News Digest: Isro's new communication satellites to usher in high-speed internet era

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		Monday, February 26, 2018
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		India
		Isro's new communication satellites to usher in high-speed internet era Isro to launch a 5,725-kg satellite Gsat-11, which will carry 40 transponders in the Ku-band and Ka-band frequencies, capable of "providing high bandwidth connectivity" with up to 14 gigabit per second (Gbps) data transfer speed. Use AI to boost delivery of services: PM Modi Urges scientific community to harness Artificial Intelligence Rs 7,000cr facelift for 700 large dams The safety and operational performance of 700 large dams across 18 states will be improved through repair and rehabilitation work over six years (2020-26) at an estimated cost of nearly Rs 7,000 crore. Some of these dams will also be developed as tourist destinations. More India News»

		Business
		ICAI assures 'accelerated inquiry' into PNB fraud PNB fraud should not halt corporate lending: Assocham The alleged fraud on state-run Punjab National Bank (PNB) committed by accused diamantaire Nirav Modi should not halt the entire system of corporate lending as demoralisation would set in among public sector bank (PSB) employees, industry body Assocham said on Sunday. I still earn $100 a week from Apple: Wozniak And what does he miss most about Jobs? “The days I miss the most are the five years before Apple started,” Woz, 67, told TOI on the sidelines of the Economic Times Global Business Summit on Saturday. “I designed a computer, but Jobs is the one who made it into a product. Jobs was the one who told the world why they needed a computer.” More Business News»

		Environment
		Need to explain to people what climate change means in daily life: UN environ chief Japan confirms oil from wrecked tanker hitting its beaches Court considers banning diesel cars in German cities A German court began considering on Wednesday whether authorities should ban diesel cars from cities to lower air pollution, a move that could have drastic consequences for the country's powerful auto industry. More Environment News»

		World
		'Pak uses terror groups as tools of foreign policy' Christian leaders close church at Jesus's burial site in tax dispute North Korea slams latest US sanctions as 'act of war' The measures, which Washington says are aimed at forcing Pyongyang to roll back its banned nuclear and weapons programmes, target more than 50 North Korea-linked shipping companies, vessels and trade businesses. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Kovind, Modi mourn Sridevi's death President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday mourned the death of veteran actress Sridevi, who died in Dubai after suffering a cardiac arrest. Amitabh Bachchan's intuitive tweet before Sridevi's sudden demise A tweet posted late Saturday night by Amitabh Bachchan is sending shivers up social media's spine. A little after midnight, he wrote about feeling a sense of unease, tweeting in Hindi: "Na jaane kyun, ek ajeeb si ghabrahat ho rahi hain." Sridevi: Rare images of the actress Not many who step foot in this forever evolving world of showbiz, go on to become as prominent as quintessential desi queen Sridevi. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Isro working on 'igloos' for future outposts on moon These 'lunar habitats', as scientists call them, will be built by sending robots and 3D printers to the Moon, and by using lunar soil and other material. According to Isro Satellite Centre (Isac) director M Annadurai, astronauts going to the Earth's satellite in the future will spend more than just a few hours there. Water distributed across lunar surface: Nasa probe on Chandrayaan-1 The water appears to be present day and night, though it's not necessarily easily accessible, said Nasa in a statement. New mind-reading tech can tell who you are thinking about! More Science News»

		Sports
		Ever-hungry Kohli wants more from India Indian captain Virat Kohli refused to bask in his team's success in South Africa as he received the International Cricket Council Test championship mace for the second year running. EPL: Lukaku inspires Man United fightback to beat Chelsea Romelu Lukaku broke his barren run against top six Premier League opposition and provided the winner for Jesse Lingard as Manchester United came from behind to beat Chelsea 2-1 at Old Trafford. Nidahas Trophy: Rohit Sharma to lead India; Kohli, Dhoni rested Keeping in mind the workload and upcoming schedule, the BCCI has decided to offer much-needed rest to Virat Kohli, along with former India captain MS Dhoni and allrounder Hardik Pandya. More Sports News»

		Technology
		10 lesser-known facts about Apple co-founder Steve Jobs on his 63rd birth anniversary It’s Apple's late CEO Steve Jobs' 63rd birth anniversary today. On the occasion we bring to you some interesting facts and nuggets about Apple’s revered co-founder from Brent Schlender and Rick Tetzeli's book, "Becoming Steve Jobs: The Evolution of a Reckless Upstart into a Visionary Leader.” 16-year-old UP girl's app tops charts on Apple App Store Sixteen-year-old Meerut girl Harshita Arora's app that updates users about price fluctuations in more than 1,000 cryptocurrencies in 32 countries has become one of the most sought-after paid apps on Apple’s App Store. What’s more, she launched it just on January 28 this year New H-1B policy memorandum issued to protect workers: USCIS "The USCIS is simply clarifying existing regulations and policy for third-party worksite H-1B petitions," its spokesperson told PTI. More Technology News»

