News Digest: Experts from diverse fields lead economic and social discussions at two-day Berkeley India Conference

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Monday, October 09, 2017
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		India
		Experts from diverse fields lead economic and social discussions at two-day Berkeley India Conference Online gigs earn music gurus more than techies Govt asks NGOs getting foreign funds to register with Niti Aayog More India News»

		Business
		Saudi Aramco plugs into India growth story Demand to include motor fuel in GST grows stronger with petrol pump strike PM to meet honchos on firing up oil economy More Business News»

		Environment
		Forest ministry opens up 92,000 hectare of forests The decision was taken by the Forest Advisory Committee (FAC) of the ministry of environment, forest and climate change (MoEF & CC), raising serious concerns for the environment at a time when forested lands are being considered valuable carbon sinks. NGT to hold 2-day world conference on environment The conference will be held in association with the United Nations Environment Programme, the Asian Development Bank, the Ministry of Environment and Forests and the Ministry of Water Resources. Tropical bird likely blown off course by hurricane dies More Environment News»

		World
		White House releases immigration wish list The demands, which were sent to lawmakers Sunday, called for limiting family-based green cards to spouses and the minor children of US citizens and lawful permanent residents and creating a point-based system. British PM says ball is in EU's court as Brexit talks resume May will tell the European Union on Monday that "the ball is in their court" as her divided government resumes Brexit negotiations in Brussels. She will use a speech in the House of Commons to urge both sides to show "flexibility" in seeking a deal on Britain's withdrawal from the EU, her Downing Street office said. Nate downgraded to tropical storm as it lashes US Gulf Coast More World News»

		Entertainment
		Kangana Ranaut's lawyer counters Hrithik Roshan's claims A lot has been said and done over the past months in relation to the very public Kangana Ranaut and Hrithik Roshan dispute. The past weeks itself saw a lot of back and forth exchanges between both parties. Farhan Akhtar pens open letter on Hrithik-Kangana spat In an open letter on his social media account, Farhan tried to validate the whole scenario and put forth his views. 'Judwaa 2' crosses Rs 100 crore mark on Day 9 ‘Judwaa 2’, starring Varun Dhawan, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Taapsee Pannu has finally checked its self into the prestigious 100-crore club. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		TeamIndus aims to launch its much-awaited lunar flight in December This was stated by TeamIndus fleet commander Rahul Narayan during a media interaction on Thursday. He later confirmed to TOI that there were a lot of “enabling factors” which could make the December 28 launch possible. Mars study offers clues to origin of life on Earth Nasa scientists have discovered evidence for ancient sea-floor hydrothermal deposits on Mars which may offer clues about the origin of life on Earth. Researchers examined observations by Nasa's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) of massive deposits in a basin on southern Mars. How meat-eating is destroying Himalayas, Congo The growing popularity of a Western diet, which contains high levels of meat and dairy, means an area 1.5 times the size of the European Union would be saved if global consumption of animal products was reduced to just meeting nutritional requirements, according to the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). More Science News»

		Sports
		ICC's new playing condition rules leave players confused Australian opener Aaron Finch said it was strange that the rules were "mixed and matched" for the T20I series, while his Indian counterpart Shikhar Dhawan too admitted of being "unaware" of the changes. Axelsen, Tai Tzu, Sindhu, Marin star attraction at PBL auction World champion Viktor Axelsen of Denmark and numero uno Chinese Taipei shuttler Tai Tzu Ying will be up for grabs when the high-profile Players' Auction for the lucrative Premier Badminton League (PBL) gets underway on Monday. WWE Hell in a Cell Live results and updates We bring to you all the live updates and results from WWE SmackDown Live exclusive pay-per-view, Hell in a Cell More Sports News»

		Technology
		Treat and stop snoring with these 5 apps and websites Snoring is not only problematic for anyone who shares your bed, but it can also lead to deeper health problems. When issues are as grave as thickening the carotid artery or sleep apnea, it’s best to nip it in the bud. Plus, you avoid embarrassment in situations like an airplane. 10 keyboard shortcuts that you must know Google to use balloons to provide Puerto Rico cell service The US Federal Communications Commission said late on Friday it had approved Alphabet Inc's application to provide emergency cellular service to Puerto Rico through balloons. More Technology News»

