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01-Aug-2014
Politics
India President congratulates medal winners at CWG
President of India Pranab Mukherjee has congratulated the Indian players who won the medals at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2014. He gave his best wishes to Bijneesh Bajrang, Lalita, Navjot Kaur, Swati Singh and Lalita for their accomplishments in CWG. He wrote separate letters and said that the achievement of the players has proved that the Indian sportsmen are capable of reaching the top at the international level.
01-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Croma & Intel launch Windows 8.1 2-in-1 PC
Croma & Intel have jointly launched two Windows 8.1-based devices – a 10.1-inch 2-in-1 PC with an attached keyboard, along with a tablet with 8-inch display feature. The 10-inch model will be available at a price of Rs 21,990 while the 8-inch model will be priced at Rs 13,990. The 8-inch tablet will only be available in the Croma outlets and the retail site of the company only.
01-Aug-2014
Sports
Dipa Karmakar creates history for India in CWG
After winning the Bronze medal in the artistic gymnastics event, Dipa Karmakar has created a history by becoming the first Indian woman and the second player from the country. Karmarkar collected 14.366 points to finish the third in the women’s vault final.England’s Claudia Fragapane bagged the gold medal with 14.633 and Silver went to Elsabeth Black.
01-Aug-2014
Business
Jet Airways offers tickets for as low as Rs 1,499
Jet Airways declared a discounted offer on booking of its air tickets from 1 August 2014 to 4 August 2014. The offer is available for domestic travel only beginning from 1 September 2014 and the fares start at Rs 1,499 inclusive of all taxes. Also, its competitor SpiceJet has also announced special discount offers which are also available from 1 August 2014 to 3 August 2014.
01-Aug-2014
Business
Tata to launch new sedan to revive its sales in India
Tata Motors Ltd is planning to launch a passenger car to revive its share in the Indian market and cover up the losses it has incurred due to slow economy. The car is named Zest, which is a compact sedan and is built with user friendly features. According to industry data, the domestic car sales of the automobile company fell to 39 percent year on year and its market share dropped to 4.2 percent by the end of June. The company has plans to launch two new vehicles every year till 2020 to boost its sales in the market.
01-Aug-2014
Politics
UPSC: Scrapping CSAT bot feasible
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has informed the government that they would not be able to postpone or scrap CSAT examination 2014. It has advised the government that the examination should take place as per schedule on 24 August 2014. In a response to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), UPSC has said that the postponement at this point could invite litigations as nearly 2 lakh admit cards have been already circulated among the students.
01-Aug-2014
Others
Death toll crossed 50 in Pune landslide
The death toll has risen to 51 in the landslide in Pune. Heavy rains continue in the calamity-hit Malin village in Pune district, causing obstacles in the efforts made by the rescue workers who are trying to dig up through debris and heavy mud. There are reports that 100 people are still missing and feared dead in the area. According to the authorities, there is less possibility of their people there as they are still cornered under the mud.
01-Aug-2014
Politics
John Kerry meets PM Narendra Modi
US Secretary of State John Kerry met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence 7,Race Course Road in Delhi. The meeting took place afer he met External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj. On a three-day visit to India for the Indo-US Strategic Dialogue, Kerry has earlier said that the vision of India Prime Minister is similar to that of US President Barack Obama.

Xi Jinping expects to take relations with India on a new high
Chinese President Xi Jinping has expressed his hope that strategic and cooperative partnership between the two countries will reach higher plane by strengthening bilateral ties. 12 documents have been exchanged including economic and trade development plan, railways, audio visual co-production, drug administration, etc. Indian PM Narendra Modi raised his concerns regarding Indo-China border violation issues before the Chinese President. Xi assured of finding a solution. A group of Tibetans demonstrated against China’s Tibet policy outside New Delhi’s Hyderabad House. Interestingly, Dalai Lama referred Xi as more open minded and realistic.
18-Sep-2014
Politics
BJP Agrees to Contest in 119 Seats in Maharashtra Election The Maharashtra unit of BJP has climbed down from its previous claim of 135 seats to 119 seats in upcoming Maharashtra Assembly election after set-back during by-poll election. After BJP’s climbdown, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut assured that the 25-year-old tie-up is strong and the CM candidate will be from their party. Uddhav Thackeray will contest from either Vile Parle or Mumbai Dadar. If he decides to contest from a second seat, it is expected to be Thane.
18-Sep-2014
Politics
US will Press India to Sign WTO Deal during Indian PM's September
The US has officially said they will press India for signing the WTO deal when Indian PM Narendra Modi meets Obama at White House during September 29-30, 2014. In late July, India had blocked the WTO deal over the issue of food subsidies. Analysts believe this contentious issue may dampen the euphoric mood of Modi’s visit to the USA for revitalising strategic partnership.
Business Current Events
19-Sep-2014
Business
US$ 20 billion of Investment pledged by Chinese President
Visiting Chinese President Xi Jinping has pledged to invest US$ 20 billion in India and give more access to Indian companies in important Chinese markets (fuel, farming, and pharmaceutical industries). China will set up two industrial parks in India. China will also help India to increase high speed trains and redevelop railway stations. An agreement was signed by SBI and ICICI with Export Import Bank of China. Reliance communications signed deals with ZTE Corp and Huawei Technologies Company. Twenty smaller deals worth US$ 500 million were also signed.
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19-Sep-2014
Business
India Seeks Currency Cover from G20 Nations as US withdraws Stimulus
Vast monetary stimulus given by US Federal Reserve is expected to end. To mitigate the effect of its withdrawal on emerging markets, India has urged G20 nations to create currency swap lines for mitigating the impact. With guidance from IMF, Finance Secretary Arvind Mayaram has asked for collaborative solution from G20 countries. He also regarded the external environment for volatility and uncertainty as worrisome.
19-Sep-2014
Business
The Supreme Court on Gas price Fixation from K-G Basin
The Supreme Court has asked the Narendra Modi government to clear its stand on gas price fixation from Krishna-Godavari (K-G) basin. The apex court has specifically asked the government whether it is adopting the same policy followed by its erstwhile UPA-II government or is deviating from it. The Bench headed by Justice T.S. Thakur is hearing the PILs filed by NGO called Common Cause and CPI MP Gurudas Dasgupta has challenged the decision of doubling of natural gas pricing from $4.2 mmbtu to $8.4 mmbtu and also sought cancellation of RIL contract to explore oil and gas from K-G Basin.
Science and Technology Current Events
18-Sep-2014
Science and Technology
No Running Cost for Cold Storage created by IIT Engineers
Unnecessary wastage of agricultural produce may end with few young IIT Engineers creating a cold storage that runs on solar power and the running cost is almost nil. This kind of product has not been developed anywhere else in the world. Vivek Pandey, a mechanical engineering student, along with his team developed this project at Science andTechnologyentrepreneurshipPark(STEP) of IIT-Kharagpur. This cost-effective project has been tested successfully in a farmland in Karnataka.
17-Sep-2014
Science and Technology
Another Flash Sale of Xiaomi Redmi 1S in India 40,000 units of Redmi 1S, popular budget smart phone of Xiaomi, got sold in just 3.4 seconds in India. It is the third flash sale of Redmi 1S in this country. The next date of sale for Redmi 1S on Flipkart will be September 23, 2014. This budget smart phone is available in India through Flipkart at Rs 5,999.
16-Sep-2014
Science and Technology
K Koteshwar Rao vouches for MoM's Success
ISRO Scientific Secretary K Koteshwar Rao has said that it will be the first time in the history of Mars Missions that a Mars mission spacecraft accomplishes the mission in its very first attempt, if Mars Orbiter Mission (MoM) enters the orbit of Mars on September 24, 2014. The Manglayan has already completed its 90 per cent journey to Mars.
Sports Current Events
18-Sep-2014
Sports
Strict Action to be initiated against Male Gymnast and Coach
A day after a woman gymnast accused international level gymnast Chandan Pathak and Asian Games coach Monoj Rana of making lewd remarks and obscene gestures against her during national camp in New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi Sports Complex, Gymnastic Federation of India promised of undertaking strict action against the duo if found guilty. The Sports Authority of India has already initiated an inquiry into the matter.
17-Sep-2014
Sports
Boxer Manoj Kumar to finally get Arjuna Award
Boxer and 2010 Commonwealth Games gold medallist Manoj Kumar will finally be given Arjuna Award by the Sports Ministry after the award committee led by Kapil Dev earlier refused to oblige. The boxer had filed a case in Delhi High Court earlier. The Sports Ministry told the Court that the award committee denied award to Manoj Kumar as it mistakenly believed that he was involved in a doping case.

16-Sep-2014
Sports
UAE beats India 5-0 in Asian Games Championship
Men’s Indian Football team was thrashed by UAE in their opening match in the Asian Games campaign. UAE humiliated India by scoring 5-0 goals. Indian men's football team is now in a tight spot and advancing to the next round seems difficult. UAE took control of this Group G match from the very beginning. The Indian team made some serious blunders from the very start of the game including mispasses, sluggish mid-field, ineffective wings, and many more. 
Entertainment Current Events
31-Aug-2014
Entertainment
US Post Service to honour legendary actor Rao
The US Post Service (USPS) will issue a postage stamp on the birthday of the late legendary actor Vibhushan Akkineni Nageswarara Rao to honour him, Akkineni Foundation of America (AFA) announced. He is the first Indian actor to receive this honour. A special postal stamp release ceremony will be hosted by the foundation in Dallas Texas on September, 20. As per media report the veteran actor’s son Nagarjuna Akkineni said that he and his entire family is overwhelmed to receive this honor. Rao has acted in more than 255 Telgu, Tamil and Hindi films and breath his last on January 22.
30-Aug-2014
Entertainment
Director Soundarya Rajinikanth joins renowned Eros International
The notable production house Eros International has appointed Director Soundarya Rajinikanth as the Creative Project Director and Head of the Digital Initiatives. Soundarya in her tweet mentioned that she is thrilled to play a new role. But Soundarya will continue directing films which is her passion.

28-Aug-2014
Entertainment
Shah Rukh becomes 'turn back crime' ambassador for Interpol
Superstar Shah Rukh Khan has been signed as an ambassador by the Interpol for its ‘Turn Back Crime’ campaign which is meant to promote awareness among people on how they can play an important role in preventing crime. As per reports, Shah Rukh Khan has joined Chinese actor Jackie Chan in the list of ambassador for this campaign.
Other Current Events
18-Sep-2014
Others
Prashant Bhushan refuses to reveal the Whistleblower who Leaked CBI Documents on 2G Scam
Senior Supreme Court lawyer, Prashant Bhushan, today refused to divulge the identity of the whistleblower who gave Bhushan the guest list of CBI Chief’s residence as well as CBI documents related to 2G Scam. He reasoned that disclosing the identity will endanger life of the whistleblower. The apex court’s bench of justices comprising SA Bobde and HL Dattu had asked Bhushan on September 15, 2014 to reveal the source of information through sealed envelop.
18-Sep-2014
Others
J&K Civil Secretariat Reopens Today
The Civil Secretariat of Jammu and Kashmir in Srinagar reopened today after it was shut down due to the devastating flood. Secretariat’s security in-charge said that by 9.30am, less than ten per cent of the employees came to office. Through flood water has started to recede in the capital of the state, many areas are still under water. The Secretariat’s ground floor is still not functional.
18-Sep-2014
Others
Draft Cabinet Note Streamlines Social Welfare Schemes
The Narendra Modi government has floated a Draft Cabinet note for revamping social security schemes. As per the draft, there are three specific proposals. First, it proposes to widen skill development scope. Second, it proposes to plug lacunae in mid-day meal scheme. Third, the state-sponsored pension and insurance schemes (Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme, Aam Aadmi Bima Yojana, and Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana) are proposed to be merged for reducing administrative cost.

02-Aug-2014
Politics
UP government denies proximity with Saharanpur violence accused
The Akhilesh Yadav government in Uttar Pradesh completely denied the reports claiming the CM’s proximity with Saharanpur violence accused Moharram Ali aka Pappu. The picture of the accused with Akhilesh Yadav was published in newspapers and broadcasted by TV channels. Reacting to this, a government spokesman clarified that the CM meets hundreds of people daily and no such allusions can be drawn on the basis of pictures. In the picture, Ali is standing along with CM Akhilesh Yadav at his 5, Kalidas Marg official residence. The spokesman described such news as both baseless and misleading.
02-Aug-2014
Business
Andhra Pradesh plans to construct 14 ports and three international airports
To utilise the hidden potential of ports in trade and related activities, the Andhra Pradesh government proposes to develop 14 ports and three international airports. Under the plan, construction of Kakinada, Krishnapatnam, Gangavaram and Kakinada SEZ ports is already going on smoothly and the government has asked for a report on the development of the remaining 10 ports. These activities are the result of a meeting chaired by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu who said that development of state is directly related to the ports. The government will also study the Naval Act introduced by Tamil Nadu and Gujarat to implement it in the state.
02-Aug-2014
Politics
Separatists call for shutdown in Srinagar
Separatist leaders called for a shutdown in Srinagar to oppose the pronouncement of pilgrimage by Kashmiri Pandits. The shutdown obstructed the normal life in the city as all shops, public transport and many businesses remained closed. On the other hand, government offices, banks and post offices worked normally. Constraints were imposed in areas such as Khanyar, Nowhatta, Rainawari, M.R. Gunj and Safa Kadal. Also in many areas like Srinagar City, Baramulla, Sopore, Anantnag and other towns security personnel were deployed. The protest was called by hardline separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani against the announcement of the Kausa Nag Yatra.
02-Aug-2014
Sports
Indian paddlers win silver medal in men's doubles
Indian paddlers Achanta Sharath Kamal and Anthony Amalraj lost a match to Singapore's Hu Li and Ning Gao to win silver medal in the men’s doubles in the 2014 Commonwealth Games. The match was played at Scotstoun Sports Campus. The bronze medal was also won by Zi Yang and Jian Zhan, another pair of players from Singapore.
02-Aug-2014
Others
Average election expenditure of MPs amounts to Rs 4.3 million
In an analysis done by the National Election Watch (NEW) and Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) it has been found out that the newly elected MPs of the 16th Lok Sabha spent about Rs 4.3 million on an average during election campaigns. For the analysis, election expenses filed by 537 MPs with the Election Commission were considered. Expense by 277 MPs of the BJP came to approximately Rs 4.18 million whereas that of 44 Congress MPs amounts to Rs 4.16 million. For every constituency in the bigger states such as Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal and Karnataka the expenditure limit this year was increased from Rs 4 million to Rs 7 million and for constituencies in smaller states such as Goa it was increased from Rs 2.2 million to Rs.5.4 million.
02-Aug-2014
Others
President Mukherjee calls for efforts to boost jute industry
President Pranab Mukherjee stressed on the use of jute as a packing material for food grains and sugar. Besides the need to develop jute sector, he called for steps to cut down its cost of production. While inaugurating the International Conference on Natural Fibres which concluded the platinum jubilee celebrations of the National Institute of Research on Jute and Allied Fibre Technology (NIR-JAFT), President also emphasised on the use of the latest machinery to ensure quantity as well as quality. He added that different types of jute bags must be manufactured to compete with other packing material such as lighter synthetic bags

