News Digest: UP government speeds up graft probe into Maya's Dalit memorials

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Friday, August 12, 2016
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		India
		UP government speeds up graft probe into Maya's Dalit memorials The SP government informed the Supreme Court on Thursday that the UP police had speeded up its probe into alleged corruption in construction of Dalit memorials and parks during the BSP regime in Lucknow and Noida. Defanging suicide-attempt law brings new hope to life Villages to raise army to secure women In a panchayat held in Baraut, the elders of various villages came together to announce the formation of an indigenous `force', Dehat Suraksha Bal, that will not only safeguard the honour of its women but also solve daily problems faced by the villagers. More India News»

		Business
		Govt set to scrap post of mediators in tax rows Tax ombudsmen may be a thing of the past. The government is reviewing the set up and may scrap the post as it has found few takers. Govt rings in transparency via e-store purchase for staff Government employees can now hitch a ride on an Uber cab, while going for an official meeting and the department will pick up the tab. And, they will not have to worry about surge pricing. Times Internet, HDFC Bank launch debit card In a first-of-its-kind offering, Times Internet, the digital arm of the Times Group, and HDFC Bank on Thursday launched a co-branded debit card. More Business News»

		Environment
		PETA moves NGT seeking nationwide ban on manja People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has moved National Green Tribunal and contended that 'manja', sharp string coated with glass, poses grave threat to humans and animals as every year a number of deaths are caused due to the deadly string. NGT slams Agra administration over encroachment The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has slammed the Agra administration and government agencies for submitting wrong details pertaining to encroachment in the flood plains of the Yamuna here. Background music may hamper shark conservation More Environment News»

		World
		Prachanda to send special envoys to India and China Pak okays bill to tighten grip on online content The National Assembly, the lower house of Pakistan's parliament, passed the controversial Pakistan Electronic Crimes Bill on Thursday. The bill's section 34 empowers the government to take down online content "in the interest of the glory of Islam" and in case it runs counter to "public order and morality". US won't reclassify marijuana, allows research More World News»

		Entertainment
		Trailer: M.S.Dhoni - The Untold Story The trailer of M.S.Dhoni biopic is finally out and is magnificent as expected. Fawad, Shraddha, Sooraj in 'Dhadkan 2'? Rumour mills have been buzzing for quite some time now about a sequel being made to the 2000 hit film, 'Dhadkan' starring Fawad Khan and Sooraj Pancholi and Shraddha Kapoor. Sachin: Jigar is a rebel, I am rational Sachin-Jigar catapulted into limelight with the freshness of 'Saibo' ('Shor In The City'). And though they have a signature style that spells folk fusion, the young musical duo has gone on to do unpredictable things with their music. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		If not now, then later... To ensure she can raise a healthy baby at the end of it all, Rao recently opted for 'oocyte freezing' (freezing of a woman's eggs) ­ a trend slowly yet steadily becoming popular with single, upwardly-mobile women in the city. Flooded canyons found on Saturn's moon Titan: Nasa Nasa's Cassini spacecraft has discovered steep-sided canyons, hundreds of meters deep, on Saturn's moon Titan that are flooded with liquid hydrocarbons.The finding represents the first direct evidence of the presence of liquid-filled channels and deep canyons on Titan. Mangalyaan still going strong, to have course correction: ISRO Nearly two years after it was launched, 'Mangalyaan' is still functioning well, and with a planned course correction next January to extend its battery life, it would keep going for many years, ISRO chairman A S Kiran Kumar said today. More Science News»

		Sports
		Rio live: India lose to USA 0-3 in women's hockey India's men's hockey team progressed to the quarter-finals of the Olympics for the first time since 1980 despite a 1-2 defeat to the world No 2, Netherlands. Sania-Bopanna in quarterfinals of mixed doubles Sania Mirza and Rohan Bopanna entered the quarterfinals of the mixed doubles event of tennis competition at the Rio Olympics with a straight-set win over Australian pair of Samantha Stosur and John Peers. Rio: Saina Nehwal wins, Thapa & archers exit Shuttler PV Sindhu has emerged the only winner for India's Olympic contingent on Thursday in Rio de Janeiro, marking the start of badminton at the Games with a facile win in the women's individual competition. More Sports News»