		Education
		Psychology course 'not rooted in national ethos', UGC calls for revamp According to notification, an expert committee has drafted a new syllabi for the BA/BSc, MA/MSc and PhD of the psychology courses, taking into consideration the “developments in the field of psychology with special relevance to the Indian context.” The committee looked into several aspects like teaching and research in the subject to come up with a model syllabi. No more marks spiking to clear 2018 board exams: HRD Ministry The ministry of human resource development (MHRD) on Friday issued an advisory to state education boards and the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to stop the practice of spiking of marks in class X and class XII board exams from 2018. Students can seek answer sheets under RTI, says CIC There’s good news for students. The CIC in an order has ruled that educational institutions that are public authorities cannot refuse to provide exam answer sheets under the RTI Act. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Power jolt: CM in a fix over 2014 speech Rs 2 crore gold jewellery cleaned out in 1 hour Inspired by masters, kids from Bandra shanties display their art More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Arvind Kejriwal to Centre: Defer hike, hand over Metro to us Man stabs wife for not fasting, then kills self Missing Delhi boy rescued from Ludhiana More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Parties woo Bhovi, Vishwakarma communities ahead of polls Karnataka govt on a toilet-building spree, but in villages old habits die hard Citizens' project to preserve B'luru's stone inscriptions that tell tales of bygone era More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		When Hyderabadis walked for a world without breast cancer Venkatesh to star in the Telugu remake 'Hindi Medium'? Mascot Kavitha gives TRS a boost with crucial poll win More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Adyar desilting to stop airport flood 4 fake robbery to pocket chit fund money, arrested Preschools turn gadget savvy in bid to woo kids More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Newborn baby found abandoned on SG Road Two more mobile phones recovered from central jail Dariapur bombs: Woman, son sent to 2-day police remand More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Toilet as gift this Karva Chauth! Taking a cue from a Bollywood movie in which the protagonist supports his wife’s demand and battles for a toilet at home, as many as 12 men have gifted toilet to their wives in different blocks of the district on the occasion of Karva Chauth. 4 feared drowned after boat capsizes near Allahabad HC upholds death penalty for rapist Considering it a rarest of rare case, the Allahabad high court on Friday confirmed the death sentence awarded to a 35-year-old man who had raped and murdered a seven-year-old girl after kidnapping her. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Utkal University lifts sine die; classes to begin from Monday Utkal University, which was closed sine die after students’ unrest on September 18, will open on Monday. University authorities took this decision on Sunday after holding a meeting with twin city police commissioner Y B Khurania. Low pressure to cause heavy rain in Odisha in next 24 hours: IMD Hundreds participate in Daan Utsav in Odisha More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Chouhan doles out sops in 'Dil Se' All garbage, nothing worth 'yadgaar' in Shahjehani park Sand mafia blocks canal on Ken in Chattarpur dist More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Congress banks on Virbhadra to ensure poll win Badnore constitutes high level committee for ring road Get 24x7 attendants at GMCH-32 emergency More Chandigarh News»

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News Digest: Godse killed Gandhi, 'don't take that away from us': Hindu Mahasabha

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Sunday, October 08, 2017
		Today's Headlines

		India
		Godse killed Gandhi, 'don't take that away from us': Hindu Mahasabha NIA probe into 'love jihad' case not needed: Kerala govt to SC Mukul Roy likely to float party More India News»

		Business
		Don't want business class to get caught in red-tape: PM on GST Referring to newspaper headlines, the prime minister said he was happy that the changes made by the GST Council which met on Friday had been welcomed all over the country, as if Diwali had come early. Thousands protest across Australia against giant Adani coal mine ADANI-ENT-AUSTRALIA-PROTESTS:Corrected: Thousands protest across Australia against giant Adani coal mine The legacy of Arundhati Bhattacharya: How she kept SBI unscathed in the most testing of times Despite all odds, Bhattacharya leaves behind a rich legacy. Through a mix of tech, consolidation and team work, she made SBI a more nimble organisation. More Business News»

		Environment
		Tropical bird likely blown off course by hurricane dies Nepal, India to conduct first joint tiger count For the first time, Nepal and India will undertake a joint tiger census next month in their national parks, forests and protected areas adjoining the two countries using a globally-recognised method, officials said on Monday. The counting of tigers will begin from the second week of November. Delhi zoo begins National Wildlife Week celebrations The Delhi zoo on Sunday began the National Wildlife Week celebrations, with many activities planned for school children and wildlife enthusiasts in its premises. The official said the park has added the theme of the 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan' to the ongoing wildlife week celebrations this year. More Environment News»

		World
		Spanish PM won't rule out suspending Catalonia's autonomy "I don't rule out anything," Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy said in an interview with the daily newspaper El Pais published Sunday when asked about applying the constitutional provision that allows the suspension of autonomy and the imposition of direct rule from Madrid. Trump says 'only one thing will work' with N Korea "Presidents and their administrations have been talking to North Korea for 25 years, agreements made and massive amounts of money paid," Trump said in a tweet. "...Hasn't worked, agreements violated before the ink was dry, making fools of US negotiators. Sorry, but only one thing will work!" British PM signals possible demotion of foreign secretary "It has never been my style to hide from a challenge and I'm not going to start now," a Sunday newspaper quoted May as replying, in what it called a signal that she was prepared to bring in new ministers to her cabinet and axe those who had caused her problems. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Rangoli hits back at Hrithik Roshan for allegedly leaking Kangana's nude pictures In a new chapter of the unending saga between Kangana Ranaut and Hrithik Roshan, the former’s sister Rangoli has posted her reactions on her Twitter account. She took to her Twitter account to criticize Hrithik for allegedly leaking Kangana’s nude pictures. Smriti Irani ensures Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Padmavati' will release without any trouble Information and Broadcasting minister, Smriti Irani said that the film will face no trouble during its release Shah Rukh Khan and Juhi Chawla to come together for Aanand L. Rai's film? More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Mars study offers clues to origin of life on Earth Nasa scientists have discovered evidence for ancient sea-floor hydrothermal deposits on Mars which may offer clues about the origin of life on Earth. Researchers examined observations by Nasa's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) of massive deposits in a basin on southern Mars. How meat-eating is destroying Himalayas, Congo The growing popularity of a Western diet, which contains high levels of meat and dairy, means an area 1.5 times the size of the European Union would be saved if global consumption of animal products was reduced to just meeting nutritional requirements, according to the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). Neanderthal DNA may have shaped our modern looks More Science News»