03-Aug-2014
Others
Worst ever landslide in Malin village Pune
Landslide in Malin village of district Pune, Maharashtra is the worst ever landslide. Till now it has caimed 82 lives out of which 42 were women, 10 children and 30 men. As per official data near about 130 villagers are still under debris, but hope of their survival is very less as no one has been dug out since Friday. Rescue work is being carried out by the teams of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and other agencies. Landslide because of heavy rain had almost buried the entire village Wednesday. Apart from this there were more than two dozen students who took shelter in the village temple. They are believed to be washed away in the nearby flooded river. Rescue operations to trace them are also going on and will continue till Sunday.
03-Aug-2014
Politics
Tension prevails in Kurukshetra over gurdwara control
Leaders and supporters of the newly-constituted Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (HSGPC) blocked a gurdwara leading to a tense atmosphere in Kurukshetra, Haryana. The supporters and leaders marched towards Gurdwara Chatti Patshahi and made efforts to control gurdwara, which is the biggest in the state. Police was deployed to control the situation but then also crowd broke two barricades put in their way. Members of the task force and other volunteers of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) were standing inside Sikh shrine and tried to resist the entry of HSGPC. SGPC still controls the gurdwara in Haryana.
03-Aug-2014
Sports
Two Indian officials arrested for separate charges in Glasgow
Two India officials have been arrested in Glasgow on separate charges. Indian Olympic Association (IOA) secretary general Rajeev Mehta has been arrested for drunken driving and wrestling referee Virender Malik for suspected sexual assault. They will be presented in court Monday. As per media report IOA President N. Ramachandran said that wrestling referee was not part of IOA and further clarification can be given after Monday once they are brought to court.
03-Aug-2014
Others
Bihar government issues flood alert
The Bihar government has issued a flood alert because of an extreme rise in the water level of the Kosi River and a massive landslide in Nepal. Thousands of people have been evacuated and more than one lakh are expected to be evacuated living along the embankment of the river. The condition has been reviewed in the three meetings of the National Crisis Management Committee chaired by Cabinet Secretary Ajit Seth. The Centre will provide every kind of possible help and gave assurance to Bihar Chief Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi.
03-Aug-2014
Business
Air India to overhaul to target international aviation market
Air India, a national carrier is making changes in its system to take Air India to the next level in the global aviation market. Pankaj Srivastava, director (Commercial) and a board member of Air India said this while celebrating the first anniversary of Air India’s re-launching flights to Birmingham Airport in the UK Air India. He added that opportunities and challenges will be utilized out of the Star alliance that counts 27 member airlines. Fate of Air India and Indian aviation sector can be changed with the young convoy of Dreamliners and the world-class Delhi airport.
03-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Delhi is all set to join Criminal Tracking Network System
To improve its crime-fighting competence Delhi Police along with West Bengal, Jharkhand and Maharashtra is ready to join the Criminal Tracking Network System (CCTNS). CCTNS is a cyber highway of criminal records data. These states are at initial stage of implementing the project which was started by the central government 2009 with an aim to assist the gathering, storage, recovery, analysis, transfer and sharing of data and information among police station, headquarters in the state and the central police organization all over India. An integrated system will be created by CCTNS whereas e-governance will augment the efficiency of policing.

04-Aug-2014
Sports
Arrested CWG 2014 Indian officials to be produced in court today
The arrested Indian officials in CWG 2014, Rajeev Mehta, secretary general of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and Virender Malik, senior international wrestling referee, will be produced before the Glasgow magistrate today. Both the officials have been arrested on separate charges – Mehta was arrested for driving in an inebriated state and Malik for alleged sexual attack. The entire incident has caused embarrassment to India and the Indian High Commission has issued a statement in London saying that it is closely monitoring the case.
04-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Flipkart is likely to sell 15,000 handsets of Xiaomi Mi3 on Aug 5
Xiaomi is ready for yet another round of sales on the online shopping portal, Flipkart. The Chinese handset making company has sold around 20,000 handsets of its Mi3 model in India so far. On July 22, the flash sale offered by Xiaomi witnessed the sale of 10,000 handsets in a short span of 39 minutes. In the second round of sale, 10,000 handsets were sold in just few seconds. On 5 August, the company is going to offer another round of sale; it has already advertised on Facebook that it will put 15000 handsets for sale.
04-Aug-2014
Others
SC issues notice on plea of Campa Cola society residents
The Supreme Court of India has issued a notice to the Brihan Mumbai Municipal Corporation and Maharashtra government on the plea of the residents of the Campa Cola society. The notice was issued to seek a chance and negotiate with the municipal body so that their flats could be saved. The bench headed by Justice S.J. Mukhopadhaya has issued this notice stating that there is a provision by which the unauthorised constructions can also be regularised by paying fines and penalties. 04-Aug-2014
Others
40 trawlers go missing in the Bay of Bengal
About 40 trawlers carrying 640 fishermen are reported to be missing from Kakdwip in South 24 Parganas district in the Bay of Bengal. The official from the Fishermen Association have said that each trawler is carrying 16 fishermen which went missing since late night’s storm. Jaykrishna Halder, secretary of the Association said that the contact broke down between the trawlers and the communication unit of the association after the storm.
04-Aug-2014
Sports
India hockey team to tour Bangladesh
After bagging the silver medal in the Commonwealth Games, the Indian Men’s Hockey team is ready to undertake Bangladesh tour to participate in the three-match series. It is expected that the series will provide exposure to the players before the Asian Games which are scheduled to be held from September 19 to October 4. The team will be leaving for Dhaka on August 5 for the matches on August 6, 8 and 9. They will come back on the next day of the final match.
04-Aug-2014
Others
65,000 evacuated in Bihar after flood alert
As per reports, about 65,000 people have been evacuated after a flood alert in Bihar. The alert was given after a rise was reported in the water level of Kosi river. Thanks to the initiatives taken by the Bihar government, people residing in the embankments of Kosi river were shifted to safer places. The evacuated population has been moved to 123 relief camps in Madhepura, Araria, Supaul, Madhubani, Purnea and Darbhanga regions.
04-Aug-2014
Business
Syndicate Bank CMD sent to police custody
Syndicate Bank Chairman and Managing Director Sudhir Jain has been sent to a four-day police custody by a Delhi court. Jain was arrested by the CBI on the case of accepting bribes. According to a CBI spokesperson, Jain and five other accused have been sent for interrogation in the case related to bribery after they were produced in the designated court. Jain has been charged for taking bribe of Rs 50 lakh for enhancing the credit limits of two companies, bypassing rules.
04-Aug-2014
Politics
Congress terms Kejriwal's rally as a 'damp squib'
Congress has termed the Aam Aadmi Party’s rally at Jantar Mantar,New Delhi as a ‘damp squib’. It says that AAP Chief Arving Kejriwal is trying to mislead the people to attain power after his failure in the Lok Sabha polls. Mukesh Sharma, a Congress leader from Delhi, said that the Jantar Mantar rally by Kejriwal was a complete failure. He added that there were only AAP’s volunteers from Delhi and neighbouring states who took part in the rally while citizens of Delhi did not support him. During his rally, Kejriwal has given a week’s time to the Centre to dissolute the Delhi Assembly and arrange for fresh polls.
04-Aug-2014
Business
Top seven telecom companies penalised for unverified customers
According to a report by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India, around 4.59 crore SIM card users in the country are unidentified. In 2008, in a wake of a series of bomb blasts in India, the telecom companies were asked to scrutinise the identity of all its users. But, the companies have failed to do so which raises a question of security concerns for the nation. As per CAG, the top seven companies have been penalised for about Rs 4200 crore due to the non compliance rates which vary from 4-54 per cent. Reliance Communication, found to be the biggest violator in this case, has been fined with Rs 918 crore.
04-Aug-2014
Others
Gwalior additional judge resigns after sexual harassment by HC judge
A woman additional judge in Gwalior has alleged that she was sexually harassed by a judge of the Madhya Pradesh High Court and had to resign. In her complaint to the President, the Chief Justice of India and the Union Law Minister, she alleged that she was asked to “dance on an item song” and the said judge influenced her transfer to a remote location. According to Chief Justice of India RM Lodha, he hasn’t received the official complaint yet.

04-Aug-2014
Sports
Arrested CWG 2014 Indian officials to be produced in court today
The arrested Indian officials in CWG 2014, Rajeev Mehta, secretary general of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and Virender Malik, senior international wrestling referee, will be produced before the Glasgow magistrate today. Both the officials have been arrested on separate charges – Mehta was arrested for driving in an inebriated state and Malik for alleged sexual attack. The entire incident has caused embarrassment to India and the Indian High Commission has issued a statement in London saying that it is closely monitoring the case.
04-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Flipkart is likely to sell 15,000 handsets of Xiaomi Mi3 on Aug 5
Xiaomi is ready for yet another round of sales on the online shopping portal, Flipkart. The Chinese handset making company has sold around 20,000 handsets of its Mi3 model in India so far. On July 22, the flash sale offered by Xiaomi witnessed the sale of 10,000 handsets in a short span of 39 minutes. In the second round of sale, 10,000 handsets were sold in just few seconds. On 5 August, the company is going to offer another round of sale; it has already advertised on Facebook that it will put 15000 handsets for sale.
04-Aug-2014
Others
SC issues notice on plea of Campa Cola society residents
The Supreme Court of India has issued a notice to the Brihan Mumbai Municipal Corporation and Maharashtra government on the plea of the residents of the Campa Cola society. The notice was issued to seek a chance and negotiate with the municipal body so that their flats could be saved. The bench headed by Justice S.J. Mukhopadhaya has issued this notice stating that there is a provision by which the unauthorised constructions can also be regularised by paying fines and penalties. 04-Aug-2014
Others
40 trawlers go missing in the Bay of Bengal
About 40 trawlers carrying 640 fishermen are reported to be missing from Kakdwip in South 24 Parganas district in the Bay of Bengal. The official from the Fishermen Association have said that each trawler is carrying 16 fishermen which went missing since late night’s storm. Jaykrishna Halder, secretary of the Association said that the contact broke down between the trawlers and the communication unit of the association after the storm.
04-Aug-2014
Sports
India hockey team to tour Bangladesh
After bagging the silver medal in the Commonwealth Games, the Indian Men’s Hockey team is ready to undertake Bangladesh tour to participate in the three-match series. It is expected that the series will provide exposure to the players before the Asian Games which are scheduled to be held from September 19 to October 4. The team will be leaving for Dhaka on August 5 for the matches on August 6, 8 and 9. They will come back on the next day of the final match.
04-Aug-2014
Others
65,000 evacuated in Bihar after flood alert
As per reports, about 65,000 people have been evacuated after a flood alert in Bihar. The alert was given after a rise was reported in the water level of Kosi river. Thanks to the initiatives taken by the Bihar government, people residing in the embankments of Kosi river were shifted to safer places. The evacuated population has been moved to 123 relief camps in Madhepura, Araria, Supaul, Madhubani, Purnea and Darbhanga regions.
04-Aug-2014
Business
Syndicate Bank CMD sent to police custody
Syndicate Bank Chairman and Managing Director Sudhir Jain has been sent to a four-day police custody by a Delhi court. Jain was arrested by the CBI on the case of accepting bribes. According to a CBI spokesperson, Jain and five other accused have been sent for interrogation in the case related to bribery after they were produced in the designated court. Jain has been charged for taking bribe of Rs 50 lakh for enhancing the credit limits of two companies, bypassing rules.
04-Aug-2014
Politics
Congress terms Kejriwal's rally as a 'damp squib'
Congress has termed the Aam Aadmi Party’s rally at Jantar Mantar,New Delhi as a ‘damp squib’. It says that AAP Chief Arving Kejriwal is trying to mislead the people to attain power after his failure in the Lok Sabha polls. Mukesh Sharma, a Congress leader from Delhi, said that the Jantar Mantar rally by Kejriwal was a complete failure. He added that there were only AAP’s volunteers from Delhi and neighbouring states who took part in the rally while citizens of Delhi did not support him. During his rally, Kejriwal has given a week’s time to the Centre to dissolute the Delhi Assembly and arrange for fresh polls.
04-Aug-2014
Business
Top seven telecom companies penalised for unverified customers
According to a report by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India, around 4.59 crore SIM card users in the country are unidentified. In 2008, in a wake of a series of bomb blasts in India, the telecom companies were asked to scrutinise the identity of all its users. But, the companies have failed to do so which raises a question of security concerns for the nation. As per CAG, the top seven companies have been penalised for about Rs 4200 crore due to the non compliance rates which vary from 4-54 per cent. Reliance Communication, found to be the biggest violator in this case, has been fined with Rs 918 crore.
04-Aug-2014
Others
Gwalior additional judge resigns after sexual harassment by HC judge
A woman additional judge in Gwalior has alleged that she was sexually harassed by a judge of the Madhya Pradesh High Court and had to resign. In her complaint to the President, the Chief Justice of India and the Union Law Minister, she alleged that she was asked to “dance on an item song” and the said judge influenced her transfer to a remote location. According to Chief Justice of India RM Lodha, he hasn’t received the official complaint yet.

05-Aug-2014
Business
Repo rate unchanged, SLR reduced by 0.5%
The Reserve Bank of India has kept the repo rate unchanged but it also warned that low monsoon can bring a rise in food prices. It lowered the statutory liquidity ratio (SLR), the amount of money invested in certain specified government securities, by 0.5 per cent. The new SLR will be effective from August 9. The economists were expecting the repo rate to be unchanged and RBI kept it same at 8 per cent.
05-Aug-2014
Politics
Protestors want CSAT scrapped
The government has declared that the marks for the comprehension section of English language will not be included in the final merit list, but it will retain the civil services aptitude test (CSAT) format. It also announced that the aspirants who have given the prelims in the year 2011 will be permitted to attempt again in 2015. But, the protestors are firm in their demands to scrap the CSAT which was introduced in 2011.
05-Aug-2014
Others
India Navy Chief to visit Canada
Indian Navy Chief Robin Dhowan will tour Canada for four days in order to nurture and improve ties between the marine forces of the two nations. As per reports, he is visiting Canada as he was invited by the commander of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN). This is also to reciprocate the visit of RCN commander which he made in January 2013. Dhowan is likely to attend the bilateral meetings with the senior officials of the Canadian Forces. A release by the navy also states that the visit aims to explore better avenues so as to improve cooperation among both forces.
05-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Micromax becomes the largest vendor of handsets in India in Q2
According to a report by the research firm Counterpoint Research, Micromax has become the largest handset vendor in India in the period of April-June. It has captured the market share of 16.6 per cent in this quarter while the Korean major, Samsung has 14.4 per cent  share. The list is followed by Nokia and Karbonn who had 10.9 per cent  and 9.5 per cent  share respectively. Research Director, Devices & Ecosystems at Counterpoint Research says that Micromax is one vendor on which the mobile industry should keep an eye as it has the potential to expand at the international market as well.
05-Aug-2014
Politics
India and Seychelles to promote tourism
India and Seychelles have agreed to form a forum of tourism operators and start direct flights between the two countries to promote tourism. As per reports, Shripad Yesso Naik, the Minister of Tourism and Culture and his counterpart from Seychelles, Alain St. Ange have discussed and decided to increase tourism and cooperation among the two nations. It is also reported that both the countries have also agreed to hold road shows and work towards promoting tourist destinations and products.
05-Aug-2014
Politics
Modi thanks host Nepal for welcoming him with open arms
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that foundation for a new relationship between India and Nepal have been laid during his visit. It will not only strengthen their links but will also make them recognise the 21st century’s opportunities and challenges. He thanked Nepal President Ram Baran Yadav, Prime Minister Sushil Koirala and the people of Nepal for the warmth and affection and the grand welcome which he received in the country. He also stated that he will not leave any stone unturned to convert his vision into reality.
05-Aug-2014
Business
Four Indians make it to the list of Tech Czars
Four Indians figure in the Fortune magazine’s list of 20 “extraordinary” technology czars, the people who can analyse data and process big numbers to produce information that has the potential to transform the operations of business. Arun Murthy, co-founder of Hortonworks, Surabhi Gupta, a software engineer at Airbnb, Swatee Singh, Vice President of GMS IM Platforms and Big Data Capabilities at American Express and Vijay Subramanian, Chief Analytics Officer of Rent the Runway, are the names that made it to the Fortune list.
05-Aug-2014
Others
Death toll rises to 134 in Pune landslide
The death toll in the landslide incident involving Malin village of the Pune district of Maharashra has risen to 134 . Additional Collector of Pune, Ganesh Patil said that 134 dead bodies have been recovered so far which include 64 women, 50 men and 20 children. It is reported that around 200 people belonging to the village have been buried under the landslide. Arrangements have been made to cremate the bodies soon. Also, chemicals are being sprayed in the area so as to prevent eruption of any disease.
05-Aug-2014
Politics
UP BJP chief to meet Meerut gang-rape victim's family
As the tension has gripped Meerut after the alleged gang-rape and religious conversion of a 20-year-old madrasa teacher,  BJP state president Laxmi Kant Bajpai is scheduled to meet the family of the gang-rape victim. It is reported that he may be accompanied by the regional leaders from his party which also include Sangeet Som, who was charged in relation to the Muzaffarnagar riots. Vijay Bahadur, BJP spokesperson said tha

