News Digest: Cong didn't probe Snoopgate as part of deal with BJP: AAP

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Tuesday, April 08, 2014
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		India
		Cong didn't probe Snoopgate as part of deal with BJP: AAP Aam Aadmi Party accused Congress of having struck a deal with BJP to not pursue the setting up of a judicial inquiry commission to probe the alleged snooping on a woman by the Narendra Modi-led Gujarat government in 2009. BJP manifesto: A let-down for Tamil Nadu allies, core issues skipped The BJP manifesto has come as an embarrassment for its poll partners in Tamil Nadu. Modi's been credited with drawing in state regional parties into the saffron ambit, but their stated positions in the state have not been taken into account in the manifesto.  V K Singh to present manifesto for Ghaziabad today Former Army chief and BJP's candidate from Ghaziabad Gen V K Singh is likely to present his manifesto for Ghaziabad on Tuesday. More India News»

		Business
		Air India proposes 15% pay cut for pilots Air India has proposed to cut the salary of its pilots by up to 15%, a move that could lead to another round of industrial action just ahead of the coming summer holiday travel season. No tax impact on shareholders after Sun-Ranbaxy merger Shareholders of Ranbaxy are bound to be concerned about the tax implications, if any, arising on the share-swap in the Ranbaxy-Sun Pharma deal. Holcim, Lafarge agree to merge Holcim of Switzerland unveiled a deal to buy France’s Lafarge on Monday to create the world’s biggest cement maker, with $44 billion of annual sales and nearly $60-billion market value. More Business News»

		Environment
		Carbon cuts possible for manageable warming: Experts The world, acting urgently, can curb carbon emissions enough to avert worst-case scenarios for climate change, UN experts said on Monday as envoys met in Berlin to weigh the options for action. High court orders freedom for captive elephant Sunder Bombay high court has ordered the release of the captive elephant Sunder. PETA had been legally fighting for the elephant's release for the last 21 months. Time running out to meet global warming target: UN report World powers are running out of time to slash their use of high-polluting fossil fuels and stay below agreed limits on global warming, a draft UN study to be approved this week shows. More Environment News»

		World
		Maduro agrees to negotiations in protest-hit Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro agreed to meet with a Venezuelan opposition delegation on Tuesday, after a fresh push from top diplomats from across South America. Fort Hood gunman fired at least 35 shots in 8 minutes A troubled US soldier shot his semi-automatic pistol at least 35 times during an eight-minute killing spree at the Fort Hood military base, investigators said on Monday. UN envoy raises alarm over Myanmar 'persecution' Acute shortages of water and medical treatment in western Myanmar following attacks on humanitarian groups are the latest hardships imposed on Rohingya Muslims that "could amount to crimes against humanity", a UN expert has said. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Cousins Rani, Tanishaa could end up as neighbours It seems likely that Tanishaa and Rani (also second cousins) are going to be neighbours. 'Tough to marry actor; wonder how star-wives do it' Deepika Padukone may be the most beautiful girl for many, but for her father Prakash Padukone, nothing beats Madhuri Dixit’s beauty and grace. Excerpts: Aditya Chopra unhappy with Daawat-e-Ishq? The Chopra scion is seemingly disappointed with the way Aditya Roy Kapur and Parineeti Chopra starrer Daawat-e-Ishq is shaping up. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Coming, furniture that can 'grow' Imagine a shirt that could grow back a sleeve if it rips off or a couch that can grow when you want to rest your feet. Social stress takes a toll on chromosomes, affects aging Humans experiencing high levels of social stress and deprivation have shorter telomeres. Feeding leftovers making pets fat in UK The study on the state of obesity among pets in the UK has found that almost 45% of all pets are unhealthily overweight. More Science News»

		Sports
		World T20: India, Yuvraj soak in the hurt Dhoni-led side arrived back home day after their loss, and on touching down they would have immediately felt the difference between triumph and disaster. 'Press trying to destabilise Neymar' The Spanish press are orchestrating a campaign to try and destabilise Neymar ahead of this year's World Cup finals, Brazil coach Felipe Scolari claimed. Sachin Tendulkar bats for Yuvraj Singh Sachin came out strongly in the defence of Yuvraj whose poor batting in T20 WC final has been severely panned by experts and fans across the country. More Sports News»

		Technology
		Sony Xperia T2 Ultra review: Big screen, long battery life The Xperia T2 Ultra is Sony’s second attempt at wooing consumers who want an XL size screen in their smartphones. Apple's deep pocket: What $159 billion could do According to a report by Moody’s Investors Service, US companies were sitting on a combined $1.64 trillion of cash by the end of 2013. And tech giants like Apple, Google and Microsoft had the most. Who are you on Facebook now? Facebook recently announced that it would offer users 50 different possibilities and permutations of gender identification. More Technology News»