		Technology
		Samsung Galaxy Note 7 with iris scanner launched in India at Rs 59,900 Samsung has launched its flagship phablet Galaxy Note 7 in India priced at Rs 59,900. The handset will be available on Flipkart starting September 2. 15 smartphones available at big discounts Read on to know 15 smartphones available online at discounted prices How to permanently erase data from an Android device Smartphones have almost become everyone’s digital extensions. They are one gadget that people have with them almost the entire time. More Technology News»

		Education
		President nod for six new IITs in country; NIT in AP Six new Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) will be set up in places like Jammu and Tirupati as President Pranab Mukherjee gave his nod to a law in this regard. Number of Indian students going to UK, US varsities to go up by 50% The number of Indian students going overseas for under-graduate and post-graduate studies is expected to increase by 50 per cent over the next five years due to a manifold increase in their family incomes, a placement expert said on Thursday. DU law aspirants protest seat cut recommended by BCI More Education News»

		Mumbai
		No parole for rape convicts The Maharashtra government has decided to do away with granting parole to a rape convict. MD, partner of realty firm arrested for delay in handing over flats The Shivajinagar police in Ambernath have arrested the managing director of realty firm Lok Group, Darshan Lalit Gandhi (43), and his partner Natwarlal Banka (46) for allegedly failing to hand over possession of flats on time. Govt yet to submit report on Ambedkar Bhavan razing The state government is yet to submit its report on the role of state chief information commissioner Ratnakar Gaikwad in the demolition of Ambedkar Bhavan in Dadar to the governor. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Donation rate up, but long road ahead: Nadda HC rejects plea to cancel Kanhaiya bail Terming them “strangers“ to the proceedings against JNU student Kanhaiya Kumar, the Delhi high court on Thursday rejected petitions filed by two individuals seeking to cancel his interim bail. 402 vehicles, police van left bleeding man to die on street The callousness of Delhi’s citizens and its police is in clear evidence in the CCTV footage that captured the scene of a man being hit by a three-wheeler goods carrier and left bleeding on the road in Subhash Nagar in West Delhi. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		20 officers, building owners face FIRs for encroachments Clock in dustbin at Metro station causes alarm A suspicious object wrapped in a cloth caused a furore at Magadi Road Metro station on Thursday.The bomb squad found that it was just a clock, planted to cause trouble. BBMP raids star hotel; owner pays property tax due for three years M/s Gstaad Hotels, pay property tax due for three years.They began to confiscate the furniture but stopped the operation midway after the owner paid the tax. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Trial run of Metro held in Miyapur-SR Nagar stretch The Hyderabad Metro Rail officials conducted several rounds of trial run on the 12-km stretch between Miyapur and SR Nagar on Wednesday. Andhra told to file counter on ryot's Jaribu land plea The Hyderabad High Court on Thursday sought to know the stand of AP on the two batches of petitions filed by farmers in Guntur district challenging the decision of the CRDA authorities in categorising their land as dry land. Jamaat-e-Islami Hind slams Centre's education policy Addressing a gathering of media persons at Hotel Harsha in Nampally, JIHTO president Hamid Mohammed Khan criticised the government for giving "a lot of weight" to Sanskrit."They have made Sanskrit an optional subject. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		CCTV catches doc trying to pull plug off her dad in ICU CCTV caught doc trying to kill her dad in ICU Police chargesheeted a woman doctor for trying to kill her 82-year-old father -- a heart patient in ICU -- after she was caught on CCTV pulling the plug after getting his thumb impression on a set of papers. Lankan navy rescues TN fishermen The Sri Lankan Navy recently rescued four fishermen and their boat, when they were caught in the high seas during a fishing expedition. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		If not now, then later... To ensure she can raise a healthy baby at the end of it all, Rao recently opted for 'oocyte freezing' (freezing of a woman's eggs) ­ a trend slowly yet steadily becoming popular with single, upwardly-mobile women in the city. Two caught for car thefts from Naranpura A team of Ellisbridge police caught two persons in connection with theft of two cars from a garage in Naranpura on August 4. Whilie police have found one of the stolen car, they have got to know that one of the accused had kept the other car to his friend’s residence at Patan. Thieves decamp with 1100 LED bulbs, computer from UGVCL office An office of Uttar Gujarat Vij Corporation Limited (UGVCL) on Gota-Ognaj road reported theft of boxes containing 1,118 LED bulbs worth Rs 83,850 along with a computer worth Rs 30,000, from its premises between 6.30 pm on August 7 and 9 am on August 8. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		BJP demands dismissal of state govt Hundreds of workers of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday protested against the Bulandshahr rape incident and sought the dismissal of state government for failure on law and order front. This Rakhi, 'thread of love' with a designer tag The festival of thread, Rakshabandan, is round the corner and sisters and brothers are leaving no stone unturned to make the day special for each other. City on high alert, several low-lying areas flooded Rise in the water level of Ganga and Yamuna has inundated several low-lying areas of the city.Residents of Baghara, Badra Saunati, Ganganagar, Chatnag, Jhunsi have started moving to safer areas. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Samantray gets 3-year jail in DA case Retired IAS officer Himanshu Sekhar Samantray was on Thursday sentenced to three years of rigorous imprisonment by a vigilance court here for possessing assets disproportionate to his known source of income. Naveen's assembly replies reveal state knew C'garh river projects The state government has since maintained a stand that the projects were executed behind its back while the ruling BJD has launched a statewide agitation demanding an end to the construction work. Neighbour not frank about Mahanadi plan, says BJD More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		STF kicks off probe against Barkatullah University registrar Wife gets life term for murdering husband with help of paramour Day after school bus accident, checking drive begins Two major accidents involving a school bus and a van in Bhopal in less than a month’s time leaving more than 20 students injured has once again brought in focus crucial issue of kids’ safety. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		'Badal polarizing people for political gains' Govt: Teachers not updating their info on portal won't get salaries Kurukshetra cops go hi-tech to rein in traffic offenders The video evidence management system (VEMS) started by Kurukshetra police for traffic rule violators started functioning after a delay of four months on August 8. More Chandigarh News»

