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Wednesday, December 18, 2013

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December 18, 2013

Top Headlines

Lokpal Bill passed by Parliament; Anna Hazare breaks fast, cold-shoulders AAP
After eight unsuccessful attempts over the last five decades, India on Wednesday took the historic step of enacting the Lokpal law.

Devyani Khobragade issue: Outrage in Parliament, govt vows to bring back diplomat 'at any cost'
India on Wednesday asserted that it will intervene "effectively" to ensure the return and restoration of dignity of its deputy consul general in New York.

PM takes dig at AAP, says Congress should not make promises that can't be fulfilled
Doing some plain-speaking, Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday conceded that lack of discipline and unity were among the reasons for the party's debacle in assembly polls.

Cities

Catch live action from Tejas cockpit on Friday
For the first time, agencies involved in designing and developing light combat aircraft (LCA) Tejas will display to the country what a pilot can do in its cockpit while the aircraft is in the sky.

Auto fares hiked in Bangalore, effective from Dec 20
The auto ride in the city just got costlier. For the first two kilometers, people will have to pay Rs 25 and Rs 13 per km for every additional km travelled in auto.

Business

Low probability of rate hike in 2013-14
With the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) surprising the markets with a pause, the chances of a rate hike in the remaining months of the current financial year (2013-14) has come down, observers have said.

Sensex rises 247 points, snaps six days of losses
The BSE sensex rose more than 1% on Wednesday to snap its six-day losing streak, after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) surprised investors by keeping rates on hold despite talking tough on inflation.

Sports

MS Dhoni becomes the first Indian to captain in 50 Tests
With the commencement of the first Test between India and South Africa at the Wanderers, Mahendra Singh Dhoni became the first Indian to captain the country in 50 Test matches.

Ind vs SA: India 70/2 against South Africa at lunch on Day 1
After losing openers early, Virat Kohli and Cheteshwar Pujara added 46 runs for the third wicket to help India reach 70/2 against South Africa on the opening day of the first Test.

Entertainment

When Abhay Deol got preference over Ajay Devgn
After delivering a superhit 'Son of Sardaar', the hit director-actor jodi of Ashwini Dheer and Ajay Devgn have decided not to work with each other.

Rajinikanth's controversial poster
While Rajinikanth's fans celebrated his birthday with various posters and special poojas, one poster of a few over-enthusiastic fans have got the star in trouble.

Infotech

Now, just wink to click photos on Google Glass
Google Glass on Tuesday announced updates to the software in its Internet-linked eyewear to allow users to snap pictures by winking.

iPad Air review: Best tablet gets better, sleeker, faster
The iPad sets the benchmark when it comes to 10 inch tablets, with four generations of Apple's popular tablet bringing something new to the table (well, almost) each time.

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Tuesday, December 17, 2013

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December 17, 2013

Top Headlines

AAP seeks opinion of people on forming government in Delhi
AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal today released a letter written to the people of Delhi stating the party's position and seeking their suggestions on the issue.

Envoy's arrest: India launches diplomatic offensive against US
Reacting to the arrest of Indian diplomat in US, govt withdrew airport passes to US diplomatic staff and decided to remove all traffic barricades near the US embassy.

Rajya Sabha debates Lokpal Bill, Samajwadi Party walks out
Law minister Kapil Sibal said it was a "historic" day and it was time to celebrate the consensus that had been reached on the issue.

Cities

Now PhDs in lingerie design, Kalamkari too
Students from the National Institute of Fashion Technology are coming up with diverse fashion solutions in their research.

Rapes, molestation on local trains soar
Robberies, thefts and cases of assaults on commuters have increased on the railways this year, compared to 2012.

Business

Gold futures rise on global cues
At the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold for delivery in February rose by Rs 28, or 0.10 per cent, to Rs 28,859 per 10 gram, with a business turnover of 139 lots.

BSE to move 40 scrips, NSE 18 stocks to 'T' Group
Besides Hitachi and Panasonic, securities of Eveready Industries, 3i Infotech Limited and REI Six Ten Retail would also be moved to the restricted segment on both the bourses.

Sports

'Boof' behind Australia's Ashes turnaround
Australian coach Darren Lehmann (centre) jokes with his players after winning the third Ashes Test against England at the WACA ground in Perth.

Post-Tendulkar era begins with trial by fire
After losing the three-ODI series 2-0, India will be looking to make their first mark on the tour.

Entertainment

John Abraham may get engaged in 2014
John gave a 'hit' in 'Race 2' in the start of the year itself; while his performance in 'Shootout At Wadala' was much appreciated.

Bipasha Basu to launch a restaurant
Bipasha Basu is a self-confessed foodie. So it is not surprising that she wants to launch a restaurant.

Infotech

Samsung Galaxy S5 with eye sensor to launch in Feb: Report
Samsung Galaxy S5 will have QHD (2560x1440p) resolution as well as iris verification technology and will be unveiled in February.

