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THE TIMES OF INDIA

Sunday, October 08, 2017

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India

Godse killed Gandhi, 'don't take that away from us': Hindu Mahasabha

NIA probe into 'love jihad' case not needed: Kerala govt to SC

Mukul Roy likely to float party

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Business

Don't want business class to get caught in red-tape: PM on GST
Referring to newspaper headlines, the prime minister said he was happy that the changes made by the GST Council which met on Friday had been welcomed all over the country, as if Diwali had come early.

Thousands protest across Australia against giant Adani coal mine
ADANI-ENT-AUSTRALIA-PROTESTS:Corrected: Thousands protest across Australia against giant Adani coal mine

The legacy of Arundhati Bhattacharya: How she kept SBI unscathed in the most testing of times
Despite all odds, Bhattacharya leaves behind a rich legacy. Through a mix of tech, consolidation and team work, she made SBI a more nimble organisation.

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Environment

Tropical bird likely blown off course by hurricane dies

Nepal, India to conduct first joint tiger count
For the first time, Nepal and India will undertake a joint tiger census next month in their national parks, forests and protected areas adjoining the two countries using a globally-recognised method, officials said on Monday. The counting of tigers will begin from the second week of November.

Delhi zoo begins National Wildlife Week celebrations
The Delhi zoo on Sunday began the National Wildlife Week celebrations, with many activities planned for school children and wildlife enthusiasts in its premises. The official said the park has added the theme of the 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan' to the ongoing wildlife week celebrations this year.

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World

Spanish PM won't rule out suspending Catalonia's autonomy
"I don't rule out anything," Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy said in an interview with the daily newspaper El Pais published Sunday when asked about applying the constitutional provision that allows the suspension of autonomy and the imposition of direct rule from Madrid.

Trump says 'only one thing will work' with N Korea
"Presidents and their administrations have been talking to North Korea for 25 years, agreements made and massive amounts of money paid," Trump said in a tweet. "...Hasn't worked, agreements violated before the ink was dry, making fools of US negotiators. Sorry, but only one thing will work!"

British PM signals possible demotion of foreign secretary
"It has never been my style to hide from a challenge and I'm not going to start now," a Sunday newspaper quoted May as replying, in what it called a signal that she was prepared to bring in new ministers to her cabinet and axe those who had caused her problems.

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Entertainment

Rangoli hits back at Hrithik Roshan for allegedly leaking Kangana's nude pictures
In a new chapter of the unending saga between Kangana Ranaut and Hrithik Roshan, the former’s sister Rangoli has posted her reactions on her Twitter account. She took to her Twitter account to criticize Hrithik for allegedly leaking Kangana’s nude pictures.

Smriti Irani ensures Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Padmavati' will release without any trouble
Information and Broadcasting minister, Smriti Irani said that the film will face no trouble during its release

Shah Rukh Khan and Juhi Chawla to come together for Aanand L. Rai's film?

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Science

Mars study offers clues to origin of life on Earth
Nasa scientists have discovered evidence for ancient sea-floor hydrothermal deposits on Mars which may offer clues about the origin of life on Earth. Researchers examined observations by Nasa's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) of massive deposits in a basin on southern Mars.

How meat-eating is destroying Himalayas, Congo
The growing popularity of a Western diet, which contains high levels of meat and dairy, means an area 1.5 times the size of the European Union would be saved if global consumption of animal products was reduced to just meeting nutritional requirements, according to the World Wildlife Fund (WWF).

Neanderthal DNA may have shaped our modern looks

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Sports

1st T20I: India beat Australia by nine wickets in rain-curtailed match
Set a revised target of 48 runs in six overs, India strolled to a comfortable nine-wicket victory over Australia to start the three-match T20I series on a winning note in Ranchi on Saturday. India chased down the target in 5.3 overs and took 1-0 lead in the series.

Brazil beat Spain 2-1 in marquee group match
A dominant Brazil made a strong statement of their top title contender status with a 2-1 victory over Spain in a Group D marquee clash of the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017 on Saturday.