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News Digest: Bhagwant Mann video: Parliament panel seeks extension

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Thursday, August 11, 2016
		Today's Headlines

		India
		Bhagwant Mann video: Parliament panel seeks extension Sources said while the earlier plan was to submit the report by August 18 it may seek a fresh extension upto August 24. "The security personnel who were positioned at entry gate on the day when Mann shot the video were today summoned by the panel," a committee member said. Tamil Nadu fishermen's arrest: Jaya writes to PM In the latest incident, four fishermen in a mechanised fishing boat, who had set sail from Jegathapattinam fishing base in Pudukkottai district, had been arrested by the Lankan Navy on Monday, the Chief Minister said in her letter dated August 9, which was released today. National deworming for children across 27 states/UTs conducted The National Deworming Day, a flagship initiative of the Government of India’s Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, was conducted across 27 states and union territories on Wednesday. National Deworming Day is a nationwide, preschool (anganwadi) and school-based deworming program that aims to provide all children between the ages of 1–19 years with deworming treatment. More India News»

		Business
		Maruti beats M&M to bag UV top slot The sales of the recently-launched Vitara Brezza compact SUV has helped Maruti Suzuki to dislodge Mahindra & Mahindra as the top selling utility vehicle company in July. Now, Flipkart valued at $11.6bn after mark-up After several markdowns through the past six months, e-commerce major Flipkart's existing investor Valic Co has marked up the e-tailer's shares by 10%. Allegations of bias by COAI malicious, says Rel-Jio The battle between Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Jio (RJIL) and incumbent telecom players, represented by industry body Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), is intensifying. More Business News»

		Environment
		PETA moves NGT seeking nationwide ban on manja People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has moved National Green Tribunal and contended that 'manja', sharp string coated with glass, poses grave threat to humans and animals as every year a number of deaths are caused due to the deadly string. NGT slams Agra administration over encroachment The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has slammed the Agra administration and government agencies for submitting wrong details pertaining to encroachment in the flood plains of the Yamuna here. Background music may hamper shark conservation More Environment News»

