News Digest: Even the Buddha left his wife: Modi's brother

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Tuesday, April 22, 2014
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		India
		Even the Buddha left his wife: Modi's brother Prahlad Modi, the younger brother of BJP's Prime Ministerial candidate Narendra Modi, came out in support of his brother on the wife issue. Mulayam kicks up row, says Dowry Act widely misused Samajwadi Party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav on Monday kicked up a fresh row with his statement that the Dowry Act law was being rampantly misused.  Tie up with Gujarat to guard Modi: Centre to states At a meeting convened by home secretary Anil Goswami recently to discuss VVIP security during elections, some states had objected to Gujarat Police’s “abrasive” behaviour while discussing Modi’s protective cover. More India News»

		Business
		Roy promises to pay Rs 10k cr after bail Sahara group chief Subrata Roy and two Sahara directors on Monday told the Supreme Court that they would deposit Rs 10,000 crore, half in cash before May 30 and half through bank guarantee by June 20, if they are released forthwith from Tihar jail where they have been detained since the last 45 days. TCS, Mitsubishi to form $600 million joint venture Top Indian IT outsourcer Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is consolidating its operations in Japan, the world's second largest software services market, with local conglomerate Mitsubishi. Beat poll volatility with dividend-paying stocks In the past 10 years, the day Lok Sabha poll results are announced, markets have witnessed record high volatility.On May 17, 2004, the sensex hit lower circuit and ended over 11% down. More Business News»

		Environment
		Indian Bustard, Lesser Florican feared extinct around Nashik region The Great Indian Bustard and the Lesser Florican, birds once found in abundance in the region, are feared to be extinct, while seven other avian species have been marked as 'highly endangered'. Biofuels from corn less beneficial than reported: Study To mitigate increased carbon dioxide emissions and reduced soil carbon, the researchers suggested planting cover crops to fix more carbon in the soil. Kolkata's citizens pitch in to make their city green From reclaiming parks and open spaces to promoting carpools and empowering rag-pickers to manage waste, denizens of this eastern metropolis are pitching in to make Kolkata green. More Environment News»

		World
		Pipeline delay gives boost to Obama's political base The latest delay to a final decision on the Keystone XL oil pipeline will reinforce a White House strategy to energize President Barack Obama's liberal-leaning base before fall elections in which Democrats risk losing control of the U.S. Senate. Syrian presidential election set for June 3 amid civil war Syria called a presidential election for June 3, aiming to give President Bashar Assad a veneer of electoral legitimacy in the midst of a civil war that has killed more than 150,000 people. UN condemns ethnic killings in South Sudan Some individuals “associated with the opposition” had used an FM radio station to broadcast hate speech. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Shah Rukh-Salman online wars are passe Now it is fans of the younger generation stars who exchange angry abuses in cyberspace After Pratyusha, Sara mends bridges with Madhura TV actress Sara Khan seems to have realised that there is no life without friends. Just some time back, she patched up with Pratyusha Bannerjee, who she fell out with over the latter’s ex-boyfriend Makrand Malhotra. Chetan Bhagat's journey from books to the box office Author Chetan Bhagat seems to have found his creative foil in cinema. A year after Kai Po Che, based on his novel The 3 Mistakes Of My Life, the film adaptation of his work 2 States has found appreciation. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Birds may help us fight heart attacks, strokes A new study into how the world’s highest flying bird, bar-headed geese, is able to survive at extreme altitudes may have future implications for low-oxygen medical conditions in humans. Bulletproof vests from stem cells? Human stem cells have demonstrated a bizarre property never before seen at cellular level, according to a study published by University of Cambridge scientists. Out: Recipe for home-made graphene Scientists have found a surprisingly simple recipe that can allow for mass production of the wonder material graphene, using just soap and a blender, right in your kitchen. More Science News»

		Sports
		Meb Keflezighi wins Boston Marathon Meb Keflezighi became the first US male athlete to win Boston Marathon in 3 decades, the first running of the race since last year's fatal bombing attack. Debutant Bengaluru win I-League title Bengaluru FC wrote a new chapter in Indian football by clinching the I-League title in their debut season courtesy a 4-2 away win over Dempo Sports Club. Moyes facing sack at United: UK media Manchester United are set to sack manager David Moyes less than a year after he took charge of the 20-time English champions, British media reported. More Sports News»

