News Digest: 10 years a slave: Girl abducted in 2006 back

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Wednesday, August 03, 2016
		Today's Headlines

		India
		10 years a slave: Girl abducted in 2006 back One June evening in 2006, an 11-year-old girl left home in Khajuri Khas, northeast Delhi, in a huff to stay with her uncle.Between then and her return home, she was kidnapped, enslaved, repeatedly raped, sold in marriage, widowed by drugs, dispossessed of her two children and sold to a dance bar. Ten years and 28 days passed by. Delhi Cops seize meow meow worth Rs 25 crore; 8 held In a massive haul of party drug meow meow, the special cell of Delhi Police has recovered 14kg of the banned hallucinogenic substance priced at around Rs 25 crore and arrested eight smugglers. PM Modi to pick Gujarat CM today; Rupani, Nitin Patel frontrunners BJP chief Amit Shah has called a meeting of the party's parliamentary board on Wednesday to appoint the new chief minister of Gujarat, amid indications that state party chief Vijay Rupani may have emerged as the frontrunner to succeed Anandiben Patel. More India News»

		Business
		BSE rolls out new services on mutual fund platform Leading stock exchange BSE on Tuesday said it has introduced two new services -- Systematic Transfer Plan and Systematic Withdrawal Plan -- on its mutual fund trading platform. Now, anti-dumping duty on steel import from 6 nations India is expected to impose an anti-dumping duty of up to USD 557 per tonne on imports of certain steel products from six countries, including China, Japan and Korea. US dollar ends marginally lower against rupee The rupee on Tuesday closed marginally up by 1 paisa at 66.73 a dollar, advancing its gains for the sixth straight session against the US dollar. More Business News»

		Environment
		102 rhinos, 46 tigers, 89 jumbos poached since 2013 Over hundred rhinos, 45 tigers and 85 elephants across the country have fallen prey to poachers in the last three years, the Lok Sabha was informed on Tuesday. Minister of State for Environment and Forests Anil Dave said as per the reports received by his ministry, 20 tigers were poached in 2013, 14 in 2014 and 12 in 2015. Royal Bengal tiger's carcass found in Kaziranga Carcass of an adult male Royal Bengal tiger was found in inundated Kaziranga National Park (KNP) in upper Assam on Tuesday, a senior forest department official said. Global warming may cause flooding in Himalayas More Environment News»

		World
		Typhoon Nida makes landfall in China, hundreds stranded Typhoon Nida, the strongest to have hit the Chinese coast in 33 years, on Tuesday made a landfall in south China, packing winds of up to 151.2 kmph and causing major traffic disruptions and flight cancellations that left hundreds of people stranded. US couple abandons toddler to play Pokemon Go, arrested A couple has been arrested in the US for abandoning their two-year-old son alone at home while they drove around playing the widely popular location-based augmented reality game Pokemon Go. Prachanda all set to be next Nepal prime minister The leader of Nepal's Maoist party Pushpa Kamal Dahal, better known as Prachanda, appeared certain to be the next prime minister after the deadline for nominations expired on Tuesday with only his name on the ballot. More World News»

		Entertainment
		'Will not rest till the truth is out' "I will not rest till the truth is out," says Jiah Khan's mother Rabia. Manoj: Want my daughter to watch 'Budhia Singh' "Budhia is not only endearing but inspiring as well", says Manoj Bajpayee. 10 cliches used in Bollywood More Entertainment News»

		Science
		Novel device lets surgeons feel what they can't touch Researchers have designed a small vibrating device that can be attached to any existing hand-held surgical tool to improve a surgeon's sensitivity to different shapes and textures inside the patient's body. New drug may prevent vaginal, oral transmission of HIV That's how our brain makes risky decisions More Science News»

		Sports
		Rain gives WI time, India six wickets away from win Due to on and off showers, only 15.5 overs of play was possible on Day 4, during which India reduced the West Indies to 48/4 and solidified their chances of moving 2-0 up in the series. Inderjeet fails B sample test, Rio hopes virtually over Inderjeet has been provisionally suspended and served a second notice by NADA. He will have to appear before the NADA Disciplinary Panel for a hearing and he will be given a chance to present his case before the panel. Stan Wawrinka out of Rio Olympics with back injury World number four Stan Wawrinka withdrew from the Rio Olympics with a back injury on Tuesday, dealing another body blow to the tennis tournament which has been hit by a series of high-profile pull-outs. More Sports News»