06-Aug-2014
Others
SC agrees to hear plea over gurudwaras in Haryana
The Supreme Court has agreed to examine the constitutional validity of Haryana Sikh Gurudwara (Management) Act, 2014. It will hear the petition on Thursday and seek to quash the committee as it interferes with the religious affairs of the Sikhs. The bench headed by Chief Justice R.M. Lodha has agreed to hear the issue. Harsh Salve, senior counsel, told the court that the situation is serious as the Sikhs from Punjab and Haryana are competing to take control and charge of the gurudwaras in the state.
06-Aug-2014
Others
60,000 people return home in Bihar as flood threat abates
More than 60,000 people have returned to their homes after the flood threat has subsided. They were evacuated last week due to a flood threat in the Kosi river of Bihar. According to an official of the state disaster management department, Anirudh Kumar, the state government has asked the people to return to their homes. He also added that there were around 6000-7000 people who lived in the relief camps in Madhepur, Supaul and Saharsa districts of Kosi region.
06-Aug-2014
Business
Rs. 11,200cr share buyback received by Infosys after ex-CFOs demand
T. V. Mohandas Pai, D. N. Prahlad and V. Balakrishnan, former top executive of Infosys have asked the firm to buyback its shares amounting to Rs. 11,200 crore, stating that it could help the firm to check the imbalance of information among the investors and management. The executives have written a letter to the board of the company emphasising on the need to declare the buyback programme which will show confidence between the business model and the management.
06-Aug-2014
Politics
The Dhoti Bill introduced in Tamil Nadu assembly
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, J. Jayalalithaa introduced the Dhoti Bill today in the Tamil Nadu assembly. Jaya had earlier assured legislation against the “sartorial despotism” after a club in Chennai refused entry to a judge because he was wearing a dhoti. According to the Bill, a person will be sent to jail for a year with a fine of Rs. 25,000 if he bars people to enter clubs if they are wearing dhotis. However, the Bill is expected to face hurdles to become a law in the state.
06-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Website to be launched for doctors to communicate in Bengali
A website will be launched on 16 August to reduce the barriers of language in West Bengal which create hindrance to the doctors to communicate the medical terminology and explain diagnosis to the patients in Bengali language. The site www.bangla.net.in will be used as a tool for doctors who belong to other states and work in Bengal. This tool will help them improve their basic knowledge and serve the patients efficiently.
06-Aug-2014
Politics
Congress seeks discussion on communal violence, Lok Sabha adjourned
The Lok Sabha witnessed screaming scenes as the Opposition led by Congress created a rumpus while demanding for a debate over the incidents of communal riots in Uttar Pradesh and the current UPSC row. The Congress MPs led by Rahul Gandhi raised slogans demanding introduction of bill against communal riots. Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi said that his party members are not allowed to speak in the Parliament and the Speaker of the Lok Sabha favours the ruling party. 06-Aug-2014
Entertainment
Smita Talwalkar, the Marathi Actress Dies
Veteran actress-director of Marathi cinema Smita Talwalkar, has died of cancer last night in Mumbai. She was a winner of two National Film Awards for films Kalat Nakalat and Tithe Meeas producer. She was also one of the directors of major chain of health clubs in India, Talwalkars. She was a producer of six movies and 25 television soaps and ran an acting school,Asmita Chitra Academy.
06-Aug-2014
Others
Air India to bring back stranded Indians from Libya
Air India has deployed a special airplane to Tunisia to bring back stranded Indians in Libya. As per reports, a Boeing 777LR, Flight AI-161 which has a capacity of 238 has left for Djerba. It is expected that the flight will return to New Delhi from Djerba at around 1 am on Thursday. This is the second rescue operation carried out by the airlines. India is sending such special flights to Iraq and Libya on regular basis.
06-Aug-2014
Others
Pran, the creator of Chacha Chaudhary dies
Creator of the iconic comic character Chacha Chaudhary, Prem Kumar Sharma died at the age of 75. He was suffering from cancer and died at 9.30 pm last night. He had created popular comic characters like Sabu, Billoo, Pinki, Shrimatiji and Chacha Chaudhary. His cremation will be done at 2.30 pm today. Prime Minister Narendra Modi mourned his death saying that he was a versatile cartoonist who had given a smile on the faces of people with his work.
06-Aug-2014
Business
SAP Labs India gets a new MD
Dilip Kumar Khandelwal has been appointed as the new Managing Director of SAP Labs India, which is German company's third-largest R&D center worldwide. The ex-MD, Anirban Dey resigned in June citing personal reasons. The company has issued a release saying Khandelwal has been associated with the company for last 13 years and will take up the new charge along with his present role of Senior Vice President and Head of Suite Engineering at SAP.

07-Aug-2014
Business
India Ratings increased FY15 GDP growth estimate marginally to 5.7 percent
On a good show by the industrial sector, domestic rating agency India Ratings increased its FY 15 GDP growth estimate from 5.6 percent to 5.7 percent. It said, “We believe both revenue and disinvestment targets are optimistic. A large part of non-plan expenditure is of committed nature and it is quite likely that the government will overshoot the budgeted targets”.
07-Aug-2014
Entertainment
Hrishita Bhatt Makes a Comeback to Films
Hrishita Bhatt will make a comeback to Bollywood with the upcoming film “Bhai Ka Maal Hai”. The film will be directed and written by Anil Goyal and produced by Rajesh Agarwal under the banner of RTM Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Delhi. The release date of the film is not declared yet. She was last seen in the movie ‘Anuradha’.
07-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Nokia India Head Balaji Quits
P. Balaji, Nokia’s India head has resigned and according to sources, many other employees may follow. His resignation has come amidst the new Microsoft set up. Microsoft bought the global devices business of Nokia in April. A Microsoft spokesperson said, “After spending almost two years with Nokia and now in Microsoft Devices Group (MDG), P Balaji has decided to move on from the organisation for personal reasons”. The software giant denied that Balaji’s exit was related to the bigger changes announced by the company in July.
07-Aug-2014
Entertainment
Narendra Modi to be assisted by Google to Develop Varanasi as Culture Hub
PM Narendra Modi has initiated the process of developing Varanasi as a national hub for culture and heritage. As per reports, Google along with technicians, consultants, professionals, etc. are working on the project to identify the tourism hotspots and improve security and movement in the city. Many companies have shown interest to assist the government after Modi announced his interest in developing Varanasi. However, Google declined to comment on this and said, “As part of our ongoing initiative with the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to bring India's national monuments online, we continue to explore opportunities to collaborate further. We have nothing more to share at this point”. 07-Aug-2014
Sports
At Chess Olympiad, India Wins Round Five
At the 41st World Chess Olympiad in Norway, Indian open and women teams have won their fifth round against Montenegro and Austria respectively. Women team made a clean sweep over Austria with 4-0 score, while the open team scored 3.5-0.5 against Montenegro. 07-Aug-2014
Business
In Early Trade, Sensex down over 18 Points, Rail Shares Cruise Ahead
In early trade today, the benchmark BSE Sensex declined over 18 points, extending Wednesday’s losses. A weak trend overseas made investors reflect dampening trading sentiment. The 30-share barometer fell by 18.84 or 0.07 percent in early trade. It had already lost 242.74 points in the previous session. Amidst this, companies involved in railway-related businesses were in demand after the government yesterday approved FDI in the sector. Nifty also shed 4.25 points or 0.06 percent. 07-Aug-2014
Politics
Sacking of Governor Kamla Beniwal was not Politically Motivated, Says Government
The government today justified the sacking of the Governor of Mizoram Kamla Beniwal yesterday. She was just two months short of completing her tenure as the Governor of the state. The ruling government confronted the opposition allegations of “vendetta politics”. According to sources, Beniwal had differences with Narendra Modi while he was the CM of Gujarat. Exactly a month ago, she was shifted from Gujarat to Mizoram. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Venkaiah Naidu said, "Action was taken as per Constitution. There are serious allegations against Kamla Beniwal”. 07-Aug-2014
Politics
IM Commander Yasin Bhatkal to be questioned by UP Police
Indian Mujahideen commander Yasin Bhatkal will soon be questioned by the UP Anti-Terror squad before August 10. After the interrogation, he is certain to be taken on remand by other states. Formalities for his remand are underway, officials said. Additional Director General Mukul Goyal said Bhatkal had a role in the Sheetla Ghat blasts that occurred in Varanasi on December 7, 2010. The blast was carried out by IM operative Tehseen Akhtar. 07-Aug-2014
Politics
Union Cabinet Approves Lowering Juvenile Age from 18 to 16
The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved lowering of age of juveniles from current 18 years to 16 years. The move is aimed at arresting the growing instances of juveniles committing heinous crimes such as rape, etc., and to empower Juvenile Justice Board to decide whether a juvenile aged above 16 is to be tried as a major or be sent to an observation home. The bill, however, makes it clear that in no case the juvenile will be awarded death penalty or life imprisonment.

08-Aug-2014
Politics
Government submits draft guidelines to regulate plying of e-rickshaw
The Central government has submitted the draft guidelines in the Delhi High Court to regulate plying of e-rickshaws. The guidelines are submitted to bring these battery- operated commercial vehicles under the Motor Vehicles Act. The ministry of road transport and highways has said the guidelines will be finalised in the next two months and the ban on these vehicles should be suspended till the final decision is made. The matter will be heard by the bench of Justice Siddharth Mridul and Justice B.D. Ahmed. 08-Aug-2014
Business
Vishal Sikka approves 5000 promotions in Infosys to control attrition
As per reports, the newly appointed CEO of Infosys has approved 5000 promotions in order to retain the primary members of the firm and improve employee morale. The firm’s attrition rate is recorded at 19.5 percent in the quarter of April-June in financial year 2014-15. This is higher than the rate recorded previous year, i.e. 16.9 percent. Accoridng to reports, the promotions will be given to employees in the L3 to L5 grade which implies the software programmers and higher positions.
08-Aug-2014
Business
Sale of cars and bikes rise in July
A growth in sales of cars has been reported at the rate of 5.04 percent which means a sale of 1,37,873 units as compared to 1,31,257 units last year in the same month. According to Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), the 6.17 percent growth has been reported in the sales of motorcycles, i.e. 8,59,290 units which was 8,09,386 last year. The overall two wheeler sales have also witnessed growth of 13.73 percent in July 2014. However, there is a decrease in the total sales of commercial vehicles.
08-Aug-2014
Politics
Kejriwal and other AAP leaders granted bail
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal and four other leaders from the party have been granted bail by the Delhi High Court in case related to the party’s agitation near North block in January 2014. Kejriwal along with Manish Sisodia, Somnath Bharti, Rakhi Birla and Ashutosh appeared before Akash Jain, Metropolitan Magistrate who granted them bail on a personal bond of Rs. 5,000. The next hearing in this matter is scheduled for 28 October.
08-Aug-2014
Politics
Veteran BJP leader Jaswant Singh's health critical
Veteran BJP leader Jaswant Singh was admitted to hospital after he received severe head injuries due to an accident at his residence. As per reports, his condition is critical and he has been put on life support system and is being constantly monitored by a team of neurosurgeons. In a statement from the government he is in coma and the urgent CT scan of head has shown acute subdural haematoma with effect, midline shift and contusion of the brain substance.
08-Aug-2014
Politics
Government gives reasons for sacking Beniwal
The government has given reasons in response to the accusations it has received from the Opposition over the sacking of Mizoram Governor, Kamla Beniwal. They said the first reason is that it has cost Rs. 1,216 crore to Gujarat government in central funds during her tenure over a crucial bill. Secondly, Beniwal had an 'unethical involvement' in the matters of cooperative society of Jaipur, as given by the report from Rajasthan government. Her removal has been termed as “political vendetta” by the Opposition which is due to her ongoing conflict with Modi when he was the Chief Minister of Gujarat.
08-Aug-2014
Politics
Hagel and Modi to meet today
Chuck Hagel,US Defence Secretary will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi today. Hagel is on a three- day visit to India to discuss strategic ties and boost defence sector. Hagel will also meet External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, Defence Minister Arun Jaitley and Ajit Doval, Natioanl security Advisor during his visit. He had earlier said that he wanted to take advantage of this opportunity by meeting the new government of India. He also said that he wanted to get acquainted with Modi prior to his visit to the US in September.
08-Aug-2014
Entertainment
Film Council to be remodelled soon
The Kerala State Chalachitra Academy’s general council will soon be modelled. The restructuring will take place soon, as the Chairman of the council S. Priyadarsan has completed his tenure. Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan, Minister for Cinema said in a press conference that the reconstitution of the council will be done in view of the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK). The government has taken opinions from filmmakers like Shaji N. Karun and Adoor Gopalkrishnan regarding the new committee. Their suggestions will be considered and the council will be formed thereafter.
08-Aug-2014
Sports
Arjun Award selection committee to be headed by Kapil Dev
The list of the sportspersons to be awarded with the Arjuna Award this year will be decided by former Indian cricketer Kapil Dev. He will be heading the selection committee for the Arjuna Awards, while hockey skipper Ajitpal Singh will be selecting the Dronacharya awards. According to reports, the government has already issued notification to the concerned persons. The awards will be declared on 29 August which is also the National Sports Day.
08-Aug-2014
Others
Six people injured in train robbery in Bihar
Six people have been injured by robbers and looted of cash and valuables at gun point in a train in Jamui district of Bihar. The robbers attacked the Gorakhpur-bound Purvanchal Express. They attacked the passengers with knives when they tried to resist the robbery. According to passengers, there was no police security on the train and they also protested and shouted slogans against the insufficient security in trains.

