News Digest: Yogi snubs Som & Co, says Taj is India's pride

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		Wednesday, October 18, 2017
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		India
		Yogi snubs Som & Co, says Taj is India's pride Sitharaman to spend Diwali with troops in Andamans The 572-island A&N archipelago is strategically located, straddling as it does the major global trade route of Malacca Strait. Campaign recognises contributions of women who help others of their gender In an attempt to showcase instances where women have stepped forward to help others of their gender, the ministry of women and child development is undertaking an online campaign #IamThatWoman. More India News»

		Business
		Nifty ends at new high; Sensex slips from record Continuing its record-setting spree for the third session, benchmark Nifty closed at a fresh lifetime high of 10,234.45 on Tuesday amid optimism over earnings and robust buying by domestic institutional investors. Dhanteras: Gold fails to stage good show The yellow metal witnessed some token buying though failed to take off on Dhanteras, a day considered auspicious for buying gold, silver and other valuables and is largely celebrated in North and West India. As Xi ascends, will economic reforms take off? Xi is expected to signal his future economic policies when he opens a five-yearly Communist Party congress on Wednesday that will renew his tenure as general secretary. More Business News»

		Environment
		Whales, dolphins have human-like 'cultures': Study Whales and dolphins live in tightly-knit social groups, have complex relationships, communicate with each other and even have regional dialects - just like human societies, a recent study has revealed. Individuals, private institutions get role in Mission Ganga The tendering process is too being simplified to avoid bureaucratic delays and a committee of officials has been put in place to approve the projects and monitor their implementation, an official at the Centre said. Orangutan orphans a sign of habitat destruction The discovery last week of two orphaned baby orangutans on Borneo is further evidence that deforestation and illegal hunting are threatening survival of the great apes, an Indonesian conservation group said on Monday. More Environment News»

		World
		12 injured in bomb attack on police vehicle in Turkey Mersin Mayor Burhanettin Kocamaz told another broadcaster, Haberturk, that the attack took place on the street where the local governor's office is located. He said the police vehicle was moving at the time of the attack. 71 killed in attacks on Afghan forces Two separate suicide and gun attacks on police and soldiers in Afghanistan left at least 71 dead and nearly 170 wounded on Tuesday in the latest devastating assaults on beleaguered security forces. 3,250 killed in Raqa battle, including 1,130 civilians The more than four-month-long battle for Raqa, which US-backed forces declared over on Tuesday, has left at least 3,250 people dead, more than a third of them civilians, a monitor said. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Pics: Priyanka Chopra enjoys downtime in San Francisco Priyanka Chopra is certainly in the best phase of her life and is living it up to the fullest. Vicky Kaushal to star with Salman in 'Race 3'? If new reports doing the rounds are to be believed, then Vicky Kaushal is the latest actor to join the cast after Bobby Deol. Aishwarya, Rajkummar to shoot a romantic song for 'Fanney Khan' Aishwarya Rai Bachchan will be seen next in ‘Fanney Khan’, co-starring Rajkummar Rao and Anil Kapoor. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Now, explore planets, moons using Google maps Google Maps has introduced a new feature that allows you to 'zoom out' from Earth and explore other planets and moons in the solar system. Google has also added Pluto, Venus, and several other moons for a total of 12 new worlds for users to explore. Women in science ask fewer questions than men: Study Women ask fewer questions than men in the field of science, according to a study which suggests that female scientists may either be under confident to speak up or simply do not feel the need to ask questions. Scientists witness huge cosmic crash, find origins of gold Measurements of the light and other energy emanating from the crash have helped scientists explain how planet-killing gamma ray bursts are born, how fast the universe is expanding, and where heavy elements like platinum and gold come from. More Science News»

		Sports
		Asia Cup hockey: Red-hot India to play Korea in Super 4s on Wednesday An unbeaten India would start as overwhelming favourites against an under-performing but dangerous South Korea in their first match of the Super 4 stage in the 10th Asia Cup hockey tournament on Wednesday. Kerala HC upholds BCCI appeal, Sreesanth life ban to stay The court heard the appeal petition for the past two days and delivered its verdict, which has now for the time being ended Sreesanth's hopes of not just playing for Kerala Ranji side in its upcoming matches but also to take part in practise sessions at any place that comes under the BCCI or any state cricket association. BCCI slammed over Anil Kumble birthday post The Board of control for cricket In India (BCCI) hastily deleted a birthday message for record Test wicket-taker Anil Kumble Tuesday after irate fans took offence at the spinning great being described simply as a "former bowler". More Sports News»

