News Digest: Sasikala glued to TV, dailies for info on I-T raids

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Monday, November 13, 2017
		Today's Headlines

		India
		Sasikala glued to TV, dailies for info on I-T raids Haryana ministers ask Smriti Irani to stop 'Padmavati' release The list of people protesting against Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Padmavati’, based on the 13-14th century queen of Chittor, grew longer on Sunday with two Haryana ministers urging the minister of information and broadcasting, Smriti Irani, to ban the film. Sonia 'glue' binding secular camp: Sitaram Yechury More India News»

		Business
		Government to put more capital in public sector banks: Jaitley Jaitley said the government has decided to put in more capital from the Budget, through bonds and banks' equity expansion and "therefore, it is the country which is virtually going to pay to keep the banking system in good health". RBI seeks fresh applications for CFO post This is the second time that the central bank has modified the original appointment notice issued in May this year. Air India gets Rs 1,500-cr loan from Bank of India Battling multiple headwinds, the disinvestment-bound airline has been working on ways to reduce its debt, including by way of selling non-core assets and expanding operations. More Business News»

		Environment
		Pollution levels still severe in Delhi As per the data collected from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi's average Air Quality Index (AQI) at 3pm was 423 (on a scale of 0 to 500) while the PM2.5 (particles with diameter less than 2.5) hovered around 422 units, considered "severe". EU to play down divide between rich and developing nations Developing countries, including India and China, on Thursday appealed the rich nations to ratify the second commitment period of the Kyoto Protocol (2013-2020), guiding their climate action for next three years, by June 2018 to build trust and confidence in the multilateral process. Air-pollution-causes-weak-bones,-fractures If you are living in areas of high pollution, you are more likely to have bone fractures from osteoporosis, according to a study. The study was performed by researchers at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health. More Environment News»

		World
		Lebanon PM says free in Saudi and will return home 'soon' In an interview from Riyadh with his party's Future TV, Hariri brushed aside rumours that he was under de facto house arrest in the kingdom, from which he announced his surprise departure. "I am free here. If I want to travel tomorrow, I will," Hariri said. Turkey denies report of plan to kidnap Gulen from US The Wall Street Journal reported Friday that Special Counsel Robert Mueller was investigating an alleged plot involving former US National Security Adviser Michael Flynn and his son to hand Fethullah Gulen over to Ankara for as much as $15 million. Myanmar troops systematically gang-raped Rohingya women: UN envoy Many of these atrocities "could be crimes against humanity", she said. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Pic: Salman Khan's alleged girlfriend Iulia Vantur spotted on a night out in the city Salman Khan's alleged girlfriend Iulia Vantur is back in the big city and is enjoying every moment of it. Abhishek-Aishwarya paint a lovable picture at a wedding Although the power couple often maintains a low public profile, they were recently spotted looking all loved-up at a wedding reception in the city. Minister Jayant Patil on his alleged altercation with SRK Quite recently, a video surfaced online of politician Jayant Patil allegedly shouting at Shah Rukh Khan, when the actor was heading to Alibaug for his birthday bash. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Animal experiments show diet change could reverse diabetes Research on animals has shown the condition could be treated with what is called ‘very low calorie diet’ (VLCD). In a study published online on November 9 in the journal ‘Cell Metabolism’, researchers led by scientists from Yale University found VLCD can rapidly reverse type 2 diabetes in animal models. Gene therapy helps treat life-threatening skin disease Scientists have successfully treated a child suffering from extensive skin damage due to a genetic disease using transplants derived from genetically modified cells. Get a glimpse of Jupiter's stunning southern hemisphere The colour-enhanced view captures one of the white ovals in the "String of Pearls," one of eight massive rotating storms at 40 degrees south latitude on the gas giant planet, NASA said. More Science News»

