News Digest: After economics, state recalls history book with MK in preface

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Friday, June 19, 2015
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		India
		After economics, state recalls history book with MK in preface A day after the school education department recalled Class 11 Economics textbooks as the preface referred to DMK chief M Karunaidhi as chief minister of the state, it has come to light that the Tamil Nadu Textbook Corporation has committed a similar goof up in the History textbooks of Class 11 also. White man guns down 9 at black church in US It was little after 9pm on Wednesday when the group of African-Americans congregated at the 150-year-old Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal (AME) church for their weekly Bible studies. Fake degree war spreads, now BJP target According to UGC norms, somebody applying for the post should either have a PhD or must have qualified NET or both. More India News»

		Business
		Hydel power pushes NTPC into global big league State-run NTPC has switched on an 800 MW hydel plant to join a select group of global peers who span the entire fuel chain — coal, gas, hydro power and renewables — for generating greener electricity. Fixed maturity plans see Rs 50k cr outflows in one year Fixed maturity plans (FMPs), which offered high returns attracting investors in hordes in a high-interest rate regime, have lost their sheen. HC allows two YES Bank directors to assume office The Bombay high court on Thursday allowed Diwan Arun Nanda and M R Srinivasan, chairman, YES Bank, to assume office as non-executive directors on the board of the new generation private bank. More Business News»

		Environment
		Vandalur zoo cross breeds white tiger genes with normal They are literally ‘breed apart’ for they are found to carry the genes of both a normal tiger as well as white tiger. Jayalalithaa christens 4 white tiger cubs The tiger cubs have been christened “Anitha,” “Preetha,” “Suneetha” and “Sangeetha,” according to an official release. WCCB seeks timely report on wildlife offences In a move to step up action against offences involving wildlife, the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB) has written to various agencies including CBI, paramilitary forces, customs and state police units, asking them to report all such crimes to it. More Environment News»

		World
		White man guns down 9 at black church in US It was little after 9pm on Wednesday when the group of African-Americans congregated at the 150-year-old Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal (AME) church for their weekly Bible studies. Israeli church set ablaze in possible extremist arson attack A suspected arson attack overnight damaged a revered shrine in northern Israel where Christians believe Jesus performed a miracle, and police briefly detained 16 young Jewish settlers over the incident Thursday. Scottish island records first crime in decades! A tiny Scottish island has been rocked by its first crime in about five decades -- a theft from its only shop. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Shah Rukh Khan's son AbRam on vacation On a popular microblogging site, he posted a few adorable pictures of AbRam. Nikhil Advani can never refuse Salman Khan Filmmaker Nikhil Advani, who is helming the remake of Subhash Ghai’s 1983 film Hero for Salman Khan’s banner has ensured that his is a fresh take on the story. Juhi Chawla takes a break from family holiday Like other star-parents, Juhi Chawla’s world too centers around her children. However, if work comes calling, Juhi makes it her priority. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		In a first, drug offers hope for children with dwarfism An experimental drug, vying to become the first approved treatment for dwarfism, improved growth in children by a significant amount in a preliminary study, the drug’s developer, BioMarin Pharmaceutical, said on Wednesday. Scientists plan risky move to get Rosetta spacecraft nearer comet European scientists are planning a risky maneuver to get their Rosetta spacecraft closer to the comet it is orbiting, so it can communicate with its robotic lander on the surface and start experiments that could unlock some of the universe's secrets. Here's why our moon is engulfed in permanent, lopsided dust cloud New research shows that moon is engulfed in a permanent but lopsided dust cloud that increases in density when annual events like the Geminids spew shooting stars. More Science News»