		World
		Bomb threats reported on two planes bound for Brussels  Bomb threats were reported on two aeroplanes landing at Brussels airport in Zaventem, but one plane landed safely, Belgian state broadcaster VRT reported on Wednesday evening. Bomb attacks, cross-border fire kill six in Turkey Bomb blasts in two cities in southeast Turkey killed at least six civilians and wounded dozens on Wednesday, security sources said, blaming the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) for the coordinated attacks on police targets. Putin accuses Ukraine of 'terror' over alleged Crimea raids Russia's security agency announced it had thwarted "terrorist attacks" in Crimea by Ukrainian military intelligence and beaten back an armed assault, claims that have ratcheted up tensions first sparked by Moscow's 2014 annexation of the strategic Black Sea peninsula. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Akshay: Forgiveness is the most divine thing 'Rustom' is not just about the KM Nanavati case, but a combination of three stories, says Akshay Kumar, adding that it’s not a patriotic or romantic story, but a thriller. Akshay Kumar's 'Rustom' gets two censor cuts Two days before it's theatrical release, Akshay Kumar's starrer 'Rustom' is in news for its censorship issues. Watch: Pooja recreates Hrithik's 'Kaho Naa...' Hrithik Roshan’s contagious dance vibes have gotten the best of his ‘Mohenjo Daro’ co-star Pooja Hegde. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Mangalyaan still going strong, to have course correction: ISRO Nearly two years after it was launched, 'Mangalyaan' is still functioning well, and with a planned course correction next January to extend its battery life, it would keep going for many years, ISRO chairman A S Kiran Kumar said today. Ancient ice reveals vital clues about Earth's past climate The ice provides a wealth of historical information, from air temperature to greenhouse gases and evidence of cosmic events. The record reaches as far back as 800,000 years. Researchers say it's remarkably precise, even reflecting seasonal changes. Chemicals may be causing dip in dog fertlity In a startling and ominous finding, a study has found that sperm quality in dogs has steadily declined over the past 26 years and this could have been caused by environmental contaminants, including chemicals found in pet foods. More Science News»

		Sports
		Rio 2016: Deepika, Bombayla, Manoj in pre-quarters Boxer Manoj joined archers Deepika and Bombayla in the pre-quarters of their respective events on another day of exits for India contingent at the Rio Olympics. The women hockey team suffered its second loss in a row while shooters Jitu and Nanjappa, weightlifter Sivalingam and judoka Avtar disappointed. Rio live: Nijat wins 77 kg weightlifting gold After victories in archery, boxing and hockey, the rejuvenated Indian athletes would look to continue to strive for success on the fifth day of the mega event in Rio. 3rd Test: WI cautious in reply to India's 353 At stumps on day two in St Lucia, the home team was 107/1 after India were carried by centurions Ashwin and Saha. More Sports News»

		Technology
		Israeli telco Cellcom to invest more in TV services Cellcom, Israel's largest mobile phone operator, reported sharply higher quarterly profit that met estimates, saying the erosion in cellular revenue had moderated while it will continue to invest in its TV service. OnePlus flaunts its Dash Charge technology, days after OnePlus 3 launch Over a month after the launch of OnePlus 3, the company has posted a YouTube video showcasing Dash Charge technology against that of the Galaxy S7. Intex fitRist Pulzz smartband launched at Rs 1,799 fitRist Pulzz, as the company claims, features a 0.66-inch OLED display with 64x48 pixel resolution and is “loaded with new health & fitness features”. More Technology News»

