News Digest: PM Modi dines with Fortune 500 CEOs, invites them to 'make in India'

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		Friday, September 25, 2015
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		India
		PM Modi dines with Fortune 500 CEOs, invites them to 'make in India' Prime Minister Narendra Modi met top CEOs in the US, listing the various sectors that India has opened up for investments and inviting the US business leaders to 'make in India'. India's the check to Pakistan: Trump The prospect of Republican frontrunner Donald Trump becoming US president variously causes excitement and concern among supporters and critics, but at least one country will be looking at it with dismay and panic as world leaders descend on New York City , his home turf, for the annual UN gathering. Cerebral Chennai hosts bridge to the mind If it is only right that cerebral Chennai should have given India a champion chess player, it is also appropriate that the city should host the first ever world bridge championship to be held in India.Among the big supporters of the game in Chennai are IIT alumni, many of who got hooked to the game in college. More India News»

		Business
		FM to kick-start credit campaign under PMMY Finance minister Arun Jaitley will kick-start a week long credit campaign tomorrow under Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) with the objective to fund the unfunded in the informal sector. India to probe VW scandal for possible irregularities The Indian government has initiated a probe into possible violations by embattled German carmaker Volkswagen and has asked testing agency ARAI to look into the issue. Govt to amend I-T Act to exempt foreign firms In a big relief to foreign firms, government today said the Income Tax Act will be amended with retrospective effect to exempt from MAT the overseas companies that are covered under double taxation avoidance agreements. More Business News»

		Environment
		Security to be beefed up at Okhla Bird Sanctuary Security measures are being beefed up at the Okhla Bird Sanctuary to prevent loitering by casual visitors. Surveillance camera, frisking and regular monitoring of visitor activities are going to become norm. 'India to play constructive role in climate talks' Ahead of the Modi-Obama talks in New York next week, the White House has said that it expects India to play a constructive role in the climate talks in Paris later this year. Warm waters bleach coral reefs in south Earlier seasoned fishermen could sense a school of fish by judging currents and winds. But their traditional knowledge fails these men today. More Environment News»

		World
		Obama agrees to meet Putin after 'repeated requests' US President Barack Obama appeared to pause a two-year effort to isolate Vladimir Putin Thursday, agreeing to what the White House said were "repeated requests" for a meeting. Pope arrives in New York to rock-star welcome Pope Francis was treated to a rock-star welcome in New York Thursday as he embarked on the second leg of his US tour after addressing Congress and electrifying crowds in Washington. Yemen mosque bombing kills 25 A suicide bomber struck a mosque in Yemen's rebel-held capital on Thursday in an attack targeting Shiites that killed at least 25 people and wounded dozens during holiday prayers. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Irrfan took a month to prepare for Talvar  Juggling Hollywood and Bollywood with equal effortlessness, Irrfan is back on the silver screen with Meghna Gulzar’s Talvar after delivering an understated performance in Piku earlier this year. Madhur: I take stars only when I need them  Madhur Bhandarkar’s brand of cinema is of course women-centric and reality-based, but it also is gutsy with a big element of ‘khulasa’ in it. What 'Tamasha' was earlier called? Imtiaz Ali is here with yet another love story in the form of Tamasha starring Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone and on the launch of the trailer of the film, the ace filmmaker made interesting revelations about the name of his films. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Night-vision goggles to counter piracy God help you if you get bored during watching a movie and de cide to play a quick game of Candy Crush, because staff at cinemas in the UK are to be kitted out with night-vision goggles to allow them to spot smartphones and people making illegal recordings. Stalking your ex on FB can make it harder to move on People who are distressed by a breakup are more likely to monitor their ex-partners online which could make it difficult for them to move on, a new study suggests. `Babies smile to make you smile back' Babies smile in order to make those they are interacting with smile back using sophisticated timing much like comedians, who time their jokes to maximise audience response, researchers have found. More Science News»

		Sports
		Sourav Ganguly appointed Cricket Association of Bengal chief Former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has been appointed new chief of Cricket Association of Bengal. Ishant confirms his availability from 2nd Ranji match: DDCA A red-faced Delhi & Districts Cricket Association included the Indian pace spearhead with immediate effect although he will only be available from the second match. Ahead of pro debut, Vijender Singh makes gym his office Vijender Singh is toiling 8 to 10 hours a day as he gears up for his much-awaited debut bout on October 10 in Manchester. More Sports News»