		Technology
		Nokia phone division to be renamed Microsoft Mobile Ahead of the closure of Nokia-Microsoft deal before the end of April, a leaked letter in Finland shows that Nokia Oyj will be soon renamed as Microsoft Mobile Oy. Cognizant top executives get 163% of target bonus Cognizant's phenomenal performance in 2013 has prompted the Nasdaq-listed company to award its top five executives with dollar bonuses that are at approximately 163% of the target bonus amount. First impressions: HTC Desire 816 HTC Desire 816 follows the same design philosophy as the company’s flagship phone, HTC One complete with dual, front stereo speakers. More Technology News»

		Education
		Rabindra Bharati University convocation The West Bengal State Academy Dance Drama Music and Visual Arts Awards which is a part of RBU will be conferred on Alokananda Roy for her contribution to dance. ITBP chief asks students to think of the poor The school being constructed by National Buildings Construction Corporation with an estimated cost of Rs 23.75 crore is funded by contributions from ITBP personnel. Himachal public service panel studying UPSC exam pattern Tomar said since the existing state exams were similar to those of the UPSC civil services (main) exams, it has become imperative for the commission to consider the changes made by the UPSC. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Women empowerment with or without HRT In Indian politics today, women’s empowerment seems to be the code-word to success. Women have been, are and must be the focus of attention at any given time—more so ‘Peri-Menopausally’. Religion will cast the deciding vote in Mumbai slum It was around 6pm in Dharavi’s kumbharwada and smoke from the furnaces was billowing through the narrow lanes. Buddha ashes: MLA booked for thrashing three men The three victims from Bharipa Bahujan Mahasangh had filed a police compliant seeking a probe into Ram Kadam’s claim that the ashes are 2,500 years old More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		3 nabbed for beating up cop A policeman posted with the crime branch in outer Delhi was beaten up by a group of men while he was heading home on Saturday night. He had to be admitted to a hospital following the assault. Man held for molesting DU student in north Delhi A man has been arrested for allegedly molesting a Delhi University student whom he met on a social networking site. Delhi cops, govt 'colluded' during 1984 anti-Sikh riots: Sting operation A sting operation by Cobrapost on several police officers serving in Delhi during the 1984 anti-Sikh pogrom allegedly exposes how police refused to act against rioters. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		ComedK completes counselling for PG dental seats ComedK on Monday finished its first round of counselling for PG dental courses, ahead of the government.All the general merit seats were picked up, despite discontent among students over this procedure. Kids take school to court for denying admission under Right To Education A bunch of six year olds on Monday moved the Karnataka High Court, seeking to know why they could not be admitted to a private school in Kalyan Nagar, under the RTE quota. KSRTC bus topples, 23 suffer injuries A KSRTC bus toppled at Kudur, near Solur cross in Magadi taluk of Ramanagaram district on Monday afternoon, injuring 23 persons. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		'Welfare schemes can be run by Jagan's riches' Balakrishna trained his guns at Jagan."People like Jagan are making useless statements against TDP during political campaigns. Traffic curbs for BJP meeting today City police have imposed traffic restrictions in view of the BJP's public meeting to be held at LB stadium on Tuesday. Andhra Pradesh high court refuses to quash FIR against Byreddy Justice Nooty Ramamohana Rao of the AP high court on Monday refused to stay the criminal case filed against Rayalaseema Parirakshna Samithi president Byreddy Rajasekhar Reddy. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		100 dog bites in city every day since 2011 An after-dinner stroll may be good for digestion but could be more hazardous to health than anyone in the city has imagined: People report more than 100 cases of dog bites every day. Director General of Audit official arrested for demanding Rs 35-lakh bribe from Chennai nursing college Dr A Paramasivan demanded Rs 35 lakh for settling the irregularities of a nursing college in Chennai. BJP-led rainbow alliance has made DMK-AIADMK bipolar contest less relevant in Tamil Nadu: Advani He said the biggest change in Tamil Nadu politics was that the battle was not confined to the two Dravidian parties. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		HC recalls order on mining leases In a big relief to the mining lease holders across the state, Gujarat high court on Monday recalled its order asking the state government to cancel all sand mining leases that do not have environment clearance. Mango crop damaged in squall-pounded areas The mango crop this year in areas hit by Sunday evening’s storm is likely to adversely affected. Kesar mango crop is likely to be just 50% of the total production last year, feel experts. Last year, Kesar mango yield was about 7 tonne per hectare. Violent Wind, Rain Killed 9 Nine persons died and 74 injured in the thunderstorm that lashed the state on Sunday evening, according to the figures provided by government hospitals. Most of the victims were from poor neighbourhoods where structures collapsed in the storm. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Lovers jump in river, man succumbs A 40 years old man and his 35 years old beloved jumped in Betwa river on Sunday evening near Nautghat bridge in Baruasagar.The passerby rescued the woman but the man could not be saved. Air Chief Marshal visits Central Air Command headquarters Air Chief Marshal, Arup Raha, PVSM AVSM VM ADC Chief of the Air Staff and his wife Lily Raha, president Air Force Wives Welfare Association (AFWWA) visited headquarters Central Air Command (CAC), on Monday. Union minister who couldn't afford to buy house A Union home minister being rendered homeless for his inability to purchase the rented house seems unfathomable in today's scenario.  More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Re-polling in six booths sought Chief electoral officer Mona Sharma has proposed to the Election Commission for re-polling at six booths in Cuttack and Keonjhar districts in the wake of disruptions during second-phase elections on April 17. Sudden rise of prices becomes hot potato Price of ubiquitous potato, a regular on menu, may go through the roof, upsetting kitchen budget. Ghadai speaks up, but stops short While Pritiranjan is the sitting MLA of Korei, his father was deprived of a ticket. Prafulla has represented Sukinda five times in a row since 1990. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Dewas villagers say no road, no vote More than 500 voters of Gangapur and half a dozen adjoining villagers have threatened to boycott April 24 elections in Dewas Lok Sabha constituency. Strong winds hit normal life, trip power High-velocity winds brought about sudden change in weather conditions, affecting normal life and taking families out on weekend by surprise on Sunday night. Jet discontinues Ahmedabad flight State government's initiative to rope in new airlines to make Bhopal a central hub by reducing VAT on aviation turbine fuel (ATF) has failed to attract airlines. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Sector 20 resident becomes proud owner of exotic animals Vinod Kumar Sonu, a resident of Sector 20, has claimed to be the first in the city to own a pair of sugar gliders, nocturnal and arboreal marsupials that are native to Australia and Indonesia. 3 juveniles convicted in murder case A local court on Monday convicted three juvenile offenders, including the son of a woman constable of Chandigarh police, for the murder of a 24-year-old boy three years ago. Give your 'best friends' healthy meals It's not just the city residents who are treading the path of fitness.Their 'best friends', too, are joining the trail. More Chandigarh News»

