News Digest: Modi must be punished for anti-people policies: Ram Jethmalani

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Monday, October 05, 2015
		Today's Headlines

		India
		Modi must be punished for anti-people policies: Ram Jethmalani Rajya Sabha member Ram Jethmalani on Sunday urged the people to defeat the BJP-led NDA in the Bihar assembly polls, asking them to vote for Nitish Kumar. Woman 'hears' AI pilot talk of 'last flight', refuses to fly The Germanwings crash and continuing mystery of the missing Malaysian airliner MH 370 seem to have created serious distrust between air travellers and pilots. Manohar Parrikar snubs Sharif proposal on Siachen troops In a rebuff to Pakistan Prime Minister, Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar on Sunday said he prefers to ignore Nawaz Sharif's four-point proposal, including demilitarisation of Kashmir and unconditional withdrawal of forces from Siachen by both the countries. More India News»

		Business
		Choppy markets may slow PSU stake sales: Jaitley The government is expected to go slow on stake sales in several public sector companies due to the volatility in stock markets, but is unlikely to face pressure on finances due to lower oil prices. Rural youth can bank on finance sector for jobs The banking and finance sector holds a beacon of hope for rural youth as employment from the interiors now forms a bulk of the total hiring for some banks. Government looks to ease FDI rules The government is looking to simplify foreign direct investment (FDI) rules, aimed at removing some of the conditions that investors need to fulfil while investing in the country as it looks to further ease procedures to attract more investment, including domestic, at a time when the RBI has cut rates too, said economic affairs secretary Shaktikanta Das. More Business News»

		Environment
		60 bird species sighted during Ambazari bird race Over 60 bird species were sighted by the watchers during the five-hour long Ambazari bird race jointly organized by the forest department and Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) on Sunday. Tailless amphibians enthrall kids at Pilikula On Sunday, croaks, woofs, meows and the sound of hissing resonated at Pilikula Nisargadhama. NGT slams Odisha govt over shops on Puri beach The National Green Tribunal has slammed Odisha government and the state pollution control board for permitting shops to operate on Puri beach. More Environment News»

		World
		Ruling Portuguese coalition heads for win Portugal's center-right government headed for victory in a election on Sunday after launching tough austerity measures to combat a debt crisis, but exit polls showed it could lose its majority in parliament. 'Germany needs to limit refugee influx, close borders' Germany needs to limit the number of refugees it takes in or even close its borders, conservative allies of German Chancellor Angela Merkel said at the weekend, as the country deals with record inflows of people fleeing from war and poverty. MSF demands independent probe into strike on Afghan hospital Medical aid group Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) on Sunday demanded an independent international inquiry into a suspected US air strike that killed 22 people in an Afghan hospital it runs, branding the attack a "war crime". More World News»

		Entertainment
		'On what basis were Talwars sent to jail?' The Aarushi-Hemraj murder case resulted in a lot of confusion among the investigating agencies and that has been brought out well in the film. Mad Max's villain in Tiger Shroff's film We have exclusively learnt that Ekta Kapoor has pulled off a casting coup by casting Mad Max’s 7 feet supervillain Nathan Jones in her superhero film A Flying Jatt, being directed by Remo D’souza. Actor's bungalow has 'more dogs than people' More Entertainment News»

		Science
		IIT-Madras to study particles in space, predict tremors beneath earth Theories have been proposed, but most have fallen flat every time the earth slipped beneath our feet.  New additive to lower aircraft crash impact Researchers have discovered a new polymeric jet fuel additive that can reduce the intensity of post-impact explosions that occur during airplane crash. Spinal implant brings hope for paralytics Four months ago, Roger, a 55-year-old construction worker from Mooresville, NC, fell out of a deer stand and was left with a damaged spinal cord and no sensation from the middle of his chest down. More Science News»

		Sports
		India will come back all guns blazing: Rohit Sharma Disappointed that his maiden T20I century went in vain, Rohit Sharma said they would come back all guns blazing to stay alive in the three-match series against SA. Liverpool sack manager Brendan Rodgers English Premier League club Liverpool FC have sacked manager Brendan Rodgers following their 1-1 draw with Everton on Sunday. Arsenal crush Manchester United 3-0 to go second Arsenal scored twice in the opening seven minutes and ended the match as a contest with a third in 19th as they crushed United 3-0 to move into 2nd place. More Sports News»