		Education
		First-time MLAs of '09 find the going tough now First-time MLAs of 2009 elections who had a smooth ride to victory are facing an uphill task this time around. UP Technical University finds unique a way to check impersonation Learning lessons from last year’s large-scale impersonation, UP Technical University (UPTU) has introduced some changes in the state entrance examination-2014 for admissions to technical colleges. Dozens of students not allowed to sit in coast guard exam A few students who had come to appear in a coast guard examination in Worli alleged that the coast guard authorities did not allow them to sit in the exams despite having their admit card with them. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Sunil Tatkare vs Sunil Tatkare: RCP nominee queers pitch for NCP minister A day after he filed his nomination from the Raigad constituency against the sitting Shiv Sena MP, Nationalist Congress Party nominee Sunil Dattatray Tatkare received a nasty shock. Local activist Sunil Shyam Tatkare joined the fray on Monday as a nominee of the Rashtrawadi Congress Party (RCP). No critical booths, but Mumbai has over 7,000 voters who may be coerced The city and its suburbs may not have a single critical polling booth, but has eight areas with around 7,000 voters who are ‘vulnerable’, meaning they can be coerced and may not be able to vote freely. 'Where have fiery discourses, speech-makers gone?' As election fever grips Mu­mbai, old-timers recall the halcyon days when great speeches added fervour and flavour to the city’s poll soap opera. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Traffic diversion on NH-24 may hit traffic Commuters may face a tough time on Tuesday as Delhi Police issued an advisory saying that it may divert traffic on NH-24 in case of a protest by Shia Muslims over acquisition of a religious land. Traffic diversion on NH 24 may hit traffic Commuters may face a tough time as Delhi Police issued an advisory saying that it may divert traffic on NH-24 and Mother Teresa Crescent in case of a protest by Shia Muslims over acquisition of a religious land. DoE yet to notify court order on quota for disabled The first round of nursery admissions is about to close on April 9, but the situation of parents of disabled children hasn’t changed since February. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Murthy was a master of light and shadows The late 1950s and early 1960s were a very happening period for Indian cinema.The period saw a number of path-breaking films in terms of theme, imagery and treatment, made by legendary director Guru Dutt. Polio warrior's mission is far from over One of eight surveillance officers from Karnataka honoured by the WHO, polio eradication has been Dr Subramanya's mission ever since he joined the organization in 2000. She is different, says she can make a difference As a handful of customers in a small dhaba sit glued to the TV where the climax of a Kannada film about changing the society unravels, its owner is busy pounding the streets of Chitradurga on a hot Monday afternoon seeking votes. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		SC orders postponement of municipal poll results The Supreme Court on Monday directed the State Election Commission (SEC) to postpone the counting of votes and declaration of results of municipalities and municipal corporations to after May 7. Now, NRIs aspire to become netas After movie stars and corporate honchos, it’s a suave pack of Non-Resident ‘Telugus’ who have now plunged into active politics this election season.  They vote twice! Electoral authorities usually go to great lengths to urge voters to exercise their ‘Right to Vote’ .  More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		IIT goes ahead with building despite ban Work on a building on the IIT-Madras campus is going on despite the National Green Tribunal order to stop all construction work in the green zone. Mobile eateries cash in as poll fever hots up in Chennai As the election campaign in the city intensifies, many mobile eateries are doing roaring business. It is these ‘restaurants’ that candidates rely on to feed their supporters. Election Commission appoints JK Tripathy Chennai police chief The Election Commission on Monday shifted city police commissioner S George and appointed J K Tripathy in his place. The commission swapped their posts by appointing George ADGP prisons. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Voting good for health as doctors in Gujarat offer discount When you cast your vote this year, you will not only strengthen democracy but also save money. Engineering students hold college responsible for failure As many as 58 students of the first semester Mechanical Department Of Vishwakarma Government Engineering College have failed due to lackadaisical approach of the faculty staff, alleged students of the college. BJP manifesto: Party leans on to 'Modi model' In its manifesto released on Monday, BJP again seems to be relied heavily on its prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi and his much-touted Gujarat development model. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Tent and car shortage hits weddings this election season An acute shortage of cars has hit the upcoming wedding season in the district.People looking to hire cars for wedding functions seem to have been beaten in the race by election workers. Narendra Modi mehndi campaign fails to enthuse rural women Bharatiya Janata Party's much hyped 'NaMo Mehndi' campaign is struggling to meet party leaders' expectations in the district. 2 city kids to get Bal Shree award Two students from the city Alice Anshu Philip and Shefali Dubey have been selected for the prestigious Bal Shree award. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		In Kalahandi Balangir Koraput region, women suffer more from hunger pangs As a matter of routine, political parties in successive elections have been hammering on the development of KBK and security of women. In Kalahandi Balangir Koraput region, women suffer more from hunger pangs As a matter of routine, political parties in successive elections have been hammering on the development of KBK and security of women. EC nod to lady PSOs for female candidates Lady personal security officers (PSOs) are hardly seen accompanying female VIPs, ministers or even lady IPS officers in Odisha. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Theatre lovers enjoy 15th Rang Aadhar Theatre Fest in Bhopal The 15th Rang Aadhar Theatre Fest that began last week at Bharat Bhavan is a hit with the city’s theatre lovers who have had a chance to witness an array of plays. A rocking DJ night organised at a city pub in Bhopal A DJ night weekend party was held recently at one of the pubs in the city that had the town’s party peeps dancing their heart out to the music. Son of Jabalpur BJP MLA opens fire, 5 Congressmen injured Five Congressmen were injured on Monday when son of BJP MLA Pratibha Singh opened fire at his rivals while campaigning at Mankhedi village under the Jabalpur Lok Sabha seat following a dispute, police said. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Meets his 'khichdi' man after 14 years He had been Narendra Modi’s “khichdi man” for five years in the 1990s. And the BJP’s prime ministerial candidate still remembers Deepak Sharma, a cook at the party’s state office in Rohtak. Seeking votes in Jhajjar, Modi hits out at Hooda, son  BJP’s prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi on Monday launched a scathing attack on Haryana chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda and his MP-son Deepender Hooda at an election rally in Jhajjar. Amarinder, Sukhbir spar over Company Bagh morning walk A day after the perpetually sparring political rivals, Captain Amarinder Singh and Arun Jaitley shook hands when they ran into each other in the course of their morning walk, a war of words broke out between Congress candidate from Amritsar Captain Amarinder Singh and Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Badal. More Chandigarh News»