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News Digest: Keep TVs switched off till Thursday: Congress's CP Joshi tells voters

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Monday, April 21, 2014
		Today's Headlines

		India
		Keep TVs switched off till Thursday: Congress's CP Joshi tells voters Apparently wary of BJP's advertisement blitz, Congress general secretary CP Joshi asked voters to keep their televisions switched off till April 24, when election will held in remaining five seats in Rajasthan. Met Geelani, but not as Modi envoy: LJP leader LJP leader Sanjay Saraf said on Sunday that he had met Syed Ali Shah Geelani but dismissed reports that he had carried any message from Narendra Modi to the hardline Hurriyat leader. At least one drug addict in 67% of rural households: Punjab govt to HC Many sell their blood to ensure they can buy their daily dose/ fix of drugs, some beg and 67% of rural households in Punjab had at least one drug addict. More India News»

		Business
		9% growth may not be easy: Crisil Political parties may be promising a return to high growth rate over the next five years, but ratings agency Crisil has said that it may not be easy to return to 9% growth during 2014-2019 and instead settle for an average 6.5% growth, provided there is a stable government at the Centre. Rs 3.3 lakh crore invested in 113 projects Approval to held-up infrastructure projects has begun to translate into actual investment and raised fresh hopes of reviving industrial demand and employment. IPL match cover ends once first ball is bowled BCCI has purchased an insurance cover of around Rs 900 crore which will make good loss of revenue from sale of broadcast and other rights if any of the IPL matches fail to take off. More Business News»

		Environment
		Plants that regulate sprouting tackle climate change well Plants with the ability to regulate the timing of germination in response to environmental cues are more likely to spin off new species and are better at dealing with weather threats from climate change. People for Animals rescues 17 spotted doves Intensifying its drive against poaching in Manipur, People for Animals (PFA), Thoubal, rescued at least 17 spotted doves from three poachers in Imphal East district. 42% of urban, 60% of rural Indian houses getting contaminated water: Study A small study of water samples from urban and rural households declared as getting drinking water from “improved” sources has shown that about 42% of urban and 60% of rural households were actually getting contaminated water. More Environment News»