09-Aug-2014
Others
Students from northeastern state carry out cleanliness drive in Delhi University
To encourage civic sense among students near about 200 students took part in cleanliness drive in Delhi University. Students were from the northeastern states studying in different colleges of Delhi University. They started drive under "I love Delhi University" banner and cleaned the dirty part of south campus. Students also vow to clean other parts of the university and for this they will organize more such campaigns in future. J.T. Tagam, representative of the Arunachal Pradesh Students Union in Delhi also took part in the drive and added that this drive will create positive understanding between students from northeastern states and Delhi.
09-Aug-2014
Politics
PM Narendra Modi is confident to fulfill hopes of people
Prime Minister Narendra Modi completed 60 days in office and he is confident that he will fulfill the hopes of the people. He said these words in the first national council meet of the BJP at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. Modi also mentioned the Bharatiya Janata Party’s excellent performance in the Lok Sabha polls. Modi said that people at that time had performed their duty and now it is party’s turn. The strong government in Delhi has also change the attitude of the world towards India.
09-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Online app to get police clearance certificate launched in Delhi
Applying and getting police clearance certificate (PCC) for Delhiites has become much easier with the launch of a Delhi Police web application by Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday. People who need PCC for emigration and employment will be benefitted because of this quick online process. Singh also added that application will benefit approximately 1,00,000 people in a year. The application was launched at Delhi's Vigyan Bhawan, where Singh also urged the Policemen to maintain the honour of their uniform. He also congratulated the Police for implementing the latest technology in policing.
09-Aug-2014
Business
Operation suspended at Tata's ferro alloys plant in Odisha
Unavailability of raw material forced Tata Steel to shut down its 50,000 tonnes per annum ferro alloys plant in Odisha. Raw material crisis arose because work at Sukinda chromite mine came to halt on May 17. Reason behind this is the non-renewal of lease. As per media reports, livelihood of more than 6,000 people has been affected by the postponement of work at Sukinda and Bamnipal. The government will also suffer a loss of revenue with the suspension of work.
09-Aug-2014
Others
Former BJP leader Jaswant Singh hospitalised
Former BJP leader Jaswant Singh fell at his residence and was left with a head injury. He was brought to Army Research and Referral hospital by his family members when they found him lying unconscious on the floor of the home. Jaswant Singh slipped in coma and is still in a very critical condition. A team of neurosurgeons is keeping a regular watch on his condition. But he is on life support systems and his condition is still critical. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had words with Jaswant Singh’s family. He also prayed for Singh’s quick recovery.
09-Aug-2014
Politics
Sachin broke silence over not attending parliamentary session
Veteran cricket player Sachin Tendulkar’s absence from the Rajya Sabha is in news. On Friday he stated a family emergency as a reason for his absence from the Parliament session. As per media reports, Tendulkar said that in no way he wanted to disrespect any institution. Though he wanted to keep family affairs private, but broke his silence after an upheaval over the issue. He added that he had to stay by his elder brother’s side because he had to undergo bypass surgery. Though regular discussions on the absence of Tendulkar and legendary actress Rekha from attending parliamentary sessions keep going on, but Rajya Sabha deputy chairman P.J. Kurien made clear that none of them have violated the norms or rules of the Parliament.

10-Aug-2014
Others
Delhi mayors request Governor to allow e-rickshaws
Mayors of three municipal corporation met Lt. Governor Najeeb Jung in regard to the ply of e-rickshaws in Delhi till the formation of a policy. Yogendra Chandolia of north, Meenakshi of east and Khushi Ram of south Delhi and leader of the house of south requested Jung to request to the Delhi High Court in this regard. On 31 July, the High court ordered an immediate ban on e-rickshaw in Delhi because of its unregulated functioning. These e-rickshaws are unsafe for the citizens as well as for the other traffic on the road. The court on Friday stated that no e-rickshaw will be allowed to ply on road without registration and insurance. The driver must have a valid driver’s license to drive-rickshaw.
10-Aug-2014
Politics
Prime Minister blames Congress for playing old vote bank politics
Prime Minister Narendra Modi without naming the party blamed Congress for playing ‘old vote bank politics’ and troubling the social fabric of the nation. In his speech at the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) first national council meet at the Jawaharlal Nehru stadium he referred Congress by stating that the party which suffered a massive defeat is playing this game. Peace, unity and harmony are quintessential for the progress and development of India so can never be compromised. He made the statement in reaction to the statement made by Congress and other opposition party like the Samajwadi Party in which they blamed BJP for encouraging communal violence in UP.
10-Aug-2014
Others
Health ministry is taking strict measures against Ebola virus
Health Minister Harsh Vardhan stated that government is taking stringent measures to prevent the spread of deadly Ebola virus disease (EVD) in India. At present there is neither confirmed nor suspected Ebola virus infected person in India. But still government has made helpline number operational ( 23063205, 23061469 and 23061302). The centre has received 30 calls so far in which callers wanted to know more about the disease.
10-Aug-2014
Business
Surat Dreams, a prominent textile exhibition concludes
Surat Dreams, India’s foremost textile exhibition in Hyderabad concluded on Saturday. ‘Fashion Thrills’ amalgamating the style and glamour was also organized on the concluding day. It was graced by celebrities like Samantha Prabhu, Taapsee Pannu and Pranitha Subhash. Many exhibitors across the world took part in the exhibition. Exhibition boosted the business relationships between buyers and manufacturers. The finale was visited by 1,000 visitors from all over India.
10-Aug-2014
Business
Veteran designer Rohit Bal walks on ramp for Azva
Rohit Bal, a renowned fashion designer became a showstopper for Azva, a jewelry brand at the India Bridal Fashion Week (IBFW) in Delhi. He wore a formal plain ivory sherwani and displayed a kind of brooch. As per media report, the veteran fashion designer felt extremely happy on his role reversal. The ramp was also adorned by socialite Priya Sachdev and actress Nargis Fakhri. Jewelry showcased includes 22 carat gold bangles, earrings, rani-haars and chokers.
10-Aug-2014
Sports
Open and Women's chess team wins in chess Olympiad
India’s open and women’s chess teams won against Qatar and the Netherlands respectively. Teams won the seventh round of the World Chess Olympiad being held in Norway. The 19th seeded Indian open team saw the winning of two games and drawing of two games against Qatar. On the other hand, fifth seeded Indian women’s team won by 3.5-0.5 against the Netherlands. GM Sethuraman S.P is displaying an impressive show in the tournament without losing a single game. But on the same day world champion GM Magnus Carlsen was defeated by German GM Arkadij Naiditsch in 62 move.

11-Aug-2014
Entertainment
Shah Rukh Khan's dance with policewoman raised controversy
A controversy has emerged after a policewoman danced with Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan during an event meant for West Bengal police. The politicians from the Opposition have criticised that the policewoman should not have been allowed to dance on stage with her uniform which undermine respect for the police. Mamata Bannerjee, the leader of the state has also been criticised for allowing such performance. The incident took place at the annual state police cultural event held in West Bengal. Shah Rukh Khan has been recently declared the brand ambassador for West Bengal.
11-Aug-2014
Business
HR Experts: Manufacturing sector to hire
According to HR experts, the manufacturing industry in India is expected to experience a growth in terms of hiring activities, improvement in business and government’s attention towards this sector. As a part of the national manufacturing policy (NMP) of India, the manufacturing sector is expecting to improve its share in the economy by contributing 25% to the country's GDP. Presently, the share of the sector is 15-16%. The sector has a target to create 100 million jobs by 2022.
11-Aug-2014
Others
Speculation still prevails over Bharat Ratna for Netaji and Vajpayee
The speculations over the Bharat Ratna Award has triggered a controversy over awarding former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and freedom fighter Subhas Chandra Bose. Congress has said that the government should have followed the general ‘historic route’. The family of Netaji is arguing that the government should solve the mystery of whereabouts of Netaji first. Few days ago the government had ordered five medallions from the RBI mint.
11-Aug-2014
Politics
Sachin Tendulkar allowed to miss Parliament
Hamid Ansari, Chairman of the Rajya Sabha has accepted the leave request of legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar who has not attended any session this year so far. According to Deputy Chairman P. J. Kurien, Sachin has asked for permission to remain absent from the house due to professional and personal commitments. He confirmed that Tendulkar has been granted leave in this context. As per reports, Ansari has granted leave to Tendulkar and Bollywood actress Rekha for their absence in the house.
11-Aug-2014
Sports
Indian archers win gold at World Cup
The women’s recurve team managed to bag the gold medal in the stage 4 of World Cup, while the men’s recurve team had to settle for silver medal. In the women’s final match, India beat Mexico with 6-0. Deepika Kumari was the star performer who was also the gold medalist of 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games. In the men’s final, India lost to Mexico with 3-5. This is Mexico’s second lifetime stage team gold in the World Cup.
11-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Providing telephone number made compulsory for new email ids
Telephone numbers have been made compulsory by the world’s most famous free email providers Yahoo and Gmail for getting a new email address so as to check spam. Any person who wishes to create a new email id will be required to give a valid telephone number which the email providers will be using for verification. However, for Gmail, one can provide either telephone or mobile number, but for Yahoo, giving mobile number will be compulsory now. 11-Aug-2014
Others
Death toll rises to 40, Odisha flood situation worsens
The death toll has touched 40 and nearly 35 lakh people have been affected across 23 districts of the state due to the constant rains. As per reports, around 5,300 villages and the 3,22,163 hectares of agricultural land have been affected due to the floods. According to the government, it is making all the possible efforts to help the people. Around 40 rescue teams have been sent to the state. 100 medical teams, around 200 free kitchens at several places and 365 boats have been placed to rescue and help the people who are suffering due to the floods. 11-Aug-2014
Politics
Nitish and Lalu to campaign together from today
Both former Chief Ministers of Bihar, Nitish Kumar and Lalu Prasad Yadav will jointly share the stage at a political event, campaigning for the state by-polls on Monday. Both the leaders will be addressing the rallies at Mohadi Nagar and Hajipur. The campaigns will continue in the next week as well. The JD-U, the RJD and the Congress have recently formed an alliance for the by-polls elections in the state.
11-Aug-2014
Politics
Indian Army Chief visits Saichen
Indian Army Chief General Dalbir Singh visited Siachen Glaciers two days before Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s trip there. According to a spokesperson from Defence, he will be receiving Modi who is expected to reach Leh and Kargil on 12 August. The Army Chief’s visit to Siachen has confirmed Modi’s visit to the area. He will be explaining the PM about the situations along the Indo-China borders. He will also review the defence preparations there.

12-Aug-2014
Business
IDBI Bank denies being probed over Kingfisher loan
IDBI Bank Ltd. has said that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has not probed them over a loan given to Kingfisher Airlines Ltd. According to a spokesperson of the agency, the CBI had earlier launched a probe against both the companies over the loan. As per media reports, the bank said that the earlier enquiry by CBI was initiated against the borrower and not the bank. The bank said that it will give full assistance to CBI during further enquiries.
12-Aug-2014
Politics
Sonia Gandhi: Communal violence has increased under the rule of Modi government
Congress President Sonia Gandhi has attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi stating that the communal violence in the country has been rising since the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) came to power. Sonia, while addressing the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee in Thiruvananthapuram said that the primary agenda of the party is to divide people. She added that the incidents of communal violence are intentionally engineered and the party is in a hurry to divide the people of the country.
12-Aug-2014
Business
Jet Airways will be single-brand airlines now
Jet Airways has announced that it will be a single-brand airline from now on. During a press conference, the CEO Designate of Jet Airways, Cramer Ball declared that although the airline has a strong name in the Indian market, the various products that it offers generally confuse the customers. Naresh Goyal, Jet Airways Chairman said that they will not be selling the AOP model known as JetLite, but will no longer be operating under this name. He also added that it will operate ATRs under one brand only.
12-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
20,000 Mi3 Xiaomi sold in few seconds
During its fourth flash sale, Xiaomi sold its 20,000 handsets in just a few seconds. This was the largest lot that the company had offered to be sold on Flipkart. As per reports, there are around 1,00,000 people who have registered to buy the Mi3 device. Xiaomi has sold 55,000 Mi3 handsets in the country through Flipkart so far.
12-Aug-2014
Others
SC rejects petition seeking details about disappearance of Netaji
The Supreme Court has rejected to hold a hearing on a petition which seeks directions to the government to search and update details about the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose’s mysterious disappearance. The apex court bench headed by Chief Justice R. M. Lodha rejected the petition and has asked the PIL petitioner M.L. Sharma to file an application for an immediate hearing in this matter. Sharma told the court that the government should make the report public which has the details about the inquiry done by the committee in this matter. He said that this report should be released before Netaji is honoured with the Bharat Ratna award on 16 August.
12-Aug-2014
Sports
Welfare schemes to be implemented for sportspersons
The Ministry of Youth and Sports Affairs will be implementing various welfare schemes in the coming months for the yesteryears national sportspersons. Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister of State and Independent Charge for Sports and Youth Affairs said a scheme ‘National Welfare Fund for Sportspersons’ will be implemented to offer financial assistance to yesteryears sportspersons with less than Rs. 2 lakh annual income. Monthly pension for former Olympians and national players will also be fixed.
12-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Oppo launches N1 mini smartphone
Oppo India has launched a mini version of its N1 smartphone in the Indian market. The new phone is priced at Rs. 26,990 and will be available in the market later this week. The specifications of the phone include 13MP camera, Android 4.3 operating system and 5-inch HD screen. It has a 16GB onboard memory which can be expandable via a microSD card. Opp had launched its first smartphone in India in January this year followed by R1.
12-Aug-2014
Sports
Veterans added to the list of Drona awards
The list of nominees for the Drona awards has been finalised for their excellent contribution in coaching and sports. The list includes the names of veteran sportspersons such as boxing coach Ganapathy Manoharan and athletics coach N. Lingappa. For the Dhyan Chand lifetime achievement award, few names have been short listed including Asian Games gold medallist Zeeshan Ali and Gurnail Singh, member of the Moscow Olympics gold-winning hockey team. The Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna and Arjuna awardees will be finalised today.
12-Aug-2014
Politics
Amit Shah likely to announce his new set of office bearers soon
The newly appointed BJP President Amit Shah is likely to announce a new team of office bearers soon. According to the party sources, the team under Shah will be disclosed ahead of assembly elections in Maharashtra, Jharkhand, Haryana and Jammu & Kashmir. It is speculated that the team will have many young faces including women. The prominent names which are doing rounds to get a place in Shah’s team include Ram Madhav, Varun Gandhi, Capt. Abhimanyu and Rajiv Pratap Rudy.
12-Aug-2014
Politics
PM Modi reaches Ladakh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Ladakh on Tuesday. Modi is on a visit for the launch of two hydro-power projects and a 330km Leh-Srinagar transmission line. The transmission line will be connecting the Ladakh region and the Northern grid of the country which will resolve the problems of electricity in Leh and Kargil regions. Modi will be inaugurating the Nimoo Bazgo project in Leh district and Chutak hydro- electric power project in Kargil. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and N.N. Vohra are scheduled to receive Modi.

