News Digest: Tech in place to source data from desi GPS

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Monday, July 11, 2016
		Today's Headlines

		India
		Tech in place to source data from desi GPS The launch of seven satellites under the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS) by the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) saw the dream of an Indian Global Positioning System coming true. Bangladesh bans Zakir Naik's Peace TV Reacting to reports that Islamic televangelist Zakir Naik may have inspired some of the Dhaka attackers, the Bangladesh government on Sunday banned telecast of his channel, Peace TV, in the country. Kashmir violence: Mob drowns cop in Jhelum, toll now 23 The toll from the last two days of violence in the Valley climbed to 23 with six killings, including that of a policeman, on Sunday , and six people, including a teenage girl, dying of injuries sustained in clashes on Saturday. More India News»

		Business
		Shareholder activists blast Diageo for Mallya flip-flop Buy unsold AI metro seats at Rajdhani AC II fares Mallya refutes fund diversion charges More Business News»

		Environment
		Kendrapara sheep gets rare status A threatened breed of sheep found only in coastal Jagatsinghpur and Kendrapara districts of Odisha has been conferred 'rare and singular species' tag by the central government. The National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources (NBAGR) has accorded genetic recognition to the breed of sheep, locally called 'kuji mendha', officials said. This tidal turbine could do wonders for energy sector Environment Min moots 'Sun, cycle, saving' mantra Environment Minister Anil Madhav Dave on Friday termed cycling as the "best mode" of transport for short distances and urged the people to adopt it, especially for the health benefits. More Environment News»

		World
		UN asks neighboring countries for help on S Sudan The United Nations Security Council pressed South Sudan's neighbors Sunday to help end renewed fighting in the capital, asking for additional peacekeepers. Nepal gets its first woman chief justice The appointment of Sushila Karki as Nepal's first woman chief justice was on Sunday unanimously endorsed by a parliamentary panel, setting the stage for her to take charge at the Supreme Court to lead the judiciary. Arrests in US protests as racial tensions heat up Police arrested scores of people in demonstrations in several US cities, as racial tensions simmer over the killing of black men by police. Protesters led by the "Black Lives Matter" movement are demanding justice for 2 African-American men — Alton Sterling and Philando Castile — shot dead by cops. More World News»

		Entertainment
		'Was clueless when boys cracked adult jokes' Actors we want to see together in films 'Sultan' has crossed the Rs 200 crore-mark? More Entertainment News»

		Science
		US accepts dissolving heart stents as valuable medical device “US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) has officially accepted the dissolving heart stents in its list of valuable medical devices that can safely be used to save lives from heart disease," said Dr. BB Chanana, HOD-Cardiology at Maharaja Agrasen Hospital, New Delhi on Sunday. Scientists break microwave detection record Researchers have created the world's smallest and most sensitive microwave detector, beating the previous record by fourteen fold, an advance which may help in making ultra-sensitive cameras and accessories for emerging quantum computers. Your parents may be to blame for job problems: Study Parents, take note! If your kids have problems at work, you may be responsible to some extent for the trouble, according to a new study which found a link between parenting styles and workplace behaviour. More Science News»

		Sports
		Portugal win Euro 2016 thanks to Eder's extra-time goal Eder collected the ball in midfield, held off his marker and fired a low 25-metre shot past Hugo Lloris with 11 minutes of extra time left to stun the Stade de France after the home team had dominated the match. In pictures: Portugal stun France Substitute Eder's thunderous finish deep into extra time secured Portugal's first European Championship title after they overcame the early loss of Cristiano Ronaldo to snatch a 1-0 smash-and-grab victory over hosts France on Sunday. Portugal: Big win, bigger celebrations Portugal, against all odds, defeated favorites France in the final of Euro 2016 to lift their maiden majore international trophy. More Sports News»

