News Digest: No. 1 in underweight popn, India among top 5 in obesity

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Saturday, April 02, 2016
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		India
		No. 1 in underweight popn, India among top 5 in obesity With 102 million men and 101 million women underweight, India leads the world in being home to over 40% of the global underweight population. China is a distant second with about 8% of underweight men and over 12% of underweight women. Shot in the arm for govt as Aadhaar enrolment hits 1bn Aadhaar enrolments are set to hit the 1-billion mark by this weekend — a landmark achievement that could pave the way for the rollout of the Modi government’s ambitious plan to expand the use of unique identification numbers to deliver subsidies and entitlements. Envious UP woman cuts sleeping hubby's 'Salman Khan' locks More India News»

		Business
		Mystery surge in cash with public hurts banks A steep surge in the amount of currency in circulation has baffled bankers and economists as this preference for cash among the public is slowing down deposit growth and hurting banks. HCL Tech buys Geometric for Rs 1,283 crore Billionaire Shiv Nadar-controlled HCL Technologies will acquire Mumbai-based engineering services company Geometric for Rs 1,283 crore ($188 million) in a share-swap deal. CNG, piped cooking gas become cheaper in Delhi CNG price in the national capital was on Friday cut by Rs 0.60 per kg and piped cooking gas by Rs 0.65 per standard cubic meters following a 20 per cent slashing in natural gas rates. The new prices will become effective from Friday midnight More Business News»

		Environment
		Asia may face severe water crisis by 2050 Countries in Asia, including India, may face severe water shortage by 2050 due to rising economic activity, growing populations and climate change, MIT scientists have warned. There is a “high risk of severe water stress” in much of an area that is home to roughly half the world’s population, scientists said. Dancing tadpoles found in Western Ghats World's first 'White Tiger Safari' in MP from April 3 More Environment News»

		World
		Trump lacks understanding about foreign policy: Obama US President Barack Obama has said Donald Trump's suggestion that Japan and South Korea should consider obtaining nuclear weapons demonstrates that he lacks understanding about foreign policy and the world at large. Turkey forcibly returning Syrians to war zone: Amnesty The EU-Turkey deal, which aims to stem the flow of illegal migrants and goes into effect on April 4, threatens the rights of asylum seekers, and advocacy groups question whether Turkey is a safe country for them. South Africa's Zuma admits actions 'inconsistent' with constitution South African President Jacob Zuma defended himself on Friday after a damning court judgment over public funds used to upgrade his private residence, but admitted his conduct was "inconsistent" with the constitution. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Aamir Khan, Yami Gautam take No.1 position in Times Celebex Aamir Khan and Yami Gautam take the top positions in Times Celebex powered by zoom for the month of February 2016 Kangana won't give up legal fight with Hrithik Roshan Last Friday, Hrithik Roshan filed an FIR with the Cyber Crime Cell against an unknown impostor for using a fake email id, who allegedly interacted with Kangana Ranaut and her sister Rangoli. SRK films that are epic love triangles Let's have a look at some triangular love stories of SRK. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		A futuristic suit that gives you a taste of old age What could it possibly be like to be old? The stooped shuffle, the halting speech, the dimming senses. Scientists reveal Zika virus structure Researchers from Purdue University in the US studied a strain of Zika virus isolated from a patient infected during the French Polynesia epidemic and determined the structure of the virus. It details vital differences on a key protein that may explain why Zika attacks nerve cells. One-two cup of coffee daily may cut colorectal cancer risk "We found that drinking black, decaf or even instant coffee is associated with lower risk of colorectal cancer and the more coffee consumed, the lower the risk," said lead researcher Stephen Gruber from University Of Southern California. More Science News»

		Sports
		World T20: Joe Root backs England to keep good vibes flowing England's in-form No 3 batsman has backed the team to keep producing the kind of energy they've managed since losing to West Indies in Mumbai. Shastri's contract ends, CAC to decide on new coach The BCCI secretary Anurag Thakur said that team director Ravi Shastri's contract has ended but it can be up for renewal if the high-profile Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) deems fit. Manager calls Afridi an 'absolutely clueless' captain Pakistan cricket team manager Intikhab Alam criticized Shahid Afridi following the side's early exit at the World Twenty20, saying the captain had no idea what he was doing. More Sports News»

