News Digest: PM Narendra Modi invites China to join solar alliance

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		Sunday, November 22, 2015
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		India
		PM Narendra Modi invites China to join solar alliance Ahead of the crucial Paris climate talks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today invited China to join the International Solar Alliance proposed by India. Samajwadi Party hires fleet of private aircraft for Mulayam Singh Yadav's birthday bash Sources said the party had hired a number of private aircraft to take its ranks to and from Saifai. A senior functionary in the state government said not just MLAs and MPs, some senior government officials too were being taken in private aircraft. ITBP women hoof it to China border At a time when the Army is reluctant to extend permanent commission to women officers and avoids giving them combat roles, the country's premier paramilitary force, Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), has already deployed women veterinarians on the China border. More India News»

		Business
		Former RBI governor sees revival of economy Former RBI governor Dr C Rangarajan said he expected the country's economy to improve this financial year. Pfizer, Allergan CEOs agree on combined company roles Pfizer Inc and Allergan Inc chief executives have agreed on the roles they would assume in a combined company, removing one of the last hurdles to the largest ever healthcare merger, people familiar with the matter said. ADB, Japan plan $16bn prog to support Asian infrastructure The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Japan on Saturday announced a five-year, $16 billion "partnership", including an investment fund, to support "sustainable" infrastructure development in the region. More Business News»

		Environment
		Okhla residents to move court over waste plant Residents of Sukhdev Vihar have decided to move the Supreme Court seeking a solution to the air pollution caused by Okhla waste-to-energy plant. Two rivers turn blue in Meghalaya At least two rivers in eastern Meghalaya have turned blue again apparently due to "high acid content", resulting in death of scores of fishes. Retreating ice behind population explosion in Adelie penguins? Adelie penguins may be benefiting from shrinking glaciers, according to a new study that found the population of the species in East Antarctica has risen 135 times than it was around 19,000 years ago. More Environment News»

		World
		Former S Korean Prez Kim Young-sam dies Former President Kim Young-sam, who formally ended decades of military rule in South Korea and accepted a massive international bailout during the 1997-1998 Asian financial crisis, died on Sunday. Canada to fly in 900 Syrian refugees a day Canada plans to fly in 900 Syrian refugees a day as of next month, according to media reports, as the defense minister said showing compassion for these people sends a message to Islamic State extremists. Hong Kong goes to polls after democracy protests Hong Kong will go to the polls for the first time since huge pro-democracy protests gripped the city, in what is being seen as a key test of public sentiment. More World News»

		Entertainment
		BT Exclusive: Pulkit Samrat - Shweta Rohira separated Pulkit Samrat and Shweta Rohira dated for a long time before they got hitched. She was his steady date when he was the lead actor of Ekta Kapoor’s television soap, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, to be precise. Kriti Sanon, Sushant Singh in 'Half Girlfriend'?     Mohit Suri's movie Half Girlfriend, an adaptation of Chetan Bhagat's book by the same name, might have Sushant Singh Rajput and Kriti Sanon playing the leads. SRK, Priyanka Chopra to unite for 'Don 3'? If the reports are to be believed, Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra may unite on the silver screen again in Don 3. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		One in two 45-year-olds will get pre-diabetic high blood sugar A most half of 45-year-olds will develop so-called prediabetes, an elevated blood sugar level that often precedes diabetes, says a study from The Netherlands. Working vocal cords grown in lab Human vocal cords have been grown in the laboratory for the first time in a develop ment that could one day lead to “voice“ transplants for people who cannot speak because of a permanently damaged larynx. Every third child born in India is premature, say Mumbai doctors Every third child born in India is premature, said city’s neonatologists while stressing on the need to check this trend by improving the nutrition of young women. More Science News»

		Sports
		India thrash Japan 6-1 to enter Junior Asia Cup Hockey final Indian team continued their dream run in the Junior Men's Asia Cup hockey tournament as they crushed Japan 6-1 to reach the final. Indian colts will take on the winner of the second semifinal between Korea and Pakistan in summit clash on Sunday. Sublime Djokovic crushes Nadal to reach World Tour final World No.1 Novak Djokovic pulled out a near-perfect performance as he downed the resurgent Rafael Nadal 6-3, 6-3 in their World Tour Finals last-four clash. EPL: Vardy equals record as Leicester City go top Jamie Vardy equalled the Premier League record by scoring for a 10th successive match as his Leicester City side went top after winning 3-0 at Newcastle United. More Sports News»