		Technology
		7 best laptops you can buy under Rs 30,000 If you’re in the market for a laptop priced under Rs 30,000, we try to help you make a buying decision. Micromax Canvas Selfie 2 review: Affordable selfie phone With every second smartphone trying to woo the selfie lovers, does the Micromax Canvas Selfie 2 stand out from the rest of the crowd? How smartphones are dominating porn Pornhub has released its latest data analysis which demonstrates the rise of smartphones as a method for watching porn. More Technology News»

		Education
		Modi government keen to push for common entrance test across all medical colleges in India MCI sources said the joint proposal was unanimously adopted by the GBM and that it was for the ministry now to push the issue further. Kendriya Vidyalaya teacher recruitment exam cancelled over paper leak reports A written examination held on Sunday for recruitment of teachers by Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) was cancelled over reports that its question paper was leaked. Outsourcing teachers for welfare of students: Chhattisgarh government Amid protests by Congress over outsourcing to fill the vacant posts of school teachers in the state, Chhattisgarh government on Sunday clarified that the initiative was taken up to for the welfare of the students in remote areas. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Indrani out of danger, but no clue to what laid her low The mystery over whether Indrani Mukerjea “overdosed” on anti-depressants deepened on Sunday, even as she regained consciousness after more than 48 hours. Blaze in warehouse A fire broke out in a godown in Reay Road late on Sunday Cong to oppose drought tax with bullock cart rally MUMBAI: The city Congress has organized a bullock cart rally at Azad Maidan on Monday afternoon to protest against the state government’s decision to impose a fuel surcharge. Former Maharashtra chief minister and state Congress president Ashok Chavan, city Congress president Sanjay Nirupam and others will lead the rally. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Ban on diesel cabs in Delhi not implemented against all, HC told Delhi high court has been told that its order upholding a ban on diesel cabs providing point-to-point service in the city was being implemented only against Ola while other app-based taxi services were violating it with impunity. Dealers of junked auto parts do green job, need training Alaam and Sons is one of the 500-odd shops that trade in second-hand auto parts on the crowded lane, forming what is termed the end-of-life vehicle (ELV) industry. Located in Delhi in Jama Masjid, Mayapuri and Gokulpuri, the ELV units have been doing a stellar job of recycling auto parts after stripping vehicles bound for the landfills. Somnath Bharti sent to Tihar for a day A city court on Sunday sent AAP MLA and former Delhi law minister Somnath Bharti to Tihar Jail for a day in connection with an alleged domestic violence and attempt to murder case lodged by his wife. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		More elders call for help to write their will The fear of having to stay in oldage homes is prompting many senior citizens in the city to write their will. Onions from north Karnataka bring prices down Imports from Egypt, China and Pakistan coupled with harvesting of the local crop have led to a fall in onion prices to Rs 45-55 a kg from Rs 70-80 in retail markets in Karnataka. Essentials may turn scarce if stir continues As the truck drivers' protest entered its fourth day on Sunday, a shortage of vegetables, food grains and essential other commodities is staring the state in the face. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Campaign against honking launched The next time you are behind the wheels, remember not to press the ‘horn’ at the slightest urge. The ‘Horn not Ok Please’ campaign was launched by the Young Indians wing of the CII (Confederation of Indian Industry) on Sunday specifically to address the issue. Under pressure to perform, Inter student attempts suicide Under pressure to perform well in academics, an Intermediate II year student attempted suicide by jumping from the third floor of his hostel building at Adibhatla on Saturday afternoon. He survived the suicide bid, but suffered a leg fracture. ICRA gives 'A' category status to Telangana Living up to its image as a rich state, Telangana has gained ‘A’ category status in the rating of India Credit Rating Agency ( ICRA). More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		'World class' roads run into a dead end Roads that are wide, better-laid than most across the city and teeming with traffic unless it is midnight are what the Chennai Corporation thought fit to `upgrade' to `world class standards' -a plan that is a classic example of how the corporation jumps the gun on promising first and planning later. Building a company that outlives the founders With a struggling startup and a passion for technology, Ravi Saraogi and Umesh Sachdev met Prof Ashok Jhunjhunwala of IIT-Madras. IIT-Madras to study particles in space, predict tremors beneath earth Theories have been proposed, but most have fallen flat every time the earth slipped beneath our feet. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Spectre of diseases haunts Gujarat While malaria, dengue and swine flu continue to give health authorities in major Gujarat cities sleepless nights, cases of acute encephalitis syndrome (AES) and Congo fever are emerging as the new worry factors for state health authorities. Iron pillars set up along Khokhra bridge After several decades of empathy western railway authorities on Sunday finally set up iron pillars along the length of the old Khokhra bridge to secure its damaged portion. Congress demands President rule in Gujarat Criticizing the ordinance issued by the state government for giving it the power to delay local body elections, the Gujarat Congress on Sunday demanded President’s rule in the state. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Children with Cerebral Palsy showcase talent in Allahabad Cerebral Palsy (CP) Day was celebrated in the premises of Reserve Police Lines on Saturday. Allahabad remembers Mahatma Gandhi, Lal Bahadur Shastri Several events were organized in the Sangam City to mark the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and former prime minister Lal Bahadur Shastri. Door-to-door collection of garbage begins in Allahabad Door-to-door collection of garbage started from Ashoknagar ward of the city on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti.It is being done through environmental friendly e-rickshaws. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Two boys drown while taking bath in Dhenkhanal Two boys drowned in a pond at a village in Odisha's Dhenkhanal district on Sunday, the police said. BJD govt messing up food Act: BJP The state BJP on Sunday accused the ruling BJD of messing up implementation of the National Food Security Act (NFSA) 2013, two days after chief minister Naveen Patnaik started distributing digitized ration cards among the beneficiaries to be covered under the Act. Odisha launches online FIR filing system More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Kidnapped & sodomised for days, minor rescued from a flat in Kolar The minor was rescued after he made a desperate call on 100 and told police he was locked in a house in Bhopal. Police traced the SOS call to Bima Kunj in Kolar area of the state capital and freed him from his captors. 3 arrested under anti-conversion laws in Madhya Pradesh All of them claim to work for an NGO GEMS--Gospel Echoing Missionary Society which is working in the northern states of the country for more than 4 decades, said police. Framed youth's suicide: Day after, demand for justice grows in Bhopal Police said they would conduct a probe to verify allegations. The family and associates of deceased demanded suspension of police officer till the inquiry is underway. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Bathinda administration perennially promulgates section 144 in the city The fact that Bathinda has turned into the protest capital of Punjab is evident in district administration’s decision to perennially promulgate section 144 in the city to ‘maintain law and order’. Women thieves loved overcrowded buses An overcrowded bus.Lots of pushing and shoving.And, then poof! Your gold bracelet or chain is gone.That's how the three women arrested for allegedly stealing gold ornaments on Thursday operated. Giving baby steps a frame Ludhianvis definitely know how to celebrate, cherish and capture their special moments.A new trend is emerging in the city when it comes to welcoming a new little member to the family. More Chandigarh News»