13-Aug-2014
Others
President distributes best parliamentary awards
The President of India, Pranab Mukherjee presented the best parliamentarian awards to several political leaders. Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, Congress leader Karan Singh, and JD-U President Sharad Yadav were awarded for the years 2010, 2011 and 2012 respectively. The awards were presented during an event organised by the Indian Parliamentary Group. President Mukherjee said these leaders have made significant contribution to the institution of Parliament. 13-Aug-2014
Sports
Mary Kom: I felt disrespected
London Olympic bronze medallist Mary Kom is upset over the sudden postponement of the Asian Games trials. She said that she felt humiliated as the ad-hoc committee did not even intimate her about the postponement of the event. She added that she reached Patiala and was not informed about the change in the event's schdeule . She also stated that boxing in India is not in a good condition as it has been a long time since any national level tournament has been organised for the sport.
13-Aug-2014
Business
Next generation e-ticketing system for railways to be launched today
The railways will be launching a next generation e-ticketing system today which will make the process of ticket booking easier and faster. The new system will be launched by Railway Minister Sadananda Gowda by clicking the new IRCTC ticketing website. He will also launch the IT initiatives such as e-demand and e-division modules in the railway sector. A mobile application and a Go India Smart card will also be launched. As per media report, 7200 tickets per minute can be booked through the new system instead of the present limit of 2000 tickets.
13-Aug-2014
Sports
No Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Awards; 15 selected for Arjuna Award
This will be for the first time in the last two decades that no sportsperson will be honoured with Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award in 2014. A panel that was to decide the names of the players for different awards has only decided 15 names for the Arjuna Awards. Cricketer R Ashwin, shuttler V Diju, golfer Anirban Lahiri, shooter Heena Sidhu and athlete Tintu Luka are few of the names selected for Arjuna Awards.
13-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Nokia Lumia 530 Dual SIM launched in India at Rs 7,199
Microsoft’s Nokia Lumia 530 Dual SIM phone has been launched in India and is priced at Rs 7,199. The single SIM variant of the same handset was launched on 23 July with similar specifications. The Dual SIM version is available on the company’s online store only. The features of the handset include 4-inch FWVGA (480x854 pixels) LCD display and 512MB of RAM. The dual SIM handset will be available in bright orange, dark grey, bright green and white colour.
13-Aug-2014
Business
55,000 Mi3 units of Xiaomi sold in India in less than 40 minutes
As another set of flash sale by Xiaomi ends, the total number of mobile phone units sold by the company accounts for 55,000. During the first flash sale, the company took 38 minutes to sell its devices. But, subsequently it took 5 seconds, 2 seconds and now 2.4 seconds to sell the lot it has offered during its flash sales. Xiaomi had gone for the online distribution model with an exclusive tie-up with Flipkart. 
13-Aug-2014
Politics
AAP to start a signature campaign to demand fresh polls in Delhi
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) will start a signature campaign from today in Delhi, seeking the opinion of the voters for having re-elections in Delhi. Earlier, AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal had given an ultimatum to Lt-Governor Najeeb Jung which ended on Sunday last. The campaign will be first launched in Patparganj Assembly constituency and is expected to continue for 15-20 days.
13-Aug-2014
Politics
TDP and TMC get into a scuffle over room in Parliament
Two political parties got into a scuffle over the offices allotted to them in Parliament. The Trinamool Congress (TMC) was allotted room number 5 which was held by Telugu Desam Party (TDP) since last 30 years. TDP has been asked to shift to room number 135 which was previously occupied by the CPI (M). Both TDP and CPI (M) were not agreeing to vacate their rooms. The allotment of rooms is done on the basis of the strength of the different political parties. However, refusals by the political parties to vacate the rooms are quite common in the Lok Sabha.
13-Aug-2014
Politics
AAP's leader Yogendra Yadav detained during protest against CSAT
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Yogendra Yadav along with a group of 100 civil service aspirants was detained while they were protesting against the Civil Services Aptitute Test (CSAT). As per reports, the protesters were trying to enter Parliament from Jantar Mantar around 8 p.m. The civil service aspirants are demanding scrapping of the CSAT with their protest against it continuing for many days.
13-Aug-2014
Politics
President's Advisory to Unruly MPs
After a row erupted in Parliament between the members of the Telugu Desam party (TDP) and the Trinamool Congress (TMC) over space in a particular room of Parliament House, the President Pranab Mukherjee made an appeal to the lawmakers to maintain dignity, prestige and honour of Parliament. While addressing the Outstanding Parliamentarian Award event, he appealed to the members to preserve the dignity and honour of the great institution, as it is their responsibility.

14-Sep-2014
Others
1.5 lakh people still trapped in flooded parts of Kashmir Valley
Approximately 1.5 lakh people are still trapped in different flooded parts of Kashmir Valley. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said this at an all-party meeting Saturday. 1.42 lakh people have been rescued he added. Floods have damaged and destroyed the properties and infrastructure worth Rs.6,000 crore. Till now 29 bodies have been recovered but the death toll may go high as many people were reported missing. In the restoration work 45 percent of electricity has been restored in the Valley. Many parts of Kashmir Valley are still receiving rain. It is expected that entire Jammu and Kashmir will receive light rainfall till Monday.
14-Sep-2014
Science and Technology
Apple iPhone 5C an 5S price cut ahead of iPhone 6 and 6 Plus launch in India
Price of Apple iPhone 5S has been dropped ahead of the launch of iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus in India on October 17. Price of 32GB iPhone 5S that was originally Rs 62500 has now been dropped to Rs 49500, price of 16GB capacity has been dropped from Rs 53,500 to Rs 44,500. The price difference is of Rs 13000 and Rs 9000 respectively. 8GB iPhone 5C is now available at Rs 31500, Rs 6000 less than original price. Though the launch has been announced but price of iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus has yet to be announced in India.
14-Sep-2014
Business
100 skill development centres in a year
For developing skill a 100 centres known as Knowledge Acquisition and Upgradation of Skilled Human Abilities and Livelihood (KAUSHAL) centres will be established in a year. The objective of the centres will be to impart specific skill. For this the centres will coordinate with higher educational institutions. The University Grants Commission (UGC) will give the required funds and frame the guidelines. The decision to set up centres has been taken at a two-day retreat of vice chancellors of central universities. It was held in Chandigarh on Sep 12-13 and was attended by HRD Minister Smriti Irani.
14-Sep-2014
Others
Delhi Metro commuters happy with services but not with beggars - Survey
According to a survey, Delhi Metro commuters are satisfied with the services but not happy with the beggars and encroachment outside metro stations. The Metro conducted a week long customer satisfaction survey. Most of the commuters have rated Delhi Metro as very good. For survey 22 Metro stations were selected on the basis of the highest ridership/footfalls. Daily 2.3 million passengers use Delhi Metro. As per media report an action plan has been prepared to tackle the situation.
14-Sep-2014
Politics
Polling in Medak and Nandigama lower than Lok Sabha
The bypolls in Telangana's Medak Lok Sabha constituency witnessed 67 percent voting whereas 69.49 percent cast their votes in Andhra Pradesh's Nandigama assembly constituency. The percentage of polling in these constituencies was lower than polling during Lok Sabha election in April. Medak at that time saw 77.35 percent voting and in Nandigama 84.9 percent voters cast their votes. As per official data the polling went peaceful except for one or two minor incidences.
14-Sep-2014
Sports
Yo Yo Tigers defeated Punjab Thunder in WKL
Yo Yo Tigers wins a kabaddi match in World Kabaddi League (WKL) at the Rajindra College Hockey Stadium Bathinda, Punjab by defeating Punjab Thunder by 61-58. Stamping their fourth win, Yo Yo Tigers earned eight points from six matches. Whereas Punjab Thunder won two matches, one tie and lost three matches. They have earned five points so far in WKL. Raider Manminder Singh of Yo Yo Tigers played extremely well in the excited match and ended match with 20 successful raids.

15-Aug-2014
Others
Lt Governor announces four new polytechnics to boost education in Delhi
Delhi's Lt. Governor Najeeb Jung announced the establishment of four new polytechnics in the capital to promote education in his Independence Day address at the Chhatrasal Stadium. To uplift the weaker section of society, he announced a 'Technical Education Community Outreach Scheme' which will be launched in the coming months. He said that students of Delhi are doing extremely well in education but youth must stick to positive thinking and focus on achieving greater role in life. He mentioned the spectacular success of students in Class 12th examination. Jung also announced new buildings for Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies and Deen Dayal Upadhyaya College which will come up by the end of 2014.
15-Aug-2014
Others
Ashoka Chakra to be awarded to Major Varadarajan posthumously
Major Mukund Varadarajan has been awarded the Ashoka Chakra, the Peace Time Gallantry award for killing three terrorists while heading an anti-terrorist search operation in Qazipathri village in J&K before he shot dead. Major Varadarajan displayed extreme courage, leadership skill and swiftness during the operation. He killed three major Hizbul operatives. Major Varadarajan was the officer from the 44th battalion of Rashtriya Rifles. In total 55 gallantry awards have been approved by President Pranab Mukherjee that includes 12 Shaurya Chakras, 39 Sen a Medals, one Nao Sena Medal and two Vayu Sena Medals.
15-Aug-2014
Others
30 seats reserved for Bengal girls in vocational courses
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee made the announcement of reducing the fee for girls at entrance tests for polytechnics or ITI vocational courses to half and reserved 30 per cent seats for them in vocational training programmes. She announced it while addressing the official function to observe the first "Kanyashree Dibas"in the state. Also girls aged between 13 to 18 years (class eight to 12) will be given annual scholarship of Rs 500 to continue their studies provided they are unmarried and the annual income of their parents is less than Rs 1.20 lakh. In case of orphans and physically challenged income restriction is not applicable. If an unmarried girl continues her studies till the age of 18 years, she will be granted Rs 25,000. The money will be in the form of one-time grant and deposited in her bank account.
15-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Reconnect smartphone launched by Reliance Digital
Reconnect Quad Core 4.7" dual SIM 3G smartphone has been launched by Reliance Digital. The smartphone is priced at Rs 12,999 and equipped with features like proficient media processing for power-saving. 2000 mAh Li-Ion battery has been put into place for great multimedia experience. User can enjoy uninterrupted eight hours of music, four hours of video playback and six to seven hours of talk time. The phone runs on Android 4.2.2, Jelly Bean operating system and has a 4.7 inch HD IPS display. Total weight is 132.8 gm. Available in Black and White colour and one year warranty, the smartphone has a 1GB RAM.
15-Aug-2014
Business
India's foodgrain production touches 265 MT in 2013-14
For the year 2013-14, India produced 264.77 million tonnes (MT) of foodgrains as compared to 257.13 million tones in the previous year because of good monsoon. Total production of wheat stood at 95.91 MT as compared to 95.85 MT in the previous year. At the same time, production of rice has also gone up from 106.29 MT to 106.54 MT in May. But the total sown area this year is less than previous year. As on 14 August, total sown area is 876.70 lakh hectare as compared to 928.03 hectare on the same date in the previous year.

6-Aug-2014
Sports
India's top order except Dhoni fails to perform
On the opening day of the fifth cricket Test, England overpowered India and kept it at 148 runs. The team then scored a quick 62 runs without a loss. England is leading the series by 2-1. The Indian batting was awful but Captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni made a remarkable 82 runs including 15 fours and one six. Except for him only two other batsmen Murali Vijay (18) and Ravichandran Ashwin (13) could touch the double figure.
16-Aug-2014
Business
Textile export shows a jump of 12 percent in 2013
Textile export of India showed a positive sign by going up by 11.58 percent as the country exported $36.69 billion worth textile in 2013 as compared to $32.88 billion in 2012. Foreign currency inflow because of export is $35.42 billion during April-May, 2014-15, it was $31.62 billion during 2012-13 as per media reports. Textile ministry of India cleared that government is taking steps to improve the export by exploring new markets. It is holding exhibitions in Russian Federation, Israel, Eastern Europe, Latin American countries and other non-traditional markets.
16-Aug-2014
Others
At presidential reception, Japanese diplomat calls Modi the star
At President Pranab Mukherjee's At Home reception everyone wanted to meet, greet and take the autograph of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. They created a stampede-like situation. A Japanese diplomat Takeshi Yagi remarked that Modi is a star. Expectation and curiosity prevailed in the atmosphere as everyone was waiting for the top officials of the new government. The reception was also attended by the former Prime Minsiter Manmohan Singh and his wife Gursharan Kaur.
16-Aug-2014
Politics
Prime Minister commissions INS Kolkata – An indigenously built warship
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commissioned indigenously built warship "INS Kolkata" into the Indian Navy in Mumbai on Saturday. It is the largest warship that has been entirely built by India. PM Modi described INS Kolkata as a symbol of India's self-reliance in defence as it clearly proves the technical capability of India.
The naval Design Bureau has designed the INS Kolkata whereas its construction has been done by Mazagon Docks Ltd (MDL), Mumbai. INS Kolkata will be a part of the Kolkata Class destroyers of the Indian Navy and the first part of the series that also include INS Kochi and INS Chennai. Though this definitely sends a message to the rest of the world about India's capability but PM Modi made clear that India doesn't want war.
16-Aug-2014
Politics
BJP President Amit Shah announces new BJP team
BJP President Amit Shah has announced his new team that includes the names of B.S. Yeddyurappa, J.P. Nadda and Ram Madhav. The name of Varun Gandhi who was working as a general secretary of the party has been dropped. Nadda and Ram Madhav have been made the general secretary from Himachal Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh respectively. Rajeev Pratap Rudy is a general secretary from from Bihar whereas Ramlal retains his position as the organisation secretary. Vijaya Rahatkar will remain chief of the BJP Mahila Morcha.
16-Aug-2014
Others
Unique initaitve to make Mumbai a drug-free city by Muslims
On the 68th Independence Day, Muslim clerics, intellectuals and social activists pledged to make Mumbai a drug-free city, especially its minority-dominated areas. At the Islam Gymkhana, important cleric Hazrat Maulana Syed Moin Miyan expressed fear over the increasing use of psychotropic drugs among youngsters. He said that in minority areas there are more than 200 drug peddlers who sell this killer drugs to youth. Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority chairman Yusuf Abrahani called this a real challenge. Police assured its full cooperation.

