News Digest: 9-yr-old among 1L Indians who 'took off' for Mars

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Sunday, May 06, 2018
		Today's Headlines

		India
		9-yr-old among 1L Indians who 'took off' for Mars Will remove 58 unmanned crossings soon: Piyush Goyal There are just 58 unmanned level crossings on “A, B and C” category railway routes that carry 80% of traffic and these will be eliminated in the “next few days”, railway minister Piyush Goyal has said. Demand for EB-5 visa on rise in India At a time when H-1B visa rules are being tightened, there is growing interest in the EB-5 visa program. The number of EB-5 visas issued to Indians touched a record 174 between October 2016 and 2017, up from 149 in the corresponding year-ago period. More India News»

		Business
		Critical US-China trade talks end in Beijing Buffett says US and China will avoid 'something extremely foolish' on trade Billionaire Warren Buffett on Saturday said it is not likely that the United States and China will come to loggerheads on trade, saying the two countries would avoid doing "something extremely foolish." China records first quarterly current account deficit in 17 years More Business News»

		Environment
		Over 10,000 endangered tortoises rescued in Madagascar More than 10,000 crore critically endangered radiated tortoise have been recovered from traffickers, who had crammed them in a shelter without food or water. Reportedly, hundreds of them died from illness and dehydration. EU carbon emissions rose in 2017: Eurostat Carbon emissions in the EU were up 1.8 percent from 2016, Eurostat said, with a double-digit increase in Malta and Estonia. Finland and Denmark showed the sharpest declines while emissions in Germany, the bloc's largest economy and still dependent on coal for 40 percent of its electricity, was little changed. 'Global warming is killing fish in Arabian Sea' More Environment News»

		World
		A free trader to world, China's Xi champions Marx at home Karnataka: PM Modi debunks theory of hung assembly Describing the theory of a hung assembly as the conspiracy of the Congress to dishearten voters, PM Narendra Modi said BJP is the only party that can stop the Congress while JD(S) will come in a distant third in this electoral battle. Thai activists vow to march on coup anniversary Thai pro-democracy activists Saturday vowed to march on the seat of government to mark the fourth anniversary of a military coup, comparing the junta leader to Pinocchio for not holding promised elections. More World News»

		Entertainment
		When Savaniee Ravindrra spoke about her fashion choices Along with singing, singer Savaniee Ravindrra also takes care of her fashion while her performances. On being asked does she especially focus of her fashion sense she said “I intentionally don’t emphasise on my fashion, it just happens to me. I like wearing skin friendly and dark colored clothes. Bhojpuri films with famous B-wood film titles Let's take a look at such movies that have famous Bollywood film titles. Know about Sonam-Anand's wedding ensembles More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Nasa blasts off Mars lander, InSight NASA on Saturday blasted off its latest Mars lander, InSight, designed to perch on the surface and listen for "Marsquakes" ahead of eventual human missions to explore the Red Planet. Drug epidemic ensnares 25-year-old pill for nerve pain The drug, called gabapentin, is one of the most prescribed medications in the US, ranking ninth over the last year. Researchers attribute the recent surge to tighter restrictions on opioid painkillers, which have left doctors searching for alternatives for their patients. NASA counts down to liftoff of Mars lander, InSight NASA counted down Saturday to the long-awaited launch of its latest Mars lander, InSight, designed to perch on the surface of the Red Planet and listen for "Marsquakes." If all goes as planned, the lander should settle on the Red Planet on November 26. More Science News»

		Sports
		IPL: Sunrisers beat Daredevils to reclaim top spot Yusuf Pathan (27* off 12 balls) held his nerves in the end to help Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Delhi Daredevils by seven wickets and reclaimed the top spot in the 2018 Indian Premier League standings on Saturday. Saina and Sindhu are precious diamonds: Gopichand "As a coach I treat both Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu as precious diamonds. Winning or losing happens every day at the Academy in Hyderabad. Win or defeat in game encourages the winner and loser to raise the bar and reach higher," said Gopichand. CSK blow away RCB, inch closer towards IPL playoffs Chennai Super Kings are virtually through to the Indian Premier League play-offs after a comprehensive six-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bangalore, courtesy a superb bowling effort from the spin duo of Ravindra Jadeja and Harbhajan Singh. More Sports News»