		World
		US air strike kills al-Qaida militants in Yemen US drone attacks have killed several suspected AQAP figures, including Anwar al-Awlaki, a US-born Islamist cleric. In Colorado, a pot holiday tries to go mainstream Once the province of activists and stoners, the traditional pot holiday of April 20 has gone mainstream in the first US state to legalise recreational marijuana. Doctors suggest angiography for Musharraf Musharraf, earlier in the day, was slated to go to the PNS Shifa. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Sonam and Deepika: rivalry out in the open Last year when Sonam Kapoor hosted a party for her cousin Arjun Kapoor’s birthday (June 26), Deepika Padukone, his co-star from Finding Fanny, was very much present Nawazuddin to play a gay in Hansal Mehta's next? Hansal Mehta has come onto his own with his film Shahid, which has won him a National Award as best director SRK's vanity van rams into Karanvir's car TV actor Karanvir Bohra’s car recently had an unpleasant encounter with Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s vanity van More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Nasa man, vital to 1969 lunar landing, dies at 95 John C Houbolt, an engineer whose contributions to the US space programme were vital to Nasa’s successful Moon landing in 1969, has died. He was 95. Twitter can be the new crimebuster  Hidden in the Twittersphere are nuggets of information that could prove useful to crime fighters — even before a crime has been committed.  Glasses with animated eyes to fake emotions Researchers have developed glasses that show computer-generated eye animations in place of the wearer's real ones and could be used to simulate emotional reactions when users are distracted or busy. More Science News»

		Sports
		Bengaluru FC on the doorstep of history With 41 points and two games in hand, I-League debutants Bengaluru FC could be home and dry if they win against Dempo at the Nehru Stadium in Fatorda. Leo Messi winner maintains title hopes Barcelona maintained their slim chances of retaining their La Liga title as they came from behind to beat Athletic Bilbao 2-1 at the Camp Nou on Sunday. Kuchar holes bunker shot to win Heritage Matt Kuchar holed a 20-yard bunker shot to birdie the final hole and claim a one shot victory over Briton Luke Donald at the RBC Heritage in South Carolina. More Sports News»

		Technology
		Nintendo's iconic Game Boy turns 25 Nintendo's trailblazing Game Boy marks its 25th anniversary with the portable device's legacy living on in smartphone games. Why Google isn't growing Google is growing, for sure. But, counterintuitively, it is not growing at the same time. Nokia X vs Nokia Asha 502, 503 vs Nokia Lumia 520 Realizing that mobile phone sales in India are largely concentrated at the bottom of the pool, Nokia has provided three new options. More Technology News»

