News Digest: Opposition to join forces again, this time in South

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		Wednesday, September 20, 2017
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		India
		Opposition to join forces again, this time in South The opposition caravan is set to move south, with opposition parties likely to hold their next joint rally in Tamil Nadu. It is learnt that DMK will be the future host of the anti-BJP camp, with a large political rally to be organised to convey the message of unity in the southern region. Government appoints 25 more judges to Allahabad, Calcutta HCs The government on Tuesday notified the appointment of 25 additional judges for the high courts of Allahabad and Calcutta, 19 for Allahabad and six for Kolkata. Jr advocate complains as seniors breach SC queue More India News»

		Business
		Sensex, Nifty trade rangebound; finish flat The 30-share BSE Sensex lost 21.39 points to finish on 32,402.37 while the broader 50-share NSE Nifty fell a more marginal 5.55 points to close on 10,147.55. The Nifty had opened on a fresh all time high of 10,175.60 and Sensex with a gain of 100 points but both the indices soon erased the gains EU Chamber warns China: Open economy faster or risk backlash The EU Chamber of Commerce said in a report that Beijing is backtracking in some areas, including by imposing new restrictions on food imports, express delivery and legal services. It proposed hundreds of possible changes to open the state-dominated economy. Mistrys warn listed Tata companies on Tata Sons' move to go private Cyrus Investments, owned by the Mistry family which is a minority shareholder in Tata Sons, has warned Tata companies holding Tata Sons shares against the latter’s move to turn itself into a private limited company as it will impose stake-sale restrictions. More Business News»

		Environment
		Ensure religious places follow noise pollution norms: NGT A bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Swatanter Kumar asked the DPCC to take appropriate action against the places of worship in case any violation was found by the authorities. During the hearing, the counsel for various religious places assured the tribunal that they would abide by the NGT direction and ensure that there is no violation. Biggest, smallest animals at high extinction risk: Study No change in US position on climate change: White House The White House on Sunday insisted that the US will withdraw from the Paris climate accord unless it can re-enter on more favourable terms, denying reports that Washington was softening its stance on the landmark agreement. More Environment News»

		World
		Suu Kyi says 'verified' refugees will be allowed to return Amid allegations of “ethnic cleansing” in Myanmar in the wake of the mass exodus of Rohingya Muslims, state counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi has said that her government “does not fear international scrutiny” and is making every effort to restore peace and normalcy. US will forfeit trust if exits nuclear deal: Rouhani Iranian President Hassan Rouhani warned that the United States would forfeit the trust of the international community if it abandons a nuclear accord with Tehran. World is afraid of nuclear war with North Korea: UN chief Addressing the high-level debate at the General Assembly, Guterres said millions of people are living in dread as a result of North Korea's provocative nuclear and missile tests. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Rishi Kapoor-Neetu in a loved-up pic from 1989 Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Singh make up for one of the most romantic couples of Bollywood. The two got married in 1980 and are parents to the ruling Bollywood heartthrob Ranbir Kapoor and daughter Riddhima Kapoor Sahani. Sonam Kapoor rocks the casual look like a boss This latest picture from the actress proves that she can rock the casual look too. Kangana learns horse-riding for 'Manikarnika' Actress Kangana Ranaut who has been making headlines due to her recent revelations on an interview about her personal life was spotted at the Mahalaxmi Race Course in Mumbai today. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		New type of washable solar cell developed Smokers with HIV far more likely to die of lung cancer "Having HIV and using tobacco may together accelerate the development of lung cancer," warned the report in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Internal Medicine. Thirdhand smoke can damage liver, brain tissues: Study Exposure to thirdhand-smoke can significantly harm your liver and brain tissues within a month - with the effect worsening over time, scientists have warned. More Science News»

		Sports
		MS Dhoni can play 2023 World Cup too: Michael Clarke Former Australia captain Michael Clarke is not ruling out the possibility of wicketkeeper-batsman Mahendra Singh Dhoni being part of India's 2023 World Cup plans. Players choose Amarjit to lead India in FIFA U-17 World Cup Midfielder Amarjit Singh has been unanimously elected as the captain of Indian team for the upcoming FIFA Under-17 World Cup to be held across the country. Hardik Pandya 'ideal' all-rounder after Kapil Dev: Lalchand Rajput Former India cricket manager Lalchand Rajput feels Hardik Pandya is the "ideal all-rounder" that the national team has been aspiring since the departure of legendary Kapil Dev. More Sports News»

