News Digest: BJP, Shivraj decides to confront opposition on Vyapam scam

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Tuesday, July 21, 2015
		Today's Headlines

		India
		BJP, Shivraj decides to confront opposition on Vyapam scam Enthused by close-door meeting with party president Amit Shah over Vyapam scam, Madhya Pradesh chief minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan is all set to counter the opposition with his team and party's strategists. Centre hits West Bengal with Rs 3,000 cr demand and contempt plea The Centre on Monday moved the Supreme Court seeking initiation of contempt proceedings against the former chief of West Bengal’s power distribution company – WBPDL – accusing it of not paying over Rs 3,000 crore due as per apex court’s judgment cancelling allocation of coal blocks. Centre moves SC; adamant not to allot Utkal coal block to JSPL The fate of Jindal Steel and Power Ltd’s (JSPL) two steel plants in Odisha and Chhattisgarh, set up with an investment of Rs 30,000 crore, hangs in the balance as the Centre is adamant on changing the end-use criteria for the feeder coal blocks Utkal B-1, Utkal B-2 and Gare Palma IV/6 from ‘steel’ to ‘power’. More India News»

		Business
		Ranbaxy merger to hit net: Sun Pharma India’s largest drugmaker Sun Pharma warned on Monday its revenues and profits will be adversely impacted post its merger with Ranbaxy which closed in March this year, even as it is looking at divesting two or three “non-core” businesses of the acquired entity. Rainmaker Bhinde tops in I-bank pay The Indian internet economy’s most prolific dealmaker Aashish Bhinde emerged as the top paid investment banker last year after stringing together transactions worth over $1 billion. Bhinde, 43, an executive director and head of digital and technology practice at Avendus Capital, took home a little less than $2 million in total remuneration. Bharti in talks with Orange to sell some biz in Africa Bharti Airtel said on Monday that it was in talks with French telecom company Orange to sell telecom operations in four countries in Africa as the Indian mobile major looks to turn around its struggling operations in the continent. More Business News»

		Environment
		Mammals evolved fastest during mid-Jurassic era: Study Mammals underwent a rapid 'burst' of evolutionary change that reached its peak around the middle of the Jurassic age around 145-200 million years ago, a study says. Ministers in Paris to boost flagging climate talks Foreign and environment ministers and other high-level officials from 45 countries are set to gather in Paris Monday seeking to re-energise climate talks mired in technical details and political squabbling. Deadly metals found in fish from Ennore creek The seafood you eat could have toxic elements like mercury, arsenic, lead and cadmium, a study has found. More Environment News»

		World
		Russia makes rival UN move on MH17 probe after dismissing tribunal bid Russia is pushing for a greater UN role in an investigation into what caused the downing of a passenger plane in eastern Ukraine after dismissing a proposal by Malaysia, Australia, the Netherlands, Belgium and Ukraine for a UN-backed tribunal. Cuba opens US embassy, urges end to embargo The Cuban flag was raised over Havana’s embassy in Washington on Monday for the first time in 54 years as the United States and Cuba formally restored relations, opening a new chapter of engagement between the former Cold War foes. UN Council backs Iran nuke deal but Tehran hardliners object The UN Security Council on Monday backed Iran's nuclear agreement with world powers but the Islamic Republic's Revolutionary Guards attacked the resolution, underlining powerful opposition to the deal. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Varun reveals the real reason for making 'ABCD 2' Varun Dhawan and Shraddha Kapoor's latest release may have sent the cash registers ringing at the box office, but Varun admits of having an ulterior motive behind making the film. 'Heropanti' actors pair up again! Tiger Shroff and Kriti Sanon, who debuted in Bollywood with Heropanti, have teamed up again for Bhushan Kumar's next music video 'Chal wahan jaate hai'. 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' crosses 100 crores Salman Khan’s Eid release Bajrangi Bhaijaan has not just won the hearts of people in India, Pakistan and the world, but the film has also put up an impressive number of Rs 100 crores at the box office just over the weekend. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		British physicist Stephen Hawking launches $100 million search for aliens Eminent British physicist Prof Stephen Hawking on Monday launched a new $100 million project to hunt for aliens. Scientists discover the taste of fat Scientists claim to have discovered a sixth flavour — the taste of fat — and say it could hold the key to fighting obesity and heart disease. Take a tip from hibernating bears to protect astronauts' bones Black bears hold the key to better bone health in astronauts who have to undergo long periods of inactivity in space and for those on soon-to-be-launched deeper space missions, says a recent study. More Science News»