		Sports
		Indian cricketers undergoing DNA/genetic fitness test The DNA test, or, genetic fitness test, gives an idea about how 40 plus genes are related to a person's fitness, health, and nutrition. Each cricketer's DNA data is then combined with the environmental data which is the individual's body weight and diet, for an all-round analysis. Pankaj Advani wins 17th world title Ace Indian cueist Pankaj Advani clinched his 17th world title after he thrashed his arch-rival Mike Russell of England in the IBSF World Billiards Championship here. Federer opens ATP Finals bid with victory over Sock Aiming to end a sensational year as he began it, Swiss master Roger Federer opened his bid for a seventh ATP Finals title with 6-4, 7-6(4) victory over American debutant Jack Sock on Sunday. More Sports News»

		Technology
		25 'most dangerous' passwords to use in 2017 World's 14 most-downloaded free apps on iPhones, iPads How to use Google Translate in any Android app Google introduced its Translate app in April 2006 and since then it is has been rolling out new features to the app in order to enhance user experience. With the help of the app, we are able to translate different languages with utmost ease. More Technology News»

		Education
		UGC asks 123 deemed-to-be varsities to drop 'university' from names In a circular issued on November 10, a copy of which is with TOI, UGC secretary PK Thakur citing a Supreme Court order dated November 3, has directed the heads of these institutes that they should “restrain from using the word ‘university’ within one month from today.” “Instead, the institution may mention the word ‘deemed to be university’ within parenthesis. Union Cabinet approves creation of National Testing Agency Establishment of NTA will benefit about 40 lakh students appearing in various entrance examinations. It will relieve the CBSE, AICTE and other agencies from responsibility of conducting these entrance examinations, and also bring in high reliability. Tata Memorial launches online oncology tutorial to train doctors Tata Memorial Centre is launching an online oncology tutorial series to train doctors across the country on early detection, prevention and basics of treatment. The online course is being developed in association with digital partner, Omnicuris. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Man arrested for clicking 'objectionable' photos of teen Maharashtra wants Mhada to pay 2.5 times market rate for private land No relief for man who jumped off BEST bus, got hurt More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Air quality worsens in Delhi; decision on odd-even expected today No-parking zones flooded as higher rates pinch 600 homebuyers join hands, bid for completing a part of Jaypee project More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		BJP MLC opposes Padmavati release Sanjay Leela Bhansali movie Padmavati erupted in Karnataka on Sunday with BJP MLC Lehar Singh Siroya urging CM Siddaramaiah not to allow release of the movie in Bengaluru and other parts of the state. Court slams Honda, dealer for saying customer unfit to ride Battleship replicas draw kids in droves to Cubbon Park More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Alms & the blot: Even grads beg for fast buck Global Entrenpuership Summit arc lights on cinema business & skill to churn revenue from art Summit clean-up: `500 bounty on beggars More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Chennai Corporation launches reintegration programme for mentally ill Going beyond the call of duty, the Greater Chennai Corporation has started a programme to reintegrate the mentally ill residing in its homeless shelters and has, in the process, set a benchmark for other urban local bodies in the country to emulate. Rain: Schools in Chennai, Kancheepuram and Tiruvallur districts to remain closed on Monday The Indian Meteorological Department has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in the coastal districts of Tamil Nadu due to a lower pressure in the Bay of Bengal. Autorickshaw driver, 35, who died had an unblemished traffic record More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		First-time voters prepare solemnly for D-Day BJP's video campaign targets 'caste' politics, 3 Young Turks Inflation pushes expense limit up by 75% More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Civic polls: BJP forms groups to woo women voters in Allahabad Four solvers arrested while striking a deal Special Task Force (STF) of police arrested four solvers in front of Mary Lucas School on Saturday and recovered 54 electronic gadgets, 45 blue tooth devices, 11 mobile phones and cash. Highway robber arrested A highway robber, belonging to an inter-district gang involved in looting trucks and holding drivers and cleaners captive on highways, was arrested near Mama Bhanja crossing in Allahabad on Friday. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Odisha to launch welfare schemes for unorganized sector workers With an aim to garner support of the workers engaged in unorganized sectors, BJD president and chief minister Naveen Patnaik on Sunday announced to cover them various social security scheme of the state government. Bhubaneswar: All India LIC games conclude INTACH begins documentation of monuments in Prachi Valley civilisation More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		MP man uses funds for 'ghar' to get 'gharwali' The man, from Saharia tribal community, had got the money under PM Awas Yojana to get a house build in MP's Seoni. Instead of making a house, he used the funds to find a bride and get married. Bhavantar: Min bid price fixed to deter cartel Chitrakoot Bypoll: The two jabs that hurt most More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Kabaddi player among 3 killed in smog accidents Two smog-related incidents claimed the lives of three people, including a state-level kabaddi player, in UP's Ghaziabad and Haryana in the last 24 hours. Mason beaten to death for just Rs 300 Focal Point police on Sunday arrested a mason in a case of culpable homicide not amounting to murder, as he allegedly brutally beat up a labourer — who worked under him — for Rs300, resulting in his death. The accused was identified as Pradeep Paswan of Jagdish Colony, who works as ‘raj mistri’ (head mason) and belongs to Bihar. Water wastage: MC issued only 568 challans in 9 months While the groundwater level of this industrial town is alarmingly low, civic officials seem unaware of the fact, and despite strict orders from the local bodies department of the state government to curb water wastage, they are hardly bothered. In a reply to an RTI application, civic officials informed they had issued only 568 challans for water wastage, but recovery was made from only 211 residents. More Chandigarh News»