		Sports
		1st ODI: All-round Bangladesh stun India by 79 runs Mustafizur Rahman surprised with five-wicket haul on his ODI debut and helped the hosts register an emphatic 79-run victory over India in the first ODI. Madhya Pradesh HC admits PIL against Sachin's Bharat Ratna Madhya Pradesh High court has Thursday admitted a PIL alleging misuse of 'Bharat Ratna' in commercial advertisements by Sachin Tendulkar and directed assistant solicitor general to find out if there are any Supreme Court guidelines on use of award of promotion of commercial products by awardees of country's highest honour. Virat Kohli keeps wickets to give MS Dhoni a one-over break In what seemed like a surprising change behind the stumps, Virat Kohli donned the wicketkeeper's gloves for an over as captain MS Dhoni took an over's break. More Sports News»

		Technology
		9 highest-paying tech companies in the US Online jobs and and careers site Glassdoor recently released a report which identifies the 15 companies with the highest median total compensation as reported by US-based employees on the Glassdoor website over the past year. Why Infosys, Wipro, other IT firms are revamping culture It is hard for large IT companies, with an army of thousands of employees, to change overnight. H-1-B visa row: Disney cancels tech worker layoffs In late May, about 35 technology employees at Disney­ABC Television in New York and Burbank, California, received jarring news. Managers told them that they would all be laid off. More Technology News»

