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		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Tuesday, July 01, 2014
		Today's Headlines

		India
		Register online, get PF code within hours Now any employer or establishment can get a provident fund code number within hours of registering online. Javadekar takes up Modi visa denial case with US official Environment minister Prakash Javadekar raised the issue of the United States’ denial of visa to PM Narendra Modi since 2005 in a meeting with Daniel A Reifsnyder, assistant secretary for environment & leader of delegation of USA to UNEA, Nairobi. Why is Modi mum on China-Pakistan issues? Congress says Congress slammed the Prime Minister for his silence on the issue of China's reported claim over Arunachal Pradesh, mocking Narendra Modi for his claims during Lok Sabha election campaign that a strong government in Delhi could set things right. More India News»

		Business
		Sahara deposits Rs 3,117 crore with Sebi The Supreme Court will on Thursday decide whether Sahara group chief Subrata Roy will be allowed to come out of Tihar jail on interim bail with the corporate group depositing Rs 3,117 crore of the Rs 5,000-crore with market regulator Sebi and promising to pay the remaining Rs 1,883 crore soon. World Bank finds no key reforms At a time when the Narendra Modi administration is keen on improving India's rankings in World Bank's `Ease of Doing Business', it has received a setback with the multilateral body finding few instances of “major reforms” undertaken by the government. RIL loses appeal against Sebi's consent denial The Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) on Monday dismissed an appeal by Reliance Industries (RIL) against market regulator Sebi, which had rejected the company’s plea for a consent proceeding in an insider trading case involving shares of Reliance Petroleum (RPL) in 2007. RPL has since merged with RIL. More Business News»

		Environment
		India to strengthen climate change negotiation team India will strengthen its climate change negotiation team and will do "better homework" before discussing with all stakeholders, environment minister Prakash Javadekar said on Monday. Over 2/3rd Indian population still rely on dung-based fuel: UN More than two-third of India's one billion strong population continue to rely on carbon-emitting biomass and dung-based fuel to meet energy needs for cooking, according to a UN report. UN chief wants world leaders to adopt new development goals UN chief Ban Ki-moon added that governments will be expected to append their signatures to the new mandate that will help solve problems that bedevil communities globally. More Environment News»

		World
		Ukrainian president ends ceasefire Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko says he is halting a unilateral cease-fire in the conflict with pro-Russian separatists and says Ukrainian forces will go on the offensive against the rebels. Obama sending 200 more US troops to Iraq President Barack Obama says he's sending about 200 more US troops to Iraq to protect Americans and the US Embassy in Baghdad. Kerry to lead US team for economic talks in China Top US officials visit China next week for key annual talks, as ties strain between the two economic powers amid concerns over cyber-spying and regional maritime tensions. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Don't care about online jokes on me: Alia Bhatt After giving two back to back hits with Highway and 2 States, Alia Bhatt seems to be on a roll. And now she is ready, yet again, for her third screen outing, Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania. Armaan Jain, Deeksha Seth live their characters Armaan Jain and Deeksha Seth, who are making their Bollywood debut with Lekar Hum Deewana Dil, underwent an interesting training session while shooting for the film. Ranbir Kapoor's cousin gets slapped 200 times Raj Kapoor’s fourth grandson has acting in his genes. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Scientists test 'harpoon' to clear risky space debris A primitive weapon will now protect earth against hurtling giant asteroids capable of causing mass destruction. US approves inhaled insulin to treat diabetes US authorities have approved a fast-acting inhaled insulin to improve glycemic control in adults with diabetes. Now, light-sensitive protein can control brain from outside In a boost to optogenetics, a technology allowing scientists to control brain activity by shining light on neurons, the first light-sensitive molecule that enables neurons to be silenced non-invasively using a light source outside the skull has been developed. More Science News»

		Sports
		Germany beat Algeria to enter quarters Andre Schuerrle and Mesut Ozil struck in extra time to earn Germany a 2-1 win over Algeria in a pulsating last 16 clash and World Cup quarters date with France. Late goals send France into quarterfinals France qualified for the Fifa World Cup quarterfinals after a late Paul Pogba header and a Joseph Yobo own goal clinched a 2-0 win over Nigeria in last 16 match. Brazil court order forced cooling breaks Brazilian authorities have forced Fifa to accept the idea that playing in the heat and humidity could seriously affect the health and performance of the players. More Sports News»