		Technology
		Micromax launches 4G feature phone with BSNL at Rs 2,200 Domestic smartphone maker Micromax has launched its 4G enabled feature phone in association with state run telecom operator BSNL. Moto G6, G6 Plus, G6 Play to launch next year: Report It seems that Lenovo-owned Motorola is said to be working on its next generation of G series of smartphones. According to popular tipster Evan Blass, the company will launch its Moto G6, G6 Plus and G6 Play smartphones next year. This is Huawei's most expensive smartphone Chinese smartphone maker Huawei has launched its most expensive smartphone at an event in Germany. More Technology News»

		Education
		Lakshmi Mittal donates $25 million to Harvard University The donation will establish an endowed fund for the South Asia Institute at the university. The institute spearheads Harvard's engagement with South Asian countries, including India, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. PM Modi's Rs 10,000 crore plan for Indian universities: 10 points Govt intends to unshackle universities: PM Modi Addressing a function on the centenary celebrations of the Patna University here, PM Modi said measures like grant of central status were "a thing of the past" and his government has taken "a step forward" towards making 10 private universities and 10 government ones world class. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		#MeToo throws light on cities' unsafe spaces 37% of unsafe locations reported by women in Delhi have poor visibility at night. In contrast in Mumbai and Bengaluru, 40% and 35% of the city's locations reported by women have been positively rated in terms of visibility. However, in Bengaluru out of 1,881 bus stops audited, 25% scored poorly in terms of safety. Class VIII student held for abuse of 8-year-old in school House help films wife of employer in bath, arrested More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		#MeToo throws light on cities' unsafe spaces 37% of unsafe locations reported by women in Delhi have poor visibility at night. In contrast in Mumbai and Bengaluru, 40% and 35% of the city's locations reported by women have been positively rated in terms of visibility. However, in Bengaluru out of 1,881 bus stops audited, 25% scored poorly in terms of safety. Pollution panel bans diesel gensets in Delhi till March 15 CM-LG letter war gives car theft a political hue More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Lankesh murder: Photo released, but suspect's face not visible Four days after releasing sketches of suspects in the Gauri Lankesh murder case, along with a video grab showing a motorcycle rider near Gauri’s residence, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the killing of the journalist-activist said they have made no major breakthrough as the Chickpet traders see slump in business due to incomplete civic work Mob attacks team inspecting slaughterhouse More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Telangana assembly winter session from October 27 Car catches fire on Outer Ring Road, none injured 'Don't collect fee for SSC exam' More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		New rly catering policy to come into force after 6 mths Girl, 13, hangs herself after pet's death 'Sivakasi looks at an uncertain future' More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		103 doctors to be available 'on call' during Diwali The Ahmedabad Medical Association (AMA) — Gujarat State Branch — along with the Ahmedabad Family Physician Association (AFPA) on Tuesday announced the ‘Doctor on Call’ initiative for Diwali. Some 103 doctors of the association, including general physicians, ophthalmologists, gynaecologists, and orthopaedic doctors will be part of the initiative. Diwali dazzle brightens markets The Diwali spirit is radiantly coursing through the city. While some Amdavadis have planned a short getaway, others are getting their homes decked up to celebrate the festival in the city. “My husband and I are heading to Goa by car and are excited about the trip,” said Anusha Iyer, a resident of Maninagar. 36 shops under AMC lens over adulteration Beware! The farsan and sweets you are about to buy from local shops could be adulterated. On Tuesday, some 36 shops in different parts of the city came under the civic body’s scanner and suspicious samples of food items were collected by officials of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) flying squad. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Report on pillows of Hemraj, Krishna's had broken seals: Allahabad HC Official figures out: Uttar Pradesh has over 16,000 madrassas Decorative idols of Allahabad markets As the festival of light, Diwali, is just round the corner, shops selling idols of lord Ganesha and Luxmi have mushroomed in various markets of the Sangam city. But with the locally made and moderately priced earthen idols, shopkeepers are also selling beautifully decorated expensive idols of the deity. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Odisha government hikes monthly remuneration of anganwadi workers In a Diwali gift for over one lakh anganwadi workers, the state government on Tuesday announced to enhance their monthly remuneration by 50 per cent. Odisha launches web portal to share government data With an aim to share data related to government departments and development programmes, the state government launched a dedicated web portal (odisha.data.gov.in) on Tuesday. Chief secretary A P Padhi launched the portal during a workshop on open data sharing here at the state secretariat. During the workshop, attended by bureaucrats, the chief secretary asked the departments to put more and more data on public platform for use of citizens and civil society. Naveen Patnaik inaugurates infra projects in Bijepur ahead of by-election Expecting the Election Commission to declare Bijepur byelection schedule anytime, chief minister Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday inaugurated three major infrastructure projects through videoconferencing from the state secretariat. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		40 hours on, police still clueless about car, driver Jabalpur cop found hanging at home, 3rd to end life this month Woman jumps from fifth floor of hospital to save toddler, critical More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		The forgotten Kohli looks to redeem his career Bedi sets the greens on fire Garbage pile-ups near Sec 17 bus stand More Chandigarh News»

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