Nadal outlasts Dimitrov to reach Beijing final
Rafael Nadal was forced into a third set before the world number one piled the pressure on Grigor Dimitrov to reach the final of the China Open on Saturday.

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Technology

Treat and stop snoring with these 5 apps and websites
Snoring is not only problematic for anyone who shares your bed, but it can also lead to deeper health problems. When issues are as grave as thickening the carotid artery or sleep apnea, it’s best to nip it in the bud. Plus, you avoid embarrassment in situations like an airplane.

10 keyboard shortcuts that you must know

Google to use balloons to provide Puerto Rico cell service
The US Federal Communications Commission said late on Friday it had approved Alphabet Inc's application to provide emergency cellular service to Puerto Rico through balloons.

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Education

Psychology course 'not rooted in national ethos', UGC calls for revamp
According to notification, an expert committee has drafted a new syllabi for the BA/BSc, MA/MSc and PhD of the psychology courses, taking into consideration the “developments in the field of psychology with special relevance to the Indian context.” The committee looked into several aspects like teaching and research in the subject to come up with a model syllabi.

No more marks spiking to clear 2018 board exams: HRD Ministry
The ministry of human resource development (MHRD) on Friday issued an advisory to state education boards and the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to stop the practice of spiking of marks in class X and class XII board exams from 2018.

Students can seek answer sheets under RTI, says CIC
There’s good news for students. The CIC in an order has ruled that educational institutions that are public authorities cannot refuse to provide exam answer sheets under the RTI Act.

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Mumbai

Happy Diwali for delivery boys as e-commerce sales jump

HC stays arrest of founders of Ryan Group of schools till December 5

Builder from Mulund hangs self in new flat

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Delhi

Ministers inspect work on Signature Bridge

Summer jobs: Average stipend of Rs 1.4 lakh for IIFT students

Robbers fire at man, flee with Rs 10 lakh

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Bangalore

BJP to challenge alternative land deal to ex-partner of CM Siddaramaiah's son

Weekend rush, downpour bring Bengaluru traffic to a crawl

Two tiger cubs maul gatekeeper to death

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Hyderabad

Gachibowli's 'pull factor' woos residential property investors

Toxic chemical in Gandigudem lake, don't eat or sell fish, warn officials

Hyderabad braces for heavy rainfall during weekend

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Chennai

DMK launches social media blitzkrieg

No alliance in local body polls: Vijayakant

New draft antiquities bill will facilitate idol theft & smuggling, say activists

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Ahmedabad

HC may deliver Godhra verdict on Monday

Milky twist: Camel cheese seeks niche market spread

More temples on Rahul's itinerary

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Allahabad

4 feared drowned after boat capsizes near Allahabad

HC upholds death penalty for rapist
Considering it a rarest of rare case, the Allahabad high court on Friday confirmed the death sentence awarded to a 35-year-old man who had raped and murdered a seven-year-old girl after kidnapping her.

UPTET 2017: Admit cards released, candidates can download now
UPTET Admit Card 2017: As soon as the admit cards of the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2017 were released, the official website of the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Parishad crashed.

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Bhubaneswar

State transport dept to make Vahan portal fully operational for easy access

IIM Sambalpur to start Executive MBA programme from next year

Odisha rejects Centre's plea to reduce VAT on petrol/diesel

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Bhopal

In MP, marry a widow, get Rs 2 Lakh

Adampur to become landfill site from Dec

Man on fire, gawkers take video

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Chandigarh

Ryan murder: CBI to probe Pinto's role in 'conspiracy'

Hospital staffer molests 14-year-old TB patient girl
In a shocking incident, a supervisor of TB wing Panipat Civil Surgeon’s office allegedly molested the 14-year-old girl who had gone to take her routine medicine.

Pradhyumn murder case: Stay on arrest of Pinto family to continue till December 5
The Punjab and Haryana high court on Saturday stayed the arrest of the founders of Ryan group of Institutions in relation to Pradhyumn murder case. The interim relief to Pinto family would continue till December 5.

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