Nokia’s plans for Android gadgets revealed
A report by technology website ctechcn.com claims that Nokia has dumped its plans of Android smartphone and tablets completely.

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Is your stock broker cheating you? Here's how you can avoid being duped

Is your stock broker cheating you? Here's how you can avoid being duped
Your stock broker could be taking you for a ride and goading you into taking investment decisions that benefit him. Here̢۪s what you should keep in mind.
Planning your investments? Know how to use Excel to calculate the rate of return
The idea of the interest rate or rate of return helps one plan the investment by making appropriate selection of avenues.
Should you opt for closed-ended equity funds?
With no redemption pressure, these funds can take more aggressive investment bets. Let us explore whether it is a good approach.
RBI's IINSS-C promises to beat inflation, but is it tax-efficient?
Retail investors, for whom the IINSS-C was intended complain that it is tax-inefficient compared to the earlier inflation indexed bonds.
7 old gadgets that offer value for money
Upgraded versions of most gadgets are typically launched within a year of their release, but the older devices at lower prices offer you a better deal.
Quote of the week
“No single data or point or number will determine our next move but our effort is firmly on controlling inflation.”
Raghuram Rajan RBI Governor
Gupta's skewed investments & lack of surplus to hurt financial targets

Family Finances

Even though the Guptas have no liabilities and have a house of their own, their limited funds mean that they will have to put off planning for an important goal like retirement.
Lessons for investors from politics: Focus on process, not promises

Financial Planning

"Only when people understand the need for a process to manage risk and not run away from it, will they move away from the past and begin to modernise."
Prawn farming: How Sumedh Sawant makes profits from seafood business

Money-making venture

Sumedh Sawant̢۪s seafood business comfortably straddles prawn farming and consultancy services.
How Sachin Kulkarni successfully moved from realty marketing to affordable housing

Entrepreneurs

Avenue Venture Partners Real Estate Fund has invested Rs 20 crore in an upcoming AnandGram project, the first time a real estate fund has done so in an affordable housing project.

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Arthayantra's study of property prices and rents across top eight cities shows where buying is affordable and where living on rent is more cost-effective.
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IDFC Premier Equity is among the leading funds in the mid- and small-cap category today. Under Kenneth Andrade, who has managed the fund since its inception, it has developed an enviable track record.
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Though the stock doesn̢۪t enjoy high valuations now, any de-merger or restructuring of the business verticals can trigger a rally in the counter.
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Monday, December 16, 2013

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December 16, 2013

Top Headlines

SC comes to the rescue of daughter of Rajasthan HC judge
The Supreme Court rescued the daughter of a sitting Rajasthan high court judge, allegedly restrained by him from marrying her boyfriend.

Congress backing AAP in Delhi to see 'miracle' of low power tariff: Khurshid
Congress extended unconditional support to AAP as it wanted to witness "miraculous experiment" of free water and drastically reduced power rates for Delhiites.

Ganguly said 'you are very beautiful, I am attracted to you': Affidavit of law intern
The affidavit by a law intern, who has accused former Supreme Court judge AK Ganguly of sexual harassment, have been made public.

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Constable arrested for raping minor
Police have arrested an APSP constable for sexually exploiting a minor girl by promising to marry her.

BSF trooper held for molesting woman on train
A Border Security Force (BSF) trooper was arrested in Odisha for allegedly molesting a woman passenger in a running train.

Business

Rupee down 4 paise vs dollar in early trade
The rupee fell by four paise to 62.16 against the dollar in early trade on Monday, extending losses for the fourth straight session.

Sensex ends at 20,659.52, hits two-week low
The benchmark sensex on Monday dropped by 56 points to end at over two-week low as November WPI inflation data cemented fears of a rate hike by the RBI.

Sports

Shillingford banned over illegal bowling action
West Indies spinner Shane Shillingford has been banned from bowling at international level after tests found his action was illegal.

India begins life without Tendulkar against fiery South Africa
India begins life without "Little Master" on Wednesday, taking on top ranked South Africa in the first of a two-test series.

Entertainment

Respect the Roshan couple's privacy, urges Abhishek Bachchan
Hrithik and Sussanne Roshan must be given privacy to sort out their issues, says Abhishek Bachchan.

YRF logo changes for 'Dhoom 3'
The makers of 'Dhoom 3' for the first time ever have changed the logo on the YRF Studio building.

Infotech

Xolo launches Nvidia Tegra 4-powered tablet @ Rs 17,999
Indian phone maker Lava has launched its new Nvidia Tegra 4-powered 7 inch tablet, the Xolo Play Tegra Note in the Indian market at an MRP of Rs 17,999.

Why teens are abandoning Facebook
Social media expert Michael McQueen, in what is described as the 'Levi's Effect,' said teenagers were abandoning Facebook for other social networks.

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