		Technology
		6 WhatsApp alternatives you should try WhatsApp is the world's most-used messaging app, boasting of over a billion users. 5 not-to-miss gadgets for your home office The truth of the matter is that most of us dream of this perk ­- working from home. Freedom 251 smartphone's shipping starts, how far can the company go The few thousand Freedom 251 smartphones that will be delivered over the next few days will be at a huge loss. The bubble may only get bigger from there. More Technology News»

		Education
		Improving night schools, zilla prishad schools top priority, Prakash Javadekar says The priority of the government will be improving the condition of zilla prishad schools and nights schools, Union minister for human resource development Prakash Javadekar said. He said that since he himself has studied in a zilla parishad school, he understands their problems and challenges. DPS Ranchi ties up with US consulate in Kolkata The Delhi Public School (DPS) Ranchi on Friday tied up with the US consulate in Kolkata for development programmes in the coming months. Opeca protests hike in engg seats of state colleges The Odisha Private Engineering College Association (Opeca) on Friday alleged that the state government has been raising engineering seats in government colleges without the prior approval of the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Boards spiking marks to help IIT aspirants? The average score of a student from the Maharashtra State Board of Education who appeared for JEE (Main) went up by over 5 ppercentage points from 2014 to 2015. In West Bengal, it went up from 65% in 2013 and 2014 to 73% in 2015. 15 awarded at TimesPro's 1st convocation About 250 students from across India received their certificates while 15 of them were awarded gold medals for academic and professional excellence at TimesPro’s first student annual convocation held here on Saturday. Pankaja tweets a jibe over lost portfolio A day after Pankaja Munde was divested of the water conservation and employment guarantee scheme portfolios, a seemingly bitter tweet by her drew an instant response from Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and criticism from the opposition over the "public discussion on a private matter. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Paranormal society founder dies mysteriously in Dwarka home Widow asks doctors for dead hubby's sperm to have baby AIIMS received an unusual request recently from the widow of a young man who had died suddenly while being brought to the hospital. Manipur woman alleges racism at IGI immigration counter A woman from Manipur has alleged that she was subjected to racist comments at the immigration check at IGI Airport on Saturday night. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		18km priority lane for buses still in planning stage It's been five months since the BMTC planned to start a bus priority lane on Old Airport Road leading to Whitefield.Yet, nothing has changed on ground. Teens fret about thinning hair, make a beeline for trichologists Karan Acharya, 16, wakes up 15 minutes early every day to figure out different hairstyles that'll cover the thinning patches on his scalp. A month on, Lakshay still lies lifeless It's been exactly a month and a few hours since five-year-old Lakshay slipped into coma during a plastic surgery after he hurt his hand in school. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		'Best time to be entrepreneurs' SCB to plant 50k saplings As part of the 'Haritha Haram' programme, the Secunderabad Cantonment Board (SCB) will plant 50,000 saplings in the cantonment area on July 11.The SCB will launch the programme at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Picket, at 8.30 am. Heavy rainfall warning for next two days After a lull, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded a heavy rainfall warning for the entire state of Telangana over the next two days. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		'Tirupur IS man may have planned to go to Syria' Mohammed Masiruddin alias Mosa, the 27-year-old IS suspect from Tirupur who was arrested in West Bengal, may have planned to leave for Syria or some other IS ruled region, suspect security agencies. Judges assn challenges HC's seniority policy Kudankulam 2 goes critical, to generate power in 1 month Unit 2 of Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KNPP) attained criticality (start of nuclear fission process) at around 9pm on Sunday.This is the second nuclear reactor in the country with 1,000MW to attain criticality. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Teen thieves strike marriage venue A woman from Rajkot has filed a complaint with Anandnagar police accusing a gang of teenagers of stealing gold ornaments, cash and mobile phones worth Rs 2.32 lakh from a banquet hall on the Anandnagar road. Oza joins AAP, but won't contest polls Former BJP MLA Says State Has To Be Freed From Corruption Cops to learn to 'steal' vehicles Although hacking is an offence by the rule book, cops often turn to "ethical hacking" in emergencies. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Banner asks Priyanka to take plunge in active politics Barely a day after senior UP Congress leaders confirmed that both Rahul Gandhi (Congress vice-president) and her sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra would soon kick off party’s poll campaign in Uttar Pradesh, a controversial banner comparing Priyanka with Goddess Durga has cropped at Allahabad’s Subhash Crossing on Sunday. Need a park for wedding? Save your date with writing on the wall Staking claim is on first-come-first-serve basis, and parties also leave their mobile number and other details so that anyone may contact them in case some discussion is in order. The park has a rich history of being the oldest Barwari (venue for Durga Puja) of the city, over 122-year-old. Although the park belongs to Allahabad Municipal Corporation, locals complain negligence in maintenance of the park which is also used by them to park their two and four-wheelers. Sangam ghats to get a revamp Sangam city would undertake renovation of its existing ten ghats and construction of crematoriums at six places as part of Namami Gange project. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		NRI held for climbing Lord Balabhadra's chariot An Atlanta-based non-resident Indian (NRI) was on Sunday arrested in Puri for allegedly climbing one of the three chariots, involving Rath Yatra of Jagannath Temple, in the guise of a priest three days ago. Question mark over intelligence Minister says 'not aware of killings' More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Deluge in MP, but Gwalior prays for rain While several parts of the state are ravaged by floods, Chambal region continues to wait for a good spell of shower and people in Gwalior are seeking divine intervention for the same. Death toll due to heavy rain in MP rises to 15, CM Shivraj Singh reviews situation With heavy rains lashing Madhya Pradesh, the death toll due to flood-related mishaps has gone up to 15 in the state, Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said today. Torrential rains leave state marooned, roads cut off 294mm In 24 Hours In Hoshangabad | Many Families Evacuated More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		85 years later, Ther Mound archaeology site to be denotified Thousands of residents of Ther Mound in Sirsa district can now heave a sigh of relief as they no longer face the threat of being displaced, their dwellings pulled down, and their source of livelihood snatched. For protecting local cow breeds, state takes to bull sterilization The Haryana government has managed to sterilize around 22,000 bulls as part of its statewide campaign launched in June to check the number of stray cattle on state roads and ensure purer local breeds. Act against BJP MLA who threatened our worker: AAP leader More Chandigarh News»