		Sports
		I have been fired as Indian hockey coach, claims Paul Van Ass Indian men's hockey team chief coach Paul van Ass claims that he has been fired by Hockey India following his alleged public altercation with federation president. IPL: Ganguly in four-member panel to study Lodha verdict IPL chairman Rajeev Shukla formed a four-member panel to study Justice Lodha committee verdict on Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals on Monday. Pujara a big score away from regaining confidence: Dravid India A and U-19 teams coach Rahul Dravid has said it is just a matter of time before out-of-form Test batsman Cheteshwar Pujara gets back into his run scoring ways. More Sports News»

		Technology
		9 little-known facts about Bill Gates The world's richest man Bill Gates is the stuff of legend and lore. PM Narendra Modi launches jobs website, National Career Service portal Job seekers, here's something for you: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched National Career Counselling Portal as part of an endeavour to modernize all government-run employment exchanges. Amazon to set aside $5 billion for India: Sources Amazon, the world's largest online retailer, is readying a $5-billion war chest to grow India into its biggest market outside the US. More Technology News»

		Education
		Don't force parents to buy non-NCERT books: CBSE to schools In an attempt to end the practice of schools coercing parents to buy textbooks other than NCERT books, CBSE on Monday issued a circular to principals of all schools warning them against the practice. Is your perception of knowledge just an illusion? New research reveals that the more people think they know about a topic in general, the more likely they are to assert knowledge comprising made-up information and false facts. New app to make reading Shakespeare more fun A new app that allows students to lip-sync favourite lines from Shakespeare and mix beatbox rhythms with the Bard's text can make it easier for them to study and experience the famous playwright's work. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		2 hours to Ahmedabad, ticket to cost more than first class Rajdhani fare The proposed Mumbai-Ahmedabad high-speed corridor is estimated to cost Rs98,805 crore and the one-way fare will work out to Rs2,800, about one-and-a-half times the cost of a first-class AC ticket of the Rajdhani Express on the same route. Cops 'turn away' Virar girl, stalker stabs her A 15-year-old girl leaving for school on Monday morning was gagged and stabbed in the staircase of her building in Virar by a youth known to her and her family. Pressure to probe tainted US firm's Mumbai projects Pressure is building on the state to probe Louis Berger’s contracts for Mumbai projects (Chembur-Wadala-Jacob Circle monorail and the multi-crore Navi Mumbai International Airport) following recent revelations that the US-based construction management consultants allegedly bribed officials in India to secure contracts. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		NGT fumes at Delhi govt's diesel reply National Green Tribunal on Monday took strong exception to the Delhi government’s submission that only 41 of 700 vehicles entering the city were found to be polluting. Plantation drive begins in earnest, target is 5L With the first few showers already moistening Delhi’s otherwise arid landscape, the forest department has started its annual plantation drive.  For Panchkuian's furniture sellers, it's been a hard landing between 2 stools It was the go-to furniture market for people on a budget until Delhi Metro swept it off Panchkuian Road five years ago. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Methane bomb's ticking away, caution experts Geologists and scientists are warning of a catastrophe if authorities don't act fast to nip the release of methane from the Lakshmipura landfill, near Anekal. Ryots trapped in debt-death cycle As state police cracked down on private financiers who charge exorbitant interest rates across the state, the number of arrests until Saturday (July 17) rose to 344, and at least 587 cases were booked against illegal moneylenders. `Siddaramaiah government failed to foresee the situation' RS Deshpande, former director of the Institute for Social and Economic Change (ISEC), Bengaluru and national fellow of the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) has authored 17 books and over 110 research papers in national and international journals. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Busy picking up Rs 10-notes, teacher loses Rs 4 lakh jewellery It was a classic case of being ‘penny wise and pound foolish.’ 'Green' cars grind to a halt in CNG-starved Hyderabad If you are planning to buy a new car fitted with a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) cylinder thinking that it will help you save fuel cost, then think again. Treatment free for Pratyusha: Hospital Though donations are pouring in for 19-year-old Pratyusha, Aware Global Hospitals, where she is recovering from wounds inflicted by her stepmother, clarified in a statement that treatment being given to her is free. