students The United Kingdom government has announced the Great Britain Scholarships — India 2015 and Great Scholarships Guide as part of the 'Great Britain' campaign. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Candidate's competence & image matter most to voters: Survey A government survey of voters in Maharashtra has revealed that few people vote due to ideological or political reasons. What matters is a candidate’s competence and image. BJP, Congress, Shiv Sena and MNS woo Hindi speakers in Kandivli East A four-cornered contest has turned the Kandivli assembly constituency in the north of the city into a political akhada. Longest-serving MLA in Maharashtra looks to score eleventh win Ganpatrao Deshmukh is 88 and only the second legislator in India after DMK chief M Karunanidhi to have won 10 elections. The Peasants and Workers Party (PWP) politician has represented Sangola in Solapur district a record 54 years, and his supporters in the drought-prone constituency do not want him to stop. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Competition Commission of India to reply on DDA plea to stay probe The court, however, said if CCI passes any final order, it will not be given effect to for four weeks to enable DDA to challenge the same. Burden of labour kills childhood dreams Kailash Satyarthi’s relentless fight against child labour has definitely shown positive results. Create policy to safeguard cattle: Court With campaigns against cattle slaughter being intensified by some right wing organizations, a trial court has called upon the Centre to create a policy and a foolproof mechanism for protecting cattle in the country. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Bangalore may do a Bogota with vehicle holidays Environmentalist Naveen KS said localized version of vehicle holidays are also the key here. Pepper lands youth in soup Vinay Kumar told police they had no intention of robbing the women. TV journalist hangs himself Police said Sanjay had been to Badami to meet his wife and returned on Friday night. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		12 more accused identified in Vijayawada triple murder case Police found the involvement of 12 more people in the Gannavaram triple murder case. Cops have already identified Bhutam Govindu and Bhutam Srinivasa Rao as the main accused in the case and arrested seven others including four sharp shooters and three conspirators. Telangana Industries bill proposes right to clearances Industrialists seeking to invest in Telangana may soon be able to invoke the ‘right to clearances’ under the proposed Telangana State Project Approval and Self Certification System (T-Pass) Act, 2014. Telangana industries bill proposes right to clearance Industrialists seeking to invest in Telangana may soon be able to invoke the ‘right to clearances’ under the proposed Telangana State Project Approval and Self Certification System (T-Pass) Act, 2014. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Sothern Raillway to construct bridges, subways at 260 level crossings Southern Railway will construct rail over-bridges and subways at 260 railway crossings in Chennai railway division in an attempt to prevent accidents, divisional railway manager P K Mishra said on Saturday. TN govt announces 9,088 special buses to meet Diwali rush With several lakh people expected to take buses during the festive season, chief minister O Panneerselvam on Saturday announced that the state transport corporations would operate 9,088 special buses for five days, beginning October 17. Chenai corporation to clean mosquito breeding spots The health department of the city corporation has launched a drive to reduce mosquito breeding ahead of the rains in all 15 zones across the city and its suburbs. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Ahmedabad malls may see 48.2% drop in footfalls this festival season: Survey Shopping malls have started feeling jittery as the footfalls in Ahmedabad's malls is likely to go down by 48.2%, says a survey by industry body Assocham. SBI Pinkathon to be held in Ahmedabad on October 12 Several women in Ahmedabad will participate in a marathon on Sunday to spread awareness on breast cancer. Thara zameen par for Swachch check On her first day in office on Friday, the new Ahmedabad municipal commissioner D Thara made it clear that she means business when it comes to sanitation. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		AU plans audit of sports infrastructure With the aim of strengthening the existing sports infrastructure and procurement of new equipment for various disciplines, the authorities of Allahabad University are planning to conduct an audit of all its existing sports resources. HC seeks reply on railway cops select list On the writ petition challenging the select list for the post of constables in Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Railway Protection Special Force (RPSF) in North Eastern Railway (NER), the Allahabad High Court on Friday asked the director general, RPF, Railway Board and IG-cum-chief security commissioner RPF, NER, Gorakhpur to file their respective replies. HC orders DG to probe into infant's death at PHC The Allahabad High Court on Friday directed the director general, medical health, UP, to conduct an enquiry and submit report in respect of birth and thereafter death of a child in front of primary health centre (PHC) at Jasra in Allahabad. It was alleged that a pregnant woman was not allowed admission in the PHC as she, due to abject poverty, had failed to fulfill the illegal demand of money of the hospital's doctors and staff. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		'Sorcery': Couple killed in Keonjhar Saharpur village, about 25 km from here, witnessed a gory scene on Thursday night when a group of villagers killed a couple, suspecting them of practising sorcery, by sliting their throat. Hoardings taken off to prevent mishaps Anticipating a wind speed of 80 to 90 kmph during the cyclonic storm on October 12, Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Friday asked private advertisers to remove hoardings and other display boards. Revenue collection up The state has recorded 10.19% increase in revenue collection by August-end compared to corresponding period last financial year, official sources said. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Youth accidentally mixes acid with liquor, dies after drinking it A 24-year-old youth died after he mixed acid with liquor and consumed it assuming it as water, here on Saturday morning. A case was registered at Ashoka Garden police station of the city. CBI raids army's vehicle factory in Madhya Pradesh The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Saturday raided premises of ministry of defence's vehicle factory at Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh) in connection with alleged corruption in awarding tender to a Kanpur based company. Kailash Satyarthi: From crumbling address in Vidisha to world spotlight "Marriage was the turning point in his life," said his elder brother, Jagmohan Sharma.He was married to a family with Arya Samaj leanings. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Captain Amarinder's mother admitted to hospital All members of her family rushed to the hospital after she was admitted there in the evening. Liquor shops near Haryana border to remain closed for 3 days Haryana goes to vote on October 15.Other than liquor shops, restaurants, bars and clubs falling within 3 km from Haryana border will not be allowed to serve liquor on the above mentioned dates. Man falls in canal, feared dead A 25-year-old youth fell in the Sirhind feeder canal on Saturday evening after he was being followed by the police. More Chandigarh News»

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