		Technology
		20 top colleges with highest salary for tech graduates Top 7 big screen LED TVs under Rs 30,000 from Xiaomi, Panasonic, Vu and more Flipkart enters AC segment with Billion series; launches 1.5 ton split AC at Rs 21,999 Flipkart claims that its Billion air conditioners offer lower repair costs in comparision to other brands and electricity bill savings of up to Rs 9,000 per year More Technology News»

		Education
		Maharashtra nixes plan for SYJC online admission yet again How online coaching is driving UPSC dreams Adopt Massive Open Online Courses, UGC tells universities More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Over 35 years, BNHS transformed degraded land into pristine forest Kolhapur man's heart to beat for Mumbai patient The heart of a 32-year-old brain-dead man from Kolhapur was air-lifted and brought to Fortis Hospital in Mulund on Saturday. Palghar LS bypoll: BJP planned to field deceased MP's son, says CM Fadnavis said that he spoke to Uddhav last month saying they had finalized Wanga's son's name for the bypoll and that the Sena should help them."Thackeray told me that the Sena does not contest bypolls. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Delhi officers to promise not to misuse cars The official said all officers of the department will have to send the undertaking to the accounts branch by 20 of every month. Man hangs self, family alleges murder after discord with wife A 30-year-old man allegedly committed suicide in his house at Sanjay Camp near Moti Bagh on Friday night.Police said that Sanjay Kumar's body was found hanging from a bamboo beam in a shack at the JJ colony. Humayunpur monument is medieval: Govt inquiry They said that the state archaeology department has filed a police complaint seeking removal of the encroachment of the monument. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Not caste or religion, 'namma issues' get most votes Bengaluru Priest molested minor daughter, alleges wife Woman kills 2 daughters in pond, saved from drowning More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		KTR-Ivanka Road to get makeover in just 10 days Milking water crisis: Private tankers charge hefty sums One man's pain is another man's gain.Milking the water crisis to their advantage, private tanker operators are collecting huge sums from desperate consumers. Blindspots In Hospital Hunting Grounds For Predators The rape of a woman at out-patient block of OGH drew sharp reactions from junior doctors who alleged large sections of the state-run health facility are not monitored. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Woman out on bail held for sex determination The accused has been identified as Vijayalakshmi Tamilselvan.Health department officials received a tip about Tamilselvan offering sex determination services for . Two drown off Marina Beach Two men drowned in the sea off Marina Beach in separate incidents opposite Ezhilagam on Friday evening. Jeweller made 'kidnap call' and demanded Rs 25 Lakh from friend More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Radio cab drivers end 4-day strike RPF arrests two from Kankaria railway yard with 9kg charas Kadva Patidars move HC to expedite OBC status process More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Allahabad: 'Humsafar', the new train for Delhi HC: IT College violated BEd admission rules A Lucknow bench of the Allahabad high court has found irregularities in the BEd admissions of Isabella Thoburn College. HC nixes Bhim Army chief's plea against NSA The Allahabad high court on Friday dismissed a writ petition challenging the order of DM Saharanpur by which the founder of Bhim Army, Chandrashekhar alias Ravan, was detained under National Security Act. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Almost all under construction ROBs in Odisha running behind deadline A total of 14 road over bridges (ROBs) are under construction in different parts of the state. Out of these projects, work of only one ROB is actually maintaining the deadline. Other 13 projects are running behind the deadline. Odisha government gears up for thunderstorm warning Stink bugs invade into homes in Bhubaneswar outskirts More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Computer Baba gives clean chit to MP govt on mass plantation drive Almost a month after getting minister of state (MoS) status, religious leader Computer Baba finally gave clean chit to the Shivraj Singh Chouhan government over alleged irregularities during mass plantation drive held in July 2017. Shakespeareana festival brings back the bard of Avon How pet lovers in Bhopal are helping animals beat the heat More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Chandigarh vendors stick to plastic bags as pollution persists Despite the ban imposed by the UT administration on the use of polythene bags, unregulated circulation is evident in various commercial sectors. In Moga, suicide-hit farm families and politicians come face-to-face Castration at Ram Rahim deras case: Sadhus appeal court to conceal their identity More Chandigarh News»

