News Digest: Presidential Order puts KCR in a fix

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		Monday, April 20, 2015
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		India
		Presidential Order puts KCR in a fix If chief minister K Chandrasekhar Rao's main agenda during the Telangana movement was providing government jobs to Telanganites, the scenario looks a tad different now. Firms must provide spare parts during product's expected lifespan Is a manufacturer obliged to ensure availability of spares and consumables during the expected lifespan of a product? Stealth destroyer to be launched into sea today The first of the four ships (P15-B stealth destroyers) is scheduled to be launched at Mazagaon Docks Limited (MDL), on April 20. More India News»

		Business
		Startups narrow gap between fund-raises to build war chest The time gap between financing rounds across hyper-growth Indian startups has shortened immensely over the past year as entrepreneurs look to amass funds to double down on rivals in a highly competitive market. Defaulters deserve to get tax notice: Sumit Mazumdar Sumit Mazumdar, a leading industrialist with interests in construction, mining and power systems, has taken over as president of the Confederation of Indian industry (CII). In an interview to TOI, he talks about the performance of the government and the expectations of India Inc. Excerpts. Sebi mulls 'bright line' rules to define M&A control In a major step towards bringing greater regulatory clarity for M&A deals, Sebi plans to put in place new guidelines to define ‘bright lines’ identifying the change of control in such transactions. More Business News»

		Environment
		'Cell tower-radiation no issue if norms followed' The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and National Green Tribunal (NGT) have said that cell-tower radiations are not a "pollutant" or a health hazard if cell towers strictly adhere to the norms that have been laid down by World Health Organization (WHO) and the department of telecommunication (DoT). Walk the talk on climate change: India to developed world The developed world would have to "walk the talk" on climate change and provide a green climate fund to the developing world, environment minister Prakash Javadekar has said, ahead of a crucial UN meet on the issue in Paris later this year. How to make trees grow bigger and quicker Scientists have discovered a way to make trees grow bigger and faster which could increase supplies of renewable resources and help trees cope with the effects of climate change. More Environment News»

		World
		Houthi leader vows not to surrender amid air strikes A Shiite rebel leader in Yemen vowed to not surrender Sunday amid Saudi-led airstrikes in a rambling speech that rejected UN efforts to halt violence there, even as the political party of the country's former leader welcomed international efforts for a cease-fire. Opposition Centre wins Finnish election, ousts PM Stubb Finland's opposition Centre Party won Sunday's general election, ousting Prime Minister Alexander Stubb's left-right coalition after a campaign dominated by the country's economic woes. Egypt's president meets CIA director in Cairo for talks Egypt's president has held talks with CIA director John Brennan in Cairo that touched on regional conflicts and terrorism. More World News»

		Entertainment
		TV actor's connection with Hillary Clinton Pakistani actress Mira Sethi, who’s seen as Natasha in the TV show Shikkan, worked as an associate editor for an international publication. Akshay: Punishment for crime should be severe Akshay Kumar’s upcoming action drama Gabbar Is Back is a remake of the original Tamil film Ramanaa directed by superhit director AR Murugadoss. When Ranveer danced on streets of Paris Actors Ranveer Singh and Aditi Rao Hydari were once a part of a troupe that performed on the streets of Paris before making it big in Bollywood. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Workers using ADHD pills to cope with job pressure Fading fast at 11pm, Elizabeth texted her dealer and waited just 30 minutes for him to reach her third-floor New York apartment. She handed him a wad of twenties and fifties, received a tattered envelope of pills, and returned to her computer. Did you know there are 6 types of obesity? UK scientists have identified six types of obese people in a new study which could revolutionize how doctors treat the overweight. Colour of light influences our body clock, can help beat jet lag The subtle hues of light help our brain tell the time of day, according to a new finding that can help shift workers or travellers minimize jet lag. More Science News»

		Sports
		Mumbai Indians beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by 18 runs Mumbai Indians registered their first victory in this edition as they beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by 18 runs in their Indian Premier League match. Rajasthan Royals trounce Super Kings for fifth straight victory Rajasthan Royals thrashed Chennai Super Kings by 8 wickets as Shane Watson and Ajinkya Rahane hit fifties to help the team register their fifth straight win. EPL: Man City close on Man United after West Ham stroll Man City climbed to within one point of third-placed neighbours United with a comfortable 2-0 victory over West Ham to end a difficult week on a high. More Sports News»

		Technology
		Buying a budget smartphone? 5 things to remember The budget smartphone segment has grown by leaps and bound. You no longer need to empty your wallet to get a good phone with all the bells and whistles. First look: Apple's thinnest MacBook ever Here's a look at the all new 12-inch MacBook... Review: Asus Zenfone 2, the first 4GB RAM phone Though 4GB of RAM is not really utilized to its full extent on mobile devices now, but with apps designed for 64-bit CPUs on the way, Asus Zenfone 2 is also a future-ready smartphone that will probably serve for quite a long time. More Technology News»