Clash along LoC among Indian and Pakistani troops
The Pakistan Army opened gunfire by violating the 2003 ceasefire in Jammu and Kashmir. Then both Indian and Pakistan troops exchanged gunfire on the Line of Control (LoC). As per media reports, the Pakistan Army opened fire at 8:30 by using small guns and automatic weapons in Hamirpur area. There is no report of any casualty or damage on the Indian side.
17-Aug-2014
Politics
AAP condemns the appointment of Yeddyurappa as BJP's new vice president
The Aam Aadami Party (AAP) has criticised the appointment of former Karnataka chief minister B.S. Yeddyurappa as Bharatiya Janata Party vice president, as part of BJP's new team. Arvind Kejriwal-led party said that by appointing Yeddyurappa as its vice-president, the BJP has compromised on corruption and criminalisation of politics. Yeddyurappa in his affidavit for the Lok Sabha elections, had clearly mentioned the 14 cases of corruption against him. According to AAP, appointment at important positions are no longer internal to the party because these members will take part in all the important discussions of the party.
17-Aug-2014
Entertainment
Punjab Youth Congress against screening of film based on Indira's assassins
The Punjab Youth Congress (PYC) has opposed the permission regarding the screening of the Punjabi film 'Kaum de Heere'. PYC president Vikramjit Singh Chaudhary, in his letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has said that the movie praises the murderers of former prime minister Indira Gandhi. He even warned thvat if the permission is not taken back, the PYC activists will stage protests all across Punjab and won't allow the release and screening of the movie and the government will be fully responsible for any law and order issue.
17-Aug-2014
Business
India for more participation of Singapore in infrastructure projects
In the projects related to connectivity and infrastructure, especially the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor and the Chennai-Bangalore Industrial Corridor, India has sought a greater participation of the Island nation, Singapore. While inaugurating the "Year of India in Singapore", External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj said that a "Little Singapore" or a virtual city can be developed along the industrial corridor. Singapore is India's largest trading partner in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as well as the largest source of FDI across the global.
17-Aug-2014
Others
Udaipur will get the first skill development centre
Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje inaugurated the first skill development centre of India in Udaipur. The centre has been established under the Livelihood Skill Project. While inaugurating the centre, Raje said that her government is also working to generate more employment opportunities in the state. She urged people to fight against communalism, casteism and regionalism which are the major hurdles on the way of development. To make youth self-sufficient, the state government will impart skill-based education. For this, 200 such centres will be set up across 33 districts of the state.
17-Aug-2014
Politics
Election Commission announces Assam bye-election dates
The Election Commission announced the date for bye-elections in three legislative assembly constituencies in Assam. The elections are going to take place on Sep 13 whereas the votes will be counted on Sep 16. One seat each in the Silchar assembly constituency, the Jamunamukh assembly and the Lakhipur assembly got vacant when Congress legislator Sushmita Dev won from the Silchar Lok Sabha seat, All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) legislator Sirajuddin Ajmal won from the Barpeta Lok Sabha seat and legislator Dinesh Prasad Goala died earlier this year respectively. Aug 27 is the last date for filing nominations. 7-Aug-2014
Others
Clash along LoC among Indian and Pakistani troops
The Pakistan Army opened gunfire by violating the 2003 ceasefire in Jammu and Kashmir. Then both Indian and Pakistan troops exchanged gunfire on the Line of Control (LoC). As per media reports, the Pakistan Army opened fire at 8:30 by using small guns and automatic weapons in Hamirpur area. There is no report of any casualty or damage on the Indian side.
17-Aug-2014
Politics
AAP condemns the appointment of Yeddyurappa as BJP's new vice president
The Aam Aadami Party (AAP) has criticised the appointment of former Karnataka chief minister B.S. Yeddyurappa as Bharatiya Janata Party vice president, as part of BJP's new team. Arvind Kejriwal-led party said that by appointing Yeddyurappa as its vice-president, the BJP has compromised on corruption and criminalisation of politics. Yeddyurappa in his affidavit for the Lok Sabha elections, had clearly mentioned the 14 cases of corruption against him. According to AAP, appointment at important positions are no longer internal to the party because these members will take part in all the important discussions of the party.
17-Aug-2014
Entertainment
Punjab Youth Congress against screening of film based on Indira's assassins
The Punjab Youth Congress (PYC) has opposed the permission regarding the screening of the Punjabi film 'Kaum de Heere'. PYC president Vikramjit Singh Chaudhary, in his letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has said that the movie praises the murderers of former prime minister Indira Gandhi. He even warned that if the permission is not taken back, the PYC activists will stage protests all across Punjab and won't allow the release and screening of the movie and the government will be fully responsible for any law and order issue.
17-Aug-2014
Business
India for more participation of Singapore in infrastructure projects
In the projects related to connectivity and infrastructure, especially the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor and the Chennai-Bangalore Industrial Corridor, India has sought a greater participation of the Island nation, Singapore. While inaugurating the "Year of India in Singapore", External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj said that a "Little Singapore" or a virtual city can be developed along the industrial corridor. Singapore is India's largest trading partner in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as well as the largest source of FDI across the global.
17-Aug-2014
Others
Udaipur will get the first skill development centre
Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje inaugurated the first skill development centre of India in Udaipur. The centre has been established under the Livelihood Skill Project. While inaugurating the centre, Raje said that her government is also working to generate more employment opportunities in the state. She urged people to fight against communalism, casteism and regionalism which are the major hurdles on the way of development. To make youth self-sufficient, the state government will impart skill-based education. For this, 200 such centres will be set up across 33 districts of the state.
17-Aug-2014
Politics
Election Commission announces Assam bye-election dates
The Election Commission announced the date for bye-elections in three legislative assembly constituencies in Assam. The elections are going to take place on Sep 13 whereas the votes will be counted on Sep 16. One seat each in the Silchar assembly constituency, the Jamunamukh assembly and the Lakhipur assembly got vacant when Congress legislator Sushmita Dev won from the Silchar Lok Sabha seat, All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) legislator Sirajuddin Ajmal won from the Barpeta Lok Sabha seat and legislator Dinesh Prasad Goala died earlier this year respectively. Aug 27 is the last date for filing nominations. 18-Aug-2014
Politics
Former Congress MP Arvind Sharma joins BSP
The former Indian National Congress (INC) leader Arvind Sharma has joined Mayawati-led Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP). The BSP supremo declared to field him in the approaching assembly elections in Haryana as the party’s chief ministerial candidate. As per media reports, Arvind Sharma deserted the INC as he holds the opinion that the party was unable to fulfill the demands of different communities of society. During a news conference yesterday, Mayawati added that if voted to power, her party will work for the welfare of all the citizens.
18-Aug-2014
Business
KFA may be declared a willful defaulter
IDBI Bank has announced that it has decided to take strict action against Vijay Mallya’s Kingfisher Airlines as it has failed to fulfill its financial obligations. As per media reports, all the requisite documents were handed over to the CBI by the bank to initiate a preliminary enquiry. Now, the process is in the advanced stage under the CBI scanner and soon the authorities will declare the Kingfisher Airlines as a willful defaulter. Also, other PSU banks like SBI and United Bank of India have initiated similar action against the company.
If the outcome of the investigation favours the banks, KFA will face grave consequences. A company included in the list of willful defaulters is held back from receiving new financial aids from banks or launching fresh ventures for a period of five years.
18-Aug-2014
Sports
England defeats India by an innings and 244 runs
England has defeated India by an innings and 244 runs at the fifth and last cricket Test at the Oval. England, thus, won the series by 3-1. The Indian cricket team faced a humiliating defeat this time as in the second innings it had lost all the wickets in just 29.2 overs at 94, while it scored 148 in the first innings. The match was wrapped up in three days only.
18-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Dot Bharat Domain all set to be launched A domain, primarily designed for non-English speaking people in India, 'dot Bharat' will be set out on August 21 to make internet browsing easier for them. This service will allow the internet users to enter addresses in the Devnagri script in a web browser. The project to develop the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) of dot Bharat is being carried out by the National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) and the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC).
As per media reports, it has been developed with the objective to enhance e-governance and form a digital link between different corners of the country. Also, very shortly, web addresses will be formulated in six regional languages, namely Tamil, Urdu, Gujarati, Bengali, Telugu and Punjabi.
18-Aug-2014
Others
Landslide and heavy rains inundate Uttarakhand, UP and Bihar
Heavy rains have severely affected many states of India causing huge loss of life and property. According to the media reports, the continuous rainfall in the state of Uttarakhand has claimed more than 20 lives as of today. In Uttar Pradesh, the death toll has gone up to 28, while around 1500 villages have been washed away. In Bihar, nine districts, including Darbhanga, Nalanda and West Champaran, have been flooded due to heavy rains affecting about four lakh people. To provide relief to the people, several teams of the disaster response forces have been positioned in the affected regions.
18-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Free Wi-Fi service starts in Khan Market
Under the Wi-Fi project of the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), the classy Khan Market of the capital city has been turned into a free Wi-Fi zone. To access the free internet service in the area, one requires to get his/her mobile number registered and submit one’s email ID. A one-time password (OTP) will be given to the users to connect to the Wi-Fi service.
However, the free service can be availed only for duration of 20 minutes. For a longer usage, users will have to buy additional data online or they can recharge through a retail store. For 40 minutes of usage, Tata Docomo will be charging Rs 20, while Rs 30 and Rs 90 will be charged for 60 and 100 minutes, respectively. The heart of the capital, Connaught Place will become another Wi-Fi hotspot area soon, probably by the end of this month, as per media reports. 19-Aug-2014
Others
Pak violates ceasefire again
The Pakistani troops have breached ceasefire yet again. As Pakistani rangers initiated mortar shelling and heavy firing at 20 Border Out Posts (BOPs) as well as in the civilian areas located along the International Border in Arnia and RS Pura in Jammu, the BSF troops fired back in respopnse. During the exchange of fire, an elderly villager named Attar Singh of Treva village was critically wounded, as per media reports. 
This marks the 11th ceasefire violation by Pakistan during the past 10 days.
19-Aug-2014
Politics
US regrets the cancellation of Indo-Pak talks
Expressing regret over India’s calling off the Foreign Secretary-level talks with Pakistan, the United States said that it is unfortunate that the planned talks between India and Pakistan have been cancelled. The US state department has said that it is important that both the nations should take measures to mend their bilateral relations. The separatist leaders have also criticised Modi government’s decision and have said that talks are the only way to improve relations with Pakistan.
19-Aug-2014
Politics
Separatist Leader: Kashmir is not an internal issue
Separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani has said that Kashmir is not India's internal issue but an international one. Geelani, who was in Delhi to meet the High Commissioner of Pakistan, said it is unfortunate that the Indian government has cancelled the foreign secretary-level talks with Pakistan. He also added that the issue will not be solved until the promises made to Kashmiris are fulfilled.
19-Aug-2014
Sports
AIFF looking for coach for India Under-17
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is looking for a foreign coach for the Under-17 team. India will be hosting the next Under-17 World Cup and AIFF wants to ensure that the team representing the country should be competitive enough to bring cheers for India. AIFF general secretary Kushal Das said that they are seeking advice from FIFA for choosing the right coach for the team.
19-Aug-2014
Politics
BJP-HJC likely to get separated after Modi's visit to Kaithal
According to reports, the alliance between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Haryana Janhit Congress (HJC), headed vy Kuldeep Bishnoi, is likely to come to an end in the forthcoming assembly polls in Haryana. It is reported that the BJP is planning to contest the elections on its own and is gearing up for the poll campaigns. Although Modi is unlikely to declare the split in the alliance, it is expected that the final call will be made by the HJC. For now, the HJC chief has not received an invitation for the PM’s rally in Kaithal.
19-Aug-2014
Others
Asaram case: SC orders to set up medical board to examine Bapu
While hearing his bail plea in relation to the rape case filed against him, the Supreme Court has ordered that a medical examination of godman Asaram Bapu should be conducted. Asaram was seeking a bail on grounds of ill-health, but the apex court has directed the government of Rajasthan to set up a medical board which will examine Asaram Bapu. It also asked the government to submit a health report latest by September 23 which is also the last date of hearing in this case.
19-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
IDC: Samsung continues to rue Indian market, but Micromax is growing at a fast pace
According to a report by the International Data Corporation (IDC), issued for the Indian mobile market in Q2, Samsung is still leading the mobile market. Earlier, a similar report by Counterpoint Research has said that it was Micromax which is ruling the mobile market and Samsung is at number two position. As per IDC’s report, Samsung has a 17 per cent share in the mobile market while Micromax has only 14 per cent share.
19-Aug-2014
Others
CBI receives DNA report in Badaun gangrape case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has received the report for the DNA fingerprinting and diagnostics in the twin case of rape and murder in Badaun. According to the sources from the CBI, the report has crucial evidence which will be helpful for the agency in solving the case. As per reports, CBI has not yet received the report from the three-member committee headed by the forensic experts of AIIMS. The autopsy was not conducted for the teenage victims as the Ganga water had inundated their graves.
19-Aug-2014
Business
JSW Steel to buy Welspun Maxsteel in a Rs 1,000 crore deal
India’s third largest steel maker, JSW Steel Ltd will buy Welspun Maxsteel Ltd (WMSL) for Rs 1,000 crore. Welspun Enterprises has declared in a BSE filing that WMSL has long-term debt of Rs 1,087 crore. JSW has made a goal to improve the steel production of WMSL to 40 million tonnes per annum in the next ten years. In a statement released by JSW, it wishes to take over the overall equity shares of WMSL. As per reports, WMSL has approximately 480 acres of land which can be used for future expansions.
19-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Indian taxi companies take on Uber; to start their own payment processes
The Indian taxi firms have complained to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) about the payment processes of Uber, a US-based cab-hailing app. These operators have complained to RBI that the payment process uses a two-stage authentication making it possible for them to save the information about the credit cards of the clients. According to reports, India’s Association of Radio Taxis including Mega Cabs, Meru Cabs and Easy Cabs are planning to set up collection offices overseas so as to avail single-level authentication.
19-Aug-2014
Entertainment
'Mary Kom' struggles for release in Manipur
The biopic on boxer Mary Kom starring Priyanka Chopra as the main lead, ‘Mary Kom’ is set for release on September 5. The film is facing obstacles for release in the home state of the five-time women’s boxing champion as Hindi movies are banned there for release by the separatist organisations that believe that these films undermine the culture of Manipur. As per reports, there is also resentment that no local actress is playing the role of Mary Kom. Mary Kom and her husband are upset that the biopic will not reach the theaters in their home state. The concerned authorities are mum over their concern.
19-Aug-2014
Entertainment
KBC 8 starts with a grand premiere Kaun Banega Crorepati, the show that has won appreciation worldwide for its unique format, is all set to target larger audience in its eighth season, KBC 8. The grand premiere of the show on August 17, 2014 at the Surat International Exhibition and Convention Centre featuring its host, the Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan and the comedy king Kapil Sharma lived up to the hype. Also, singer Neeti Mohan, actor Meiyang Chang, CID serial’s senior inspectors Abhijeet and Daya were present to entertain the viewers.
In the eighth season, contestants participating in the show have a chance to win the top prize of Rs 7 crore. Also, a new lifeline named 'code red' has been introduced. 20-Aug-2014
Politics
Hyderabad shuts down over Telangana household survey
The shops and commercial establishments in Hyderabad remained shut yesterday as the household survey was underway. All eating joints were also closed except for the wine shops which remained open. Major IT firm like Accenture and Infosys remained shut. By the end of the day, only 60% of the households of Hyderabad were surveyed. The survey of the remaining households will be conducted today.
20-Aug-2014
Others
Court Orders Activist Irom Sharmila's Release
A northeastern court in Manipur has ordered the release of Irom Sharmila, an activist who was imprisoned on the charges of attempting suicide by being on hunger strike since last 14 years. The supporters of Sharmila have welcomed the court’s decision about her release. Her lawyer Khaidem Mani has said she will be released in a day or two once Imphal’s magistrate will approve the court’s order.
20-Aug-2014
Others
Yoga Guru B.K.S. Iyenger dies
Founder of ‘Iyenger Yoga’, yoga guru B.K.S. Iyenger died at the age of 96. After battling with age-related ailments, he took his last breath at 3.15 a.m. As per reports, his funeral ceremony will be performed today. Iyenger was an author of many books and was honoured with Padma Shri in 1991 and Padma Bhushan in 2002.
20-Aug-2014
Business
New rules imposed by TRAI for cheaper international calling cards
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has lowered the rate payable by international long distance players to local operators. According to a statement released by TRAI, the new access charges for wireless services has been fixed at 40 paisa per minute and for wireline services at Rs 1.20 per minute. The international long distance operators (ILDO) pay the access charges for international subscriber dialing (ISDs) to the local players. As per the new rules, a customer will be able to buy the calling cards from any ILDO.
20-Aug-2014
Politics
SIT to submit its report on black money to SC
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) is likely to submit its report featuring its recommendations and finding on the black money to the Supreme Court today. The SIT met on June 2 for the first time and was headed by Justice M.B Shah, a retired Supreme Court judge. It has also held separate meetings with various agencies and departments in a period of two months.
20-Aug-2014
Business
OBC and Dena Bank shares Fall on Reports of Scam
The shares in Oriental Bank of Commerce (OBC) and Dena Bank fell as low as 5 per cent over the reports that the branches of these banks based in Mumbai have misappropriated the funds. As per media reports, the Union Finance Ministry has brought a light on the scam and ordered a forensic audit for the same. It has also referred the case to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
Earlier, the CBI arrested Syndicate Bank chairman Sudhir Kumar Jain over another bribery scam. Not surprisingly, the PSU bank sub-index of Nation Stock Exchange is down over 1 per cent.
20-Aug-2014
Politics
Sonia Gandhi reiterares her party's support for the Women's Reservation Bill
Congress President Sonia Gandhi has said that her party is committed towards the Women's Reservation Bill, which seeks 33 per cent reservation for women in the state legislatures and Parliament. She also added that her party will put pressure on the NDA government to get this Bill passed in Parliament. She also said that Congress had passed this bill in the Rajya Sabha but due to some reasons it was not passed in the Lok Sabha.
20-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Google to launch its mentorship programme 'Launchpad' in India
Google India will launch an exhaustive mentorship programme programme in Bengaluru from November 3 to 7. Called the ‘Google Launchpad', it is a pre-incubation programme made to help the startups  achieve rapid progress in a very short time in the aress of user interface, product strategy & technology, marketing, business development and presentation skills. Sunil Rao, the country head for the organisation, said that their aim is to launch this programme every quarter and after a year once in every month.