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News Digest: Reservations should have a time-frame, says SC judge

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Sunday, October 04, 2015
		Today's Headlines

		India
		Reservations should have a time-frame, says SC judge Stating that caste and religion based quota system may eventually harm the nation, Justice Shiva Kirti Singh of Supreme Court said on Saturday that a time-frame for reservation should be fixed. 'I'm ashamed... Our state stuck in a rut' A common man speaks up in the aftermath of violence that struck Salt Lake city on Saturday during the Bidhannagar corporation polls in Kolkata. Odisha gets its 1st 100% solar-powered village October 2 this year marked a life-changing transition for the 350-odd dwellers of Baripatha, a tribal village about 25 km southwest of Bhubaneswar. It made history by becoming the first village in the state to be powered entirely by solar energy. More India News»

		Business
		Maruti board approves pact with Suzuki for Guj plant The country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India's board has approved a contract manufacturing agreement for a period of up to 30 years proposed to be signed with an arm of parent Suzuki Motor Corp (SMC) for the upcoming plant in Gujarat. Coal India misses September output target by 4% State-owned Coal India (CIL) recorded an output of 37.17 million tonnes in September, missing the target by 4.1 per cent. DLF board to prepare roadmap for rental biz Realty major DLF on Saturday said its board will meet on October 8 to discuss the recommendations made by a committee on ways to drive the growth of company's rental business worth Rs 2,400 crore. More Business News»

		Environment
		Now, SG National Park leopard's diet has more deer Disappearance of garbage around SGNP has reduced strays Coral site found in Arabian Sea off Konkan coast A treasure trove of corals has been found mid-sea off the Konkan coast by the scientists of the National Institute of Oceanography. Climate change can alter the planet's shape As melting glaciers erode the land, global warming could alter the shape of the planet, a new study says. More Environment News»