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News Digest: PM Narendra Modi arrives in Tanzania

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Sunday, July 10, 2016
		Today's Headlines

		India
		PM Narendra Modi arrives in Tanzania Prime Minister Narendra Modi today arrived in Tanzania as part of his four-nation Africa tour aimed at enhancing ties with the continent, particularly in the economic sphere. 11 killed, 200 hurt as Valley erupts over Wani's death Thousands of men angrily punched the air with their fists, women sobbed hiding their faces with headscarves and boys took pictures and videos with their smartphones as Hizbul Mujahideen’s new-age icon Burhan Wani was buried in Kashmir Valley’s biggest funeral procession — some 30,000 reportedly turned up — in 26 years of insurgency. Pro-Naik petitions drown out flak by online detractors A clutch of petitions on controversial preacher Zakir Naik has surfaced on the website change.org in the last few days.Signatures of those backing him far outnumber the ones advocating action against him. More India News»

		Business
		ThyssenKrupp defends merger talks with Tata Steel German conglomerate ThyssenKrupp has defended its merger talks with Indian rival Tata Steel saying the consolidation of the sector was necessary due to "difficult economic situation". Tata confirmed that it was in talks with its German competitor and others to create a large European steelmaker. Obama says Brexit must not harm world economy Russia sell its stake in diamond producing company More Business News»

		Environment
		This tidal turbine could do wonders for energy sector Environment Min moots 'Sun, cycle, saving' mantra Environment Minister Anil Madhav Dave on Friday termed cycling as the "best mode" of transport for short distances and urged the people to adopt it, especially for the health benefits. Air pollution hampers bees' ability to forage Air pollutants interact with and break down plant-emitted scent molecules, which insect pollinators such as bees use to locate needed food, says a new study. More Environment News»

