News Digest: J&K seeks Rs 7cr for jail for terror convicts

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		Friday, May 27, 2016
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		India
		J&K seeks Rs 7cr for jail for terror convicts The J&K government has sought Rs 7 crore from the Centre to fund its plan to build a dedicated jail for terror convicts and undertrials in Srinagar, to separate high-risk accused convicted in terror cases from inmates jailed for regular criminal offences. Swachh drive to cover Taj, holy places Why's sitting on Nirbhaya fund?: SC to Centre The Supreme Court on Thursday accused the Modi-led NDA government of paying only “lip service“ to the cause of women's security and questioned it for sitting on the Rs 3,000-crore Nirbhaya fund while failing to frame plans for the purpose. More India News»

		Business
		Modi govt reforms have led to macro stability: Rajan Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor Raghuram Rajan has said that while the eyes of the world have been on the Goods and Services Tax (GST) bill, a host of other significant reforms have been taking place in India, leading to macro-economic stability. Sebi: Wilful defaulters can't tap markets Market regulator Sebi on Thursday notified rules aimed at banning wilful defaulters from raising money from the markets. Patanjali faces flak from ASCI for misleading ads Baba Ramdev’s Patanjali Ayurved has come under the scanner of Indian advertising watchdog Advertising Standard Council of India (ASCI) for several misleading ads. More Business News»

		Environment
		Climate change threatens cultural heritage: UN The Statue of Liberty, Uganda's gorilla forest, Stonehenge and Venice - the United Nations listed 31 protected sites threatened by sea level rise, drought and other climate change effects. Researchers reviewed existing data and reports to measure the climate-specific threat to 31 sites. Officials deny ousting "Jungle Book" reserve tribals Indigenous rights group Survival International reported that the Baiga tribes in the Achanakmar Wildlife Sanctuary in Chhattisgarh are being harassed by forest guards to leave the land where they have lived for generations. The forest officials have denied the allegations. NGT raps Agra civic bodies over waste around Taj Mahal The National Green Tribunal has pulled up UP Government and Agra civic authorities for rampant pollution in the Yamuna river near Taj Mahal. The pollution has led to the breeding of an insect which has stained the walls of Taj greenish black. Tribunal has asked the officials to appear before it. More Environment News»

		World
		France labour strikes intensify, N-workers join stir France faced fresh strikes after nuclear power station workers voted to join gathering protests against labour law reforms that have forced the country to dip into strategic fuel reserves due to refinery blockades. The reforms are designed to make hiring and firing workers in labour market easier . Obama says, Taliban still bent on violence despite new leadership Hopes of peace negotiation with the new Afghan Taliban leader came floundering down as US President Barack Obama warned that the extremist movement will continue killing in Afghanistan. Obama made his doubt clears in Japan, where he is meeting with other leaders of the Group of Seven nations. Up to 30 migrants feared dead in shipwreck off Libya Up to 30 people are feared dead after a shipwreck off Libya, while some 50 migrants have been rescued from the waves, the EU's naval force said on Thursday. The shipwreck followed sharply on the heels of a disaster on Wednesday when a migrant boat overturned leaving five people dead, More World News»

		Entertainment
		Pic: Irrfan and Pak actress in 'Hindi Medium' 'Hindi Medium' is a light-hearted romantic comedy about a couple from Chandni Chowk, who aspire to move into Delhi’s upper crust. Revealed: Reason behind Sanjay-Salman's tiff Ram Gopal Varma reveals why he made 'Veerappan' Ram Gopal Varma’s latest film 'Veerappan', which releases today, is based on the life of the notorious gangster by the same name More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Common painkiller could slow cancer growth Scientists have found that one of the most widely prescribed painkillers has potential to slow the growth of cancer. The study, focused on celecoxib, showed that the drug slows growth rate of a specific kind of cancer in animals and suggests it could have the same effect on other types of tumours. Ancient Mars hosted habitable environments: study Widespread buried deposits of iron and calcium-rich carbonates on Mars have been found, which suggest that the red planet once hosted habitable environments with liquid water. Mars' surface has been etched with fluvial features which indicate the presence of water in the past. Government approves MoU between ISRO and the UAE Space Agency The government's decision to sign an MoU between ISRO and UAE Space Agency was taken by the Union Cabinet, chaired by Narendra Modi. It will help in cooperation in the exploration of outer space for peaceful purposes, especially in the study of Mars. More Science News»