		Technology
		LG G Pro 2 review: Best high-end phablet Should you go for G Pro 2 or spend another few thousands and buy Galaxy Note 3 instead? Does the LG phablet have enough features to offer enough value for money? We find out in our review... India has slowest internet speed in Asia: Akamai The average internet connection speed in India is 1.7Mbps, as per Akamai. Facebook COO: India has potential to be largest economy India has the potential to become the largest economy in the world, Facebook chief operating officer (COO) Sheryl Sandberg said. More Technology News»

		Education
		Enrolment up but learning levels low in South Asia schools: World Bank study High enrolment but low learning level characterizes school education across South Asia. Five courses at vocational college put on hold Reverting to the three-year mode doesn’t seem to be an easy transition for College of Vocational Studies. On Monday, it decided to defer admissions to five vocational management courses and release cutoffs only for the courses in office management and tourism along with BCom (honours) and economics (honours). St Stephen's new lists due tomorrow St Stephen’s College has announced that, to incorporate the changes in DU’s admission guidelines following the FYUP rollback, the provisional lists already published “shall be modified and republished by Wednesday afternoon.” More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Hospitals must display rates: HC Stressing that hospitals cannot hold back patients or bodies over non-payment of bills, the Bombay high court on Monday said that hospitals should forewarn patients and their kin of treatment costs or at least display treatment rates. No punishment enough for Pathan, we were set for November wedding, say Pallavi & Avik families When Sajjad Pathan wielded the knife two years ago, he took one life and devastated two families. Sex-crazed watchman who killed Mumbai lawyer convicted Pathan, in his alleged confessional statement, told cops that he killed Pallavi with a knife after she fought him when he tried to force himself on her. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Current batch to get 3-year BMS The students enrolled in Bachelor of Management Studies in 2013-14 “may continue in this programme, though its duration will be three years”, University Grants Commission (UGC) said on Monday, ending the confusion over the course following the FYUP rollback. Car agency to pay woman Rs 70,000 A district consumer forum directed a Honda car agency to pay a compensation of over Rs 70,000 to a woman who was overcharged in the name of being provided vehicle accessories. Rape survivors to get higher compensation The city government and its various departments have finally approved the changes made to the Delhi Victims Compensation Scheme, 2011, aimed at speedy compensation for survivors of rape and other cases of assault. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Bureaucrat shifted, but not allowed to work After much uncertainty, long waits outside her new office and exactly a week after she received her transfer order, H Zarina Begum is expected to take up her new posting as finance officer at the Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology (KMIO) on Tuesday. Dual organ transplant for Bihar doctor The doctor, who went under the scalpel and the doctors who operated on him, spoke about the critical dual transplant. Saviours bring back smiles on dejected parents' faces A baby born without a food pipe. A Ugandan infant that carried a mass of flesh outside the body. In both cases, distraught parents turned to Bangalore for help. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Marriage mart - no love lost Marriages may be made in heaven, but bifurcation seems to have driven a wedge in the thriving matrimonial market between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Voice against waiver The Hyderabad High Court, on Monday, be gan hearing a plea that sought the court to deillegal the farm loan waiv clare as illegal the farm loan waiver assurances made by the two governments of made by the two governments of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. This tussle is far from over Upping the ante, the AP government has now requested the Krishna Water River Manage ment Board chairman, A B Pandya, to review the release of water to the Krishna delta area and help it get additional supply from Nagarjunasagar. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		'Professionals needed to manage all disasters' Along with their main duties, rescue workers at the Moulivakkam building collapse site had to learn crowd control too. The hundreds of people who had gathered there wanted to see the action. Irulas: Slaves of innocence Subramanian, from Pallinaliyanoor in Villupuram district, had borrowed Rs 10,000 from a contractor to tend to his ailing mother. 7 of her family disappeared beneath falling concrete The dozen cameras that were waiting to capture Andhra Pradesh chief minister stepping out of the hospital on Monday turned to the young mother waiting with a child on her hip and another by her side. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Law graduate at 64 Seeking to help farmers in his native place in Nadiad, a Gujarati who had spent his life in Chennai returned after 30 years to become a law graduate. Ashok Patel, alias Billa, made a record of sorts by becoming a law graduate at the age of 64. IIM-A joins business houses to fund research The Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIM-A) has collaborated with corporate and government bodies to fund cutting-edge research from faculty and award scholarships to its meritorious students. Ramzan begins with fasting and a feast The holy month of Ramzan began from Monday.As usual the markets are full of delicacies.This year, Al Alwani dates, straight from the holy city of Medina, have become popular among Muslims in the city. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		New railway timetable soon The railway administration had made changes in the timings of trains in the new timetable.It will be introduced from September 1 after the presentation of new railway budget which is scheduled to be passed on July 8. The Lord's rath rolls out in Allahabad, Kashi Jagannath Rath yatra was taken out with gaiety and devotional fervour by various religious organisations here on Sunday. City jewellers turn to CCTV security to keep thieves at bay In what could be termed as an indicator of loss of faith in the capabilities of the district police, the jeweller community of the city has turned to security gadgets like CCTV to safeguard their installations. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Ganjam's one-day kings perform duty They have lost their estates, some of them palaces too, but at least once a year — on the day of Rath Yatra — they perform a royal duty. Capital drenches in festive fervour, Iskcon biggest crowd puller The capital city drenched in festive fervour as temples across the city celebrated Rath on Sunday. Double blow for Titlagarh family Alleged police torture that led to death of youth of Titlagarh town on Saturday has left the family crestfallen.His death came as a double whammy as his mother had died just four weeks ago. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Breeders con: Cheap pure bred puppies not so pure If you have purchased a dog of famous breed at dirt cheap prices, then there is a good chance that you've been duped and the canine is not purebred. Juvenile, children's homes pulled up for sub par facilities Juvenile and children's homes in the state are in shambles.Child protection services are not able to prevent deaths caused due to malnutrition. Past memorandum makes future tense for Sudarshan's 'sewadar' "I had given my statement before the court in November 2013.I don't have much to say," Mihir Kumar told TOI."I am surprised why this memorandum has suddenly surfaced, now," he said. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Gurgaon civic body chief lodges FIR over uploaded photo In the photo uploaded a few days back, Kumar, an Indian Administrative Service officer, was seen hugging his daughter. Investigators going selective in synthetic drug racket On the basis of arrested drug lord Jagdish Singh Bhola's disclosures, Ed had pursued former Punjab jail minister Sarwan Singh Phillaur's son Damanvir Singh and his associates Chunni Lal Gaba and son Gurjit 'Monu' Gaba. Jeweller, 3 employees held for beating worker to death A jeweller and his three employees were arrested on Monday for allegedly beating a worker to death who was caught trying to flee with gold and money from his shop in Ambala. More Chandigarh News»