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News Digest: Padmavati row: Mewar royals write to Modi, CBFC

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Sunday, November 12, 2017
		Today's Headlines

		India
		Padmavati row: Mewar royals write to Modi, CBFC Protests over Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film 'Padmavati' took a new turn with the erstwhile royal family of Mewar writing to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union ministry of information and broadcasting and the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to withhold permission to release the controversial film due on December 1. Ads by kids, but not for kids If you were a child of the '80s and '90s, you will remember the kids in the commercials. The Vick's Girl, the Britannia Boy, the Rasna Girl, the Sundrop Boy — we knew them by product and the clincher — the Vick's wink, the Sundrop cartwheel, the Rasna-love… They became the poster children of our fledgling consumerism. Women membership rising as exclusive clubs open doors More India News»

		Business
		Cognizant offers cash instead of stock options for senior management Earlier this year, Cognizant Technology Solutions (CTS) announced its plan to return return $3.4 billion to its shareholders over the next two years through share repurchase and dividends. L&T Q2 net profit jumps 32% to Rs 2,020 crore Larsen and Toubro (L&T) had clocked a net profit after tax and share in profit of joint ventures or associates of Rs 1,532 crore in the year-ago period. Britannia Q2 up 12.5% on higher demand Britannia's net profit rose to Rs 262 crore, for the quarter ended September 30, from Rs 232.7 crore, a year earlier. Revenue rose 4.36% to Rs 2,536 crore. Margins rose 116 bps to 15.1%. More Business News»

		Environment
		Pollution levels still severe in Delhi As per the data collected from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi's average Air Quality Index (AQI) at 3pm was 423 (on a scale of 0 to 500) while the PM2.5 (particles with diameter less than 2.5) hovered around 422 units, considered "severe". EU to play down divide between rich and developing nations Developing countries, including India and China, on Thursday appealed the rich nations to ratify the second commitment period of the Kyoto Protocol (2013-2020), guiding their climate action for next three years, by June 2018 to build trust and confidence in the multilateral process. Air-pollution-causes-weak-bones,-fractures If you are living in areas of high pollution, you are more likely to have bone fractures from osteoporosis, according to a study. The study was performed by researchers at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health. More Environment News»