		Sports
		Sanjay Bangar named India head coach for Zimbabwe tour "Sanjay Bangar has been appointed as the head coach of the Indian cricket team for the forthcoming tour to Zimbabwe, comprising three ODIs and three T20Is to be played in Harare," BCCI secretary Ajay Shirke said. Manchester United appoint Jose Mourinho as manager: Reports Manchester's new double act will also have on their radar Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger -- who struggles to hide his disdain for Mourinho -- champions Leicester's Claudio Ranieri and Liverpool's Juergen Klopp, who was Guardiola's main adversary in Germany. Kohli ahead of Messi as most marketable player: SportsPro Kohli is ranked behind NBA's 'Most Valuable Player' Stephen Curry and Juventus' French international Paul Pogba and just ahead of golfer Jordan Spieth. Djokovic is 23rd in the list, followed by Messi at 27th and 'Sprint King' Usain Bolt at 31. More Sports News»

		Technology
		6 hot cameras under Rs 20,000 Looking for a camera in sub-Rs 20,000 range? Here are some good options. These cameras are not only good for family photographs, but also for landscapes and scenery. WhatsApp Gold: 6 things to know Heard Facebook-owned WhatsApp is launching a new version dubbed WhatsApp Gold? HTC 10: 7 reasons you should consider buying it The HTC 10 has all the right features to compete with the likes of Samsung Galaxy S7, S7 Edge, LG G5 and Apple iPhone 6s. The HTC 10 will be available starting June 5. More Technology News»

