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G20 Summit: Counter-terrorism, climate change may hog agenda
July 6, 2017 13:48 IST
At least 30 protests are expected to be held here ahead of the Summit that may attract thousands of people, including from anti-capitalist groups. Local authorities expect these protests to remain peaceful and around 15,000 police personnel will be deployed to protect the venue.
Arms Act case: Salman Khan skips court appearance owing to protests over Anand Pal Singh encounterSubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 13:26 IST
Salman Khan was to appear before the District and Sessions court in Jodhpur to post his bail bond. He is now expected to do so on 4th August, the next date set by the court.
Aadhaar gets praise at global forum for financial inclusion
July 6, 2017 13:06 IST
"Biometric technology and centralised databases have begun to be used as a means of verifying customers' identities in some jurisdictions such as India, to support financial inclusion and thereby a lesser use of cash, said the Financial Stability Board.
Eight-foot-long python found inside IAF aircraft at airbase in Agra, rescued by NGO
July 6, 2017 12:58 IST
The python hemmed inside the undercarriage bay of a transport aircraft at the IAF airbase in Agra. It took the NGO almost five hours to disengage the snake from the right wing of the AN-32 aircraft as it was imperative that the python keep calm and remained free of duress.
China’s state media warns India of ‘bullying’ Bhutan, says Beijing may support Sikkim’s independence
July 6, 2017 15:15 IST
Sikkim standoff: The editorial strongly reiterated that 'New Delhi's regional hegemony is swelling to a tipping point' and that India 'has to pay for its provocations'. It also mentioned how Sikkim is 'sensitive' to how the world views them.
Opposition party leaders to meet on July 11 to discuss Vice-Presidential election
July 6, 2017 12:35 IST
The nominations will need to be submitted by July 18, followed by scrutiny the next day and the last date to withdraw from the election is July 21. The polling and the counting of votes will take place on August 5.
Kerala MP Innocent on casting couch: ‘If woman is bad, she may go to bed’
July 6, 2017 12:32 IST
Popular Kerala actor and Member of Parliament Innocent Vareed Thekkethala is facing heavy criticism for saying "casting couch" does not does not exist in the Malayalam cinema industry anymore, but "if the woman is bad, maybe they will go to bed"
Back off or Beijing will readjust stance on Sikkim, says Chinese daily
July 6, 2017 12:29 IST
China-India border standoff: "Although China recognised India's annexation of Sikkim in 2003, it can readjust its stance on the matter," said a state-run Chinese daily.
North-24 Parganas communal clash: Strict vigil as normalcy returns to Baduria
July 6, 2017 12:22 IST
To control the situation, the state government had to temporarily suspend internet services in the four police station areas of Basirhat, Baduria, Swarupnagar and Deganga to check the spread of rumours through social networking sites.
Rajasthan: IAF’s MIG-23 aircraft crashes in Jodhpur’s Balesar, both pilots safe
July 6, 2017 14:37 IST
Rajasthan IAF crash: This is second such incident, earlier, on July 4, an Indian Air Force chopper with three on board went missing near Sagalee in Papum Pare district of Arunachal Pradesh.
Armyman from Pulwama, posted in Baramulla, deserts camp along with rifleSubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 12:30 IST
Officials said that he has decamped with AK 47 rifle and three magazines. A manhunt has been launched to track the soldier. Army has also issued alert to it's formations in Valley to remain alert after the incident. Officials suspect the soldier could have joined militant ranks.
Chhattisgarh: 18 Naxals killed in Sukma operation last month, say police
July 6, 2017 13:10 IST
While the body of only one Naxal was recovered, Sukma Superintendent of Police Abhishek Meena on Wednesday said the police had confirmed reports of the death of 18 Naxals. The body of Uika Lakhu, a hardcore "military cadre", wasrecovered, Meena said.
