News Digest: Will talk with Subhash Velingkar's aide: RSS

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		India
		Will talk with Subhash Velingkar's aide: RSS RSS on Friday shot down ousted Goa unit chief Subhash Velingkar’s move to launch an independent group reporting directly to the Sangh headquarters in Nagpur. “Goa unit will remain part of Konkan ‘prant’ (division). Its new officebearers will be announced soon,” said prachar pramukh Manmohan Vaidya in a tweet. CPI blames ally CPM for Singur fiasco Two days after the Supreme Court severely indicted the then Left Front government in West Bengal for acquiring 1,000 acres of land in Singur, CPM and CPI — the alliance’s two key constituents — spoke in different voices, bringing out the deep-seated schism between the partners. Most kids abandoned or killed in Maharashtra, reveals NCRB report Maharashtra is among the first three states when it comes to crimes against newborns and the unborn, according to the latest round of data released by the National Crime Records Bureau More India News»

		Business
		Raghuram Rajan leaves behind strong macros, lower inflation Raghuram Rajan will leave the RBI richer by $91 billion when he hands the baton to his successor Urjit Patel on Sunday. Buy property abroad in name of all remitters: RBI Those looking to buy property in overseas destinations like Dubai will have less headroom to consolidate remittances from family members. The RBI has said that a property purchased overseas has to be in the name of all the members who are making the remittance. Paytm to offer personal loans with 10 banks The Alibaba backed digital payments and commerce platform Paytm will start offering personal loans to consumers in the next few months, a senior executive of the company said. More Business News»

		Environment
		Study sounds alarm for Africa's forest elephants Even without poachers, Central Africa's forest elephants would need almost a century to get their numbers back up to 2002 levels, said a study that pried into the elusive creatures' slow-breeding ways. Obama warns against global warming's impact President Barack Obama plunked down on a speck of coral reef in the middle of the Pacific Ocean on Thursday and gazed out at the turquoise waters of the marine monument he has widened to the largest in the world. Barack Obama links conservation to climate change Standing beneath the forest-green peaks of the Sierra Nevada, President Barack Obama drew a connection between conservation efforts and stopping global warming, describing the two environmental challenges as inseparably linked. More Environment News»

		World
		Uzbekistan president Karimov dead 20 Kurdish rebels, 1 Turkish soldier killed in clashes Putin seeks 'compromise' in Japan isle dispute Vladimir Putin has said Russia is willing to compromise on a territorial dispute that has bedevilled relations with Japan for eight decades, but said this would not include the trade or sale of the islands that it holds and Japan also claims. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Who is Salman inspiring to lose weight Karan Johar trying to find Katrina a date? Anushka-Ranbir's ode to 'An Evening in Paris' Ranbir Kapoor and Anushka Sharma play Bollywood junkies in filmmaker Karan Johar’s Diwali release 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil'. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		This dolphin has learned to breathe through mouth In a first, researchers in New Zealand have observed a dolphin breathing through its mouth after it developed a faulty blowhole. Dolphins have until now been known to use their blowholes to breathe and the new discovery highlights the animal's ability to adapt. Where's Zika going next? Maybe India, China or Nigeria Scientists trying to predict the future path of Zika say that 2.6 billion people living in parts of Asia and Africa could be at risk of infection. Some of the most vulnerable countries include India, China, the Philippines, Indonesia, Nigeria, Vietnam, Pakistan and Bangladesh. Genes influence how you feel about your weight Genes contribute to self-perceived weight status among young adults, especially among women, a new research has claimed. "And we found the effect is much stronger for women than men," said lead study author Robbee Wedow from University of Colorado Boulder in the US. More Science News»

		Sports
		Ranji Trophy to be played at neutral venues from October 6 The 83rd edition of the Ranji Trophy will be played at neutral venues with debutant Chhattisgarh facing Tripura in Ranchi in the first match of the tournament on October 6. Don't believe in looking too far into future: Rahane He is expected to play an important role in the upcoming packed home season that include 13 Tests but Ajinkya Rahane doesn't want to look too far ahead as that attitude can clutter the mind. Sindhu, Yogeshwar embody true spirit of sportsmanship While USA women football goalkeeper Hope Solo called Sweden a ‘bunch of cowards’ after her team’s loss in Rio, Sindhu gave a warm hug to Carolina Marin after losing the gold medal match. Two different athletes, two entirely different gestures. More Sports News»

		Technology
		Reliance Jio 4G services: All compatible smartphones listed Want to try Reliance Jio's new 4G data and free voice calls offer? Not sure which all smartphones the services will be available on? Here's a comprehensive list of smartphones supporting Reliance Jio's 4G services. IFA 2016: Catch all the action IFA is Europe's biggest gadget and technology trade show. Like every year, IFA 2016 too promises to see the launch of products that will set the tech agenda for the rest of the year. 7 laptops with long battery life In today’s digitally connected world, laptops (or notebook computers) are almost as essential to our daily workflow, as smartphones are. More Technology News»