		Education
		To be a scientist is Delhi JEE topper's dream For Anjishnu Bose, the Vaishali (Ghaziabad) lad who's likely ranked the highest in JEE Advanced in Delhi, getting into an IIT is not even the first option. Stephen's teachers question interview policy Some teachers at St Stephen's College are raising questions about the college's policy of interviewing just four candidates per seat. 3,500 turn up for fitness trials, admin buckles under pressure The Delhi University Sports Council struggled to handle the rush of students who arrived on the first day of the centralized fitness tests on Thursday.Even basic stationery like slips for forms went out of stock. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Saif Ali Khan agrees to mediation in five-star hotel brawl case A magistrate’s court on Thursday suggested the mediation route in the matter of the 2012 brawl in which actor Saif Ali Khan is an accused. 14 die after drinking hooch in Malwani At least 14 persons died on Thursday and over 20 are in hospital, many in a critical condition, after consuming spurious liquor in Malwani's Gaondevi area. Row over shoes for BMC pupils Four days after BMC schools reopened, a proposal was tabled before the standing committee meeting to buy black shoes and socks for the students. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Faridabad: Rents climbing, sleepy town is hot property With the Metro coming to Faridabad by the end of this month, there's a scramble to find rental space. Rents in commercial buildings along the Metro alignment have already shot up. Metro gives Faridabad second chance Just a few kilometres beyond the Badarpur border, it's a different world. Roads are dug up and public transport gives way to shared autos, rickety Haryana Roadways buses and an army of private vehicles. DU's foreign students will be part of Rajpath event While most of the Delhi University students are enjoying their summer vacations, 41 foreign students from the varsity are busy learning various asanas in the run-up to the Yoga Day function at Rajpath on June 21. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Cyclists ferry wounded kite for 18km to get first aid You're on the go. You have errands to finish. Suddenly, you spot an injured bird lying on the middle of the road. Would the heart-wrenching sight stop you in your tracks? Or would you move on after expressing momentary sympathy? KEA fixes snags, CET process back on course A day after students faced glitches in logging in to file optional entry for preferred colleges, the CET cell resolved the issue by adding more servers. Consequently, over eight lakh options have been entered by 24,749 students till Thursday on their preferred colleges/courses on the CET website. Man dies trying to board moving train In the second such incident in three days, a 54-year-old man was crushed to death under a moving train while trying to board it at the City railway station on Wednesday night. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Tiger count goes up in Srisailam reserve forest Tigers are roaring in the Srisailam-Nagarjunasagar tiger reserve literally. Lack of agriculture colleges hampering productivity Lack of agriculture colleges is posing a huge deterrent to producing quality professionals who can usher in newer ideas, officials said. While there is a huge demand for agriculture courses, the existing 1,000 seats are unable to meet at least treble the demand. 'Pothole' man gets worldwide pat Imagine an Indian — a Hyderabadi to be more specific, getting featured and earning accolades on Pakistan Defence, a news site covering Pakistan defence issues! More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		NGOs to face tighter forex scrutiny soon The Union home ministry is preparing to tighten its grip on non-governmental organisations (NGOs) that receive funds in foreign exchange with a proposed draft amendment to the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) making it mandatory for banks to report to the ministry within 48 hours of forex remitted to accounts of such entities that lack FCRA registration. Actor's daughter alleges land fraud A daughter of veteran Tamil actor S S Rajendran on Thursday submitted a complaint at the DGP's office, saying a private land promoter and his son had used forged documents to encroach upon 10 acres of her land worth more than 3 crore in Thiruporur. Govt sets 1-yr deadline for new edu law In about a year, Tamil Nadu will have a new education law governing all types of schools, the state government told the Madras high court on Thursday. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		No going back on compulsory voting for Gujarat: CM Chief minister Anandiben Patel said in Rajkot on Thursday that her government had decided to notify the provision of Gujarat Local Authorities Laws (Amendment) Act-2009, making voting compulsory in local body polls. Hawala suspects got money from Dubai The suspects in the hawala racket busted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Surat on Wednesday have allegedly carried out unscrupulous transactions worth Rs 100 crore. Modi wants Statue of Unity work expedited Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reportedly expressed his displeasure over the slow progress in construction of the State of Unity — the statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at Kevadiya which will be the world’s tallest when complete. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Not informed about white spots on groom's body, newly-wed files complain Alleging that her newly-wedded husband and in-laws concealed major information pertaining to white spots on her husband’s body, the newly-wedded girl refused to accompany her husband during the first bidai (after returning from husband’s house). A run for amity in Muzaffarnagar On Tuesday, Raj Singh, 22, was all set to run a race organised by local policemen. Solar panel in Bijnor collectorate In the wake of continuing power cuts, the collectorate will soon have a massive 15 kilo watt (KW) solar panel installed. The panel is also expected to reduce pollution levels caused by diesel generators. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Bhubaneswar police quiz Trident GM Police on Wednesday interrogated general manager of Trident hotel Abhimanyu Lodha for allegedly allowing vice-chairman of Deccan Chronicle P K Iyer to stay in a suite booked in someone else's name. Power staffer death triggers mob fury A mob on Wednesday ransacked power distributor Cesu division office at Athagarh in Cuttack district after a 32-year-old employee, Santosh Mallick, of a franchisee was electrocuted. BJP to showcase Modi success The BJP on Wednesday chalked out a strategy to popularize welfare schemes, launched by the Narendra Modi government at the Centre, at the grassroots level in the state ahead of the gram panchayat elections in 2017. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Monsoon may hit Bhopal on Sunday High velocity winds, clouds and showers in parts of city towards Thursday evening gave citizens relief from humid conditions, which dominated better part of day in the absence of pre-monsoon showers for three days. CBI arrests CPWD engineer taking Rs 2 lakh bribe in Madhya Pradesh The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday arrested an assistant engineer of central public works department (CPWD) (Civil) posted in Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh allegedly while accepting a bribe of Rs 2 lakhs from representative of a Haryana based constructing company. Minister Guar reviews tourism development works Home and jail minister Babulal Gaur said that the precious statues of archaeological importance installed at the park of Saryu Sarovar at Ayodhya Nagar should be decorated at one place. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Turbaned Sikh realtor refused entry in New Zealand club In just about a month, the Sikh turban has gone from being a symbol of compassion to reason for discrimination in New Zealand. Construct an underpass on NH5: Gupta to Gadkari Gian Chand Gupta, Panchkula MLA, on Thursday wrote a letter to minister of road transport and highways of India Nitin Gadkari asking him to construct an underpass on the dividing road of Sector 12 and 12A on the National Highway 5. Finish library renovation soon, demands Panjab University Students Union Panjab University Students Union (PUSU) on Thursday submitted a memorandum to PU vice chancellor Arun Kumar Grover and dean university instruction AK Bhandari over slow work being undertaken at PU's main library. More Chandigarh News»