20-Aug-2014
Business
Xiaomi Mi3 available for re-sale
The Chinese Xiaomi Mi3 mobile phone is available for re-sale on several websites like OLX, Quikr and eBay. The smartphone is offered by a large number of resellers on these sites but at higher prices. As per reports, sellers in Delhi,Bangalore, Chennai, Surat etc., are offering unopened or sealed Mi3 mobile phones at price ranging from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000 per handset. Xiaomi has an exclusive agreement with e-commerce website Flipkart for the sale of the device. However, the resellers are creating a killing in the market with such offers. 21-Aug-2014
Others
Iron Sharmile: I will not allow any force-feeding
After her release, activist Iron Sharmila said that she will not allow force-feeding on her. She said that she will not even allow any medical set up and she does not feel hungry. She was released from the Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Science of Imphal yesterday after the court observed that a case of intentions to commit suicide could not be established against her and, therefore, she could not be kept under prison.
21-Aug-2014
Sports
Pakistan beats India in friendly football series by 2-0
Pakistan defeated its arch rival, India in a friendly football match by 2-0. A late goal by Pakistani player Saddam Hussain in the 89th minute of the match led to the team's victory. India had won the first match of the series on Sunday and the audience was expecting a similar performance in this match too. Both the teams are prepared to compete in the Asian Games which will be held in South Korea next month.
21-Aug-2014
Sports
Sachin Tendulkar to attend FIFA conference
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar will attend the conference to be hosted by FIFA on ethical sports leadership. The event will be organised by the Brussels-based World Forum for Ethics in Business. As per reports, FIFA president Sepp Blatter will inaugurate the meeting on September 19 , which will aim at elaborating on what sports can teach to business and politics. Besides Sachin, Katarina Witt, a german skating champion will also attend the event.
21-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Lava launched Iris Pro android phone at Rs 11,990
Lava has launched an updated version of its smartphone, Iris Pro 30 which was initially launched in January. The new smartphone is expected to offer superior touch experience with the help of OGS (one glass solution) technology. The device will run on an older Android 4.2.2 Jelly Beans OS. A dual SIM phone, it has an internal storage memory of 16 GB which is expandable up to 32 GB.
21-Aug-2014
Politics
Modi urges people to turn out in large numbers
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged the voters to come out in large numbers and cast their votes for the by-polls which are taking place today in four different states. In a tweet, Modi has said that the by-polls in four states are underway and, therefore, he is urging the voters to turn out in large numbers. By-polls in four states – Karnataka, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Punjab are -- underway today.
21-Aug-2014
Business
SpiceJet becomes the second-largest domestic airlines in July
The low-cost carrier (LCC) SpiceJet has reached the second position in the aviation market in the month of July. The market share of the aviation company is 20.9 per cent, while the combined share for the Jet Airways-JetLife is 19.6 per cent in the month of July. The share of the number one airlines IndiGo marginally declined to 30.7 per centin July which was 31.6 per cent in June. As per reports, SpiceJet is the only airline in India which has reported a growth in the market share in July.
21-Aug-2014
Politics
Congress Starts the Assembly Poll Campaign in Delhi
The Congress party has launched its assembly poll campaign in the capital city eventhough it is not yet clear if the polls will take place in Delhi. During the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, the party began its Janjagran Campaign which is aimed at exposing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Congress leader Arvinder Singh Lovely spoke on this occasion and said that both BJP and AAP have been exposed. The Congress party requested the people to support and help the party win in the Assembly polls.
21-Aug-2014
Others
Girl's colleges in UP to be installed with CCTVs
As per reports, the government of Uttar Pradesh has ordered to install CCTVs cameras at the entry gates of all the girls’ colleges and hostels in the state. According to an official of the home ministry, the government is worried about the rising incidents of rapes, sexual assaults and molestation and therefore it took this move. This order will be applied to the government as well private colleges. The government has also asked the management of the colleges to monitor the CCTV footage on a regular basis.
21-Aug-2014
Others
Militants killed in Meghalaya
Three militants were killed in Meghalaya as a gun battle broke out when the rebels of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) and Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) fired at the security forces. The incident took place in the Songoma Enggok area of the region where the operation has been going on since last month to neutralise the ULFA and GNLA activists.
21-Aug-2014
Politics
Uttarakhand governor approaches the SC against forced resignation
Uttarakhand governor Aziz Qureshi has refused to resign from his post and has moved the Supreme Court challenging the Narendra Modi government’s message, conveyed through the Home Secretary, to quit his post. The governors appointed during the previous UPA regime were asked to put in their papers. While most of them complied, Qureshi decided to take on the Modi government and approached the court. 2-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Canadian Gaming Start-up to invest into India operations
A Canada-based mobile gaming start-up will be investing 1 million (Rs. 6.6 crore) in India to improve its business and product development in the country. Play It Interactive President and Co-founder Cory Cleveland said that the investment in India will allow the gaming company to build opportunities in India and neighbouring countries. As per reports, Play It Interactive will open a head office in Mumbai and will recruit local talent.
22-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Panasonic Eluga U smartphone available online for Rs 17220 on Flipcart
The Eluga U smartphone from Panasonic is available at a lower rate than its officially announced price. Eluga U is available on Flipkart for Rs 17220 while for Rs. 17730 on eBay. Originally it was priced at Rs. 18990. The device has a 5-inch 720p touchscreen, Android v4.4 Kitkat OS and 2GB RAM and 16 GB Internal storage.
22-Aug-2014
Politics
Mayaram: Diesel prices to be market-linked soon
Finance secretary Arvind Mayaram said the government is expecting that the diesel prices will soon become market-linked in the backdrop of the softening of global crude oil prices. During an event organised by ASSOCHAM, Mayaram said the government stands by reducing its subsidy on diesel by 50 paisa per month. He also added that oil prices are softening and, therefore, he thinks that the government will be in a position to scrap the subsidy on diesel.
22-Aug-2014
Entertainment
Film on Indira's killers sparks protests
Punjabi movie Kaum De Heere, which is based on the lives of the Beant Singh and Satwant Singh, the bodyguards of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi involved in her assassination, has put the security agencies of the nation in a tizzy. The Intelligence Bureau has said that the film could lead to tensions between the Hindu and Sikh communities. Some protests have already begun by few Hindu organisations and Congress’s youth wing is planning to organise some activities soon. The Censor Board had stopped its release in February, but after several scenes were cut from the movie, it was cleared for the release.
22-Aug-2014
Others
Flood situations still grim in UP and Bihar
Rivers Ghagra and Rapti are flowing above the danger-mark resulting in a grim flood situation in some parts of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. As per reports, river Ghagra is flowing at the level of 61.42m above its danger level of 60.82m. At Balrampur in UP, the river Rapti is also flowing much above the danger level.
22-Aug-2014
Others
Irom Sharmila arrested again on attempt to commit suicide
Activist Irom Sharmila has been arrested in Imphal by the police after she refused to undergo a medical check up and be forced fed. Santosh Macherla, ADG of Manipur said that the she has been arrested on the charges of attempt to suicide. On Friday morning, the police reached the spot of her protest and arrested her inspite of her resistance. As per sources, Sharmila was being taken for a medical checkup but after that she refused to eat or drink anything.
22-Aug-2014
Business
RBI likely to introduce plastic currency next year
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is planning to launch the plastic currency notes next year. It will introduce these notes on a pilot basis and will improve the security features so as to avoid the situations of counterfeit. As per reports RBI, is also seeking other alternatives which can be used to improve the quality of the bank notes. RBI governor Raghuram Rajan said that tender for 1 billion notes have been released.
22-Aug-2014
Politics
Arvind Subramanian might be the next economic advisor
According to medi reports,US-based economist Arvind Subramanian is likely to be made the next chief economic advisor to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Finance Minister Arun Jaitley has recommended the appointment of Subramanian, who is a senior member at the Peterson Institute for International Economics. The cabinet-level approval is likely to be followed. Subramanian is likely to be appointed soon for this position. Thus, Subramanian will be the second internationally-renowned economist to be given a key position in India after Reserve Bank of India governor Raghuram Rajan who is a former chief of International Monetary Fund. 22-Aug-2014
Sports
No Arjuna award for boxe Manoj Kumar
As per media reports, the Sports Ministry is sticking to its list of winners of Arjuna awards which does not include the name of boxer Manoj Kumar. Boxer Jai Bhagwan had recommended the name of Manoj Kumar which created a controversy. The selection committee headed by former cricketer Kapil Dev held a meeting again but decided not to make any changes in the list. Jiji Thomson, Director General of the Sports Authority of India (SAI) said that the panel has discussed about seven athletes during the review meeting, but unanimously decided not to make any changes in the list of 15-athletes. 23-Aug-2014
Others
Defence minister commissions INS Kamorta
Defence Minister Arun Jaitley commissioned the INS Kamorta, India's first native stealth anti-submarine warfare on Saturday. Designed at the Directorate of Naval Design, the warfare has been built by using carbon fibre reinforced plastic. INS Kamorta is fully equipped with wide range of anti-submarine warfare, anti-air and anti-surface weapons and sensors. Defence minister added that more than 90 percent of the ship is native. He also said that government is encouraging the native manufacturing in defence.
23-Aug-2014
Entertainment
Northeast film festival starts in Delhi
The first edition of northeast film festival has started in Delhi. It was inaugurated by Minister for Information and Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar on Friday. He said that it is an effort to take new initiatives for the northeast region of the country. These regions are full of potential and cultural diversity. The event was also attended by Chief Minister of Meghalaya Mukul Sangma. He said that the state government has started working on infrastructure projects to hold international events. Many other personalities like Manju Borah, Geetanjali Thapa, Oinam Gautam Singh had also attended the opening ceremony.
23-Aug-2014
Politics
AAP not to take part in Vadodara bypolls
While all the major political parties are holding party meetings, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has decided not to contest in the Vadodara bypolls which are going to take place in just five days. Paresh Patel of AAP Vadodara said that the party wants to focus on rebuilding its image which has been damaged by internal fights. The city unit has been instructed by top leaders in Delhi. But some of the AAP leaders are against this decision and have stated that it will dent the party's image.
23-Aug-2014
Politics
Jaitley's clarification on his rape remarks
Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley's remarks describing December 16 Delhi gang rape as a “small incident” started a fresh row of controversy. Hundreds of women Congress supporters protested outside the residence of Jaitley. The father of Nirbhaya, Congress supporters and activists said that Jaitley must apologse for his remarks.Clarifying his stand, Jaitley said that his speech was misunderstood.
23-Aug-2014
Business
Uttar Pradesh government announces new electronic manufacturing policy
A new electronic manufacturing policy has been announced by the Uttar Pradesh government which will allow the mass production of electronic goods like cell phones, computers, DVDs and other such items. The state cabinet has approved the policy which has been inspired by the Chinese model. In the initial phase, small electronic manufacturing cluster will be set up and promoted. The site for one such cluster is at Greater Noida whereas process of finding sites to establish other two clusters is still going on. The state cabinet has also announced 15 percent capital subsidy for investing up to Rs five crore in these clusters. 23-Aug-2014
Others
Defence minister commissions INS Kamorta
Defence Minister Arun Jaitley commissioned the INS Kamorta, India's first native stealth anti-submarine warfare on Saturday. Designed at the Directorate of Naval Design, the warfare has been built by using carbon fibre reinforced plastic. INS Kamorta is fully equipped with wide range of anti-submarine warfare, anti-air and anti-surface weapons and sensors. Defence minister added that more than 90 percent of the ship is native. He also said that government is encouraging the native manufacturing in defence.
23-Aug-2014
Entertainment
Northeast film festival starts in Delhi
The first edition of northeast film festival has started in Delhi. It was inaugurated by Minister for Information and Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar on Friday. He said that it is an effort to take new initiatives for the northeast region of the country. These regions are full of potential and cultural diversity. The event was also attended by Chief Minister of Meghalaya Mukul Sangma. He said that the state government has started working on infrastructure projects to hold international events. Many other personalities like Manju Borah, Geetanjali Thapa, Oinam Gautam Singh had also attended the opening ceremony.
23-Aug-2014
Politics
AAP not to take part in Vadodara bypolls
While all the major political parties are holding party meetings, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has decided not to contest in the Vadodara bypolls which are going to take place in just five days. Paresh Patel of AAP Vadodara said that the party wants to focus on rebuilding its image which has been damaged by internal fights. The city unit has been instructed by top leaders in Delhi. But some of the AAP leaders are against this decision and have stated that it will dent the party's image.
23-Aug-2014
Politics
Jaitley's clarification on his rape remarks
Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley's remarks describing December 16 Delhi gang rape as a “small incident” started a fresh row of controversy. Hundreds of women Congress supporters protested outside the residence of Jaitley. The father of Nirbhaya, Congress supporters and activists said that Jaitley must apologse for his remarks.Clarifying his stand, Jaitley said that his speech was misunderstood.
23-Aug-2014
Business
Uttar Pradesh government announces new electronic manufacturing policy
A new electronic manufacturing policy has been announced by the Uttar Pradesh government which will allow the mass production of electronic goods like cell phones, computers, DVDs and other such items. The state cabinet has approved the policy which has been inspired by the Chinese model. In the initial phase, small electronic manufacturing cluster will be set up and promoted. The site for one such cluster is at Greater Noida whereas process of finding sites to establish other two clusters is still going on. The state cabinet has also announced 15 percent capital subsidy for investing up to Rs five crore in these clusters.
24-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Apple is replacing batteries of iPhone 5 for free
In case you recharge your Apple iPhone 5 battery very frequently then it might be a good news for you. Apple is replacing these problematic batteries of some selected and a small percentage of iPhone 5 for free. The phone units sold between September of 2012 and January of 2013 are reported to have such defects and eligible for free replacement. To find out if your phone is eligible log into Apple's support site and enter your phone's serial number.
24-Aug-2014
Sports
Telugu Titans defeated Patna Pirates by 3 points – Pro-Kabaddi League
Telugu Titans and Patna Pirates played an interesting match of Pro Kabaddi League at the Sawai Mansingh Indoor Stadium, Jaipur. Both the teams played very well but Telugu Titans was slightly better with their attacking best. Rahul Chaudhari and Deepak Niwas Hooda displayed a wonderful game by backing each other. It defeated Patna by 3 points.
24-Aug-2014
Business
Second arrest in connection with Saradha scam
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Kolkata businessman Sandhir Agarwal after interrogation related to the Saradha scam. The is a second arrest in a week's time in connection with the the multi-crore rupee scam in West Bengal. On Wednesday, East Bengal Football Club official Debabrata Sarkar was arrested by the CBI. Sudipta Sen on April 2013 wrote a letter to the CBI stating the names of Sarkar and his confederates including Agarwal for taking more than Rs 40 crore from him to conceal the investigation carried out by market regulator SEBI.
24-Aug-2014
Politics
Sankaranarayanan appointed as a new governor of Mizoram
K. Sankaranarayanan, the governor of Maharashtra has now been appointed as the Mizoram governor up to the end of his term. In the meanwhile, till any regular arrangements, Gujarat Governor Om Prakash Kohli will look after the related matters in Maharashtra. Sankaranarayanan replaced Kamla Beniwal who was sacked Aug 7 for misusing the governor's office.
24-Aug-2014
Politics
BJP leader writes to PM for constructing Ram temple
The BJP leader Subramanian Swamy wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi giving suggestions to construct Ram temple in Ayodhya. The letter has been published in RSS mouthpiece "Organiser". He suggested six steps which are required to be taken by 2016 to construct Ram temple. He also mentioned to offer an alternative site "Babri Masjid muthwali" for a mosque. In its 2014 manifesto the BJP has promised to construct Ram temple if legal.
24-Aug-2014
Others
Pakistan Rangers continue firing in Jammu district
The Pakistan Rangers continued firing at the Border Security Force (BSF) posts and villages located in R.S. Pura and Arnia areas close to border with long range weapons in Jammu district. Rangers started firing at 10 p.m. and continued it at regular interval of time during the night. They targeted 12 BSF outposts in R.S.Pura and 10 in Arnia sectors. BSF troops are striking back. About 1000 villagers have been moved to a safer place as per media report.
24-Aug-2014
Others
Indian Army is prepared to respond to firing by Pakistan
Defence Minister Arun Jaitley said that the Indian Army will act in regard to ceasefire violations by Pakistan in Jammu and Kashmir. He pointed out the killing of civilians during Pakistani firing in the border areas of Jammu and Kashmir. The killing during peace is further wrong. The minister said that the Indian Army is fully prepared and will definitely respond to such violations but detailed information is still awaited. The defence ministry is in the process of gathering information pertaining to the recent violation of the 2003 ceasefire in Jammu and Kashmir. 25-Aug-2014
Business
Adani plans to invest $2 billion in power plant in Odisha
Adani Group is expected to sign a pact with the Odisha government to set up 2,500 megawatt power plant. As per reports, the company will invest $2 billion or Rs 12,000 crore in this plant. It is also expected to have identified several sites in different districts of Odisha. As per reports, the power plant is likely to be built in phases and the raw material will be sourced from Chendipada and Machakata coal blocks.
25-Aug-2014
Sports
BCCI annoyed with Dhoni over referring Fletcher as 'Boss'
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is annoyed after India skipper MS Dhoni gave a statement that ‘Fletcher is still the boss’ and will also lead the team during the next World Cup to be held next year. As per a press statement by a BCCI official, only BCCI can decide about the coach and not Dhoni. He also added that the committee of BCCI will decide about the captain and the coach for the Indian cricket team for the World Cup.
25-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Intex to launch its first Firefox smartphone today
Intex will lift the veil of its first Firefox smartphone in India today. As per reports, this will be India’s cheapest smartphone and will be priced below Rs 2,000. The phone is expected to have a 3.5-inch display, 1 GHZ processor and 2 megapixel camera. To compete with Intex, Spice will also launch Firefox’s phone on August 29. Mozilla, developer of Firefox, had tied up with Spice and Intex earlier this year to launch smartphones at lower prices inIndia.
25-Aug-2014
Business
SpiceJet's festive fares starting at Rs 1,888
During the festive season, SpiceJet is offering tickets at Rs 1,888 including taxes. It will be a limited period offer and will be available on bookings till 27 August, 2014. The tickets will be available at this price for traveling between 25 September and 15 January 2015 (including both the days). These offers will only be available for domestic travellers. Since January, Spice has launched over a dozen discount schemes.
25-Aug-2014
Business
Nifty touches new heights
Sensex has touched a new peak by hitting a record high of 26,561.65 points in early trade. Nifty also touched new peak of 7945.90. As per reports, all the sectors were trading in green and good buying was noticed in healthcare, banking and auto sectors. The S&P BSE gained 116.42 points, auto by 63.08 points and healthcare index by 103.15 points.
25-Aug-2014
Politics
RJD Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav unwell; admitted to hospital
Former Bihar Chief Minister and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav was admitted to a hospital in Mumbai after he was taken ill. He has been admitted to the Asian Heart Hospital in Mumbai under the observation of Ramakanta Panda, a renowned cardiac surgeon. Lalu is likely to undergo a heart surgery as two of his valves require replacement.
25-Aug-2014
Politics
Amit Shah meets villagers from near Pakistan border
BJP President Amit Shah met villagers from near Pakistani border. He visited a higher secondary school in RS Pura where villagers from across the borders are residing because of firing from Pakistan. As per reports Shah told these people that the Indian army is strong enough to give a befitting reply to the troops of Pakistan. He also visited a Bishnah town in Jammu which is a safe accommodation for such villagers.
25-Aug-2014
Others
SC: Coal Block Allocations since 1993 are 'illegal'
The Supreme Court of India has said that the allocation of the coal blocks since 1993 lacks transparency. As per the reports, the judges have also said that more hearings will be required to decide whether the mining rights of the concerned companies should be cancelled or not. The court answered to a bunch of petitions which have asked for the cancellation of coal block allocations. CBI also alleged that mining licenses were given to private companies in the absence of a transparent bidding process.
25-Aug-2014
Politics
Sheila Dikshit meets Home Minister Rajnath Singh
Kerala Governor Sheila Dikhshit met Home Minister Rajnath Singh, amidst media speculation about her continuation in the Raj Bhavan of Thiruvananthapuram. When asked by the reporters whether she will resign from her current post, Sheila replied that these are only rumours. As per reports, she was allegedly nudged by the NDA government to quit from her post. It is also reported that she might be transferred to a northeast state.
25-Aug-2014
Others
10 die in stampede in Madhya Pradesh
As per reports, 10 people were killed and more than 60 people are believed to be injured during a stampede at Kamtanath Pahad Temple in Satna district in Madhya Pradesh. Devotees in large number had gathered at the religious place on the eve of ‘Amavasya’ and the incident took place near the temple. According to Collector M L Meena, the presence of a huge crowd resulted in a stampede which took life of 10 people. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has declared an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh to the family of those who were killed in the stampede and Rs 50,000 and Rs 10,000 to those who were seriously injured and those who received minor injuries, respectively. 26-Aug-2014
Others
Delhi, Mumbai Airports set to screen passengers from Liberia
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26-Aug-2014
Politics
Rajnath Singh reviews the situation on border
Home Minister Rajnath Singh reviewed the situation along the borders with Pakistan after the ceasefire violations by Pakistan across Line of Control (LOC) in Jammu and Kashmir and international border. As per reports, Singh gave a close look at the deployment of the Border Security Force (BSF) and asked them to take all possible steps to ensure the safety of the common people.
26-Aug-2014
Others
Followers of Swaroopananda and Shirdi Sai Baba clash
A dispute between the followers of Shirdi Sai Baba and Shankaracharya Swaroopananda Saraswati led to a scuffle at the time of a religious meet in Chhattisgarh. A controversy was earlier sparked when Swaroopananda Saraswati said Sai Baba was neither a guru nor a saint. To discuss and debate over the issue, the Divya Chaturmas Mahotsav Samiti organised a conclave at Kawardha. The Shri Saibaba Sansthan Trust did not react to the invitation and not even participated in the discussion.
26-Aug-2014
Business
Rajan alerts against debt waiver schemes
Raghuram Rajan, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor has alerted against the debt waivers which are proposed by few state governments. He has emphasised on the adverse effects such schemes can bring on the financial condition of the banks, which are reeling under prudential requirements and deterioration in asset quality. While addressing a conference, he stressed on the need for strengthening the state-level coordination committees (SLCCs).
26-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Sony brings a 'selfie' smartphone at Rs 23,990 in India
Japanese electronics giant Sony has launched a new handset, Xperia C3 in India. The dual-SIM phone will be available at a price of Rs 23,990. The phone has been created with a special feature of ‘PROselfie cam’ which can be used for social sharing experience. It has a 5.5-inch screen, an 8 megapixel camera with LED flash. It is supported by quad-core processor of 1.2 Ghz and has a 1 GB RAM and internal memory of 8 GB.