		Education
		DU law aspirants protest seat cut recommended by BCI New clause inserted in draft statute of Jadavpur University Raj Bhavan in consultation with the state government has included a fresh clause dealing with “service and discipline” inserted in the draft statute which was sent to the chancellor’s office by Jadavpur University. This has once again raised ruffles among stakeholders — teachers, officers and non-teaching staff —who see it as yet another instance of vendetta politics.It is likely that the same clause will be introduced in the statute of other state run universities soon. 656 drop outs in IITs, 49 in IIMs in 2015-16: Govt More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Zakir Naik got Rs 60 crore in 3 years from abroad: Cops A total of Rs 60 crore was deposited in controversial televangelist Zakir Naik's bank account in the last three years from three different countries, a Mumbai police probe has found. Police say Zakir Naik got 60cr in 3 years from abroad A total of Rs 60 crore was deposited in controversial televangelist Zakir Naik’s bank account in the last three years from three different countries, a Mumbai police investigation has found. HC suspends jail term of '02 blasts convict, grants him bail Mumbai: In a jolt to the Mumbai crime branch, the Bombay high court on Wednesday suspended the 10-year jail term of Atif Mulla, convicted under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (Pota) for his alleged role in the series of blasts that rocked the city in 2002-03. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Swaraj Abhiyan picks liquor to expose AAP's `doublespeak' AAP: Scared PM using LG as mouthpiece Culture festival caused damage to environment: NGT panel More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Revenue papers fudged to show all was in order An official source gave TOI a shocking example: In Kasavanahalli, near Mahadevapura, the property owner furnished sketches that showed the construction was away from a storm water drain. Drinking water from sewage becomes reality Recycling is so yesterday.With the drinking water crisis becoming more acute, the world is looking at recovering used water. Hours before leaving for US, youth falls to death Naveen, elder son of Venu Naidu, a civil contractor, and Neelavathi who live on the ground floor of SV Apartment, had gone to the terrace, saying there was a network problem. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Nigerian held for duping woman of Rs 2.5 lakhs Hyderabad, Aug 10 () A Nigerian national was arrested for allegedly cheating a woman to the tune of Rs 2.5 lakhs, police said today. One Omeleze Fred was apprehended in New Delhi on August 5 and brought here today, a release issued by Cyberabad police (East) said. SIT to probe gangster Nayeemuddin's killing Hyderabad, Aug 10 () An SIT was constituted today to probe the killing of notorious Maoist renegade-turned-gangster Mohammed Nayeemuddin and investigate "various criminal activities" conducted by him and his associates in Telangana. Preparations afoot for 'Krishna Pushkaram' commencing Friday Hyderabad, Aug 10 () Telangana government is making elaborate arrangements for the smooth conduct of Krishna Pushkaram festival beginning August 12 during which pilgrims would take dip in Krishna river. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		'Boost funding for SMEs, IT, power sectors' The road map for rapid industrialization on Madurai -Tuticorin industrial corridor can be considered an example of a talking point in Tamil Nadu government's policy announcement. Corpn to clear garbage while city sleeps Greater Chennai Corporation plans to clear more than half of the city's garbage at night so that residents wake up to cleaner surroundings. ED attaches Rs 25cr worth properties of city firm MD After arresting the managing director of First Leasing Company of India, Farouk Irani in June, the Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday attached property belonging to him. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Vaghani supercedes veterans; some upset Loyalist Of Modi And Shah Supersedes Seniors Dalit Asmita Yatra sends ripples across the globe Ambedkar Associations Abroad Rally Behind Movement In Gujarat Lawyers want say in judges' work allotment Deciding Roster Is CJ's Prerogative More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Flood fear: Ganga swells 3m in 4 days The water level of Ganga and Yamuna is rising at an alarming rate in Sangam with both of them having risen by three metres within four days. Sneak peek into life and times of unsung heroes Much is said and written about the role of Nehru-Gandhi in the freedom movement of Allahabad but less is known about the unsung heroes of that era, without whom the Independence movement would not have gained momentum. Villagers rebuild mud bund on Bakulahi river The people of 20-odd villages on the border of Allahabad and Pratapgarh districts are at it again. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Farmers oppose barrage over Ib river near Sundargarh boundary Farmers of Sundargarh and Jharsuguda have protested against the construction of another barrage on the Ib river, the lifeline of the districts, on the Chhattisgarh-Odisha border. State asks SAIL to set up med college in Sundargarh The state government on Wednesday approached the Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) to set up a medical college and hospital, a cement factory and a skill development centre in Sundargarh district. Rival parties unite over Mahanadi, want President intervention In a memorandum addressed to the President, the non-BJD parties urged him to direct the Chhattisgarh government to immediately stop construction on all ongoing projects over the Mahanadi till the issue is resolved. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Junior engineer beaten to death in Madhya Pradesh Bhopal, Aug 10 () A 25-year-old junior engineer of the Madhya Pradesh Central Power Distribution Company Limited (MPCPDCL) was today beaten to death at his office here allegedly by two persons over an inflated electricity bill, police said. MP Congress seeks PM intervention on oil price hike in state Bhopal, Aug 10 () Opposing Madhya Pradesh government's plan to impose an additional levy of Re 1 on petrol and 50 paisa on diesel, state Congress President Arun Yadav today urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene on the issue. App based cabs to be banned in MP Residents of Madhya Pradesh will not be able to book the cab through any applications now, after the order of State transport minister Bhupendra Singh, on Tuesday More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Cow smuggler killed in police encounter, 3 held 4 Policemen Also Injured In The Clash SGPC official jailed for keeping opium in car Ropar/ A Ropar court, on Wednesday, sentenced SGPC deputy director, school education and her husband to six months' imprisonment for keeping opium in their car seven years ago. Govt clears BJP minister's VAT cut proposal Anil Joshi sought slashing of VAT on essential commodities, Punjab cabinet on Wednesday ceded to his demand. More Chandigarh News»

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