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News Digest: Fight against healthcare graft to focus on India

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Monday, June 30, 2014
		Today's Headlines

		India
		Fight against healthcare graft to focus on India British Medical Journal has announced the launch of a campaign against corruption in medicine, which will begin with its focus on India. Singapore foreign minister arrives today to engage with Modi govt Singapore foreign minister K Shanmugam, who arrives here on Monday, will be the first leader from the Asian power to establish contact with the Modi government. Govt starts talks with northeast insurgents The government has started informal talks with insurgent groups in the northeast to find a lasting solution to the militancy in the region. More India News»

		Business
		Do not follow the markets blindly The question most investors ask these days is: Is it too late to invest in equities? The enthusiasm and optimism in the markets unnerve the investor who has just about recovered from a severe bear market. Indian Banks' Association seeks fee to use other bank ATMs The Indian Banks' Association has suggested levying a fee on cash withdrawals from ATMs in cities by customers of other banks to help recover increasing costs. Can't attend AGM? You can cast your vote online Reliance Industrial Infrastructure will have its annual general meeting on 2 July. If you don't want to travel to Mumbai, but still want to be heard, and rightfully so, you can exercise your rights even before the AGM gets underway. More Business News»

		Environment
		Large number of fish die in three rivers in Assam A large number of fish were reported dead due to water pollution of three major rivers — Kolong, Kopili and Kiling — in Morigaon district, causing concern among environmentalists. Over 2/3rd Indian population still rely on dung-based fuel: UN More than two-third of India's one billion strong population continue to rely on carbon-emitting biomass and dung-based fuel to meet energy needs for cooking, according to a UN report. UN chief wants world leaders to adopt new development goals UN chief Ban Ki-moon added that governments will be expected to append their signatures to the new mandate that will help solve problems that bedevil communities globally. More Environment News»