		World
		Dallas maverick was a loner with sexual assault history President Obama, his legacy as United States’ first mixed-race President in danger of being undermined by racial strife, is curtailing his Europe visit to rush home after the carnage in Dallas in which a young black man slaughtered five cops in retaliation for police excesses on African-Americans. N Korea missile appears to have failed: S Korea NATO to hold next summit at new Brussels HQ in 2017 NATO leaders will hold their next summit in Brussels in 2017 at the alliance's new headquarters, secretary general Jens Stoltenberg said on Saturday. "We look forward to meet again in 2017 at our new headquarters in Brussels," Stoltenberg said in Warsaw, where leaders had gathered to endorse the alliance's biggest military upgrade since the Cold War. More World News»

		Entertainment
		'A peaceful night's sleep means true success' How can giving a few lines to my colleagues or taking a few of theirs make or break my career? Pic: Saif-Rani's daughter from 'Ta Ra Rum...' now Remember the sweet and cute ‘Princess’ from ‘Ta Ra Rum Pum’ who played Rani Mukerji and Saif Ali Khan’s daughter? Ranbir and Alia unite in London for 'Dragon' Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor and Ayan Mukherji recently got together to discuss their much-awaited superhero film temporarily titled ‘Dragon,' in London. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Why some galaxies stop creating stars Scientists may finally have an explanation for why some galaxies stop creating stars after a team of astrophysicists painstakingly analysed around 70,000 galaxies to understand the forces influencing star formation activity in them. 'Made in India' power converters for experiments on origin of universe in Germany To engage in experiments on the origins of the universe at the Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research (FAIR), Germany, India will contribute Rs 270 crore (36 million Euros) in the form of high technology equipment. Dark streaks on Mars may indicate flowing water: Study ​Recurring slope linae, dark streaks that change seasonally, on Martian slopes indicate presence of flowing water, according to a new study of thousands of such features in the red planet's largest canyon system. More Science News»

		Sports
		Serena wins 7th Wimbledon, record-equalling 22nd major title World number one Serena Williams powered to her seventh Wimbledon crown as the world number one finally claimed a record-equalling 22nd major title with a 7-5, 6-3 victory over Angelique Kerber in Saturday's final. Lewis Hamilton takes pole for British Grand Prix Lewis Hamilton left it late to grab pole position for his home British Grand Prix on Sunday, ahead of Mercedes team-mate and fierce championship rival Nico Rosberg. Mohammad Amir should have been banned for life: Swann Graeme Swann has hit out at Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir, saying that the latter who was earlier involved in a spot-fixing scandal should have been banned from the sport to protect the integrity of the game and help inspire youngsters. More Sports News»

		Technology
		7 popular Android apps you should avoid installing These days, there literally is an app for everything. 19 waterproof gadgets to use this rainy season  Here are some of the gadgets that can be used without you having to worry about them getting drenched in water, accidentally or otherwise. Apple iPhone 8's rumoured specs include an OLED display According to reports, the iPhone 8 is expected to come along with an OLED (organic light-emitting diode) edgeless display. More Technology News»