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Karunanidhi joins prohibition chorus, promises ban if DMK is elected Against the backdrop of a growing campaign for total prohibition in Tamil Nadu, DMK president M Karunanidhi on Monday announced that his party, if elected to power in the 2016 assembly elections, would clamp down on liquor in the state. 17 postmen sacked in a year for taking bribe from pensioners In 2010, the Central Bureau of Investigation raided many post offices in the city and arrested 11 postmen for demanding bribes from beneficiaries of government pension schemes, exposing the delivery system. India Post revives post forum in Chennai The post forum, an initiative by India Post to exchange news with important customers was revived after a lull on Monday. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Nearly half of Gujarat households lack toilets Nearly half of the households in Gujarat lack toilets, according to the 2011 census. Of the 1.20 lakh households in Gujarat — the census says — 47.25% do not have toilets. The Gujarat figure, though grim, is better than India’s: around 61% of the country’s households do not have toilets. Expanding lion kingdom, shrinking manpower Lion census 2015 has pegged that the empire of the king of jungle is spread over 22,000 sq km — 2,000 sq km in Gir sanctuary and the rest outside. Gangs nest in Ahymedabad's badlands; leave people in fear Jayesh Barot, a resident of Amraiwadi, has fear writ large on his face. Just a fortnight ago, he paid the price for trying to stop some goons of Kachinda gang from drinking liquor outside his house. The gangsters turned on him and beat him black and blue. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Why ban Asad from Allahabad? Hearing a writ petition challenging the district administration’s denial of permission to Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi to hold a meeting in the city, the Allahabad High Court on Monday asked the district administration to provide details before the court as to under what circumstances permission for the same is not being given to him. Shiva devotee overcomes odd, completes Kailash Mansarovar Yatra in 27 days The threat of repeated landslides and temperature plummeting to -20 degrees Celsius could not simply dent the courage and determination of Gaurav Kumar Gupta, an Allahabad-based entrepreneur, who after a sojourn of 27 days successfully completed the 201 kilometre-long trek to Kailash Mansarovar, believed to be abode and home of Lord Shiva. Cops now target smaller dacoit gangs Elimination of notorious bandits, the latest being Sudesh Patel alias Balkhadia, has turned the Bundelkhand jungles into the fiefdom of ‘chillar gangs’. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Nabakalebara turns rath wheels, decor into gold Wooden components of chariots used in last year’s Rath Yatra are selling like hot ‘khajas’ in this holy town as the Nabakalebara hype grows bigger and bigger. Posco given a year to build guesthouse The state government has allowed one more year to the South Korean steel company Posco to construct a guesthouse on a plot allotted to it near Bharatpur mauza on the outskirts of the city. Firm funds Sambalpur's poor boy's IIT admission Uttar Pradesh's dalit brothers, who cracked Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) entrance, overcoming poverty and social stigma, became inspirations for many overnight. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		NGT stays sand mining in MP during monsoons National Green Tribunal on Monday stayed sand mining in the entire state of Madhya Pradesh on the ground that it is damaging river ecology. Eight-year-old Bhopal boy electrocuted, angry residents block road An eight-year-old boy electrocuted on Sunday evening. A case was registered at Govindpura police station of city. Speaker to appoint conduct panel to rein in noisy MLAs Madhya Pradesh assembly Speaker Sitasharan Sharma may announce constitution of a Conduct Committee, which will work as a third-eye watching the behaviour of noisy legislators who create ruckus even on non-issues during monsoon session of assembly that begins on Monday. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Uniform diesel price: Punjab dealers' gain, consumers' loss Punjab's petrol pump owners have not just managed to get diesel prices hiked in their state only, but also in neighbouring Haryana and Chandigarh. Health wings to function under civil surgeons Taking note of lack of coordination among different wings of Haryana health department, the state government has brought officials of the department, national health mission (NHM), AIDS Control Society and foods and drugs authority under the control of district civil surgeons concerned. After Niranjan, ED shifts law officer in Rs 6,000 crore drug scam Six months after the transfer of investigating officer (IO) Niranjan Singh in Punjab's Rs 6,000 crore synthetic drug scam, Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday shifted its law officer in the same case. More Chandigarh News»