		Technology
		10 high-end smartphones you can buy 'cheap' From smartphones launched just three months ago to the popular iPhones, you can buy a number of handsets that are substantially cheaper now than at the time of their launch. So, here’s a look at 10 awesome top-end smartphones you can buy cheap in India… Watch: Google CEO Sundar Pichai welcomes PM Modi Google CEO Sundar Pichai took to YouTube to welcome Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Silicon Valley. Apple iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S Plus camera review Improvements in the iPhone's camera result in better contrast and less distortion than before. More Technology News»

		Education
		Gujrat Board makes changes in examination schedule The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education board had made changes in its timetable for the third semester examination for class XII and semester I examination of class XI. MUP to hold author meets readers interaction at MIT on September 26 Manipal University Press will hold the author meets readers event “From the horse’s mouth” with Manek Premchand, author of Talat Mahmood — The Velvet Voice on September 26 at the AC Seminar Hall in MIT. Nasscom creates courseware in finance & accounting for BPM sector The National association of software and services companies (Nasscom) has created a courseware for 'Transactional finance and accounting' in the business process management (BPM) industry in a bid to meet the growing demand for skilled people. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Maharashtra considers slashing hotel permissions from 71 to 21 Hotels in Maharashtra still need a clearance before they can operate a mixer-grinder, atta-chakki or instal a three-phase electrical connection. Need discussion on Pocso Act, says HC Three years after the stringent Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (Pocso) was enacted, the Bombay high court has questioned the wide scope of “presumption of guilt“ of an accused in the special law. Eid ul' Azha honours sacrifice of Ibrahim Friday's festival of Eid ul' Azha celebrates the second most important occasion of the Islamic calendar. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Delhi assures no action on DANIPS officers The Delhi government has assured the high court that it will withdraw its circular warning DANIPS officers to follow its orders or face the music. Sisodia sees in attack a bid to shield squatters Deputy CM Manish Sisodia on Thursday blamed the “henchmen of a BJP MP” for the attack on northwest Delhi district magistrate Sanjay Goel while condemning the incident. DM roughed up, BJP MP's aides arrested The personal secretary of BJP MP Udit Raj and two of his supporters have been arrested for allegedly heckling northwest Delhi’s district magistrate at his office in Kanjhawala on Thursday morning. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Mars orbiter marks a year, sends 1TB data On Thursday, Indian Space Research Organisation's Rs 450-crore Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM) spacecraft completed a year in the Martian orbit. Karnataka bandh tomorrow may affect normal life The Karnataka bandh called by pro-Kannada organizations is expected to disrupt normal life across Karnataka on Saturday. Power cuts back after Ganesha fest, but Bescom plays ostrich Official or not, Bengalureans are once again feeling the heat of frequent power failures. The worst hit are students preparing for exams. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Tension, suspense, worry before Bakrid With no word on the fate of their loved ones who went for the Haj, several families across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh spent the day before Bakrid in anxiety and apprehension. TDP slams govt's rider on ex-gratia for farmers' kin The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) on Thursday came down heavily on the TRS government for fixing September 19 of this year as the cut-off date for giving ex gratia to the families of the farmers who committed suicide. HC raps college for denying seat to meritorious student Making it clear that owners of private medical colleges cannot behave in an arbitrary manner while filling the management quota seats, Justice A Ramalingeswara Rao of the Hyderabad High Court has held that the interview committee of the Kamineni Academy of Medical Sciences had intentionally awarded just one mark to an aspirant with a clear motive to deny her admission. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Chennai police use Facebook to trace owners of unclaimed vehicles Under pressure to clear the Chennai Mofussil Bus Terminus in Koyambedu of abandoned vehicles, the city police are using social networking site Facebook to trace the owners. Bar Council of India suspends 15 TN lawyers from practice In an unprecedented move, Bar Council of India (BCI) has ordered suspension of 15 lawyers from practice and passed scathing strictures against the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry for its failure to take action against unruly elements among advocates responsible for laying siege to courts and creating ruckus on the Madras high court campus. Police identify two thieves lynched by villagers near Chennai Police on Thursday identified two burglars who were lynched by a group of villagers near Sriperumbudur. They have been identified as Rajendran and S Periasamy of Kengaraya Palayam near Villupuram. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Gujarat board advances Class XI, XII exam dates Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSHSEB) has altered dates of the Class XII third semester examination and Class XI first semester examination. Indict Muslims who wed off minor girls: Gujarat high court The Gujarat high court has held that the special law - Prohibition of Child Marriage Act (PCMA) – will prevail over the Muslim Personal Law in cases where Muslims marry off their minor daughters. NID alumna's online store bags US award Out of the 145 entries submitted globally and 15 finalists, ‘Gaatha’ won The People’s Choice Award for the relevance of its content and innovativeness in the craft sector across the world. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Erratic power supply, garbage on roads irks residents before Bakrid The lackadaisical attitude of Allahabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) and power department has once again added woes to the public with erratic power supply and uncleanliness on city streets before the festival of Eid al-Adha or Bakrid. '1965 war victory was a morale booster' General Officer Commanding of Red Eagle Division, Major General P C Thimmaya, on Wednesday said that the victory in 1965 war acted as a morale booster for the Indian armed forces. He said it was only after this war that the world realised Indian Army’s military prowess. HESSB fails to do business in absence of quorum The Higher Education Service Selection Board (HESSB), responsible for recruiting assistant professors in non-aided degree colleges, was unable to carry out day to day business in the absence of quorum on Wednesday after Allahabad High Court on Tuesday quashed the appointment of its chairman declaring it as illegal. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		People block road, burn tyres over poor water supply People belonging to Chandramanipeta of the town on Wednesday blocked a road in the area protesting against inadequate water supply to the locality. Youth held for killing aunt in Mayurbhanj Badampahar police on Wednesday arrested two persons from Dhangidimuta village in Mayurbhanj district for allegedly killing a 60-year-old woman a couple of days ago on the suspicion that she was practising sorcery. Sarathi Ashram not on demolition list The district administration has identified 80 religious institutions, including temples, mutts and ashrams, that have encroached on nearly 52 acres of government land. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Chain looter nabbed in Bhopal An accused wanted in connection with two chain loots in Habibganj and Govindpura last week was nabbed by crime branch on Thursday. The accused reportedly confessed to committing five chain loots in Bhopal and Ganj Basoda in Vidisha district. Two raped with promise of marriage, FIRs lodged Two women raped with promise of marriage lodged cases at Mahila Thana on Tuesday. A 24-year-old beautician was in a relationship with the accused, Nafees Khan, a gym trainer, for a year-and-half. They first interacted after getting connected through a wrong number and later went on to have an affair after the accused promised marriage. Two raped with promise of marriage, FIRs lodged A 24-year-old beautician was in a relationship with the accused, Nafees Khan, a gym trainer, for a year-and-half. They first interacted after getting connected through a wrong number and later went on to have an affair after the accused promised marriage. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Dengue bares its killer fangs Dengue has gripped the Tricity in its deadly tentacles, causing the death of a city resident for the first time this year and leaving 228 people battling to regain health in hospitals and private clinics. As dengue spreads, residents cry out for fogging With the recent spell of heavy rains being seen as a danger sign for the spread of dengue, residents are demanding the intensification of fogging exercises. 4 jail inmates flee from district court Four Burail jail inmates escaped from the district court in Sector 43 on Wednesday. More Chandigarh News»