		Technology
		Microsoft Windows turns 30: 12 interesting facts November 20, 2015 marks the 30th anniversary of the launch of the very first version of Windows -- Windows 1.0. Here are some interesting facts about the world's most popular operating system. Pepsi P1 budget smartphone with fingerprint sensor launched The price for the next 1,000 units is set at 699 yuans (approx Rs 7,200); once this stock is exhausted, the buyers will have to shell out 999 yuans (approx Rs 10,350). 10 cool gadgets we want to see in India There are many gadgets and cool tech toys that are available in other countries right now but, sadly, not in the Indian market. There are many such pocket-sized and wearable devices that geeks in the country want in their hands, but can't get. Here's a list of 10 cool gadgets we want to see in India right now... More Technology News»

		Education
		New initiatives transforming education sector in J&K: Deputy CM Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh today said the PDP-BJP government was according top priority to the education sector and various initiatives have already been undertaken to improve the quality of education in the state. Now prepare for IELTS with edX's new course on 'IELTS Academic Test Preparation' IELTS is the world's most popular English language test for those wanting to study in higher education in an English-speaking country. Delhi University's Indraprastha College wins Titans Cup  High quality presentations at Titans Cup debate show off the best of Delhi University's debating talents More Education News»

		Mumbai
		GRP men held for snatching trader's gold Three railway police (GRP) constables have been arrested by the railway crime branch in connection with a two-month-old incident in which a cloth trader had accused the cops of “confiscating“ his gold and cash at Mumbai Central Terminus without any receipt. Do-it-yourself publishing: New success story for authors Blogger Rasana At reya's first novel Tell 'A Thousand Lies' was shortlis ted for the Tibor Jones South Asia Prize in 2012. Antiques help unravel our medical history The 'Ayurvedic Man', perhaps the only known historical illustration of human internal organs, as understood by the ancient science; the game of 'jnana bagi' or 'Snakes and Ladders' as it's known today, once used to teach kids how to handle misfortune-most often illnesses -- with equanimity; photographs chronicling the dai tradition in Rajasthan; mendicants' sandals, intricate maps of the human brain, paintings of traditional healers commissioned by British officers during the Raj, ancient medical instruments, and leprosy awareness ads from the 1950s ­ it is a rather curious assortment of objects that will soon be making its way to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		EDMC doctors protest over unpaid wages A group of doctors at a city municipal hospital in east Delhion Saturday protested over non-payment of their salaries for the months of September and October, but later reached a resolution with the civic administration. Stamp duty, govt stance on urban area not yet clear Six months after the central government notified the operational guidelines for implementation of the land pooling policy, Delhi Development Authority (DDA) is yet to implement it. While the Delhi government is apprehensive about declaring 95 villages as a development area, sources in DDA say there is not much clarity on several issues. MLAs to brief schools on law All the 70 MLAs of the Delhi assembly have been assigned 10 private schools each in his/ her constituency. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Karnataka HC orders notice to BDA commissioner on contempt plea A division bench of the Karnataka high court has ordered notice to T Sham Bhat, commissioner of BDA in response to a contempt petition filed by Sarakki Lake Area Improvement Trust. Bengaluru-based doctors to train three Afghan surgeons on cleft lip and palate surgery Under the International Training and Research Center for Cleft Lip and Palate Surgery that has been launched at the Mazumdar Shaw Medical Center, two Bengaluru-based doctors would train three Afghan surgeons on safe cleft and craniofacial surgery. It is a joint initiative from Mazumdar Shaw Medical Center and Deutsch Cleft Kinderhilfe, serving India, Afghanistan, Africa and South Asia region. Special bus service from Bengaluru to Pampa Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has planned to introduce New Rajahamsa service for the convenience of the travelling public on the routes: Bengaluru to Pampa (Shabarimalai). The Ticket fare and time table details are furnished below - Destination: BNG- Pampa. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Maoists set free 6 TRS men in Khammam The six Telangana Rashtra Samiti leaders, who were abducted by Maoists from Pusuguppa village of Charla mandal in Khammam district on Wednesday, were released on Saturday morning. Appoint SEC soon: HC to Andhra Pradesh government Justice CV Nagarjuna Reddy of the Hyderabad High Court has directed the Andhra Pradesh government to appoint a state election commissioner (SEC) immediately. Three killed, 3 hurt as lorry runs amok Five people including three girls were killed in two separate road accidents in Kurnool on Saturday. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Mom's book turns new eaf on age-old wisdom So when Lakshmy Ramanathan became pregnant four years ago, the story was no different. Confused and exasperated it was then that she decided to write, 'For Bumpier Times', which provides answers to the 101 questions that women are subjected to. Lamps old and new light up Karthigai Deepam Households everywhere are busy polishing their brass lamps and scouting for perfectly shaped terracotta diyas. For while Diwali has come and gone, Karthigai Deepam, the festival of lights, is just round the corner. Women behind the wheel Female drivers are in demand as they are smart, punctual and cautious. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Court refuses to cancel warrant against Jain monk The Jain monk who sought eight months’ time to walk to the city from Kolkata to face criminal trial for the publication of a forged government notification in support of Bal Diksha, got a setback on Saturday when a city sessions court rejected his plea to quash the warrant against him. Poll apparatus ready for your vote The stage is set for the municipal corporation election voting on Sunday. Now, IGBC aims to make schools green After having roped in real estate developers, Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) now looks to make schools green. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		AU starts process for depositing contribution under New Pension Scheme The authorities of Allahabad University, after being asked by the authorities of PFRDA (Pension fund regulatory and development authority) to transfer the share of funds, which it is liable to pay against the 10% share of monthly salary of a given employee under the New Pension System (NPS), has started the process for transfer of funds to the central agency. IRCTC to launch winter trips to heritage sites, deserts Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Limited (IRCTC) will start two train services that will unveil the winter charm of the country’s sprawling deserts and heritage sites. Dalit woman thrashed for touching idol A Dalit woman was allegedly thrashed by three persons for touching a goddess' idol in a temple in Rajapur area of Chitrakoot district on Thursday evening. Police have lodged an FIR against three persons, including prime accused Rohit, under Sections 323, 504, 506, 356 of IPC and 3(14) of the SC/ST Act. All accused are absconding. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Man kills six-month-old daughter, surrenders before police A man allegedly killed his six-month-old daughter after a fall out with his wife in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district on Saturday, and surrendered to the police. Naveen breaks silence, says his party is against intolerance Breaking his silence on the intolerance debate, chief minister Naveen Patnaik on Saturday said his party is totally against intolerance. Cropping a calamity, counting her losses Until a few months ago, Jharana Jena lived a happy agrarian life with her husband Prasanna, three daughters and a son, at Uasadiha village in Dhenkanal district.Then the drought came and ruined it all. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Thieves make off with Rs 5 lakh cash, gold ornaments Thieves made off with Rs 5 lakh in cash and gold ornaments, all worth about Rs 8 lakh from a locked house in Hemu Nagar locality here. The theft occurred during the intervening night of Friday and Saturday. Torwa police got the information about the theft at around 1am at night. EC sends central observer for Jhabua by-poll The election commission on Saturday sent a special central observer for Jhabua-Ratlam Lok Sabha by-poll as demanded by senior Congress leader Kamal Nath. Congress in a letter to the chief election commission (CEC) Naseem Zaidi, had apprehended misuse of government machinery by the ruling party and demanded a special observer from Delhi. Farmer falls into well, dies INDORE: A 35-year-old farmer fell into a well and died after a scuffle between recovery officials of power department in Sajwani village of Barwani, prompting a large crowd to block Sendhwa-Barwani state highway in protest for an hour on Saturday. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Free mega health camp in Chandigarh on Nov 22 A team of doctor from allopathy, ayurveda, homeopathy along with yoga experts will provide free consultation at the second free mega health check up camp organised by Joshi Foundation on 22nd November. Vice Admiral inaugurates War Ship in Dalhousie The installation of a war ship at Dalhousie Public School (DPS)campus in Dalhousie , Himachal Parsesh , on Saturday has set a different pace and precedence for institutions of repute to emulate. Students participate in Baal mela As a tribute to India’s first Prime Minister and his love for the children, Baal Mela was organized by Army Public School, Chandimandir for its children. More Chandigarh News»

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