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News Digest: Ludhiana roads deadliest in Punjab

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Monday, July 20, 2015
		Today's Headlines

		India
		Ludhiana roads deadliest in Punjab Roads in Ludhiana were Punjab's deadliest, claiming 318 lives in 2014. 'Tourism could bridge Punjab's French connection' Historic and cultural ties between Punjab and France, especially the contribution of officials in the French army to the empire of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the Sikh warrior who ruled the first Sikh kingdom, are now witnessing a renewed interest. 39 Christians 'converted' to Hinduism in Kerala The Viswha Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Sunday 'converted' 39 people from 11 dalit Christian families to Hinduism as part of its controversial ghar wapsi programme in Kerala's Alappuzha district on Sunday. More India News»

		Business
		There is misconception over new GDP data: Sen A panel headed by Pronab Sen, chairman of the National Statistical Commission, to review manufacturing data used in the compilation of the GDP, will submit its report next month. Goldman CEO Blankfein's net worth crosses $1billion Goldman Sachs Group made hundreds of partners rich when it went public in 1999. Its performance since then has turned Lloyd Blankfein,60, into a billionaire. China's economic growth outlook still promising, Xi says President Xi Jinping has reassured local governments that China's economy still enjoys a promising outlook despite downward growth pressure pegging it around seven per cent. More Business News»

		Environment
		Deadly metals found in fish from Ennore creek The seafood you eat could have toxic elements like mercury, arsenic, lead and cadmium, a study has found. 'Don't introduce new agenda in Paris conference' India today cautioned the developed nations against introduction of any new agenda at this "late hour" if they want to make the crucial climate change conference in Paris scheduled for later this year a "success". UK full of mini versions of Stonehenge Researchers have discovered miniature versions of Stonehenge, a massive prehistoric stone monument, around upland areas across the UK, from Cornwall to northern Scotland. More Environment News»

		World
		Burundi officials skip crisis talks days before poll Government representatives failed to show up Sunday for talks in Burundi aimed at ending the unrest caused by the president's controversial bid for a third term, forcing the mediation to be adjourned just ahead of Tuesday's election, the talks facilitator said. Cameron offers plan to counter extremism Prime Minister David Cameron is launching a five-year plan to defeat Islamic extremism, saying it is time to counter the ideology that has attracted so many young people to the Islamic State group. Rebel shelling kills 57 in Yemen's Aden At least 57 civilians were killed today when Shiite rebels bombarded Yemen's second city Aden, where Saudi-backed pro-government forces have made gains against the insurgents, a health official said. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Bollywood's most expensive films Bahubali: India's answer to Hollywood's hit film series 300, is a grand visual delight in every sense. Celebs who allegedly had sex in public We put together celebrities who have allegedly had sex in public and some have been caught too! Read on to find out more... Shraddha getting voice training for Rock On 2 Shraddha Kapoor will soon be starting to shoot for the sequel to the cult youth rock musical drama film Rock On in September. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Learning with Times: Uranium is a cleaner fuel, but not freely traded According to World Bank estimates, 41.2% of the world's electricity comes from coal, 21.9% from natural gas and 3.9% from oil. Hydropower constitutes 15.6%, nuclear power 11.7% and other renewable resources a little over 4% of the world's total electricity generation. Total DNA on Earth counted: 50 tn tn tn When scientists want to estimate global biodiversity, they typically tally the total species or organisms found around the world. Decoded: How mosquitoes track humans Mosquitoes track down their human targets by making use of a multi-sensory strategy that involves odours, visual cues and body heat to draw them closer to their prey, a new study by California Institute of Technology has found. More Science News»