		Technology
		In pics: Samsung Galaxy Note 7 smartphone Samsung has launched its much-awaited Galaxy Note 7 phablet, which the company claims is the ‘world’s most intelligent smartphone’. Galaxy Note 7 brings several new features to the company’s Note series. It is the first Galaxy Note phablet to be IP68 water and dust resistant and comes with an iris scanner.The Galaxy Note 7 will be available starting August 19, and come in Blue Coral, Gold Platinum, Silver Titanium and Black Onyx colours. Here’s the all-new Galaxy in pics. Samsung Galaxy Note 7 with iris scanner, octa-core SoC launched Samsung says the Galaxy Note 7 will be available starting on August 19, and will arrive in Blue Coral, Gold Platinum, Silver Titanium and Black Onyx. Samsung launches Gear VR for Note 7, Gear Fit 2 and IconX earbuds Samsung, besides launching the Galaxy Note 7, also launched an updated Gear VR, Gear Fit2 activity tracker and IconX wireless earbuds. More Technology News»

		Education
		Jammu, Tirupati among 6 places to get IITs Jammu and Tirupati are among six cities across the country which are set to get IITs, with the Parliament on Tuesday passing a bill in this regard. IITs will also be started in Palakkad (Kerala), Goa, Dharward (Karnataka) and Bhilai (Chhattisgarh). Paper leak: Telangana govt to hold EAMCET-II exam again The Telangana government on Tuesday decided to again hold the Engineering, Agriculture and Medical Common Entrance Test (EAMCET-II) in wake of the state CID's probe report stating that the question papers were leaked. Governor sets up a VC search committee for Kalyani University More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Bridge collapses on Mumbai-Goa highway A bridge collapsed on the Mumbai-Goa Highway near Mahad around 11:30 pm on Tuesday, bringing traffic to a halt. Couple used maid to siphon off their neighbour's Rs 12L The Kalwa police have arrested a couple, Prem and Anathi Pillai, who deceived a domestic help to part with Rs 12 lakh of their neighbour. The incident that took place in August 2013 came to light on July 26 this year when the maid Mangal Koshti approached the accused to demand the money back. Water way to go! 3 of city's big lakes overflow in 24 hrs More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Demolish illegal religious structures near Birla temple within two weeks: NGT The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed the Centre and Delhi government to demolish illegal religious structures in the Central Ridge area near the Birla temple here within two weeks. HC sets aside fine imposed on Himachal hospital The government told Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva that it has considered the representation of the hospital and has decided to grant another hearing on August 17. Dwarka pins hope on waterbody revival More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		No new liquor licences in Karnataka: Minister Karnataka excise minister H Y Meti, who has been exhorting people to say no to alcohol, on Tuesday said the government has decided against issuing any new liquor licences. Poverty-stricken couple in Karnataka, tries to sell its eighth child Pushed to desperation by poverty, an illiterate couple in Kempasandra village of Malur taluk recently tried to sell their eighth child—a baby girl. The child welfare department intervened on time and prevented Krishnappa and Parvathamma from selling the newborn. Solar project hits snag in Bengaluru as farmers refuse to give land The 2,000MW Pavagada Solar Park—which is being set up on 12,000 acres of land—has hit a hurdle with farmers refusing to give up land for drawing transmission lines. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		3 dead in arch collapse, fourth such incident in Hyderabad in 10 days Wife tries to kill Parkinson's-affected hubby, leaps to death Hyderabad's IT hub held to ransom 'Ransomware', the malicious software that seizes access to computers and laptops until a said amount is paid, has already hit several biggies in the IT industry with cyber crime police struggling to contain it. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Four arrested for lifting motorcycles The city police on Tuesday arrested four vehicle lifters and recovered two stolen motorcycles from them. Tamilian woman ill-treated in Saudi receives financial assistance 10 lakh to Dakshayani Uma Shankar, of Sivaji Nagar in Tondiarpet, who suffered serious injuries while trying to escape the ill-treatment meted out to her by her employer in Saudi Arabia. 'Spread spiritualism, don't convert,' says Ramdev "There are those who serve but also compel people to convert but this is not the kind of seva preached in Hinduism. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Only 60-65 seats for BJP if state elections held today: RSS survey If the Assembly elections were held today in Gujarat, BJP would get only 60 to 65 seats out of 182. This is the stark conclusion of RSS-BJP survey conducted after Dalit agitation broke out to protest flogging of Dalit youths over skinning of dead cow in Una. Two crocodiles to arrive at city zoo from Chennai Godhra case lawyers complain of non-payment by government Gujarat high court on Tuesday questioned the functioning of legal aid society, which has not paid the fees to two advocates, who represented the accused persons during the trial in the controversial 2002 Godhra carnage case. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		More cops to man traffic District traffic police authorities on Tuesday decided to depute adequate number of traffic policemen and home guards at busy crossings during peak hours. Eight inter-city buses flagged off The inter-city Rapid Line bus service was launched in the state by Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) on Tuesday with the introduction of 203 buses. Agitators lock Allahabad University gates, stage protest The student leaders locked all the gates of Allahabad University and staged demonstration in protest against the alleged anomalies in postgraduate admission test (PGAT). More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Sikshya sahayaks demand same pay as govt teachers Over 62,000 sikshya sahayaks in the state on Monday demanded pay parity with government teachers. Biju centenary celebrations in Varanasi The birth centenary year of former chief minister Biju Patnaik was observed in Varanasi.The function was organized by Varanesaya Utkal Samaj, a socio-cultural organisation jointly with the state government. Admissions on for IISER Berhampur Admissions to the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Berhampur, started on Monday.The first class of the IISER is likely to begin after two weeks. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		MP to develop nine new industrial hubs Green tribunal allows abattoir to function till August 10 Bhadbhada: Hawks cut short death wish More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Lost limb in mine blast, soldier denied special pension Tirupathi's right leg (below ankle) had blown up in the mine blast in 1980, when he was posted in Jammu and Kashmir. Punjab Olympic Association's hall of fame to have 160 names A list of hall of famers prepared by Punjab Olympic Association (POA) will have over 160 names - including Olympic medal winners of the state from British and independent India. HC rebukes government over DJJS founder cremation row Ashutosh Maharaj, the Punjab and Haryana high court on Tuesday asked it to explain what the authorities concerned had done in the matter so far. More Chandigarh News»