		Technology
		Samsung Galaxy On Nxt smartphone starts receiving Android Nougat update in India South Korean consumer electronics giant Samsung has started rolling out Android 7.0 Nougat update for its Galaxy On Nxt smartphone in India. Intex launches Aqua Cloud C1 and Aqua S1 smartphones in India, price starts at Rs 3,499 Domestic smartphone maker Intex has added two new smartphones to its Aqua series. Gionee X1s smartphone with 16MP front camera launched at Rs 12,999 Chinese smartphone maker Gionee has expanded its product portfolio with the launch of its latest budget smartphone. The company has launched X1s, the successor to X1 smartphone, which was unveiled in August this year. More Technology News»

		Education
		Transparency concerns pit Karnataka universities against government The last week statements made by vice-chancellor for Hampi university Mallika Ghanti of a suitcase culture in government as opposed to the state government efforts to bring transparency in the affairs of aided universities with new regulations, has pitted the varsities against state. Higher education set for overhaul on lines proposed by high-powered panel Higher education sector is set for a makeover as the Modi government plans to implement a slew of measures such as qualifying exam for PhDs to be of the standard of NET exam, mandatory use of credible anti-plagiarism software for evaluating PhDs, assessment and accreditation of higher education institutions by third party agencies and granting full autonomy-- academic, financial and administrative -- to top-ranked institutions. Committee of secretaries from different ministries to monitor implementation of safety measures in schools More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Mumbai University finally declares all 477 results 14-year-old bullied in new school tries to hang himself, brother saves him Mumbai rains: Andheri gets 208mm, Colaba with 170 crosses August 29 level More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Noida moves NCLT to recover Rs 650 crore from Amrapali Silicon City Fund crunch hits AIIMS projects The government has started six new AIIMS in the past five years and sanctioned over a dozen others in various parts of the country. However, the expansion of the main AIIMS in Delhi, considered a model for super-specialty healthcare in the country, is in jeopardy. Stalker forces 24-year-old to flee Mumbai, tracks her down to Delhi More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		'We don't want yajamanas in Congress' Dasara fervour: When Kannada, Telugu homes are dolled up with thematic displays Namma Metro: He got back to work, thanks to wheelchair More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Telangana's share of tax falls by Rs 4 crore post GST Day 2: 27 lakh women lap up Bathukamma sarees; Congress blamed for burning protest 120-yr-old Fox Sagar now dump for toxic chemicals More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Exodus to Oman likely: Bank guarantee waived for women going via authorised agencies MLA loyal to Dhinakaran gets anticipatory bail Why a giant aircraft will fly past and not land in city any time soon More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		2 more H1N1 deaths, toll touches 420 'More trips key to bullet train success' 'Ahmedabad-Mumbai second highest passenger density corridor in world' HC tells city police to decide on FIR against IPS officer More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		AU announces date for student poll Bandit Babuli Kol avoiding cell phone use to stay off police radar In a bid to avoid getting trapped in police net, dreaded bandit Babuli Kol has been making minimum use of phone so that cops are not able to trace his location via mobile surveillance. Allahabad high court tells Centre, UP government to file plan on tackling encephalitis More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		NGT 'protects' Puri sweet water zones IOCL pays Rs 2935 cr to Odisha govt towards VAT payment The Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) on Tuesday paid Rs 2935 crore to the state government towards VAT payment of its Paradip Refinery. Rains affect puja preparations in Cuttack More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		CBSE affiliation row: Warrants issued against ex-officials of Campion Bairagarh Consumer forum asks Bhopal builder to refund booking amount Cops crack Koh-e-Fiza minor's rape & murder with arrest of father More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Sec 21 residents breathe easy after regular removal of garbage Pkl potholes' shot at fame: Find the biggest At least 6 feared dead as major blast at cracker warehouse rattles Sullar Gharat More Chandigarh News»

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