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News Digest: Sanatan Sanstha founder's path: Atheist to guru

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Thursday, September 24, 2015
		Today's Headlines

		India
		Sanatan Sanstha founder's path: Atheist to guru India to supply generic cancer drug to US India has agreed to supply to the United States generic cancer drugs at a time there is outrage in America about the predatory practices by the US pharma industry, one of whose leaders is getting hammered for increasing the price of life-saving drugs by as much as 5000 per cent overnight. Probe light: Out to 'build one nation with one identity' its own way The Sanatan Sanstha, headquartered at Ramnathi, a village 30km from Panaji, is on a mission to "build one nation with one identity". More India News»

		Business
		No. of new rich to grow fastest in India, says study The number of new rich in India will almost double over the next five years, posting the fastest growth of 47%, a latest study says. Cos can borrow from pension, sovereign funds: RBI draft In a move that would ease overseas borrowing for Indian corporates, the RBI has proposed a host of relaxations, including expanding the list of potential lenders and moving towards a negative list of end-uses. Uber's Indian innovations go worldwide For the world's biggest cab player Uber, India has been home to a number of successful innovations, some of which have forced the venture to alter its basic tenets. More Business News»

		Environment
		Warm waters bleach coral reefs in south Earlier seasoned fishermen could sense a school of fish by judging currents and winds. But their traditional knowledge fails these men today. Car-free Gurgaon: NGT questions Haryana govt's initiative A day after Gurgaon observed a 'car-free day' to free the roads from traffic congestion, the National Green Tribunal today asked Haryana government to inform it about its actual impact on the pollution level in the city to ascertain . US offers technology to track and protect Indian tigers US has offered to help India in the country's efforts to track and protect Bengal tigers, as the two countries seek to strengthen collaboration in wildlife conservation and combating wildlife trafficking. More Environment News»