		Technology
		8 tech moguls who made it big without a degree Though education is very important in today’s world, here are 8 tech heads who are doing exceptionally well without a degree. Build 2016: Windows 10 anniversary update, AI, UWP and bots Microsoft on Wednesday kicked off its annual Build developer conference in San Francisco with its first keynote spearheaded by CEO Satya Nadella. Apple turns 40 with India on its radar ​As the company celebrated its 40th birthday, the aim is increasingly getting clear -- to make further inroads into the Indian smartphone market with a huge base of 160 million plus users that is likely to surpass the US smartphone user base in a couple of years. More Technology News»

		Education
		Odisha govt wants Oriya Chair in BHU The government of Odisha intends to establish an Oriya Chair at Banaras Hindu University (BHU) for teaching and learning of Oriya language. Duty of institutions to instill in their students a love for motherland: President Pranab Mukherjee President Pranab Mukherjee said it is the duty of institutions to instill in students a love for their motherland, a sense of responsibility towards society and compassion. Time for DPUE to junk old system and follow other boards While its question papers are being leaked through WhatsApp, the Department of Pre-university Education (DPUE) is still following the age-old method of dispatching question papers on four-wheelers and safeguarding them at treasury offices in districts. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Ministers and babus face off across state 'Officials Yet To Acknowledge New Regime' Group to move HC for right to offer namaz in mosques The Bombay high court’s order on discrimination against women in places of worship has encouraged the Muslim Satyashodhak Mandal to approach the HC to protect women’s right to perform namaz in mosques and to enter kabristan (burial grounds) 'Shocked' friends, industry condole death of Pratyusha Mumbai, Apr 1 () Expressions of shock and condolences poured in from friends and near ones in the TV industry over the alleged suicide of TV actress Pratyusha Banerjee, who was found dead at her suburban residence today. "Sad sad sad. Nothing's worth ending your one beautiful gift called life for... More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		CBDT processes 6.53 lakh online tax returns' correction requests New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) India's tax department has processed over 6.53 lakh online rectification applications in the last fiscal and asked assessees to make use of the e-filing portal for correcting mistakes in tax returns, an official statement said on Friday. SC: No money for cop unfairly stung by video A Delhi policeman silently suffered for six months as a video clip of him collapsing in a Metro coach went viral on social media with the insinuation that he was drunk when he was actually dizzy from a blockage in his brain, but the Supreme Court on Friday said he was not entitled to compensation. Oberoi closure opens door for others The small set of uber-luxury hotels in the Lutyens' zone and the rest of central Delhi is celebrating as the Oberoi shut down for repairs for two years from Friday. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		PU department director shifted out over chemistry paper leak Rame Gowda will continue to hold his present posting of transport commissioner as concurrent charge. Akurathi has been posted as deputy secretary , department of personnel and administrative reforms. SSLC students get false alarm on science test SSLC students panicked on Friday after rumours spread that the question paper for the science exam scheduled for the day had been leaked.Copies of what was touted to be the question paper were circulated on WhatsApp. At Rs 24,000 per sqft, Cunningham Road gets new brand value The revised guidance value between Mehkri Circle and Hebbal flyover on Ballari Road has increased from Rs 10,000 per sqft to Rs 15,000 per sqft. Similarly, the stretch between Bagalur Cross and Sadarahalli Gate has increased from Rs 2,200 to Rs 3,500 per sqft. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		AP to sell IMFL in tetra pack to tackle illicit liquor trade Ironically, the AP government wants to increase liquor sales even as Bihar imposed partial prohibition with stringent punishment for violation. Notorious for negligence, IVRCL faced CBI case Scores of lenders, companies and individuals have approached the Hyderabad High Court in the past seeking liquidation of the company assets and auction. They are at various stages of hearing now. Firm let off easy despite two on-site deaths in 2009 IVRCL, in the eye of a storm and potentially facing crippling action following the collapse of the Kolkata flyover, has been conducting its business from a residential locality in violation of the city's building rules. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		8 'corrupt, inefficient' Tamil Nadu judges in the dock The Madras high court has declared all-out war on corrupt and inefficient judges among the subordinate judiciary. Madras HC declares war on corrupt, inefficient judges The Madras high court has declared all-out war on corrupt and inefficient judges among the subordinate judiciary.At least eight judges face the music for charges ranging from inefficiency to corruption. Excise duty on jewellery industry may hurt BJP in Tamil Nadu More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		'Award wapsi' aimed to amplify voices: Pablo Bartholomew Padma Shri Awardee Photographer Pablo Bartholomew Says No Difference Between Now And Emergency Cricket betting den raided, five arrested City police raided a cricket betting den at timber merchant's office at Narol on Thursday night. Hardik's aides fined for false habeas corpus petition Gujarat high court on Friday dismissed the habeas corpus petition filed by two associates of Patidar quota stir leader Hardik Patel after his mysterious disappearance for one day from Sabarkantha's Tenpur village on September 22 last year. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		No quorum: Corporators protest as House adjourned The sadan meeting of Allahabad Municipal Corporation which was called for discussing house tax was postponed following lack of quorum. Traffic cops act tough on autos playing loud music Tightening its noose around violators, traffic police on Friday fined over 2 dozen tempos and autos for playing music in high decibels.Cops also removed music systems from many tempos. Techies told to be innovative at MNNIT's cultural fest Motilal Nehru National Information of Technology director P Chakarbarti urged students to be innovative. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		80th anniversary of Odisha formation day celebrated Bhubaneswar, Apr 1 () Utkal Divas, marking the formation of Odisha, was celebrated across the state as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik greeted people on the occasion. Use of Odia demand dominates 80th Odisha Day celebration Use of Odia as the medium of communication in governance, business and other spheres dominated the public discourse as Odisha celebrated its 80th birthday on Friday. Lightning claims five in Mayurbhanj More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Bike hits calf near Raj Bhawan, 20-yr-old dead A 20-year-old college student died after a bike he was riding pillion, collided with a calf near governor house on Friday afternoon.The calf died on the spot after the accident. Promising job in railway, couple dupes three of 28 lakh A couple duped three persons of Rs 28 lakh in guise of getting them job in Indian railways.They also promised to give appointment letters with proper seal to victims. Kashmiri students in Bhopal University seek security Say they are feeling threatened from some 'outsiders' More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Bangladesh woman cheat lands in police net Special challan drive in Chandigarh till April 18 Hope floats for HMT unit in Pinjore MD Says No Closure Decision TakenSaurabh.Prashar@timesgroup. More Chandigarh News»