		Sports
		1st T20I: India beat Australia by nine wickets in rain-curtailed match Set a revised target of 48 runs in six overs, India strolled to a comfortable nine-wicket victory over Australia to start the three-match T20I series on a winning note in Ranchi on Saturday. India chased down the target in 5.3 overs and took 1-0 lead in the series. Brazil beat Spain 2-1 in marquee group match A dominant Brazil made a strong statement of their top title contender status with a 2-1 victory over Spain in a Group D marquee clash of the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017 on Saturday. Nadal outlasts Dimitrov to reach Beijing final Rafael Nadal was forced into a third set before the world number one piled the pressure on Grigor Dimitrov to reach the final of the China Open on Saturday. More Sports News»

		Technology
		Treat and stop snoring with these 5 apps and websites Snoring is not only problematic for anyone who shares your bed, but it can also lead to deeper health problems. When issues are as grave as thickening the carotid artery or sleep apnea, it’s best to nip it in the bud. Plus, you avoid embarrassment in situations like an airplane. 10 keyboard shortcuts that you must know Google to use balloons to provide Puerto Rico cell service The US Federal Communications Commission said late on Friday it had approved Alphabet Inc's application to provide emergency cellular service to Puerto Rico through balloons. More Technology News»

		Education
		Psychology course 'not rooted in national ethos', UGC calls for revamp According to notification, an expert committee has drafted a new syllabi for the BA/BSc, MA/MSc and PhD of the psychology courses, taking into consideration the “developments in the field of psychology with special relevance to the Indian context.” The committee looked into several aspects like teaching and research in the subject to come up with a model syllabi. No more marks spiking to clear 2018 board exams: HRD Ministry The ministry of human resource development (MHRD) on Friday issued an advisory to state education boards and the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to stop the practice of spiking of marks in class X and class XII board exams from 2018. Students can seek answer sheets under RTI, says CIC There’s good news for students. The CIC in an order has ruled that educational institutions that are public authorities cannot refuse to provide exam answer sheets under the RTI Act. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Happy Diwali for delivery boys as e-commerce sales jump HC stays arrest of founders of Ryan Group of schools till December 5 Builder from Mulund hangs self in new flat More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Ministers inspect work on Signature Bridge Summer jobs: Average stipend of Rs 1.4 lakh for IIFT students Robbers fire at man, flee with Rs 10 lakh More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		BJP to challenge alternative land deal to ex-partner of CM Siddaramaiah's son Weekend rush, downpour bring Bengaluru traffic to a crawl Two tiger cubs maul gatekeeper to death More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Gachibowli's 'pull factor' woos residential property investors Toxic chemical in Gandigudem lake, don't eat or sell fish, warn officials Hyderabad braces for heavy rainfall during weekend More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		DMK launches social media blitzkrieg No alliance in local body polls: Vijayakant New draft antiquities bill will facilitate idol theft & smuggling, say activists More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		HC may deliver Godhra verdict on Monday Milky twist: Camel cheese seeks niche market spread More temples on Rahul's itinerary More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		4 feared drowned after boat capsizes near Allahabad HC upholds death penalty for rapist Considering it a rarest of rare case, the Allahabad high court on Friday confirmed the death sentence awarded to a 35-year-old man who had raped and murdered a seven-year-old girl after kidnapping her. UPTET 2017: Admit cards released, candidates can download now UPTET Admit Card 2017: As soon as the admit cards of the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2017 were released, the official website of the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Parishad crashed. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		State transport dept to make Vahan portal fully operational for easy access IIM Sambalpur to start Executive MBA programme from next year Odisha rejects Centre's plea to reduce VAT on petrol/diesel More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		In MP, marry a widow, get Rs 2 Lakh Adampur to become landfill site from Dec Man on fire, gawkers take video More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Ryan murder: CBI to probe Pinto's role in 'conspiracy' Hospital staffer molests 14-year-old TB patient girl In a shocking incident, a supervisor of TB wing Panipat Civil Surgeon’s office allegedly molested the 14-year-old girl who had gone to take her routine medicine. Pradhyumn murder case: Stay on arrest of Pinto family to continue till December 5 The Punjab and Haryana high court on Saturday stayed the arrest of the founders of Ryan group of Institutions in relation to Pradhyumn murder case. The interim relief to Pinto family would continue till December 5. More Chandigarh News»

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