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News Digest: British court slams Indian judiciary's slow pace

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Monday, April 07, 2014
		Today's Headlines

		India
		British court slams Indian judiciary's slow pace The piling number of pending cases in the Indian judiciary is legendary, estimates saying it would take 320 years to clear the backlog of 31.28 million cases pending in various courts across the country. Narendra Modi in 3D to address BJP rally in Shimla today Without being present in person, BJP's prime ministerial pick Narendra Modi would be present in Shimla on Monday to address a rally at Chaura Maidan.This would be made possible with the use of 3D technology. Rahul accuses BJP of blocking 33% reservation for women  Promising the next level of economic reforms for the downtrodden, Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Sunday said that his party will strive to bring people from backward castes, who may be above the poverty line but still economically weaker, into the middle class.  More India News»

		Business
		Rs 8,000cr service tax evasion in FY14 With increased focus on revenue generation from service tax, officials have detected several cases of tax evasion amounting to about Rs 8,000 crore during 2013-14 fiscal which ended last month. Daiichi Sankyo says Sun Pharma to buy Ranbaxy Daiichi Sankyo said in a statement that it agrees to vote its shares in Ranbaxy in favour of the acquisition through a share swap. FIIs buy stocks worth Rs 4,900cr in one week Foreign investors poured in almost Rs 4,900 crore in the Indian stock market last week, primarily on hopes of a strong reformist government after elections. More Business News»

		Environment
		Time running out to meet global warming target: UN report World powers are running out of time to slash their use of high-polluting fossil fuels and stay below agreed limits on global warming, a draft UN study to be approved this week shows. Writer-environmentalist Peter Matthiessen dies Peter Matthiessen, a rich man’s son who rejected a life of ease in favour of physical and spiritual challenges and produced such acclaimed works as The Snow Leopard and At Play in the Fields of the Lord, died Saturday. Govt's 1992 notification paves way for real estate players in Faridabad Aravalis A 1992 notification of the ministry of environment and forests (MoEF) has proved spoiler in the protection of Aravalis in Faridabad and has paved the way for real estate players to eye these areas. More Environment News»