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Bye-bye FY16! 10 wealth-creating ideas from leading experts for FY17 FY17 looks promising, as investors pin hope on double-digit earnings growth, economic recovery, more liquidity in global markets and lower interest rates. Yehi hai right choice, baby! 12 newbies delivered up to 90% when all else shrank Data showed out of 23 debutants listed during April, 2015-March 2016 period, 12 have climbed between 8 per cent and 91 per cent over their issue prices. Can investors bank on SBI stock after 20% rally post Q3 results? Shares of SBI rallied 20% after its Dec quarter results, but experts think the rally might not be sustainable, even though the stock is one of the top bets. Bulls give in to the bears on Dalal Street; five stocks to bet on through this phase The global risk-on rally that lifted the domestic market to over two-month high is losing momentum and experts feel earnings would be the next big trigger.

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Why NPS is not a good investment With tax saving driving investment decisions, people are drawn to the additional Rs 50,000 deduction under Sec 80CCD(1b). Here is why not to invest in NPS. Mutual funds: Why stability is better than high returns Moderate but stable returns are better than high but volatile returns. Tired of US Fed's mood swings? Here's how to make your portfolio immune The uncertainty around the US Fed's future rate hike plan is likely to remain throughout the year and investors should look at safeguarding their portfolios. D-Street braces for IPL9; media, entertainment stocks on radar The ninth version of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will commence on April 9 and last 48 days. A total of 60 matches will be played among eight teams.

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Real Estate News

Bengaluru to remain top corporate realty market in coming years Bengaluru's office space stock has grown at 13 per cent on average in last 15 years helping it become the country's top corporate realty market, says property consultant CBRE.

$1 trillion to enter global real estate markets in 2016 The majority of investors (82%) indicate that their buying activity will increase or remain the same compared to 2015.

Realty investors become active monitors Several private equity funds and non banking finance companies have stepped up active monitoring of their investments in real estate.

Planning permission should be exhibited visibly in buildings: Madras HC The Madras High Court has directed the civic authorities to ensure that the planning permission is visibly exbihited in all buildings.

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