		Education
		Sastra team wins moot court event Three from Guajarat in Top 25 in CS professional test The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) on Sunday declared that three students from Gujarat had been placed among the Top 25 rankers from across the country. The pass percentage of the two modules of the executive programme is 3.92%, while that of the three modules of professional programme is 5.52%. UP Assistant Teacher Admit Card 2018 releases on Monday Admit card for UP Assistant Teacher will be released on Monday at 12 noon. The online procedure to fill 68,500 vacancies UP Secondary Education Service Selection Board has started from January 25, 2018 and written exam for the same will take place on March 12, 2018. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Aid withdrawal: TISS students take protest to social media Protesting students from Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) took to social media for a 'Twitter bombardment' campaign from 3 pm on Sunday with the (hashtag) #injusTISS. Another attack by train bullies, but no arrests yet despite pictures given to cops Engineer drops cigarette butt, clean-up men extort 2,700 More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Selling liquor to under-25 to invite action As per the Delhi Excise Rules, serving liquor to any person below 25 years is an offence in the capital, and the government will strictly implement it. Vijender Gupta's allegations being probed, say police BJP leader Vijender Gupta has lodged a complaint alleging that he was threatened on Twitter by an AAP functionary, following which a case was registered. Man held with gold worth 92 lakh at IGI airport A Chinese man was arrested by Customs officials for allegedly trying to smuggle into the country gold valuing about Rs 92 lakh at IGI airport. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Taxpayer can't choose adjudicator: HC The high court has said that taxpayers don't have the right to choose their adjudicating authority and it is left to the department concerned to chalk out its officers' jurisdiction. Vidvat shifted from ICU to ward, cops may take his statement today Man immolates himself after cops seize his bike Family members of Manikantha K, a resident of CK Achchukattu, south Bengaluru, have alleged foul play.They have vowed to petition the police commissioner on Monday, seeking action against the guilty policemen. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		NTR Marg recarpeted after tryst with German bitumen tech cracks Brother-in-law was tainted HMDA boss' benami front man, 75% shady deals stack up in his name Student dies after falling from terrace A 21-year-old girl student died after falling from the terrace of Narayanamma Engineering College in Shaikhpet, on Saturday.Police suspect a case of suicide. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		When in India last year, Jaspal Atwal met 'govt agencies' Delhi Sikh Gurudwara Management Committee (DSGMC) took a dig at the Centre and its agencies on Sunday for creating a "hype" over Canadian high commissioner's invitation to former Sikh separatist Jaspal Atwal. 15-year-old boy goes to play at Marina Beach, drowns Gang used spray, took Rs2.2 lakh when I was outcold, says farmer; police probe booze angle More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		A trip down memory lane for JNU bureaucrats of Gujarat A sweet nostalgia swept over the 40-odd senior bureaucrats and academicians who had gathered in a hotel conference room as former students of the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) on Sunday for their second Alumni Association of Jawaharlal Nehru University (AAJ) Gujarat and Daman and Diu chapter meeting, on Sunday. Three from Guajarat in Top 25 in CS professional test The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) on Sunday declared that three students from Gujarat had been placed among the Top 25 rankers from across the country. The pass percentage of the two modules of the executive programme is 3.92%, while that of the three modules of professional programme is 5.52%. Ahmedabad: 152 years ago Historian Rizwan Kadri’s book ‘Aa Hatu Amdavad’ (This was Ahmedabad) was launched at historic Teen Darwaza by mayor Gautam Shah and other dignitaries on Sunday to mark the 607th birthday of Ahmedabad on February 26. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Board to paper setters: Explain 'embarrassing' exam question Primary teachers across the state had threatened to sue the Board over the question, following which the board secretary has ordered the moderator and paper setters to explain the reason for choosing the question. Congress will revive old glory of Sangam city: Raj Babbar This year play holi with colours as per your zodiac More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Maoists injured in exchange of fire in Nuapada forest Odisha students outperform other states in mathematics: NAS Students of Odisha have outperformed their counterparts in other states in their competency in mathematics revealed National Achievement Survey (NAS). Day after paper 'leak', board repeats mobile ban rule The board has directed that except centre superintendents no other person will be allowed to carry mobile phones inside the exam centres. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Hamidia's new trauma and emergency to begin operations from March 15 Agriculture allotment in budget set to go up Madhya Pradesh assembly's budget session to begin on Monday plight, drought-like situation, water crisis among others. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		AAP opposes move to withdraw power subsidy to SCs Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has opposed the Congress government's move to withdraw electricity concession given to scheduled castes and economically weak consumers. Vote mismatch: Repolling in Ludhiana The state election commission on Sunday ordered repolling at booth number 2 (Ram Lal Bhasin School) and 3 (senior citizen's home) of ward 44 due to difference in number of votes in the register and the EVM. Out of list of beneficiaries, seniors in Bathinda wait in line to get pension Were Removed From Beneficiaries' List 6 Months Ago More Chandigarh News»

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