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News Digest: Haryana claims improvement in sex ratio at birth

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Saturday, May 05, 2018
		Today's Headlines

		India
		Haryana claims improvement in sex ratio at birth MHA: 4,600 FDI proposals got security nod in last 4 years The home ministry on Friday said it had granted security go-ahead to over 4,600 foreign investment proposals in the past four years of Modi government, apart from cutting the average processing time for such clearances to 50 days from four months. Geographic information system technology to aid in Ganga clean-up In 15 months time, Survey of India, the country’s principal mapping agency, will map the entire stretch of the Ganga using geographic information system (GIS) technology and provide high-resolution maps to the government. More India News»

		Business
		With a good April show, FY19 GST target achievable: Report Sebi allows bourses to extend trading time for equity derivatives till 11.55 pm GST Council approves turning GSTN into a government entity More Business News»

		Environment
		Over 10,000 endangered tortoises rescued in Madagascar More than 10,000 crore critically endangered radiated tortoise have been recovered from traffickers, who had crammed them in a shelter without food or water. Reportedly, hundreds of them died from illness and dehydration. EU carbon emissions rose in 2017: Eurostat Carbon emissions in the EU were up 1.8 percent from 2016, Eurostat said, with a double-digit increase in Malta and Estonia. Finland and Denmark showed the sharpest declines while emissions in Germany, the bloc's largest economy and still dependent on coal for 40 percent of its electricity, was little changed. 'Global warming is killing fish in Arabian Sea' More Environment News»

		World
		North Korea goes back to the future - by 30 minutes Leader Kim Jong Un promised the move during the meeting at Panmunjom in the Demilitarized Zone that divides the peninsula, when he and the South's President Moon Jae-in pledged to pursue denuclearisation and a peace treaty. Congressional move to rename US Pacific Command as Indo-Pacific Command A powerful Congressional committee today proposed renaming the US Pacific Command as the Indo-Pacific Command, which is in line with the Trump Administration's nomenclature of describing the strategically vital region. ​The region has traditionally been called as Asia Pacific. Can Moon Jae-in achieve peace with North Korea? As president of South Korea, Moon is keen not to repeat past failures as he stakes his own political career on brokering a deal between the unpredictable leaders of the United States, his nation’s protector, and North Korea, long its mortal foe. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Know about Sonam-Anand's wedding ensembles Pics: Nawazuddin resembles Bal Thackeray A few pictures have emerged from the film sets that look really promising. Photos: Taimur waves at the paparazzi In a similar instance, he was clicked outside his playschool again today. But what caught our attention was the munchkin waving at the paparazzi. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Scientists craft embryo from stem cells without egg or sperm Scientists have for the first time created embryo-like structures in the lab from stem cells, without recourse to eggs or sperm. In experiments, bundles of mouse stems cells - one type corresponding to the placenta, another to the embryo - self-organised into proto-embryos and initiated pregnancies when implanted into mouse wombs. Blood type O may increase death risk due to trauma: Study Researchers at Tokyo Medical and Dental University Hospital, Japan found that severe trauma patients with blood type O had a death rate of 28 per cent, compared to a rate of 11 per cent in patients with other blood types. Nasa's nuclear reactor could power crewed missions to Mars More Science News»

		Sports
		IPL: Mumbai Indians beat Kings XI Punjab, jump to fifth Late surge by Krunal Pandya (31 not out) and Rohit Sharma (24 not out) helped Mumbai Indians beat Kings XI Punjab by six wickets as they kept themselves alive in the tournament on Friday. Surrey deal: No fat contract, only nominal wages for Virat Kohli He might be the top earning cricketer in the world today but English county side Surrey has got Virat Kohli for dirt cheap deal as the BCCI was keen to ensure quality game time for the India captain ahead of tour of England. MS Dhoni slams Chennai Super Kings' fielding Chennai Super Kings slipped to the second spot in the Indian Premier League points table after succumbing to six-wicket defeat against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens on Thursday night. More Sports News»