		Education
		Doon School announces Leadership Programme The Doon School has announced a ‘Summer at Doon’ Leadership Programme to run from June 1 to 15, 2014. Education New Zealand announces 15 scholarships for Indian students Education New Zealand (ENZ) has announced 15 exclusive scholarships for students from India, who may apply by May 16. The finance formula: How to manage finances while studying abroad Karan Gupta, international education consultant, shares tips on how students can manage their finances while studying abroad. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Mumbai Patrol: Now is the time to pedestrianize Mumbai Lengthy walking tracks may appear unattainable in a space-starved city like Mumbai, but they are not. Govt plans that got off to a bad start The authorities in Mumbai have consistently focused their energies on developing infrastructure for motorists while ignoring everyone else. Whatever few times they have tried to act differently in the last few years, their planning has been dreadful. Insurance firm pays for violating policy terms Several consumers have voiced grievances about LIC not paying benefits in accordance with the terms of its Bal Vidya policy. Here is a case of a consumer who fought for his rights. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		200 Delhi Metro booths to frisk women Delhi Metro premises will soon see women commuters being frisked in total privacy as 200 new security cabins are being installed for them at the stations of the rapid transport system. Delhi Metro builds first crossover viaduct Delhi Metro on Sunday completed the construction of its first crossover viaduct above the existing operational line at east Delhi’s Karkardooma Metro statio At walk for surrogacy, it's one big happy family It was a one-of-a-kind experience for the over 500 participants of this awareness walk. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Polio out of Karnataka, yet haunts Raichur family Mangamma's eldest son Hanumanthu is also polio affected. Yet, he walks 3km to reach his tailoring classes every day. The family came to Bangalore some time in 2003 to work as construction labourers. When Bheemanna was diagnosed with polio, they returned to Yeladoddi, fearing for his health. Budding agro experts want to empower farmers When the girl from Srirangapatna walked to the dais at the 48th annual convocation of the University of Agricultural Sciences (UAS) on Sunday, it was with a dual purpose. 'The Ugly Indians' make Bangalore shine Last Friday morning was like any other on a stretch of Outer Ring Road near Bellandur, where thousands of the city's tech workers pass by. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Muslim Intellectual Forum backs TRS Representatives of Telangana Muslim Intellectual Forum pledged their support to TRS when they meet senior party leader K Keshav Rao on Sunday. Rao said his party would consider the demands put forth by the forum.  Lokesh's convoy attacked in Mahbubnagar Unidentified people threw empty liquor bottles at the convoy of Nara Lokesh, son of TDP president N Chandrababu Naidu, at Pebber town in Mahbubnagar district on Sunday evening. Danam Nagender betrayed my father: Sharmila On one side is Vijaya Reddy, YSR Congress candidate and daughter of P Janardhan Reddy, the Congress legislator who is credited with shaping Khairatabad.  More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Double murder solved after 3 years Police arrested seven people, including a couple who masterminded the crime, and a juvenile on Sunday for the brutal 2011 murder of two elderly women in their West Mambalam house. Five-member gang held for murder of cab driver Police arrested a gang of five including a woman on Sunday, who murdered a cab driver for his SUV and abandoned his body in a coconut farm in Siruvakkam village, four days ago. 100 dog bites in Chennai every day since 2011 An after-dinner stroll may be good for digestion but could be more hazardous to health than anyone in the city has imagined: People report more than 100 cases of dog bites every day. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Kashmir, South Africa are Gujarat tourists' hotspots this year Poll fever has gripped the country this summer, but it hasn't dampened the spirits of Gujarati travellers, large numbers of whom are making advance bookings for the holidays. At least five dead, over 100 injured in thunderstorm in Ahmedabad A severe thunderstorm steamrolled the city for 25 minutes, claiming at least five lives. Krishnakanth Kushwar, 14, and Ramdas Kushwar, 24, died when a tree fell over the autorickshaw they were travelling in Amraiwadi. UP criminal brought to Ahmedabad on transfer warrant In a major success, crime branch officials have managed to get custody of Uttar Pradesh-based criminal, Vishnu Pandit, from Meerut jail. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Boy's body recovered Body of a six year old boy, identified as Chotu alias Harish Chandra of Kirav village, was found outside village under Mauaima police station here on Sunday. Contestants create IT 'war rooms' to update pages on social sites The candidates are trying to woo the voters through social networking sites.Almost all the contestants have set up 'war rooms' and engaged IT experts to contact voters through websites. Pakistani singer performs at Resurrection Sunday Service A Resurrection Sunday Service was held at Yeshu Darbar in Naini to commemorate the rebirth of Jesus Christ after his crucifixion on Good Friday. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Bahinipati serves 3-day ultimatum for minister arrest Bahinipati's brother and nephew were allegedly stabbed by BJD supporters.According to FIR lodged by Bahinipati, his son and two nephews were in a hotel when they were attacked with sharp weapons around 1 pm. No power supply in Kandhamal for 2nd day There was no power supply in Kandhamal district for the second consecutive day on Saturday. Congress, BJD in rigging row Congress candidate for Sukinda assembly seat Sarat Rout on Saturday blamed BJD of engaging in large-scale rigging in 10 booths. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Nirbhaya rerun in MP: Minor gang-raped and thrown off moving bus In a shocking reminiscence of Delhi’s Nirbhaya tragedy, a 14-year-old dalit girl was allegedly gang-raped by five people inside a moving bus and then thrown out of the vehicle at Singrauli district in Madhya Pradesh on Sunday. Connect with nature: Study tours go global The proverb "All work and no play, makes Jack a dull boy" is being taken rather seriously by city schools. Bribe case: Northern Coalfields Limited driver walks into CBI trap, arrested This time, he approached a senior manager and said the latter was under CBI surveillance following an investigation. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Congress hand in Bittu's win In 2012, Bittu had contested MC election as an independent candidate against a Congress candidate from municipal ward number 17. Medicos object against clinical Act draft Medicos Legal Action Group (MLAG) held a meeting with National Health Systems Resource Corporation (NHSRC) team to voice their opposition and give suggestions on draft minimum standards under Clinical Establishment Act. Empowering RWAs will be my top priority, says Bittu "Empowering all the residents' welfare associations (RWAs) of the city will be my top priority. We will add more and more RWAs to make residents of the city powerful." More Chandigarh News»

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