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News Digest: Lok Sabha passes key amendment bill on reconstruction of financial assets

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Tuesday, August 02, 2016
		Today's Headlines

		India
		Lok Sabha passes key amendment bill on reconstruction of financial assets SC seeks Centre's response on denying Cong tax relief in 1994-95 Congress had got exemption from paying income tax under Section 13A o f the I-T Act for the last 30 years except for 1994-95 and that is haunting it now as the process got lengthy and the tax determination became erratic. After changes, IIM bill heads to Cabinet IIM bill is all set to go to the Cabinet. In June, the bill sent for Cabinet clearance was returned to HRD ministry for further changes. More India News»

		Business
		Sebi pushes SEs, brokers to also use local languages Markets regulator Sebi has directed all the intermediaries in the securities market to start communicating with the investors in vernacular languages, in addition to Hindi and English, which are already in use. IndiGo Q1 net falls 7% India's trade deficit with China jumps to $53 bn in 2015-16 India's trade deficit with China has swelled to US $52.68 billion in 2015-16, from US $48.48 billion in the previous fiscal. The bilateral trade between the countries stood at US $70.73 billion in 2015-16, down from US $72.34 billion in the previous fiscal. More Business News»

		Environment
		Another rhino found dead in flooded Kaziranga The carcass of a female adult rhino was on Monday found with with its horn intact in the flooded Kaziranga National Park in Assam, officials said. The carcass was recovered from near Amkatoni camp under Bagori Range of the World Heritage Site. Rice crops that can cut costs, reduce pollution Mystery of missing Jai, India's most beloved tiger A massive search operation is underway for the country's most famous tiger, with millions of adoring fans worried sick about the big cat known as Jai who went missing three months ago. More Environment News»