		World
		Mass graves holding '400 Islamic State victims' found in Iraq Mass graves containing at least 400 suspected Islamic State group victims have been found near the former jihadist bastion of Hawija in northern Iraq, the regional governor said on Saturday. China, Japan agree to deepen cooperation on N Korea Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Chinese President Xi Jinping also agreed to accelerate talks for an early implementation of a communication mechanism between their military forces, and to hold a trilateral summit with South Korea at the earliest possible date, Abe told reporters. Xi most powerful Chinese leader since Mao Zedong: Trump Chinese President Xi Jinping is the most powerful leader of China since Mao Zedong, US President Donald Trump said, underlining that the two leaders have developed a very good relationship. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Pics: Virat - Anushka rule the red carpet Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma rule the red carpet at a sports event Pic: Priyanka Chopra is bonding big time with Sofia Vergara Taking to Instagram, PeeCee posted a picture of herself with famous model and actress Sofia Vergara. Mira Rajput, Misha have fun on a trampoline Mira recently shared a video of herself hopping on a trampoline with Misha and that is the cutest thing you will come across today More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Gene therapy helps treat life-threatening skin disease Scientists have successfully treated a child suffering from extensive skin damage due to a genetic disease using transplants derived from genetically modified cells. Get a glimpse of Jupiter's stunning southern hemisphere The colour-enhanced view captures one of the white ovals in the "String of Pearls," one of eight massive rotating storms at 40 degrees south latitude on the gas giant planet, NASA said. Uber joins forces with NASA to develop flying taxis "Uber's participation in NASA's UTM (Unmanned Traffic Management) Project will help the company's goal of starting demonstration flights of uberAIR in select US cities by 2020," the ride-sharing company said in a statement. More Science News»

		Sports
		Sri Lankan batsmen make merry on day one of warm-up game Four batsmen scored half-centuries to take Sri Lanka to 411 for six on day one of their two-day warm-up against Board President's XI on Saturday. AIFF fiasco: SC stays Delhi HC order The Supreme Court stayed the order of the Delhi High Court allowing all AIFF elected committees to function on a regular basis, a release issued by the federation stated. Ranji Trophy: Gritty Gambhir fights lonely battle for Delhi Gautam Gambhir showed enormous patience during his undefeated 135 while some of the junior batsmen threw away their wickets as Delhi reached 277 for four at stumps on day three of the Ranji Trophy Group A game against Karnataka. More Sports News»

		Technology
		Uber loses UK appeal bid to overturn workers' rights decision The US ride-hailing service has faced regulatory and legal setbacks around the world amid opposition from traditional taxi services and concern among some regulators. 9 smartphones available on discount on Flipkart If you are waiting to buy a new smartphone then this is the right time. Indian e-commerce major Flipkart is organising Smartphone Bonanza days from November 9 to November 11. Gionee M7 Power smartphone with bezel-less display to launch in India on November 15 Chinese smartphone maker Gionee is all set to launch its first bezel-less smartphone in India. The company has started sending out media invites for the launch event on November 15, where it will unveil the Gionee M7 Power smartphone. More Technology News»

