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		Friday, October 13, 2017
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		India
		'Why no ban on toxic pesticides despite review?' Curbs needed on Uber, Ola to ensure women's safety: SC Himachal Pradesh poll on Nov 9; Guj dates not fixed, but will be over by Dec 18 More India News»

		Business
		TCS Q2 net profit rises 8.4% on year to Rs 6,446 crore Working on plan to rebuild capacity of banking sector: Arun Jaitley Jaitley, who is on a week-long visit to the US to attend the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank, also said that reforming the banking system is the top agenda of the government. Bharti Airtel to acquire Tata Teleservices The country's top telecommunication carrier Bharti Airtel will acquire the consumer mobile business of Tata Teleservices and Tata Teleservices (Maharashtra) Ltd, the companies said on Thursday. More Business News»

		Environment
		Paris plans to ban gas-powered cars in city by 2030 In its latest initiative to reduce pollution, Paris City Hall is planning to ban gas-powered cars by 2030. The controversial move follows Mayor Anne Hidalgo's plan to ban all diesel cars from the city by 2024, when Paris will host the Summer Olympics. NGT asks states to be vigilant about crop burning In a hearing on an ongoing case in the National Green Tribunal based on prevention and abolition of crop burning, a principal bench of the Tribunal has asked all states to take strict action for compliance with a December 2015 order where the court had imposed a ban on crop burning across India. Nitin Gadkari eyes 2019 deadline for Ganga quality Promising to fast-track all projects relating to Ganga cleaning, Union water resources minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday said he and his team would try their level best to show significant improvement in quality of the river water by March, 2019 before the country holds its next general elections. More Environment News»

		World
		Israel to withdraw from UN cultural body along with US Israel will withdraw from the UN's cultural and education body after a United States decision to do the same on accusations of bias against the Jewish state, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday. Pak rescues US-Canadian couple from Taliban-linked group American Caitlan Coleman, her Canadian husband Joshua Boyle and the children born in captivity were believed to be held by the Taliban-allied Haqqani network, which the United States has long accused Pakistan of not doing enough to fight. Fatah, Hamas sign Palestinian unity deal Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh announced the Egyptian-brokered accord in a statement without providing further details about a deal expected to cover administrative, security and border crossing arrangements in the Gaza Strip. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Amy Jackson's look from Rajinikanth's '2.0' Writer and director of megastar Rajinikanth's upcoming science fiction film '2.0' S. Shankar, took to Twitter to share Amy Jackson's first look from the film. Rangoli lashes out at Hrithik's supporters There seems to be no end to the infamous war of words between Hrithik Roshan and Kangana Ranaut. Anupam Kher: Interesting statements made by the actor Since the time he stepped into the Indian film fraternity, Anupam Kher became a name to reckon with. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Last common ancestor of humans, apes was smaller than thought "Body size directly affects how an animal relates to its environment, and no trait has a wider range of biological implications," said Mark Grabowski, professor at the Eberhard Karls University of Tubingen in Germany. Scientists unravel how fever in early pregnancy causes birth defect Scientists conducting research on animal embryos have shown that the development of the heart or jaw in early pregnancy could be impeded by the “fever itself, not its root source,” says website Science Daily, quoting a study published in journal ‘Science Signaling’. Rare photos by early Nasa astronauts being auctioned off From Thursday, October 12, 2017 through November 2, Skinner Auctioneers and Appraisers is selling more than 400 vintage prints of photos, including the photo of Aldrin, made by American astronauts from 1961 to 1972. More Science News»

		Sports
		India end U-17 World Cup campaign in agony, suffer 0-4 loss to Ghana Ghana captain Eric Ayiah scored twice -- in the 43rd and 52nd minutes -- while second half substitutes Richard Danso (86th) and Emmanuel Toku (87th) struck once each to break the hearts of the 52,614 Indian supporters at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. Kuldeep Yadav is a product of Anil Kumble: Suresh Raina Praising Kuldeep Yadav for his recent exploits in international cricket, India discard Suresh Raina said credit should be given to former head coach Anil Kumble for shaping the young spinner. There is no going back on retirements, says Nehra Ashish Nehra, who will be retiring after the first T20 International between India and New Zealand in Delhi on November 1, said that there is no rethinking on his decision. More Sports News»