		World
		Smooth Afghanistan poll raises questions about Taliban strength A bigger-than-expected turnout in Afghanistan's presidential election and the Taliban's failure to derail the vote have raised questions about the capacity of the insurgents to tip the country back into chaos as foreign troops head home. Pro-Russians storm Ukraine govt buildings In Luhansk, 30km west of the Russian border, hundreds of people surrounded the local headquarters of the security service and later scaled the facade to plant a Russian flag on the roof. US: About 100 arrested in California brawl About 100 people were arrested and at least 44 people were taken to the hospital during a weekend college party in Southern California that devolved into a rock-and bottle-throwing melee, authorities said. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Rajinikanth hesitant to romance Sonakshi Sinha? While it is being insinuated that Rajinikanth may romance the 27-year-old Sonakshi Sinha in his next Tamil film that also has Anushka Shetty as one of the leading ladies, one hears two conflicting versions from the South Complaint against Saif for going abroad during elections A Member of the Legislative Assembly, Thane, Pratap Sarnaik has written to the President of India, Pranab Mukherjee, seeking action against a Bollywood contingent of actors and technicians who are scheduled to fly to America for an awards show Deepika Padukone chooses Bajirao Mastani over Shuddhi Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s dream project Bajirao Mastani, a historical love story that has been close to Sanjay’s heart for the past 10 years, has finally found its Bajirao and Mastani More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Eco-friendly cement from old toilets? Discarded toilets, along with other ceramic waste such as basins, stoneware and bricks, can be recycled into an eco-friendly form of cement, scientists say. Now, Britons can buy HIV testing kits over the counter In landmark legislation, kits allowing people to test themselves for HIV at home can be bought over the counter in the UK for the first time. 15-year-old sends Swiss army knife into stratosphere In an exemplary feat, A 15-year-old boy from Zurich has sent a Swiss army knife into the stratosphere, using a high- altitude weather balloon equipped with a camera to record the flight. More Science News»

		Sports
		Lanka break finals jinx, win World T20 ​After coming second-best in the last four ICC finals, the Islanders managed to grab their hands on the big prize by winning ICC World T20 with a win over India. Sahara Force India scale the F1 heights Force India reached the giddy heights of second place in the constructors' championship after Perez secured only the second podium finish in the team's history. Yuvraj cuts sorry figure on final stage Have we seen the last of Yuvraj Singh in the 'India Blue' shirt? By the evidence of what we saw on Sunday, there are fears the answer could be a 'yes'. More Sports News»

		Technology
		Choosing the right camera Regardless of what smartphone makers will tell you, a compact point-and-shoot is almost always better than the one on your handset. Apple and Samsung fight over who was the follower In a San Jose courtroom, Samsung’s lawyers showed the internal Apple documents, hoping to paint a picture of Apple as a fading brand. Dell Venue 7 review: Quality tablet under Rs 10,000 Dell has recently forayed into the Android tablet segment of India with its new Venue 7 and 8 tablets. More Technology News»