		Education
		Union Cabinet approves creation of National Testing Agency Establishment of NTA will benefit about 40 lakh students appearing in various entrance examinations. It will relieve the CBSE, AICTE and other agencies from responsibility of conducting these entrance examinations, and also bring in high reliability. Tata Memorial launches online oncology tutorial to train doctors Tata Memorial Centre is launching an online oncology tutorial series to train doctors across the country on early detection, prevention and basics of treatment. The online course is being developed in association with digital partner, Omnicuris. India inks $119 million loan pact with World Bank for Odisha's education scheme India signed a loan agreement with World Bank to improve the quality of students' access to selected institutions. The agreement for the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development loan equivalent to $119 million is for Odisha Higher Education Programme for Excellence and Equity Project. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Video of traffic constable towing car with woman and baby goes viral Sena neta held for assault on journalist Two armed men barge into Kalyan shop, flee with Rs 3.5 lakh in gold, cash More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Brakes on odd-even in Delhi as NGT rejects exemptions The Delhi cabinet went into a huddle and reached a consensus that given the load it would put on Delhi's transport system and pose a threat to women's security, it would not be feasible to go ahead. So, pending an appeal to NGT on Monday for the exemptions to be restored, the government put the scheme on hold. 8-year-old dies, three hurt in car accident To fund Europe trip, 3 become robbers More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Four STPs opened around Bellandur Lake Under fire from the National Green Tribunal for failure to curb the discharge of untreated sewage into Bellandur Lake, the most polluted waterbody in the city, chief minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday commissioned four Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) in and around Bellandur. BMRCL back to original alignment for Cantt Metro station? With growing criticism over BMRCL’s move to shift the proposed Metro station away from the Cantonment railway station, the state government has reportedly asked BMRCL to conduct another survey of the original alignment. Six poachers strike CV Raman's house, steal 2 sandalwood trees A gang of six armed poachers stole two sandalwood trees from a Malleswaram house which was once home to Nobel laureate and scientist CV Raman. The miscreants entered the premises in the wee hours of Saturday when the security guards were half asleep. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Students protest against long school hours in Hyderabad Students of Gowtham Model School, Chaitanyapuri in Hyderabad sat on a dharna in front of the school premises on Saturday against long school hours. Hostels raids regular affair at UoH: Officials A day after the students of the University of Hyderabad (UoH) held a massive protest demanding revocation of suspension of 10 students, officials clarified that the raid at the men’s hostel on November 3 was not an isolated case as they undertake such checks at least twice/thrice a month. Dia Mirza, Amala bat for tuskers and animal rights More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Tamil Nadu lags behind in startup policy: IIT-Madras Ranjani Ayyar. CM EK Palaniswami promises Chennai fifth reservoir, of 1tmc capacity, in next 5 months 'Searches by I-T ongoing at places belonging to associates of Sasikala' A senior I-T official said, "Vivek and his associates used the money from these bank accounts to buy movable and immovable properties worth several crores.". More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Atrocities on Una Dalits a minor incident, says Ram Vilas Paswan GST changes save BJP the blushes in ceramic hubs 'Gujarat needs BJP for continuity of Vikas' More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Highway robber arrested A highway robber, belonging to an inter-district gang involved in looting trucks and holding drivers and cleaners captive on highways, was arrested near Mama Bhanja crossing in Allahabad on Friday. Railway employee masterminds cable thefts RPF Naini have arrested a railway gangman identified as Ganesha Kumar and two of his accomplices from Jigna on the charges of cutting and stealing of signaling cable. Bhoomi Pujan for reserve police lines held A bhoomi poojan for reserve police lines on the Magh Mela campus was held here on Friday. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Retired IPS officer Binay Behera dies Binay Behera, who retired as Director General (Fire Services & Home Guards) on October 31, died here on Saturday. The 1982-batch IPS officer was admitted in a private hospital on November 1 day after his retirement. BJP team visits dengue affected Salia Sahi 'Campus to Corporate' programme for better placement of management students More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		MP LOP writes to PM demanding capital punishment for rapists Madhya Pradesh leader of Opposition Ajay Singh on Saturday shot letters to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union home minister Rajnath Singh demanding amending law for provision of capital punishment for rapists. MP LOP returns state foundation day invitation card to CM In a democracy, the Opposition in a state is the alternative government and leader of Opposition (LOP) considered as alternative chief minister. Tiger cubs' death: Madhya Pradesh SIC orders to produce original records In a first, Madhya Pradesh state information commissioner Sukhraj Singh has ordered Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve (BTR) authorities to submit original documents related to death of three cubs, which were kept in an enclosure. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Youth trying to reach US drowns along Panama coast EVMs, VVPATs under 3 tier security Punjab killings: 'Probe into Dera follower's murder led to terror plan' More Chandigarh News»

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