		World
		5 killed as Russian military chopper is shot down in Syria The Russian Defence Ministry said on Monday that one of its helicopters had been shot down in Idlib Province in Syria with five people on board, the Interfax news agency reported. A pro-opposition television news outlet Orient News said that the pilot had died. Cross-border attack from Yemen kills 4 of Saudi family Turkey captures 11 involved in bid to seize Erdogan during coup attempt Turkish special forces captured 11 fugitive commandos who were involved in a bid to seize President Tayyip Erdogan during an attempted coup attempt last month, state-run Anadolu Agency said on Monday. More World News»

		Entertainment
		Bipasha and Karan 'twinning' on romantic getaway Mr. and Mrs. Grover are putting their wedding gifts to good use while enjoying their time in the sun and sands of Bali. Exclusive: Iulia Vantur spotted with Malaika Things are taking a massive turn in the Khandaan with Salman Khan's alleged girlfriend Iulia Vantur becoming the apple of his family's eyes. The Dhawan boys go 'Dishoom' Rohit Dhawan is pleased that his recent release, 'Dishoom', has not only got good numbers in the first weekend but also garnered appreciation from critics. We caught up with the reserved but affable director and asked him about the reactions to his action-adventure starring John Abraham, Varun Dhawan, Jacqueline Fernandez and Akshaye Khanna. More Entertainment News»

		Science
		That's how our brain makes risky decisions NASA set to unravel giant asteroid that can hit Earth A near-Earth asteroid that is coming towards our planet after being dislodged by a gravitational pull can indeed strike us and and cause massive destruction. People living in the year 2135 would know whether the asteroid named Bennu posed an actual threat to hit Earth. Juno set to reach farthest point in its Jupiter orbit More Science News»

		Sports
		Rain interferes after Rahane ton pushes India's lead past 300 Ajinkya Rahane's seventh Test century gave India a lead of 304 runs over West Indies before heavy showers interrupted proceedings at Sabina Park. NADA clears 'victim of sabotage' Narsingh of doping charges The NADA on Monday cleared him of doping charges, saying that one time ingestion by the wrestler was not within his knowledge which strengthens his claim and that while practising it is impossible to keep a watch on drinks and thus it cannot be held as failure on athlete's part. Oltmans complains about lack of chairs, TV sets in Olympic Village "For men and women we are using nine apartments so there is a lack of 28 proper chairs and for seven apartments we need at least one table as well. In the staff apartments we've managed to bring in some tables," Roelant Oltmans said. More Sports News»

		Technology
		Buying an LED TV? 8 things to remember Everyone wants a large TV in their living room. Google's latest Android version Nougat to start rolling out this month ​Google, on its part, has not yet given exact dates as to when it would roll out the official version. Evan Blass, who was earlier known by his Twitter handle @evleaks, also claimed that Google Nexus 5 users will not be eligible to receive the new OS version. Sony to sell only 'premium' smartphones in India The move could very well be related to earlier reports suggesting that Sony plans to ‘defocus’ on India along with some other regions and will only sell premium devices to ensure better profitability. More Technology News»