		World
		Boko Haram attacks churches in Nigeria, 30 die Suspected Boko Haram men sprayed gunfire at worshippers and torched four churches on Sunday in a village a few kilometres from the town where over 200 schoolgirls were kidnapped, witnesses said. Financial woes? Hillary claim draws jibes It's no great secret that former President Bill Clinton is famously eloquent, but it turns out that his silvertongued oratory is quite a cash register. UK spies behind online abuse of Rowling? Best-selling author and creator of Harry Potter, J K Rowling, has become subject to vitriolic abuse on twitter after she donated £1 million to the Better Together campaign. More World News»

		Entertainment
		When Shah Rukh, Salman Khan turned into hot babes These days, actors are ready to go to any extent to get into the skin of their characters. Since many of the leading men in the industry are now playing female characters with waxed arms and legs, perfectly shaped eyebrows, make-up, hairdo and clothes, actors are leaving no stone unturned to look as convincing as possible on screen. Alok Nath: I wanted to explore comedy before dying After three decades of acting, Alok Nath, better known as Babuji, will finally enter the comedy genre with TV show Tu Mere Agal Bagal Hai. LOL: Dumb and Dumber moments of Bollywood More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Playing violent video games may result in good behaviour Contrary to the popular belief that violent video games turn people aggressive, a new study suggests playing them may actually lead to increased moral sensitivity and pro-social behaviour in real life. Pants that let you climb up walls possible Scientists have found that the trousers in the Wallace & Gromit film titled 'The Wrong Trousers', which let the wearer walk on ceilings and walls, are scientifically possible, although you will be able to do so only for a short period of time. Speed of light slower than thought, says US scientist A US scientist claims to have found evidence that suggests that the speed of light as described by Einstein's theory of general relativity is slower than has been thought. More Science News»

		Sports
		Huntelaar sends Netherlands into last 8 Klaas-Jan Huntelaar struck a stoppage-time penalty as the Netherlands staged an incredible late fightback to beat Mexico 2-1 and reach the World Cup quarters. Costa Rica beat Greece to enter last 8 Costa Rica reached the quarterfinals of the Fifa World Cup for the first time by beating Greece 5-3 on penalties after conceding a stoppage time equaliser. The 'real' Ronaldo is back in the frame As part of the organizing committee in Brazil, Ronaldo ­ the - original has appeared in his current chubby form and in his new role as unlikely administrator. More Sports News»

		Technology
		Google says it is not killing Nexus devices Dave Burke, the head of Android engineering, has told Read Write that Google creates Nexus devices to showcase new versions of Android and this year too it will launch Nexus devices. Asus ZenFone 5 first impressions: Does Moto G finally have competition? We have been using ZenFone 5 as our go-to device for the past couple of days and though it’s too early for a full review, here are our first impressions: OEMs won't be able to skin Android Wear, TV and Auto devices Google's new Android Wear, Android Auto, and Android TV platforms were announced at Google I/O last week. More Technology News»