		Sports
		Cremer, Chibhabha star in Zimbabwe's consolation win Zimbabwe took the fight to the Indians and managed to register a win in the tour, beating India by 10 runs in the second and the final T20I. Rahane rues 2nd T20I loss, but happy with overall performance Ajinkya Rahane rued his side's failure with the bat to lose the second T20 against Zimbabwe but said he was happy with the overall performance of the team. There is no better feeling than winning fifth rubber: Bhambri Yuki Bhambri is relishing the fact that his was a decisive win in the fifth rubber over New Zealand which took them to Davis Cup World Group Playoffs. More Sports News»

		Technology
		6 'best' camera smartphones We take a look at 6 best smartphones that offer OIS for superior camera performance. Airtel to launch branded 4G handset at Rs 4,000 The company is in discussions with Chinese vendors and even held talks with Taiwan based Foxconn, which has set up its mobile manufacturing plant in India. 10 tricks every Android user should know Since Android is an open platform, there’s plenty of room for customization. Beyond personalizing your phone, there are a few easy practices that can keep your phone neat and organized with plenty of battery life to last all day. More Technology News»

		Education
		Research roundup - Retail realities One would think that retail stores make most of their sale during the weekend when shoppers flock stores. Career Guide What are my career options if I pursue an MCom degree instead of an MBA after my BCom? Calicut University cancels 2012 B Tech exam Calicut University's vice chancellor (VC) has decided to cancel the special re-examination conducted three years ago for the daughter of the personal assistant of the pro vice chancellor (PVC) and 23 other B Tech students of Nehru Engineering College, Pampadi. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		RPF personnel rescue two kids The RPF rescued two children at Bandra in separate instances. Consultant to aid RPF in checking e-ticket fraud The Western Railways unit of the Railway Protection Force (RPF) has hired a consultant who can give specific tip-offs on e-ticketing fraud. Consumer can insist on insurer paying for scrap When a claim is settled on total loss basis, it is customary to determine the scrap or salvage value and deduct this from the total loss assessed. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Foreign training for NDMC staff The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) is planning to send a team of gardeners and safai karamcharis abroad for training to give the areas under it the spruced up look of Singapore or Shanghai. School stampede: Fresh probe likely The Delhi government has decided to set up a fresh inquiry into the stampede that occurred at a government girls or boys senior secondary school in Khajuri Khas in 2009. Girl killing: AAP steps up offensive against police The fight for control over Delhi Police has intensified after a 19-year-old girl was brutally stabbed to death at Anand Parbat. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		The hands that create the gods have little to count as blessings At one corner you spot Lord Venkateshwara, standing benign under a tree; a few feet away you notice Goddess Lakshmi being recreated in all her munificent magnificence under a chisel. Ballari youth paints a picture of hope When Ramu Hampi, 28, a fancy store owner in Hospet taluk of Ballari district in north Karnataka, started making a two-minute video on farmers for a friend, he realized the various problems faced by them. Mandya villagers corner Ambareesh The anguish among farmers was palpable in Mandya that has recorded the highest number of farmer suicides in the state recently. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Varsity non-teaching staff in state to get 43% salary hike After facing protests for several months, the government on Sunday decided to extend the benefits of 10th pay revision commission (PRC) to non-teaching staff in state universities, which would make them eligible for the 43 per cent salary hike. AP, Telangana lax in reporting bad drug reactions An adverse reaction to a drug can give a scare to any patient, but chances are that most patients going through such symptoms in Hyderabad are never told what’s going wrong. Post offices to distribute 'God-Jal' Bottled ‘God-Jal’ (Godavari Jalalu) will be distributed through post offices in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh from Monday. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		When fashion links heritage, handlooms When textile designer N Bhushavali gifted a khadi kurta with ancient Grantha inscriptions on it to senior archaeologist R Nagaswamy, he was awestruck to find the young designer had embroidered it with inscriptions found in Kailasanathar Temple in Kancheepuram. 