		Education
		DPS Ranchi ties up with US consulate in Kolkata The Delhi Public School (DPS) Ranchi on Friday tied up with the US consulate in Kolkata for development programmes in the coming months. Opeca protests hike in engg seats of state colleges The Odisha Private Engineering College Association (Opeca) on Friday alleged that the state government has been raising engineering seats in government colleges without the prior approval of the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). MHRD embarks on search for new MANIT director Union ministry of human resource and development (MHRD) has kicked off the process to appoint new director of Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT). More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Mumbai physicists uncover link between Lord Shiva, Mona Lisa The golden ratio, the number that best describes the proportions of Leonardo da Vinci's Vitruvian Man and Mona Lisa, wasn't as unknown a concept in India centuries ago as has been thought. HC cites wife's underworld threats to man, grants divorce A woman used her political and alleged underworld connections to make the lives of her husband and in-laws miserable, thereby treating him cruelly, the Bombay high court ruled recently while ending a two-decade-old marriage. Pankaja and Tawde lose key portfolios in Maha rejig In the much-delayed allocation of portfolios, Fadnavis gave a jolt to high-profile cabinet members Vinod Tawde, Pankaja Munde and Prakash Mehta. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Man held trying to dispose of body A man was allegedly caught by southeast Delhi residents trying to dispose of the body of a 15-year-old girl edited An Ola cab robbed from its driver by a gang of bootleggers was finally tracked down on Saturday after over a fortnight and the felons arrested by Delhi Police Sheila strikes back, wants panel probed Former chief minister Sheila Dikshit wrote to lieutenant governor Najeeb Jung seeking a probe into the credentials of the fact-finding committee that had indicted her for financial impropriety in hiring water tankers in 2012 More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Residents up in arms over stadium plan for playground They help teachers, kids connect to Science in real world Wettest place in Karnataka has a faulty rain gauge The wettest place in Karnataka, Hulikal, has a faulty rain gauge. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		State doctors demand disbanding of TSMSIDC IT graduates aplenty, but where are the skilled ones? A steady 6% to 9% year-on-year increase in workforce notwithstanding, Hyderabad's IT sector is faced with a severe crunch - that of skilled resources. Eamcet-2 records over 90% attendance As many as 50,964 students appeared for the TS Eamcet II-2016 (medical entrance examination) held at 95 centres across the state on Saturday.The total attendance recorded was 90.76%. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Lost ear or nose? Get new ones 3D printed Since he lost his left ear lobe in an accident last month, 14-year-old Jayanth has been wearing a cap pulled down over his ear. It's social media to animal rescue When the video of a man hurling a puppy off a roof began circulating on social media on Monday , no one knew who the brutes were.Within hours, though, animal welfare activists knew the identity of the perpetrators and were able to guide the police to the scene of the crime. Physically challenged woman lives with sister's body for 5 days Unable to move or inform anyone of her tragedy, a 60-year-old physically challenged woman lived beside the decomposing body of her younger sister for five days before police came. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Light rain likely After hot and humid spell week, Amdavadis may see thundershowers cool the city on Sunday.According to meteorologists, the city will remain cloudy with light rainfall. Sisters attempt suicide over landlord's harassment; saved Two sisters, Manisha Shah, 52, and Khushbu Shah, 50, residents of Kalupur, tried to kill themselves by standing in the path of the Shatabdi Express on Saturday near Maninagar railway crossing. AMC dithering over civic work: MLA Over the last two weeks the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has been flooded with complaints of overflowing gutters and contaminated water supply in the East and Central Zones. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Sangam ghats to get a revamp Sangam city would undertake renovation of its existing ten ghats and construction of crematoriums at six places as part of Namami Gange project. UP Board: Online application process on for classes 10, 12 Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad has started inviting online applications from students for appearing in High School and Intermediate examinations for 2016-17. CBSE to help students with scientific bent of mind Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) would help students in getting admission in engineering courses, who would come out with innovative ideas which could help common man in getting their day-to-day work done in an efficient manner. The board, in collaboration with other government bodies would help such students in getting their ideas developed and patented. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Body of man unearthed from a house in Bhubaneswar Odisha govt to support private Goshalas in state Odisha for strict laws to curb dal prices Bhubaneswar, Jul 9 () With prices of pulses remaining high despite the revision of VAT on it by Odisha government, the state administration today asked district collectors to impose strict laws against unscrupulous traders. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Rivers across the state in full spate, spell danger Rain alert in Malwa region, Shivraj Singh Chouhan puts toll at 8 Rain fury hits rail, air traffic More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Third honour killing in two weeks in state After a few years of lull, Haryana is again witnessing a spurt in honour killings.The third such incident in the past two weeks was reported from the state late on Friday evening. Police grill AAP MLA for 8 hours, let him go AAP: Leaders of SAD, Cong disrespected Sikh holy book More Chandigarh News»

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