		Education
		Subject wise — New Careers — Job check Choosing the right career path is easier said than done. Q & A — Fact of the matter Jonathan Flynn, professor, School of Physics and Astronomy, University of Southampton, UK, talks to Kanchan Gogate on the scope of a career in particle physics. STUDENT SPEAK — Why I chose physics Physics, as a stream of study, helps human beings' fundamental curiosity flow in a systematic way. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		In city, women aged 16-25 top missing list Two women for every man in the 16-25 age group go missing in Mumbai, an RTI query has found. 'Fickle' NCP chief keeps heavyweight guessing A year ago, when Maratha strongman Sharad Pawar saw the visuals of the lavish wedding reception of NCP leader Bhaskar Jadhav’s son and daughter on TV channels, he said was unable to sleep. Khar slumdwellers use net to dodge bulldozers In 2011, when the civic body’s bulldozers threatened to raze Devasandhan Nair’s home in Golibar’s Ganesh Krupa Society, the illustrator-cum-assistant director started a Facebook group, Khar East Andolan More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Arvind Kejriwal won't shift to Civil Lines house Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal has finally decided against shifting to the house in Civil Lines that had been offered to him by Naren Bhiku Ram Jain, son of former Congress leader Bhiku Ram Jain. 'Music trumps stem cell therapy' Having experimented with several new treatments, including stem cell therapy, researchers the world over seem to be falling back on behavioural intervention and music to heal autistic children. NDMC plans houses for AAP MLAs, MP NDMC might have a solution to Aam Aadmi Party convener Arvind Kejriwal's housing woes. The civic agency has passed a proposal for allotting accommodation to its elected members — two MLAs and one MP — and will send it to the Union home ministry for approval. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Mother's partner beats 4-year-old to death in Bangalore A four-year-old girl was allegedly beaten to death by her mother’s live-in partner in Amrithahalli on Saturday. Cop injured as outdated rifle explodes in his hand A constable undergoing arms training at the Karnataka Police's Channapatna firing range sustained injuries when the outdated rifle he was firing exploded. These cabs put the differently abled on the fast track Deepa Maski, 28, wheels herself with ease into her office in Electronics City, a stone's throw from her home.Her powered wheelchair is good enough to take her to her workplace every day. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		A knotty affair One state or two states, business isexpected to remain a knotty affairfor the 200-year old hand wovenlace industry in Andhra Pradesh, feel exporters and local traders. Hyderabad 'haleem' a raging hit Hyderabadi Haleemmay just turned out to be the most sought delicacy this Ramzan in Andhra Pradesh. In search of greener pastures The farming community in Telangana is a worried lot. With monsoon playing truant and costs shooting up abnormally, many farmers are leaving their old profession and seeking alternative means of livelihood. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Hail takes Chennai by surprise Rain brought relief to the city on Sunday with some parts even experiencing a mild hailstorm. The rain brought down the temperature by 14C. Open storm water drain caused Thoraipakkam dengue case A middle-aged woman from Thoraipakkam has tested positive for dengue. Following this, the corporation’s sanitary officers rushed to fog and clean breeding spots near her residence in Anand Nagar, Thoraipakkam, on Saturday. Residents lead way to improve neighbourhoods Communities and residents’ welfare associations across the city are establishing enduring patterns of collaboration to improve lifestyle and security in their neighbourhoods. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Realty slump hits sale of mills' land In January last year, Riddhi Siddhi Enterprise decided to buy 28,710 square metre land of a closed mill - Star of Gujarat Textile Mills Ltd located outside Dariapur Gate, and pledged a payment of Rs 57.58 crore. 'RTO staff must declare cash in pocket before starting work' The state's Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has recommended that all officials of the regional transport office (RTO) should declare the cash in their pockets before they start the day's work. Amdavad wastes 40 crore litres of water every day As delayed rains leave you feeling parched, it's time to face a bitter truth.We Amdavadis waste a whopping 39.34 crore litres of water every single day. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Rally against drug abuse held Various events were organized to mark the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on Thursday. Woman's body found near lake, rape suspected A woman's body was recovered near Baghel lake on Thursday. There were injury marks on the head and face and the neck slit.Police suspected it to be a case of rape and murder. Seminar on Pandit Mishra A seminar on renowned litterateur Pandit Shitla Prasad Mishra was organised on Thursday. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Puri all set for annual show Puri is packed with tourists for Sunday's Rath Yatra, even as the state government is all set to prevent devotees from climbing chariots amid vehement protest by Daitapati priests. Youth dies, Titlagarh on boil Poll-bound Titlagarh town in Balangir district on Saturday turned into a war zone following death of a youth after his release from police custody. Youth's death sparks mob fury Death of a youth due to alleged police atrocity triggered a mob fury in poll-bound Titlagarh town in Balangir district on Saturday. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Trader loot case cracked, 3 looters nabbed With arrest of three looters, police claims to have busted the gang which looted Rs 2.5 lakh from a cement trader after injuring him in Bairagarh on May 8. Paramour strangles youth to death Two days after 21-year-old youth was strangled to death barely a few hours after he brought his wife for first time to home, cops claimed to have the cracked the murder case. Solved answers of MPPSC paper sold for Rs 50 lakh to Rs 3crore Solved answers of Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (PSC) state civil service exam-2012-13 question papers were reportedly sold for Rs 50 lakh to Rs 3 crore by Delhi-based inter-state racket. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Nirbahaya warriors fight caste divide in Punjab village None of the 50-odd dalit families in Sangrur's nondescript Matoi village had ever challenged the writ of the upper castes until a group of 10 girls stood up and said enough is enough. Modi dreamt of career in adventure sports! You may have seen photographs of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in everything, from a cowboy hat to a Sikh turban, business suit to his famed half-sleeved kurta. Sugarcane farmers to finally get their dues After the Punjab Congress highlighted the issue of non-payment of dues to sugarcane farmers, chief minster Parkash Singh Badal on Sunday announced to clear the outstanding arrears of farmers of Rs 148.50 crore for the crushing season 2013-14. The outstanding amount will be disbursed within a week. More Chandigarh News»

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