		Education
		IIT Kharagpur join hands with MIT to launch urbanisation study course The Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, is joining hands with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology for a course to study urbanisation in the current developing world, where the concept is no longer limited to the precincts of what are administratively defined as "cities". IIM's announce registration for CAT 2016 The Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) have announced the registration for Common Admission Test 2016 (CAT 2016) on Sunday with the coveted All India management entrance examination scheduled to be conducted in two sessions (forenoon and afternoon sessions) on December 4 this year. Learn-earn-return: IIT Kharagpur launches 'study first, pay later' scheme to raise funds Faced with budgetary cuts from the central government, IIT Kharagpur has found a new way to raise funds through a 'Learn-Earn-Return Fund' scheme, where students will get a fee waiver if they pledge to donate money after getting a job. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Thieves burgle real estate developer's Andheri bungalow Unidentified men entered the bungalow of a real estate developer after breaking the window glass and made away with gold and diamond studded ornaments worth Rs 18.45 lakh in between July 30 and 31. No proposal for separate state of Vidarbha: CM Amid uproar from the Opposition and ruling ally Shiv Sena asking the government to clarify its stand on the separate statehood for Vidarbha issue, chief minister Devendra Fadnavis clarified that currently, there is no proposal for separate statehood for Vidarbha before the government. Night school row: Teachers, student hold 'battery morcha' in Mumbai Hundreds of teachers and students in the city carried out a 'battery morcha' - a march with torches - along the Chowpatty in South Mumbai to protest against the state's new rules which may have resulted in the closure of night schools. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		IndiGo Q1 net falls 7%, may reschedule A320neo deliveries due to engine issues No relief for negligent builder: HC Narela MLA denied bail in suicide case More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		KTCL buses to Karnataka to resume Pourakarmikas plod on amid inhuman working conditions It's 5am on a nippy Tuesday and the sound of alarm clocks creates a cacophony in BS Building on Pottery Road in Fraser Town as people from about 70 houses prepare for another day of hard and hazardous work. Tattered green overcoats in one hand and a set of brooms in the other, women rush to the main road to reach their attendance points by 6am. The student protest at Christ University explained Christ University students stage a silent protest against ‘unfair’ treatment regarding dress codes regulations and attendance rules More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Vizag woman comes out with short film on marital rape Almost 98 per cent of rapes in the country are committed by people known to the victim. Now, confusion over MBBS admission deadline Even as they appear fated to deal with a third Telangana Eamcet exam, further trouble is brewing for aspirants to government medical colleges. Cashing in on a good night's sleep! Once curable with a few simple home remedies, sleep deprivation has grown into a booming business today. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Chain snatcher caught Passers by and residents of Thiruporur chased and caught hold of chain snatcher Nagar Nagaraj, 24, while his accomplice Vijay managed to escape on Sunday. No rain, weather to remain pleasant The city may not get rain in the next three days, but the temperature is likely to remain below normal, weathermen have said. Two die after car falls into 12-feet pit Driver Applied Sudden Brakes To Save A Stray Dog Near Poonamallee More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Empathy for dalits came too late The videos of four dalits, who were skinning dead cows, being brutalized by cow vigilantes near Una, went viral on July 13, two days after it happened. Dilip Rath appointed NDDB's interim chairman Gujarat polls may happen with Punjab & UP: State Congress On a day Anandiben Patel offered to resign as Gujarat chief minister, state Congress chief Bharatsinh Solanki on Monday claimed there was a strong possibility of assembly elections taking place ahead of schedule. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Cong workers take to FB for Varanasi roadshow Allahabad's dentist to train Pakistani counterparts AU Central library to function all seven days a week In a student friendly decision, the authorities of central library of Allahabad University would function in all days of the week including Sunday’s and that too for enhanced hours. Not only will the library function throughout the week but it will remain open for 357 days of the year and remain close only for just eight days of the year i.e. important holidays. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Dhenkanal municipality chairman loses trust vote Ruling BJD on Monday received a blow when its chairman of Dhenkanal Municipality, Indramani Behera, was defeated in a Congress-sponsored no-confidence motion. Odisha to create separate category for transgenders for jail warder recruitment Dumping at Bhuasuni yard put on hold More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Madhya Pradesh: Vyapam scambuster blows whistle on 'violent' Doraemon Kishanganga project near PoK faces Valley turbulence, says NTPC chief Over the past one month, the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) has been facing difficulties completing the 330 MW Kishanganga Hydro Electric Project in the Bandipora district of Jammu and Kashmir with stone-pelters attacking labourers, engineers, officers and even stopping drinking water supply to the site. Kishanganga being constructed in the Kashmir Valley since 2009 is a project perceived as India's victory over Pakistan in the international courts. Shocker: Bhopal water-swamped, but IISER pleads for drop to drink String Of Letters To State Higher-ups Fail To Stir Govt In Action More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Guru Granth Sahib land row takes new turn The controversy over the illegal sale of land registered in the name of Guru Granth Sahib in Chauhan Ke Khurd village in this district took a new turn on Monday. Bar council nod for Aryans Group of Colleges to start LLB, BA-LLB courses Finally, Chandigarh to Dubai from September 26 Domestic budget airlines IndiGo would fly the first international flight from Chandigarh to Dubai from September 26, a much-awaited announcement that is bound to bring smiles on the faces of travellers. More Chandigarh News»

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