		World
		EU leaders agree on UN aid, refugee centres EU leaders agreed early Thursday to mobilise at least one billion euros ($1.1 billion) for refugees in countries neighbouring Syria through UN agencies, the bloc's president Donald Tusk said. Pope makes California missionary a saint Pope Francis on Wednesday elevated to sainthood a Franciscan friar who brought Christianity to California but left a controversial legacy among Native Americans whose culture was brutally suppressed in the process. Colombia-FARC peace deal 'within six months': Santos He said he and Timochenko "have agreed that at the latest in six months -- six months -- these negotiations must conclude and the final peace accord must be signed." More World News»

		Entertainment
		Suhel Seth: I have never ever uttered a lie Suhel Seth may feel like he is 21, but in reality, he is 52 years old. He believes in Churchill’s saying that a man is only as old as the woman he feels. The curious case of Bollywood names Akshay Kumar's alleged love affairs Khiladi Akshay Kumar has had a colourful history as far as his love life is concerned. Starting from Pooja Batra to his wife Twinkle Khanna and Priyanka Chopra, the actor has had a series of alleged love affairs. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Research group launches world's largest online rice database The world's biggest genetic rice database online is now available free, a move scientists hope will contribute to a "green revolution", a leading rice research group said Wednesday. NASA technology to help airlines save fuel, time Two US airlines will soon begin testing a new NASA-developed software that is designed to help air carriers save time, cut fuel consumption and carbon emissions. Isro to reveal Mar's methane secret on Thursday A positive finding is something the global scientific community will take note of. More Science News»

		Sports
		Speculation rife over CAB chief as Ganguly meets Mamata Sourav Ganguly met West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee amid intense speculation that he may take over as the president of the Cricket Association of Bengal. Sania Mirza has put tennis on the front page: Vijay Amritraj Heartily praising Sania Mirza, Vijay Amritraj on Wednesday said that the Hyderabadi has been instrumental in taking tennis to the front page. Corruption will always be part of game: ICC's anti-corruption chief The head of worldwide cricket's anti-fraud body has admitted that corruption will never be totally driven out of the game, in an interview on Wednesday. More Sports News»

		Technology
		Microsoft Office 2016 is here: 9 top features Office 2016 isn't just about new Microsoft Word and PowerPoint layouts. Apple iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S Plus camera review Improvements in the iPhone's camera result in better contrast and less distortion than before. Why you may not get big online discounts this Diwali Hoping for big online discounts this Diwali? The wait may well be fruitless. More Technology News»