		Education
		Foreign students slam Hindi institute for dirty hostels HRD ministry has sought a detailed report from Kendriya Hindi Sansthan, Agra, on allegations by many foreign students that the institute has turned a blind eye to pathetic living conditions in the hostel. NCERT seeks Institute of National Importance status from govt the HRD ministry is considering a demand of the National Council for Educational Research and Training (NCERT) for granting it 'Institute of National Importance' status so that it can confer degrees and start courses on teaching. IITs and IISc have been granted this status by an act of Parliament. FixNix launches university for polytechnic students Inspired by Zoho University and its founder Sridhar Vembu's effort in mobilising talent from polytechnics, Chennai-based FixNix, a Saas startup, has launched FixNix University. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Higher waist-to-hip ratio triples risk of breast cancer, finds study A city study of breast cancer patients shows that a larger waist circumference could be one of the main risk factors for the disease. The study by Tata Memorial Hospital, the country’s premier cancer-care hospital located in Parel, showed for the first time that central obesity –a high waist-to-hip ratio or a waist circumference of over 80cm – can increase the risk of breast cancer by three times for Indian women. Couple found dead in Andheri flat, police suspect suicide pact A couple was found dead in a rented flat at Andheri East late on Friday. Their bodies were severely decomposed. While the possibility of a suicide pact cannot be ruled out, the police are waiting for the autopsy report which will state the exact cause of death. Ganesha mandal buys insurance cover of Rs 300 crore Growing reserves of bullion have raised the annual Ganeshotsav insurance cover sought by Ganpati mandals to record levels this season. The richest mandal in the city, GSB Seva Mandal at King's Circle, has purchased insurance cover worth Rs 300 crore. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Piramal Fund invests Rs 2,320cr in projects of Lodha Group In a single largest debt transaction, Piramal Fund Management (PFM), part of Piramal Enterprises, has invested Rs 2,320 crore in a bouquet of Lodha Group projects in Mumbai. 20,000 nurses strike work in Delhi, Esma invoked The city government on Friday invoked Essential Services Maintenance Act (Esma) after around 20,000 nurses working in government hospitals joined a nationwide indefinite strike from Friday seeking better pay and allowances. Escalator stalls at Metro station, 5 hurt Five people were injured when an escalator at the Kashmere Gate Metro station suddenly stopped during the peak hours, leading passengers to tumble down on top of each other. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Australia keen on space partnership with IISc, Bengaluru Keen on expanding its footprint in space-related research and technology, Australia, which had signed an MoU with the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) four years ago, is now talking to academia in India. Palike, BU sign deal for Kempegowda study centre Bangalore University (BU) and BBMP on Friday signed an agreement to establish a dedicated chair for the city's founder, Kempegowda. Karnataka not obliged to follow Centre's advisory on cabs The Centre has clarified that the advisory issued on October 8, 2015, for cab aggregators is not mandatory and state governments are not obliged to implement them. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Technician held for blackmailing woman A man was arrested by Malkajgiri police on Friday for blackmailing a girl by threatening to upload their intimate selfies on social media. Ex gratia of 5 L for rain victims Hyderabad district collector Rahul Bojja on Friday sanctioned Rs 5 lakh ex gratia each to the three persons who died in a roof collapse at Bholakpur in Musheerabad mandal due to heavy downpour on August 31. Man robs job aspirants, held Accused Duped Women Only More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Workers brought by corporation clean drains without safety gear Flouting all safety norms, the Greater Chennai Corporation on Friday employed a team of manual scavengers from Salem to work on a damaged stormwater drain on Rajamannar Salai without protective gear. School children are studying but not learning: Survey Around 51% of students in Tamil Nadu go through the motions of school, homework and tests without any interest in learning, observed teachers in several government and private schools in Tamil Nadu, who were part of the Pearson Voice of Teacher Survey 2016. Police cover-up in Swathi case a figment of imagination: HC Calling the allegations of police cover-up and shielding of 'real culprits' in the software engineer S Swathi murder case as 'figment of imagination,' the Madras high court has declined to entrust the probe with an outside agency such as the CBI. At present, the case is being investigated by the Nungambakkam police. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		No NA clearance required for finalized town planning schemes Nod Not Required For Dwellings Up To 125sqm Three coastal economic zones proposed in Gujarat Gujarat police officers wary of joining the Intelligence Bureau More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Non-Congress governments were based on caste, religion: Pramod Tiwari UBGL, grenades found outside Allahabad railway junction AU scientists identify brain areas responsible for ageing More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Irrigation projects hang fire for 8 yrs Over eight years after the foundation stone was laid for the two irrigation projects over the Mahendratanaya river in Gajapati district, the projects are yet to be completed. Solar park runs into land hurdle Odisha trips on bridenapping Marriages are said to be made in heaven.But these days in Odisha, it is being held by the barrel of the gun, a knife or whatever the groom can lay his hands on. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Madhya Pradesh mantri uses a 'bald' analogy for green lesson Madhya Pradesh environment minister Antar Singh Arya doesn't believe in weighty speeches to deliver his message. Gujarat governor Kohli to be sworn-in for MP on Thursday School students make eco-friendly Ganesh More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Congress plans door-to-door campaign Punjab Congress has decided to step up its effort with door-to-door campaigns, besides roping in party's vice-president Rahul Gandhi sometime in September-end. Private schools' fee: HC notice to chief secretary The Punjab and Haryana high court on Friday issued a notice to Punjab chief secretary Sarvesh Kaushal and principal secretary (school education) G Vajralingam on a contempt petition for not implementing its directions to set up some mechanism regarding controlling the fee structure of private schools in the state. Notice to Punjab, 5 members of state SC commission The Punjab and Haryana high court on Friday issued a notice to the Punjab government on a plea seeking removal of five non-official members of the state commission for scheduled castes through an ordinance. More Chandigarh News»

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