		Technology
		6 most-popular smartphones in the world in 2018 Flipkart's 'Complete Mobile Protection' plan makes your smartphone damage-proof: Here's how Vodafone Now Offers 500MB More Daily 4G Data For Re 1 Extra The new Vodafone prepaid plan for Rs 349 will offer the same benefits for a period of 28 days but will offer 3GB of daily mobile data instead of 2.5GB. More Technology News»

		Education
		SSC CGL 2018: Official notification to be released today The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is likely to release SSC CGL 2018 notification today, May 5, 2018. Govt is determined to build skill development : Gujarat CM Gujarat Chief Minister Vijaybhai Rupani today asserted that state government is determined to give needed impetus to skill development programmes to develop skills, employment and self-employment opportunities for the youths. Patent for Water Purifying Antibacterial Film Granted to Hyderabad University Scientists A patent for developing ‘Nanoparticle Embedded Polymer Film for Antibacterial Application’ has been granted to the faculty and research scholars of the University of Hyderabad (UoH). More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Man gets 10 years for sex assault on 6-year-old The victim's mother had told the court that the incident took place on December 3, 2016, when she had taken one of her five other children to the hospital as she had injured her leg. Lawyer questions Indrani Mukerjea ex-aide over discrepancies Vidhan Bhavan cashier gets 5 years' jail for Rs 53 lakh fraud in 2005 "The RBI receipt was stamped, but during investigation, it transpired that Gaonkar had deposited only Rs 7,000.He later added a zero to make it Rs 70,000," said Pawar. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Mutilated body of girl found in drain From tomb to temple: Tale of monumental neglect Bulldozers come out again, two stretches cleared of encroachers More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Karnataka election 2018: May 12 holiday to ensure high voter turnout The state government on Friday declared a holiday for government offices, banks, government and private schools and colleges on May 12, the day when citizens of Karnataka will head to polling booths. Rowdy killed; head found 100m away next morning Gangamma Gudi police are investigating the murder of a 34-year-old rowdy, who is believed to be killed near Jallahalli in their jurisdiction on Thursday midnight. Accountant writes 24-page death note to police, commits suicide More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Two Telugus slug it out in Karnataka poll battle Four lakh land owners may not get input subsidy As many as four lakh land owners may not get their agriculture input subsidy as part of the Rythu Bandhu scheme. KCR forms panel on government staff's issues The other members of the committee will include municipal minister KT Rama Rao and energy minster G Jagadish Reddy. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Suicide of woman proves murder, husband arrested Widened bridge across Adyar to ease Manapakkam traffic Namma Chennai app brings 3K plaints in 4 mths, citizens still sore with corpn solutions More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		HC denies bail to NRI caught 20 years after murder HC reserves order on deemed varsity's MBBS students' plea for PG admission Will build global acceptance for khadi: Suresh Prabhu More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		HC nixes Bhim Army chief's plea against NSA The Allahabad high court on Friday dismissed a writ petition challenging the order of DM Saharanpur by which the founder of Bhim Army, Chandrashekhar alias Ravan, was detained under National Security Act. Satellite parking slots to ease rush during Kumbh-2019 Locals unite to revive dried up ponds The villagers, under the banner of Jal Jan Vikias Abhiyan, have launched an awareness campaign for 'shram daan' to encourage others to join their drive. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Summer workshop in radio broadcasting a hit A summer training programme in radio broadcasting has been going on at the conference hall of Buddha Mandir in Unit-III. Mixed response to language bill The state assembly on Tuesday passed the Odisha Official Language (Amendment) Bill 2018 making penal provisions for state government officials and departments for not using Odia language in official communication. Education institutes get fresh Odia directive The higher education department has issued a fresh letter to colleges and universities of the state to write name of their institutions in Odia.It has given two weeks for the institutions to make the change. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		You can defeat Rajas & Maharajas of Cong: Shah tells BJP workers Forest officials continue to track escaped tiger in Nauradehi Tiger tracking on in Nauradehi sanctuary More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Day after Congress ticket, Ladi booked for illegal mining 'Over Rs 23 lakh sent to Punjab from abroad for targeted killings' over Rs 23 lakh was sent to Punjab from Italy, Australia and the United Kingdom by pro-Khalistan activists, who had planned these killings in the state. No free rides for UT cops on CTU buses More Chandigarh News»

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