		Education
		Bennett University lends support to academia in improving quality of teaching in India The National Summit on Quality in Education was organized in Bangalore by the CII Institute of Quality on September 22-23 to necessitate a thorough and fresh look at empowerment of teachers. IIM Shambalpur starts first PGP batch with 49 students The India Institute of Management (IIM) Sambalpur of Odhisha, mentor by IIM Indore, starts its first batch of post graduate programme (PGP) with 49 students on Wednesday. Subramanian Swamy in race for JNU vice-chancellor post? The HRD ministry is believed to have offered the post of Jawaharlal Nehru University vice-chancellor to BJP leader Subramanian Swamy. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Historical photos showcase Indo-US cultural ties Mohan Singh, aka "The Fly ing Hindoo", was enrolled in California's Curtiss Aviation School from 1911to 1912. Cops relieved as court sets sentencing for Sept 30 The police heaved a sigh of relief at the special MCOCA court reserving sen tencing for the 117 convicts for s September 30. Permission for LLB tests sought for two convicts The wait for sentencing is turning out to be endless for the families of the 117 convicts. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Police hunt on, Arvind Kejriwal asks Somnath Bharti to give up Even as the Aam Aadmi Party finally distanced itself from him, police intensified the search for absconding MLA Somnath Bharti on Wednesday, questioning his brother Lokenath, sister Stuti and his personal assistant about his whereabouts. Delhi awaits date with Don Bradman's granddaughter, Zubin Mehta Scores are central to both cricket and Western classical music (WCM), but the links between the two disciplines run deeper. PM Modi takes security apparatus by surprise Prime Minister Narendra Modi surprised Delhi Police and his security apparatus when he visited Shauryanjali, a commemorative exhibition on the Golden Jubilee of the 1965 war, at the Rajpath lawns in New Delhi, without having any security route laid out for him. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Helmets to be a must for pillion riders in Karnataka from November The Karnataka government will make helmets compulsory for pillion riders, including children, from November. IT deadline: Hearing on Monday A high court division bench on Wednesday adjourned the hearing to Monday of a PlL filed by the Karnataka State Chartered Accountants Association while asking the Union government to respond. Neither Bengalureans nor babus are smart: Expert "Neither Bengalureans nor the babus is smart, then why call the city smart?" asked TV Ramachandra, professor and chairman of the Centre for Ecological Sciences, IISc, on Wednesday. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Is AP heading for a 'consultant raj'? Andhra Pradesh seems to be headed for a 'consultant raj' if the number of 'expert' consultants appointed by the state government is any indication. 'Why not put Bakrid sacrifice funds for education?' There is a fierce debate ensuing ahead of Bakrid within the Muslim community. Is it justified to fund the education of those from backward sections of the Muslim community with the money meant for ritual sacrifice? 12 new swine flu cases in T, AP With Dengue outbreak, swine flu too is spreading fast with both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana states reporting 12 positive cases including three from city in a single day. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Lacking resolve: TN child rights panel is stillborn An article by A Narayanan. Cerebral Chennai hosts bridge to the mind The card game that invites enthusiasts to explore strategy and silent communication with a partner has its passionate proponents in the UK arguing that bridge should be considered a sport — if more for the mind than for the body. Madras HC refrains from fresh orders against camel slaughter for Eid The Madras high court on Wednesday desisted from issuing fresh orders against camel slaughter in Chennai for Eid on Thursday, but said related issues could be raised before a committee. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Sterlite acquires Ahmedabad-based Elitecore for Rs 180 cr Sterlite Technologies Limited, a part of billionaire Anil Agarwal controlled Vedanta group, has acquired city-based telecom software product company-Elitecore Technologies Private Limited for an enterprise value of Rs 180 crore in an all-cash deal. I was abducted by cop-like people: Hardik Patidar reservation stir leader Hardik Patel, who made Gujarat high court work past midnight after two of his associates filed a habeas corpus petition late on Tuesday night, will appear before the court on Thursday morning. Hardik's captivity claim false: Rajnikant Patel Minister of state for home Rajnikant Patel on Wednesday termed Patidar Anamat Andolan Samiti (PAAS) convener Hardik Patel's claim that he was held captive as “baseless“ and said that he was misleading people of the state. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		UPSRTC launches WhatsApp no. for complaints Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation has launched a complaint redressal mechanism on messaging application, WhatsApp, for passengers. Boy beaten to death in fight over hide-and-seek A boy was beaten to death during a fight which occurred when he was playing hide-and-seek with two other boys of his locality on Tuesday morning.The incident took place in Khatripura locality. Mobile police control room to monitor AUSU elections The mobile PCR vehicle is equipped with a camera and screen software.The camera can be rotated up to 360 degrees for recording visuals.It can be elevated up to eight feet to take an aerial photograph. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Crime branch to probe ghastly murder of family in Puri The state government on Wednesday entrusted the crime branch to crack ghastly murders of a couple and their two minor children at Astaranga in Puri district. September 25 declared holiday for Id-ul-Zuha in Odisha The Odisha government announced holiday on September 25 for Id-ul-Zuha instead of September 24, which was announced earlier. Govt takes over land occupied by ashram The Khurda administration on Tuesday took possession of 82-decimal government land, allegedly encroached by Trahi Achyuta Ashram at Jhinti, on the outskirts of the city. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Now, watch your baby live without entering ICU In a first big initiative by state health department, Gwalior district administration has equipped its government hospital with a high-tech surveillance system inside special newborn intensive care unit. Bhopal 100mm short of seasonal rainfall quota Monsoon has reached its tail end. The official withdrawal of monsoon would be declared in few days. But, Bhopal is 58.2mm short of its rain quota till Wednesday. The overall seasonal deficit is around 100 mm and this is unlikely to be covered. NGT stays construction at Chirayu medical college in Bhopal National Green Tribunal (NGT) put an interim stay on all construction activity of Chirayu Foundation near Bairagarh township on Wednesday. It has been alleged the hospital is violating Bhoj Wetland norms and previous orders passed by the tribunal. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Dengue bares its killer fangs Dengue has gripped the Tricity in its deadly tentacles, causing the death of a city resident for the first time this year and leaving 228 people battling to regain health in hospitals and private clinics. As dengue spreads, residents cry out for fogging With the recent spell of heavy rains being seen as a danger sign for the spread of dengue, residents are demanding the intensification of fogging exercises. 4 jail inmates flee from district court Four Burail jail inmates escaped from the district court in Sector 43 on Wednesday. More Chandigarh News»

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