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News Digest: Food Talk - Indian snacks are loaded with trans fat

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Thursday, June 18, 2015
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		India
		Food Talk - Indian snacks are loaded with trans fat The directive of US Food and Drug Administration to food manufacturers for removing artificial trans fat from products has led experts in India to demand similar action. Maharashtra's barely-paid nude models finally get a raise More people may turn up to pose as draped, nude and semi-nude models for students of fine arts colleges now that the Maharashtra government has announced an almost three-fold rise in their honorarium. State power must for growth of religion: Badal With assembly elections in Punjab just 18 months away, chief minister Parkash Singh Badal took many by surprise on Wednesday when he said that "religion can't be protected without capturing state power". More India News»

		Business
		Govt cancels 22 SEZs, gives more time to 27 to execute projects The government has cancelled approvals of 22 special economic zones, including that of Tamilnadu Industrial Development Corporation and True Developers, as no "satisfactory" progress was made to execute the projects. India raises solar capacity target five times The government is reaching for the Sun by raising the target for adding solar power capacity five times to 100,000MW by 2022. India rejects Kazakh offer for Abai oil field Nearly two years after Kazakhstan blocked India's USD 5 billion deal to buy stake in the Kashagan oilfield, ONGC Videsh Ltd has said the offer of an alternative mid-sized Abai oil block in Caspian Sea is not attractive enough. More Business News»

		Environment
		WCCB seeks timely report on wildlife offences In a move to step up action against offences involving wildlife, the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB) has written to various agencies including CBI, paramilitary forces, customs and state police units, asking them to report all such crimes to it. Most of world's groundwater reserves depleted: Nasa satellite study About one third of Earth's largest groundwater reserves are being rapidly depleted by human consumption, according to a new study led by the University of California, Irvine. India, China need cleaner air to keep death rate steady Never mind lowering the rate of death from air pollution in India and China. Just keeping those rates steady will demand urgent action to clear the skies, according to a report published on Tuesday. More Environment News»

		World
		Islamic State shoots down Iraqi fighter plane Islamic State said on Thursday it had shot down an Iraqi fighter plane north of the city of Ramadi in Anbar Province. New York Times apologizes over Irish student story The article discussed Tuesday's tragedy and took a critical look at the J-1 visa program that allows thousands of young people from Ireland to work in the United States. Secret police detentions of activists on the rise in Egypt The knock on the door came just before midnight, a group of plainclothes police demanding that 29-year-old Fatma el-Sayed, an activist with one of Egypt's secular opposition groups, come with them. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Kareena doesn't want to ruin body with tattoos Getting my name tattooed was Saif’s personal choice. It is his way of proving he loves me and is committed to me for life. Ranbir's Pakistani fan bags a Bollywood film Ranbir Kapoor’s fans took the social media by storm when his team posted his first ever video message online about a month back addressed to an ardent fan from Pakistan. Salman's Bajrangi Bhaijaan now a painting Salman Khan’s love for the canvas is well-known and when he posted a painting, a rendering of his and Kareena Kapoor Khan’s characters from Bajrangi Bhaijaan, we couldn’t help but wonder if the superstar himself has painted it. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Cancer drugs can be tested on pet dogs with tumours Pet dogs may be humans' best friends in a new arena - cancer treatment, according scientists who say that the canines can serve as useful models for studying new cancer drugs. Isro's 'Gagan' to provide navigational support to railways Isro has said it will provide navigational support to the country's railways through 'Gagan' (GPS-aided geo-augmented navigation) system. Astronomers report finding earliest stars that enriched cosmos Astronomers said on Wednesday that they had discovered a lost generation of monster stars that ushered light into the universe after the Big Bang and that jump-started the creation of the elements needed for planets and life before disappearing forever. More Science News»