		Technology
		Amazon announces new dates for Great Indian Festival: Promises heavy discounts on smartphones, electronics Leading e-commerce giant Amazon has announced the dates of its upcoming Great Indian Festival sale. It will be holding a four-day sale starting October 14 to October 17. Nubia Z17 miniS smartphone with four cameras launched in China ZTE’s sub-brand Nubia has launched its latest smartphone with dual rear camera setup in China. The company has launched Nubia Z17 miniS, which is the successor to the Z17 mini which was launched earlier this year. Huawei launches water resistant tablet, Honor WaterPlay in China Huawei’s sub-brand Honor has launched its first water resistant tablet at an event in China. Dubbed Honor WaterPlay, the tablet comes with IP67 rating. More Technology News»

		Education
		7.5 lakh university and college teachers to receive benefits under 7th Pay Commission Post the Cabinet meeting, HRD minister Prakash Javadekar said that the government extended the benefits of the Seventh Pay Commission for the teaching faculty of central and state universities and aided colleges. Anupam Kher is new FTII chairman Anupam Kher was today appointed chairman of the Film and Television Institute of India, succeeding Gajendra Chauhan who had a controversial tenure as head of the Pune-based institute, officials in the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting said. Psychology course 'not rooted in national ethos', UGC calls for revamp According to notification, an expert committee has drafted a new syllabi for the BA/BSc, MA/MSc and PhD of the psychology courses, taking into consideration the “developments in the field of psychology with special relevance to the Indian context.” The committee looked into several aspects like teaching and research in the subject to come up with a model syllabi. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Parsi group blocks Metro contractors outside fire temple Contractors for the underground Metro tried to inspect the premises of an 187year-old fire temple at Princess Street on Thursday following complaints from a section of the Zoroastrian community that tunneling on the stretch would affect the sanctity of religious ceremonies. A group of protestors did not allow them to carry out a survey. Make haste slowly: HC on Metro work Calling for a balance to be struck between development and the rights of citizens, the Bombay High Court on Thursday it could not permanently stop a crucial infrastructure project like the Metro III and that people might have to “compromise and sacrifice“ while the construction work goes on. Rain clouds hover beyond usual monsoon retreat date MUMBAI: Rain clouds continue to ho ver over Maharashtra even as 10 days have passed since October 1, the regular departure date of monsoon. Though the state is set for widespread to scattered rainfall till Saturday , withdrawal of monsoon from some parts of the state may be just a few days away. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Aarushi-Hemraj murder case: HC gives Talwars benefit of doubt Initial probe found loopholes in proof against Talwars IGI to store NE agro products for export More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		46.8mm rain pounds Bengaluru east, south, more on cards today Rain bounty: In 60 days,Bengaluru had 44 wet days Government students can't afford shoes, but still win medals More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Student stabbed, robbed in train Man commits suicide over loan threat, names 5 lenders Dengue sting could last till December, erratic rain to blame More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Weather buoys too go through a sea change Showers give Poondi reservoir, and Chennai, a lift Residents sceptical over Corporation drive against dengue More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		ASI, middleman nabbed for bribery Firecrackers pilfered from Bavla warehouse Security guard dies in accident More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Allahabad University issues notice to 2 ABVP candidates The authorities at the Allahabad University have issued notice to two ABVP student leaders for not obeying instructions ahead of the AUSU elections. Aarushi case: HC to deliver verdict today Party all night An open-air DJ party was organized by Suryansh Gupta and Akram Khan at KP Ground in Allahabad recently. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		ECoR to begin special drive against carrying Diwali crackers on train Railways will begin special drive to prevent passengers carrying fire crackers in local, mail and express trains. East Coast Railway (ECoR) has formed a special squad to keep a strict vigil on people carrying crackers and other inflammable items on trains during Diwali time. Odisha: 98 blocks receive scanty rainfall Two arrested in Angul triple murder case The police on Thursday arrested two persons in connection with the murder of three members of a family, including a 8-year-old boy, at Gambharimaliha village under Kishore Nagar police limits in Angul district on October 9. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Man cremates wife's body on roadside in Madhya Pradesh A dalit man had to cremate his wife's body on a roadside in Morena district of Madhya Pradesh on Thursday. The access route to crematorium ground was allegdely encroached by upper caste people in the region. Local police have denied the happening claiming it as media hype. RSS to discuss Rohingyas, violent attacks at its 'Diwali Baithak' BJP seeks details of development fund utilisation from MPs, MLAs More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Need to change sick mindset to end violence against kids: Satyarthi 22-year-old stabbed in Ph-I Industrial Area, dies UT to hold survey for need-based change policy More Chandigarh News»

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