Narendra Modi in Israel: Absence of Palestine statement noted by Israeli press
July 6, 2017 13:43 IST
PM Modi and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu gave a joint press statement and have signed seven Memorandums of Understanding, ranging from technology to defence, agriculture, etc. Netanyahu called the relationship between Israel and India “a match made in heaven.”
Supreme Court says jobs, admissions secured on fake caste certificates not valid
July 6, 2017 13:28 IST
The apex court also said it disagrees with the Bombay High Court ruling that a person can be allowed to continue in job if caste certificate is found fake after long period.
Eight Tamil Nadu fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy
July 6, 2017 11:46 IST
Fisheries Department Assistant Director Chandrasekhar said that two boats of fishermen belonging to Kottaipattinam in Pudukottai district have also been seized by the navy, late last night. The arrested fishermen have been taken to Kagesanthurai, he added.
Kerala Minister G Sudhakaran flings racial slur at senior World Bank officialSubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 18:07 IST
It is learnt that the World Bank officials have taken a serious note of the controversial remark of the Kerala Minister. Several times in the past, the officials of the World Bank had expressed displeasure over the delay in implementing various road improvement schemes under the KSTP.
Saudi NRI joins hands with Bihar’s Super 30, launches Rahman 30
July 6, 2017 10:49 IST
Super 30 was established in 2002 by founder-director Anand Kumar to empower children with quality education. Since then, over 400 students, trained at the centre, have cleared the entrance exam and been given admission in IITs across India.
110 light utility helicopters to be manufactured under ‘Make in India’: Report
July 6, 2017 10:43 IST
Indian firms like Mahindra, L&T and Bharat Forge are likely to take part in the tender along with foreign partner like Airbus Helicopters from Europe, Russian Helicopters, Sikorsky and Bell Helicopters from the US. Navy is also coming out with deal for obtaining 123 NMRH through the Make in India route.
Pakistani newspapers castigate Narendra Modi’s trip to Israel
July 6, 2017 11:09 IST
Modi, the first Indian prime minister to visit Israel, concludes his three-day trip to the Jewish nation on Thursday. See what the Pakistani media said about PM Modi's visit.
Punjab’s Home Department pushes for an Officer on Special Duty for AG, Finance objectsSubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 09:34 IST
Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Nirmaljeet Singh Kalsi was not available for comment despite repeated attempts. He did not respond to phone calls and text messages.
Police finds decomposed body ‘being worshipped’ in Kerala, suspect it to be black magic caseSubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 08:14 IST
Police identified the deceased as Vazhayil Syed, who had been working as a khateeb in the district. The man had died two-and-a-half months back, said police. According to police, his wife and children were seen praying next to the body. A case of unnatural death has been registered.
Chhattisgarh farmer suicide: He crumbled under debt, and took his own life, says wifeSubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 08:01 IST
In the afternoon, the families did meet Brijmohan Agrawal, the minister concerned, with him promising 25000 rupees in compensation, and to look into the widespread demands for a paddy bonus and loan waiver and education specifically for the families of the children.
Stones from Rajasthan arrive for Ram temple in AyodhyaSubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 06:44 IST
VHP spokesperson Sharad Sharma said that ‘Ram bhakts’ have sent 2,000 cubic feet stones from Bharatpur in Rajasthan because Ram Janmabhoomi Nyas in June 2015 had appealed to them to donate stones instead of cash.
Govt rethinks norms to check adulteration of neem oilSubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 06:40 IST
Speaking to The Indian Express, a top government official admitted, “It is a sensitive issue, more so when the decision (to go for 100 per cent neem-coating for domestically produced and imported urea) came right from the top.”
‘Jilted’ youth shoots girl dead, kills self in EtahSubscriber Only
July 6, 2017 06:38 IST
A student of Intermediate, she was on way to college with her friends when the incident took place, said police. It was her first day to college. In his complaint with the police, Shweta’s father Vidya Ram had alleged that Yogesh shot dead his daughter when she objected to his advances.
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