		Education
		Jamia launches four courses Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI), Delhi, has launched four courses in gender studies, biophysics, public health and disaster management. Autonomy and after FR FRAZER MASCARENHAS, principal, St Xavier's College, Mumbai, underscores the importance of research at UG level. Walking on ice Siddharth Bhagwat, a second year environmental science student at Fergusson College, Pune, shares his travel to Antarctica. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Citizens beat the heat for Mumbai's Sunday hangout Sweat beaded their brows but they didn’t let go of the tail. As they gently pulled the green-coloured tail, some of them managed to get their paper bird’s wings flapping. DGP Dayal has last laugh after IPS rejig A week after the biggest ever reshuffle in the IPS, DGP Sanjeev Dayal has emerged more powerful than ever before. Mind the roadblocks on bus lane plan, BEST told Transport experts on Friday identified the problems that the BEST will have to keep in mind to make its dedicated bus lane experiment a success. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Raise diesel cess, cut tax on buses for green Delhi In its action plan, cse suggests state govt need not wait for centre to act. Jain meets kin of deceased, promises immediate relief Delhi health minister Satyendar Jain on Sunday met the family of those who died in a massive fire that broke out early morning in west Delhi's Mangolpuri area. Discoms await comfort letter from government to get loan The Delhi government appears to be in no mood to grant the BSES discoms a comfort letter that would enable them to get an Rs 11,000 crore loan from Power Finance Corporation (PFC). More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Fire force rescues 5 trekkers Five youths from Bengaluru who went on a trek to Skandagiri hill, Chikkaballapur district, 68km north of Bengaluru, lost their way and spent a long nightmarish night before being rescued on Sunday afternoon. Badanavalu celebrates humble khadi Sexagenarian Garudachar of the Khadi and Gram Udyog Kendra in Badanavalu, 36km from Mysuru, was in high spirits on Sunday. 70 lakh to vote for new BBMP council Undeterred by political uncertainty over the city civic polls, the State Election Commission has revised the electoral rolls and prepared the ground for over 70 lakh voters to exercise their franchise, if BBMP elections are held. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Hyderabad's Marredpally residents cry foul as illegal borewells mushroom In the backdrop of steadily declining ground water reserves in the city, residents have often complained of how indiscriminate digging of borewells have depleted the water table further. Hyderabad man dies of shock after son's murder In a tragic incident, a liquor store worker was bludgeoned to death at Ibrahimpatnam on Saturday night, following which his father suffered a massive cardiac arrest and died the following day. Amaravati riches claim Tulluru woman's life The sudden riches the state capital has brought to the households in Tulluru mandal have led to a spike in family disputes. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Why areas around sanctuaries in Tamil Nadu need protection too "A newly built resort ready for sale. You can watch the migratory birds landing on the sanctuary from our resorts. Hurry!" When the formula becomes a fossil Once the icon of a generation of urban Tamils, Mani Ratnam has cast himself in a glossy, song-and-dance mould that looks out of date. Mylapore may walk the talk It may not be as radical as a ban on motor vehicles or pedestrian-only zones, bu Corporation of Chennai has a plan that could decongest Mylapore and make it a walker friendly neighbourhood. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Khadi angavastram for Jains It was a challenge of sorts for handloom operators at Imam Manzil opposite Gandhi Ashram. A person had asked them whether they could make the angavastram the dhoti and a wraparound worn by Jains when they visit a derasar ­ out of khadi. Ahmedabad sizzles as mercury levels touch 43°C The city sweltered on Sunday with the mercury levels hovering at 43°C. NRG creates haven for animals More than 200 animals and birds have found a safe haven at Vinam village, around 10 km from Nadiad, as a plot of 1.36 hectare (8.5 bigha) on the banks of Shedhi River has been left in its natural state for animals and birds to dwell in the natural ecosystem that the river sustains. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		1 hospitalized on 6th day of fast-unto-death One of the three students who were on fast-unto-death at Union Hall was admitted in the hospital on late Friday night when his condition started deteriorating. Parental consent, insurance must for academic tours All academic tours, excursions and industrial visits undertaken by students of colleges and universities will now be undertaken only after getting proper consent letters from their parents. They would also require to have a mandatory insurance indemnifying them against risks. AU students to appear in exam from jail A student lodged in Central Jail Naini was allowed to appear in the economics paper of BA-II of Allahabad University on Saturday. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		500m trench dug up for Forest Park road expansion turns into cesspool A 500-metre-long trench dug up for the purpose of widening the stretch of road from Sishu Bhawan and Airport square in the posh Forest Park locality has turned into a cesspool of drain water, sewage and garbage. Train set on fire near Puri after man is run over A mob set fire to the Barbil-Puri Express at Delang station in Puri district on Friday, reacting with anger to the death of a passenger who was run over by the same train at the same station on Thursday evening. Archery contest aims to reform Similipal's 'traditional' poachers The forest department has hit upon a novel plan to divert the attention of villagers engaged in poaching. An archery competition was held for the poachers as well as other villagers at Bahalda in Dukura range of Mayurbhanj district on Friday. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		4 children electrocuted in Tikamgarh Four children were electrocuted after a high tension wire fell into a river in Tikamgarh district on Sunday afternoon. Lal Parade to be decked up for global Hindi meet Tenth Vishwa Hindi Sammelan will be held at Madhya Pradesh capital at Lal Parade Ground from September 10 to 12, 2015. All's well with BRTS: BMC As detailed project report (DPR) is being prepared for metro rail in Bhopal, city’s civic administration on Saturday held a workshop aimed at integration of BRTS and allied services with proposed metro rail. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Elderly who had set himself afire dies Septuagenarian Som Nath, who had set himself ablaze on Saturday in front of a bank branch at Dhilwan for allegedly not getting old-age pension of Rs 250 for the last few months, died at 2am on Sunday. Sangrur shows way through e-eyes Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal’s promise to create exhaustive net of closed-circuit (CCTV) cameras in the national capital may have triggered a viability debate but here a district of Punjab has already achieved the feat that too with public participation. Haryana Harappans had 'stainless smile': ASI It is hard to believe villagers in Haryana, known for their hookah and beedi consumption, had maintained excellent dental hygiene and adopted sophisticated food preparation methods around 5500 years ago. More Chandigarh News»

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