		World
		Malala questions 'silence' of Pak leaders on terrorism Questioning the 'silence' of Pakistani leaders on terrorism, 18-year-old Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai on Saturday said she harbours the hope of becoming the Prime Minister of her country. Suicide bomber in Baghdad kills 10: Iraqi officials Iraqi officials say a suicide attack on a security checkpoint north of the capital, Baghdad, has killed at least 10 people. Germany marks 25 years of unity, faces new challenges Germany marks a quarter-century as a reunited nation on Saturday and now faces a new challenge in a refugee influx that will demand deep reserves of resourcefulness and patience. More World News»

		Entertainment
		'When we go to US, we live without maids' I am going to ask my domestic help to watch Talvar, because... Seeti marnewale dialogues a must for Sanjay While the story and screenplay are the backbone of a good film, good dialogues bring in the edge and raise the entertainment value. Sanjay Gupta has always been known for his stylised films and the seeti marnewale dialogues. Star teenagers to watch out for More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Are statins worth the risk? As newer substitutes emerge, debate on the safety of the cholesterol busters is getting more divided by the day Scientists invent healthier chocolate Chocolate so healthy it could be eaten as medicine has allegedly been invented by scientists. Chinese scientists now offering micropigs as pets Chinese scientists made headlines earlier this year when they used a powerful new technique to edit the genomes of human embryos, sparking ethical debate. More Science News»

		Sports
		Postiga stars on debut as ATK beat Chennaiyin FC in ISL opener Helder Postiga scored twice as Atletico de Kolkata started their campaign on a winning note beating Chennaiyin FC 3-2 in an exciting lung opener of the ISL. Ponting, I could have solved 'Monkeygate': Kumble Anil Kumble said a lot of problems could have been solved with Ricky Ponting and him sitting and talking about the infamous 'Monkeygate' incident. Aguero hits five as Man City crush Newcastle to go top Sergio Aguero scored five times in 20 minutes as Manchester City came from behind to thrash Newcastle United 6-1 and go back to the top of the EPL table. More Sports News»

		Technology
		7 best laptops you can buy under Rs 30,000 If you’re in the market for a laptop priced under Rs 30,000, we try to help you make a buying decision. How smartphones are dominating porn Pornhub has released its latest data analysis which demonstrates the rise of smartphones as a method for watching porn. Google Nexus 5X, 6P's India launch dates leaked Google Nexus 6P and Nexus 5X are expected to be priced at Rs 39,990 and Rs 31,900, respectively, for the base variants. More Technology News»