		Education
		New PhD programme A PhD programme to boost quality research was launched last week. Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University introduces changes in its admission system The focus of Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) has been to make students the centre of the education system. A health challenge A team of Indian students will present their business idea at a summit in New York. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Wanted: A permanent eye on traffic The traffic in Mumbai is horrific. The roads here are narrow and vehicular population exploding. But the problem is also us. The motorists among us refuse to follow traffic rules, smug in the knowledge that the chances of getting caught are minimal. Residents to move HC over Mulund dump After being at the receiving end of carcinogenic smoke from the Mulund dumping ground for over a decade, residents will file an intervention application before the HC and the nation green tribunal in PILs filed by NGO Vanshakti to immediately allow dumping at Kanjurmarg and closure of the dump. Gujaratis pro-BJP, but may opt for Congress over Sena  Gujarati, Kutchi and Jain voters have always been seen as being partial to the BJP owing to its proximity with the trading bloc.  More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		7 in net for string of robberies Seven members of a gang were arrested for carrying out robberies across the capital. Rogue bikers ride again, 400 held Rogue bikers returned to the streets of central Delhi on Saturday night holding parts of the city to ransom by driving dangerously and pulling off stunts in high security areas. Priests talk to them, parents listen in As most of the bikers detained on Sunday claimed that they were going to religious functions, police called in the priest from the Connaught Place Hanuman Mandir and a granthi from Bangla Sahib Gurdwara to counsel them before they were let off. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		997 drunk drivers could lose licences in Bangalore At the end of a busy Saturday night, Bangalore Traffic Police had staggering statistics on hand: 997 motorists with high alcohol content, 719 two-wheelers, 178 cars, 50 autorickshaws, 11 maxicabs, 19 tempos and a bus in custody. 'We'll ensure our kids watch Lok Sabha TV' Pride in public service and concern for improving the state of affairs were the takeaways from an interaction between candidates of Bangalore Central Lok Sabha constituency and citizens on Sunday.  Rahul scared of my popularity: Yeddyurappa  Former chief minister and BJP veteran BS Yeddyurappa took a jibe at AICC vice-president Rahul Gandhi, saying the Congress leader is afraid of his popularity. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		No cakewalk The battle for Khairatabad will not be won easily, as the TDPBJP alliance is threatening sitting MLA and Minister Danam Nagender’s chances of a second straight win. Bhakti or voter shakti behind politicos' temple spree? Come poll season, places of worship witness a flurry of high-profile devotee visits with politicians of all hues and affiliations knocking on the almighty’s door before filing nominations. 'I'm always dragged into rows, all cases false' A man known to court controversy at the drop of a hat, Danam Nagender, is facing tricky questions from voters as he seeks re-election five years after promising development in the key assembly constituency. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Alagiri speaks Jaya's lingo MK Alagiri, who was recently expelled from DMK, took a cue from AIADMK leader J Jayalalithaa’s favourite poll lines to voters to spur his cadres to protest against his expulsion on Sunday.  Capital interest: Big names seek votes in Chennai's small streets Chennai was the centre of a lot of poll action on Sunday with DMK treasurer M K Stalin, DMK MP Kanimozhi and CPM state secretary G Ramakrishnan setting out to gain the votes of city slickers for their parties’ candidates. Theni tribal settlements remain untouched by election frenzy The typical signs of an upcoming election cannot be missed across the country’s towns and villages. However, there are several villages in the state where there is no sign of an election.  More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Miracle baby born as mom fights cancer Ritu Parikh was pregnant with the life-affirming hope of giving birth to a child - her own flesh and blood. 'Holiday' from some medicines vital during infections: Doctors Critical care experts discussed the significance of 'drug holiday', at a conference in the city on Saturday and Sunday. Betting racket at city club: Police yet to make headway The city police seem to be soft-pedaling investigations into the cricket betting racket busted at Rajpath Club. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		More women need to come out and vote It was also discussed that the committee, constituted for keeping vigil on paid news, has also started working. Good samaritan guides the missing back home But with several individuals and organisations dedicating themselves to the cause of finding the lost, hope lives in the hearts of families of the missing. Three drug-and-loot gang members held Close on the heels of arrest of one drug-and-loot gang on March 29, government railway police (GRP) was successful in nabbing three more similar gang members on Saturday. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		30 years after Rajiv Gandhi's promise, she still waits for help Phanus Punji, a resident of Odisha's hunger belt had sold her sister-in-law Banita for a sari and Rs 40 to avoid starvation and she remains just as poor. Raman Singh to campaign tomorrow Chhattisgarh chief minister and senior BJP leader Raman Singh will address four public meetings in western and southern Odisha on Monday. Rebel hurdle in Deo record chase Nine-time legislator V Sugnana Kumari Deo is facing a tough battle in Kabisurynagar. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Khargone records highest temperature in state at 42 degrees At 39.6 degrees celsius Bhopal has registered the hottest day temperature for the season so far.In the state, Khargone was the hottest in the state at 42 degrees celsius on Saturday. Nirbheek unloaded: No fair fire power "Nirbheek", India's first firearm designed especially for women, launched in January following sensational Nirbhaya incident has failed to get buyers in Madhya Pradesh. Women cops get spray gun ammo So armed with Self-Protection Aerosol Devices (SPAD), women in khaki set to take on criminals head on! Priced at Rs 450, deodorant look-alike can easily fit in a handbag. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		4 more arrested in gangster escape case In what it claims to be a step towards solving the case of dreaded gangster Rajiv Raja's escape from police custody on March 10, Bathinda police on Sunday arrested four more persons involved in the escape. Handshake with kid gloves for Jaitley, Capt! After ugly exchanges for most of last week, Arun Jaitley and Capt Amarinder Singh put on kid gloves and shook hands with each other on Sunday. Party leaders stay away, Singla slugs it out on campaign trail Pitted against former Union minister and SAD secretary general Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa and AAP's satirist-turned-politician Bhagwant Mann, Singla has not found much support from party leaders during campaigning. More Chandigarh News»

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Mystical Experiences in Meditation

You first separate yourself from the body; then you identify yourself with the mind, and then you function on the mental plane, with this fine body just as you do on this physical plane. Through concentration, you rise above the body-consciousness; through meditation, you rise above mind; and finally through Samadhi, you realize your spiritual nature. These are three important exercises of Antaranga sadhana in the achievements of Kaivalya, the final beautitude.

You can, by mere willing alone, travel to any place you like with the astral body and there materialize by drawing the necessary elements either from Ahankara or the universal storehouse, the ocean of Tanmatras. The process is very, very simple to occultists and Yogis who know the rationale, the detailed technique of the various operations.

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