85-year-old tries to end life in Chennai A 85-year-old man who attempted suicide by jumping into the sea in pouring rain was rescued by Coastal Security Group (CSG) commandos on Saturday night. Shortage of facilities leaves Chennai public libraries in shambles The building looks decrepit and its insides are ill-lit. One has to wade through mounds of garbage and bear with the foul smell from a nearby corporation toilet to locate the entrance. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Now GIDC plans impact fee, one-time payment schemes Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) plans to launch two new schemes for plot holders and owners — a One-Time Settlement (OTS) scheme for defaulters and an impact fee scheme for those who have done unauthorized construction on their plots. Blind sculpt their memories on clay For Vikram Dabhi, 19, a student with Blind People’s Association (BPA) and native of Lathi, Mickey Mouse was a fond childhood memory. Disabled people don't need pity: UPSC topper The victory of Ira Singhal, the first person with disability to achieve the feat of cracking UPSC exam in general category this year, is truly an inspiring tale of perseverance and passion. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Budding astrologer all set to steal the show Children of her age prefer to watch cartoon on TV sets or to play games on mobile or computer but seven year- old Kriti Varshney learns the patterns of movement by the planets and stars and assigns meanings to them that relate to human impetus and perception. Smart queries baffle Pratapgarh students For a class 12th student, question like how many bones are there in human body or for that matter what is the velocity of light, could be simple. AU library upgradation hangs fire for a year A mega exercise to boost amenities for students at the Central Library of Allahabad University is lying in a limbo for the past over a year even though it was cleared by the building and work’s committee (B&WC). The reason: CPWD has not provided the work estimate to the varsity. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Millions ecstatic at first look of divine trio in Nabakalebara Billed as the country’s biggest religious congregation, the Nabakalebara Rath Yatra on Saturday drew more than 10 lakh devotees who pulled the chariots of the new idols of Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra from Jagannath temple to Gundicha temple. Puri pilgrims' moments of sorrow and grief Two women were killed and several others, mostly women and children, injured in a stampede in front of the chariots here on Saturday. Plantation drive for Mahanadi fishermen's livelihood To provide alternative livelihood to fishermen after ban on fishing in Mahanadi wildlife division of Satkosia Tiger Reserve in March, the authorities recently launched a drive to plant fruit-bearing trees on land belonging to fishermen. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		41 kids stranded as hostel in Rajgarh district inundated Incessant rain in last 24 hours has left 41 students of a government hostel in Talen town of Rajgarh district marooned. Soon after the reports, district administration launched rescue works late hours, but the students were stranded till late night hours. Hard-disk tamper cloud on 3 IPS officers, may face CBI quizzing Three policemen, including two senior IPS officers are likely to be questioned by CBI, which kick-started a probe into a complaint alleging foul play during seizure of hard-disk from the computer of Vyapam chief system analyst Nitin Mohindra. Students enrolled, degrees on offer, but colleges missing Corruption and irresponsible attitude of monitoring and agencies granting affiliation and permission to run educational courses have led to mushrooming of ghost colleges right under the nose of the government and administration in the state capital. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		MC to launch Citizen's Charter today If the back lane of your house is dirty, MC is bound to clean it within seven days, replace defective water meters and remove debris within five days of receipt of complaint, issue birth and death certificates within seven days, remove a fallen three within four hours, prune a tree within three days, remove a dead tree within 15 days, repair faults in street lights within 24 hours, and replace a damaged pole within 10 days. Paramour held for killing woman's husband in Mohali The Mohali police on Sunday claimed to have solved the mystery of a 48-year-old man found murdered in Mullanpur on July 12, with the arrest of a man alleged to have an illicit relationship with the victim's wife. CCPCR takes note of child abuse cases, issues advisory With two cases of child abuse coming to fore within two months, the Chandigarh Commission for Protection of Child Rights (CCPCR) has issued a detailed advisory on warning signs to help identify possible behavioral patterns in children who are being abused. More Chandigarh News»

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