		Education
		'Kids fare better when taught in mother tongue' Studying mathematics scores of the same set of kids in multiple rounds of tests, a researcher has concluded that kids learn better in their mother-tongue. Kids attending Telugu medium schools - data was gathered in Andhra Pradesh - "on average perform significantly better as compared to English medium students" once factors such as native ability, household characteristics and "parental aspirations" are considered and "controlled for." Comply with industry guidelines: UGC University Grants Commission (UGC) has directed varsities, including Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya (DAVV), to ensure compliance of university-industry interaction guidelines in all departments of the varsity as well as affiliated colleges. Kalyani University fracas gets a weekend breather The Kalyani University imbroglio got a momentary respite on Friday with most of the agitating student leaving for the extended weekend break. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		When 'sister' plays mother to babies 9/11 triggers terror in Dr Sangita Jadhav’s heart for a very different reason. Govt portal linked to RTS Act fails to function properly A day after the Maharashtra government launched the Right to Services (RTS) Act and linked it to online services portal https://aaplesarkar.maharashtra.gov.in/en/, the website failed to function properly. Officials told to clear streets of encroachments Civic chief Ajoy Mehta on Friday instructed the 24 administrative ward officials to prepare a three-monthly plan to make streets in Mumbai pedestrian-friendly. In the first month, the ward officers have been instructed to immediately clear all commercial encroachments on footpaths which would not involve any litigation. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Delhi's momo-dified The city’s favourite snack is acquiring whole new avatars, from chocolate and tandoori to vodka Manish Mehrotra: The award-winning chef of the restaurant Indian Accent gives us a taste of his Delhi experience I've been living in Delhi since 2000, but I studied here in the '90s at New Era Public School in Mayapuri. Test papers leaked on WhatsApp Leakage of question paper on instant messaging service WhatsApp has become a rampant practice and the latest victim seems to be Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan's (KVS) teacher's recruitment test scheduled for Sunday. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Feeling low? This online friend could drive your blues away When an 18-year-old girl from Ujjain, MP , cleared the JEE entrance in her second attempt, she wasn't the only one who was jubilant. More Bengalureans take the app route to holidays Swateek Jena, a 25-year-old IT professional, makes it a point to travel alone outside Bengaluru every month. Delivering Christmas 100 times a day Do you know who your delivery boy is? How hard he works, how he lives, how much he earns? What his dreams and aspirations are? Is he insured against accidents and damages? Next time you get a shipment, look him in the eye and shake his hand More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		AP to grant 'sister province' status to Toyama of Japan The Andhra Pradesh government has decided to give ‘sister province’ status to Toyama state in Japan to develop bilateral trade and cultural relations. Transition rate among Muslim students low The transition rate, new entrants in the first grade of elementary, secondary and higher secondary stages of education, of students from the Muslim community is lower than those from the Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs) and Other Backward Classes (OBCs). IICT develops cool home technology The Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (IICT) has come up with a technology that can keep the temperature inside a house much cooler than outside. In fact, the difference can be as much as nine degree Celsius. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Dealing with dengue the traditional way Every year, dengue wreaks havoc in Tamil Nadu. And this time too, the state did not fare any better; it recorded over 2,000 cases, one of the highest in the country. Dr Pony to the rescue It is believed that humans have a sixth sense which differentiates them from animals. Yet, animals are able to sense the pain, sorrow and joy of a person faster than humans can. Now, 500 Tamil Nadu lawyers face action from Bar Council of India At least 500 lawyers from Tamil Nadu are facing disciplinary action. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Collapsed bridge exposes neglect When structural safety of our city bridges is in the hands of two diverse government agencies --Western Railways and Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) -there are possibilities of it being compromised. 'Ladies only' groups visit Gujarat to swirl during Navratri There is no better time to visit Gujarat than Navratri. No wonder then that garba tourism has started to peak, especially with ‘women only’ groups showing interest in experiencing the longest dance festival. Bridge pathway collapses, hits rail traffic to Mumbai While traffic was at its peak, an entire pedestrian pathway built on one of Ahmedabad’s oldest bridges, the Khokhra-Kankaria railway bridge, collapsed. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Woman becomes AUSU president after 88 years A research scholar has become the first female president of Allahabad University Students’ Union after a gap of 88 years. Duranto Express to stop at Kanpur station from today The new railway time table will come into effect from October 1. As per the new time table the timing of many trains passing in North Central Railway region has been changed. Students' union elections: Polling remains peaceful in AU, 4 colleges Cops remained on their toes throughout the day and did not allow any gathering in and around the varsity and colleges. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Discourage stalls on Puri beach: Green panel Puri beach comes under Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ), where concrete structures, buildings and business establishments permanent or temporary are not permitted, official sources said. Short of manpower, BMC to outsource user fees collection There are 22 different components of user fees and the civic body on its own can't manage them by engaging its own staff, says ​committee chairman Sk Nizamuddin. Crime Branch to probe 'fraud' by home department officer In October last year, the Nayapalli police registered a case against assistant section officer Partha Sarathi Mallick after receiving complaints from some duped investors. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		PUC certificate cost goes upto five times in Bhopal Vehicle owners will have to pay 5 times more in Madhya Pradesh to get pollution under check (PUC) certificate from the government as its cost cost has been linked with the price index. Lokayukta raids on patwari unearths Rs 10 crore property In a pre-dawn swoop on a patwari's house in Raghogarh, special police establishment of Lokayukta unearthed properties disproportionate to his legal income. Floods, washout of ballast led to Harda twin train accident Washout of rail embankment due to flooding water in nearby villages resulted in twin rail mishaps near Harda on August 4, according to a provisional report of Commissioner Railway Safety. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Delegates walk for peace On the concluding day of the 10th Global Youth Peace Festival (GYPF), international delegates, students from the city, volunteers, chief justice and judges joined hands to spread the message of international brotherhood. 'Fine' to dump debris, garbage in Mohali On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, the Mohali Municipal Corporation (MMC) has decided to penalize those who dump debris or garbage in residential areas, or anywhere else in town. 'Fest closes, but commitment here to stay' As the 10th edition of the Global Youth Peace Fest (GYPF) drew to a close, delegates and speakers stressed on the need for renewed efforts for world peace during the valedictory programme organized at Chandigarh Judicial Academy in Sector 43. More Chandigarh News»

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