		Education
		Neet: Lobbying by prvt medical colleges to thrive on NRI quota The all-powerful private medical colleges managements now began pulling strings to let the Neet be not a hindrance to their roaring business by way of literally selling medical seats in the open market. DUTA slams MHRD's response, termed it 'evasive and misleading' NEET-II online application process to start from May 26 More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Two held for trying to extort money from businessman Mumbai, May 26 () Two men were today arrested after they were caught allegedly accepting Rs 2.5 lakh extortion money from a businessman, which they had sought by posing as government officials, police said. Kin of Arunachal resident seek CBI probe into her murder Mumbai, May 26 () The family of a 22-year-old girl from Arunachal Pradesh, who was allegedly murdered in neighbouring Raigad district last month, today demanded a CBI probe claiming local police are trying to hush up the case. Move chemical units out or expect Bhopal-like tragedy: Dombivli MIDC residents The explosion in a chemical factory in Dombivli MIDC-II was a disaster waiting to happen, said local residents More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Modi government spent Rs 1000 crore on ads for 2nd year bash: Kejriwal Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday accused the Modi government of having spent "more than Rs 1000 crore" on advertisements to mark two years in office, citing "sources". At the same time, he said the expenditure of the Delhi government was less than Rs 150 crore for a full year. Five arrested; opium worth Rs 20 cr seized New Delhi, May 26 () With the arrest of five persons, Delhi Police today claimed to have busted an inter-state narcotics racket and recovered from their possession opium worth around Rs 20 crore in the international market. Boy 'thrashed', stripped naked in Delhi; 4 arrested New Delhi, May 26 () A 16-year-old boy was allegedly thrashed by a group of boys, stripped naked and subjected to unnatural sex in southwest Delhi's Inderpuri area. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		88,000 foreign patients came to Bengaluru over past two years Cheaper and better healthcare have reinforced Bengaluru's reputation as a global medical destination. At least 88,020 foreign patients have come to the city since January 2014 for treatment. Fees for payment, merit seats up 10% With the new academic year set to begin in a couple of months, brace for a hike in fees for both merit and payment seats in Karnataka's engineering colleges. Blow to Cong as speaker clears Upalokayukta In yet another setback to the Congress government, legislative assembly speaker Kagodu Thimmappa has given a clean chit to Upalokayukta Subhash B Adi (in picture), accused of exceeding jurisdiction while discharging his duty. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		After Delhi, African attacked in Hyderabad, over parking tiff A 23-year-old Nigerian student was attacked and badly injured by a local after a tiff over parking in Hyderabad on Wednesday. The attack comes days after a Congolese national was lynched in the national capital of New Delhi. AP students bag top ranks in T EAMCET State homoeopathy, ayurveda aspirants agonise over seats More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Hold polls for 2 seats by June 1: Guv to CEC Tamil Nadu governor K Rosaiah has sent a letter to the chief election commissioner (CEC) recommending that the elections to the Aravakurichi and Thanjavur constituencies should be conducted as early as possible and preferably before June 1. Hired drivers in state, at wheel too long, cause most accidents Latest statistics from the government show that paid drivers in Tamil Nadu cause the most accidents across the country. Over 50% accidents, deaths in TN happen at junctions Almost half of the accidents, 49%, across the country in 2015 took place at junctions, including railway crossings, accounting for 42.6% of road accident victims, according to a report released by the Union ministry of road transport and highways. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Sleuths apply for SDS test on 'cop killer' Manish Balai, who allegedly killed a police constable at crime branch.Sources in the police said the SDS helps determine whether or not a subject is vulnerable to questions related to the crime. Property tax records inspected and south zone offices.Picking random 500 cases the inspecting officers were comparing whether the records on the registers and the actual measurement of the property matched. Three Kutch sailors languishing in Iran jail At a time when Prime Minister Narendra Modi is strengthening relations with Iran, three Kutch families are anxiously waiting for the release of their loved ones who have been languishing in an Iran jail since August 2014. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		BJP proposes, Cong to ask DM to dispose of meeting Workers of district Congress committee on Wednesday decided to oppose the proposed BJP's national executive meet scheduled in Sangam city on June 12 and 13. Hard to fill 3,500 posts of teachers At a time when PhD holders are vying for posts in government departments, education department is finding it difficult to fill the 3,500 vacancies of Urdu teachers across the state. HC stays BHU faculty appointment The Allahabad high court on Wednesday stayed an appointment made on the post of associate professor at the faculty of management studies, South Campus, Banaras Hindu University (BHU). More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Centre, state to join hands for rail network in Red-hit dists The state government and railway ministry may soon form a joint venture for expansion of railway network in Maoist-affected Nabarangapur and Malkangiri districts. Nabakalebara coins controversy deepens The commemorative coins of Rs 10 and Rs 1,000 denominations were initially slated for release during the festival in July 2015. Investment zone at K'Nagar soon Oil minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday said the Centre has approved establishment of a national investment and manufacturing zone in the state. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		IAS officer who praised Nehru in FB post transferred Bhopal, May 26 () IAS officer Ajay Singh Gangwar and Barwani district Collector, who praised the country's first Prime Minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru in a Facebook post, was transferred by Madhya Pradesh government tonight. Gangwar was transferred as Deputy Secretary in the Secretariat in Bhopal. BJP state panel forwards 12 names for 2 Rajya Sabha seats the one held by Congress leader Vijaylaxmi Sadho.Making their. Rahul Gandhi refused PM position in earlier Cong-led govt: Girija Vyas In the midst of a countrywide debate on AICC leadership after the Congress party’s debacle in recent assembly elections in four states and Puducherry, senior Congress leader Girija Vyas on Thursday said that it is “nonsensical” to even think the Gandhis leadership can be challenged. Denying demands for “surgery” within the Congress, she said, “I have not heard of any such demand being raised.” More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		2 years on, no trace of missing Faridkot man Since two years the fight of a Faridkot family for CBI inquiry into the disappearance of their son goes on abated. Bodies of married man, paramour found Bodies of a married man and his lover, who belonged to a different community, were found hanging from a tree on Thursday in a village of Panipat district. Hooda's tie-up offer gets INLD rebuff Facing vigilance and CBI probes, Congress's ex-CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda on Thursday tried to make common cause with main opposition party INLD against the incumbent BJP for the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls. More Chandigarh News»

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