		Sports
		Rain threat looms large again over India-Bangladesh ODIs That India, ranked No. 3 in the ICC ratings, are taking their first ODI since they exited the World Cup semifinal on March 26 very seriously is not in doubt. 'Indians haven't forgiven me for Sachin wicket' Australian speedster Glenn McGrath said that the Indian fans still haven't forgiven him for getting iconic Sachin Tendulkar out in the 2003 World Cup final. Indian men win, women lose in HWL practice games Indian men's team spanked USA 4-0 in their third practice match even as women lost 1-2 to Italy in their second warm-up game ahead of HWL Semifinal. More Sports News»

		Technology
		9 highest-paying tech companies in the US Online jobs and and careers site Glassdoor recently released a report which identifies the 15 companies with the highest median total compensation as reported by US-based employees on the Glassdoor website over the past year. Infosys planning to change appraisal process Sources said Sikka, who took charge as Infosys CEO in August last year, wants to do away with the existing bell curve process. Review: Apple CarPlay on Pioneer AVIC - F970BT We’ll only focus on the Apple CarPlay feature of the entertainment system. More Technology News»

		Education
		Marginal rise in No. of girls qualifying JEE Of the 3,049 girls who passed for JEE (Main) this year, Indore’s Krati Tiwari with AIR 47, is the topper. The number of girls qualifying in the exam saw a marginal rise from the previous year’s 3,009. Marathi in CBSE, ICSE & IB curricula in Maharashtra To ensure that students from schools affiliated to CBSE, ICSE, IB, IGCSE and CIE boards in the state know Marathi, the education department has decided to incorporate the language in their curriculum. 26,456 students qualify in JEE (Advanced), students can view results from today IIT-Bombay zone recorded the best performance in JEE (Advanced) this year among the seven zones, with 50% more students qualifying for the coveted IIT seats as compared with 2014. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		HC denies anticipatory bail to kin of Congress MLA The Bombay high court rejected the anticipatory bail application filed by Shankar Mhetre, brother of Congress MLA and former state minister Siddhram Mhetre, in a case related to attempting to murder a government servant. Muslims prepare to observe Ramzan from tomorrow With the annual fast of Ramzan expected to begin Friday, shopping markets are fast filling with Muslims buying skull caps, dates, prayer mats and copies of the Holy Quran as they prepare to spend time in prayer and reflection. 'Rain tree infections to worsen in monsoon' A team of scientists that recently inspected and diagnosed the infested rain trees in Mumbai have submitted their report to the BMC’s garden superintendent. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		'Check if old age home had permit' Social welfare minister Sandeep Kumar has ordered an enquiry into the old age home in Rangpuri Pahari where around 35 residents died in the past three months reportedly due to shortage of potable water. Govt proposal impractical, say experts Implementing the government’s plan to make discoms pay for unscheduled power cuts may not be as simple as it sounds. Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) says a provision for penalties for non-supply of power already exists in the Delhi Electricity Supply Code and Performance Regulations and wonders how two different schemes for penalizing discoms could be enforced. LG paves way for home guards in DTC buses Lieutenant governor Najeeb Jung on Wednesday made way for relieving of home guards from the police force so that they can be deployed as bus marshals. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Correa's designs lent distinct look to Bengaluru's homes, offices His work found space across the world, and Bengaluru too treasures some of Charles Correa's most iconic buildings and a few carefully preserved residences. Foot firmly in mouth, Karnataka minister says yoga is for rich and lazy In a statement that could embarrass the Congress government in the state, social welfare minister H Anjaneya on Wednesday said yoga is for the "rich and lazy'' and people who don't have time to exercise. Karnataka Examination Authority website crashes, no entry for CET students It was a day of anxiety, frustration and disappointment for CET candidates who attempted the online trial option entry, as the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) website crashed on Wednesday. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		From Secunderabad, the `architect' of India India's greatest proponent of modern architecture ­ that's what best describes Charles Correa who breathed his last following a brief illness at his Mumbai residence late on Tuesday night. He was 84. Stephenson, daughter depose before court Amid tight security, the third additional chief metropolitan magistrate of Hyderabad on Wednesday recorded the statement of nominated MLA Elvis Stephenson. Spurious seeds haunt Mahbubnagar farmers The spectre of spurious seeds is once again haunting cotton farmers in Mahbubnagar district in the run up to the kharif season this year. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Chennai slums: Boardrooms of carrom Once an industrial hub, home to leftist politics and the birthplace of the city's urban argot, North Chennai is now re-emerging as a sunrise zone for real estate and re-development. Roadhogs on Marina ignored, cops prefer to go after ECR bikers The traffic police in the city end up catching the wrong guys on most occasions. Fiddler on the road When it comes to enforcing traffic laws, our city police are either extremely lackadaisical or just plain clueless. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Compulsory voting set for the ink Despite growing opposition to the idea, the state government has decided to go ahead and implement the provision in Gujarat Local Bodies (Amendment) Act making voting compulsory in all local body elections. Local body polls this year are scheduled in October 2015. Multilingual push for Make in Gujarat As part of the Make in Gujarat initiative, the state government is planning to go multilingual, not just to attract national but also international players to the state. Gujarat jawan loses war against his birth He fought against his own birth, and lost. Last week, Gujarat high court ruled against Army jawan Rajesh Laljibhai Patel’s plea, ending a 28-year-old legal battle started by his mother, Vijuben, after she conceived him despite undergoing sterilization. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		AAP slams 'rise in crime' Volunteers of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Tuesday raised their voice over alleged deterioration in law and order situation in the state and demanded state authorities to take stringent action against those responsible for it. Four killed, 5 hurt in road accident Four persons, including a minor girl were killed and five others sustained serious injuries after a speeding truck collided head on with a Bolero car near Bhirppur Bazaar road under Karchana police station, here on Tuesday. Justice would be done once probe is over, says CM Chief minister Akhilesh Yadav said his government was with journalists and justice would be done after completion of investigation in the Jagendra Singh case. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Police grill Trident Hotel GM over Iyer's 'fake' stay Police on Wednesday interrogated Trident Hotel’s general manager Abhimanyu Lodha, who is in the eye of storm for allegedly allowing Deccan Chronicle vice chairman P K Iyer to stay in alleged fake name. Govt to fast-track acquarium project Problems in land acquisition and alterations in design have delayed the proposed aquarium in Puri. Foundation stone of the Rs 5-crore project was laid in January 2013. Man arrested for 1-cr land fraud Police on Sunday arrested a man on charges of duping some doctors of nearly Rs 1 crore by promising them land in the city. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Arms dealer arrested, 6 firearms recovered An interstate arms dealer was arrested and six firearms and twelve bullets were recovered from him on Wednesday. Families enact scenes from DDLJ at a competition in Bhopal Over 162 families from across Bhopal, Hoshangabad and Vidisha participated in a fun evening organised in the city, after a week-long lineup of activities. MP Rangostav at Bharat Bhavan in Bhopal The Madhya Pradesh Rangotsav at Bharat Bhavan is witnessing a steady footfall of theatre lovers ever since the cultural festival kick-started last week. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		15k Class XI forms sold in week It is time for students looking forward to get admission in city-based government schools in Class XI with last date for form submission only three days away. Tribute to Rock Garden creator through art Various organizations in the city are paying tributes to Nek Chand by way of art, something that he is identified with, despite being an untrained artist. Immigration fraud: Girl loses Rs 1 lakh In yet another case of immigration fraud, police here have booked the owner of a Phase VII-based consultancy for allegedly duping a Ferozepur girl of Rs 1 lakh. More Chandigarh News»

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