26-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Android One to be launched in India soon, Karbonn and Micromax to line-up their products
Google project, Android One which promises to offer rich smartphone experience at lower prices will be launched in India in September. On the other hand, Karbonn, Micromax and Spice are also prepared to launch their products in the Indian markets in the same month. All the manufacturers are expected to launch these handsets within the range of Rs 7,000-10,000. It is also expected that Google will bring more such handsets depending upon the response from the customers.
26-Aug-2014
Sports
Badminton Championship: Tarun-Ashwin makes exit in the first round
India saw a disheartening start at the World Badminton Championship as Ashwin Ponnappa and Tarun Kona made an early exit in the mixed doubles held in the Ballerup Super Arena in Copenhagen. The duo went down by Denmark pair - Anders Kristiansen and Julie Houmann - by 16-21, 25-27. However, they came close to push the game when they led 21-20 and 23-22. 26-Aug-2014
Others
RN Ravi appointed as new chief of joint intelligence panel
R N Ravi has been appointed as the new chief of the Joint Intelligence Committee (JIC) by the government. He was a former special director of the Intelligence Bureau. Ravi will be given a rank of secretary to the central government and the position of JIC Chairman has been given to him for three years. Ramesh Chand Tayal has also been appointed as the special director general of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). According to an official release, these two appointments have been cleared by the appointment committee of the cabinet.
26-Aug-2014
Politics
Hospital: Lalu needs cardiac surgery
The Asian Heart Institute has said that a cardiac surgery will be required for RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav who was admitted to the hospital on Monday. A statement released by the Medical Director of the hospital, Vijay D’Silva says that based on the preliminary reports, it is confirmed that Lalu needs a cardiac surgery. He also said that few reports are pending and once those come,it will be decided what kind of surgery is to be conducted. 26-Aug-2014
Politics
Muzaffarnagar accused given Z category security
Muzzafarnagar riot-accused, BJP leader Sangeet Som has been given the security under ‘Z Category’ by the Union home ministry. As per reports, Som has been accused by the Uttar Pradesh police for making inflammatory speeches and uploading fake videos which triggered the riots in Muzaffarnagar last year. Som has been assigned with bulletproof cars and 30 security guards. This move by the government has been criticised by several political parties. 27-Aug-2014
Others
Tickets sold at Rs 100 on 'Air India Day'
Air India will be celebrating its merger with Indian Airlines as ‘Air India Day’ on Wednesday. On this occasion, the national carrier is offering tickets at Rs 100 excluding taxes. for a limited offer. As per a statement by an official spokesperson of the airlines, this is the first time that they will be celebrating this day. He also said that a function will be held on 27 August to celebrate the occasion.
27-Aug-2014
Politics
Advani out of the top positions in BJP
BJP veteran leader Lal Krishan Advani has been relieved from the key positions in the BJP which he has held since the inception of the party. Like Advani, names of other senior leaders like Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Murli Manohar Joshi were excluded from the list of the parliamentary board of the BJP. The board headed by Amit Shah, has included the names of Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and general secretary JP Nadda. Narendra Modi and Rajnath Singh are also included in the parliamentary board.

27-Aug-2014
Business
EPFO to offer 8.75 percent interest in fiscal year 2014-2015
The Employee Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) will retain the interest amount on deposits of provident fund at 8.75 percent for the fiscal year 2014-2015. K K Jalan, Central Provident Fund Commissioner (CPFC), confirmed the interest rate for 2014-2015. As per media reports, the decision to retain the interest rate was kept the same despite the protests from the union members of the Central Board of Trustees (CBT). The final notification for the same will be issued by the Finance Ministry later in the year.
27-Aug-2014
Politics
Ministers with criminal background: SC throws the ball in PM's court
The Supreme Court has said that though there is no restriction on the Prime Minister to choose a person to be a minister, but as he has the responsibility of being a custodian of the constitutional trust, he should not appoint any unwarranted person as minister. The Constitution bench of the apex court has said that no changes regarding disqualification can be made in the Article (75) which authorises the PM to select any person as a minister. It says that a person who is in conflict with the law should not be given any executive responsibilities.
27-Aug-2014
Others
Lakhs of people affected in Assam floods
As per media reports, lakhs of people have been affected in around 16 districts of Assam due to floods. The authorities have said that many rivers including the Brahmaputra and its tributaries are flowing above the danger level. As per the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA), 12,65,449 people have been affected due to floods in the districts of Lakhimpur and Morigaon. It is also reported that 1,63,052 people have taken shelter in around 212 relief camps which are set up by the administration.
27-Aug-2014
Others
First batch of Haj pilgrims departs from Kashmir
The first lot of pilgrims for Haj 2014 has left from Srinagar by a direct flight to Madina in Saudi Arabia. 275 pilgrims took the flight from the Srinagar International Airport for Haj destination. As per reports, 7,007 pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir are registered and scheduled to visit the holy Muslim pilgrimage through the quota of the state government. It is also reported that 300 are expected to have booked their visit through private tour and travel operators. Every day two flights are likely to carry the pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir to Madina till mid-September.
27-Aug-2014
Sports
Saina Nehwal reaches the third round of World Badminton Championship
Saina Nehwal has reached the third round of the World Badminton Championship. She has defeated Russia’s Natalia Perminova in women’s singles held in Copenhagen. She took only 31 minutes to win over Perminova 21-11 21-9. In men’s single, Ajay Jayaram has also moved to the second round after defeating Japan’s Kenichi Tago. However, Commonwealth gold medalist Parupalli Kashyap witnessed a defeat by Germany’s Dieter Domke.
27-Aug-2014
Entertainment
Rani Mukherjee wants re-certification of 'Mardaani'
Actress Rani Mukherjee’s recent release “Mardaani’ earned Rs 15 crore in the opening weekend despite having an A-certificate. As per reports, in Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, the movie has been made tax free. However, Rani wants that the children above the age of 12 years should watch the film based on female trafficking. The actress said that she feels sad and disappointed and is campaigning for a new category so that the children below the age of 12 years can watch her film.
27-Aug-2014
Others
NHRC sends notice to Odisha government over expired medicines
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is seeking a report from the government of Odisha on the low-quality and time-expired medicines which are administered in the state. The commission has asked the principal secretary of the health ministry to submit a report. The decision came in response to the petition filed by Odisha’s human rights campaigner Akhand.
27-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Xiaomi to launch its new handset and service centres in major cities soon
After the success of its Mi3, Xiaomi has announced to launch another smartphone, Redmi 1S in India soon. It will have a 4.7-inch screen with a 1.6 GHz Sanpdragon 400 quad-core processor. Redmi 1S will be priced at Rs. 5,999. The announcement was made during the launch event at Delhi where the Global VP of Xiaomi, Hugo Barra was also present. As per reports, Xiaomi also plans to set up its service centres at Hyderabad, Mumbai, Chennai and Gurgaon. 28-Aug-2014
Sports
Delhi Half Marathon will be held on 23 November
As per media reports, the seventh edition of the Airtel Delhi Half Marathon is likely to will be held on 23 November. The organisers are expecting more competitors this year than last year which was reported to have 31,000 entries. The fees for the event is kept as Rs. 1,300 for the professionals for the half marathon and Rs. 600 for amateurs for the great Delhi run.
28-Aug-2014
Politics
Son of Cabinet Minister booked with rape charges
As per media reports, a case of rape has been filed against the Railway Minister D.V. Sadananda Gowda’s son. The woman who has filed the complaint claims that she is married to the boy. Karthik Gowda, the minister’s son has rejected the claims by the woman. The woman is reported to be small-time model and has also acted in Kannada films.
28-Aug-2014
Others
Health Ministry: 821 passengers have been tracked for Ebola
According to the health ministry, 821 passengers have been tracked for the Ebola virus in India so far. Most of them belong to Kerala,Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu. As per a statement released by the ministry, a passenger travelling from Nigeria has been found with few symptoms of the virus; however, her reports are still awaited.
28-Aug-2014
Sports
Mary Kom and Akhil prepared for the Asian Games
Indian boxers Mary Kom and Akhil Kumar made a comeback to the boxing squad for the Asian Games to be held next month. Both the players put a strong fight during the two day selection trials. 13 boxers including 10 men and 3 women have been selected to represent India in the Asian Games, post these trials.
28-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Central government launches .Bharat domain
The central government has launched the .Bharat domain in Devanagari script which covers eight languages including Hindi, Marathi and Konkani. After the launch, the individuals or the companies who wish to own a website with domain name in Hindi will be able to do so. The domain ‘.Bharat’ will be used as an extension in place of the common domains such as .Net, .Com or .In.
28-Aug-2014
Business
SEBI changes trading safety rules
With a view to strengthen the risk market, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has asked the depositories to set up a fund that would act as a safety net in case of default. As per reports, the regulator has also asked the clearing houses to launch separate funds for different market segments such as debt, currency and equity.
28-Aug-2014
Others
Assam Rifles jawans killed due to bomb explosion
Militants struck again when a bomb explosion in the Chandel district of Manipur took life of two Assam Rifles Jawans and injured one. The bomb is reported to have exploded during the time when the 3rd Assam Rifles battalion was patrolling around their post in Old Somtal area.
28-Aug-2014
Entertainment
Shah Rukh becomes 'turn back crime' ambassador for Interpol
Superstar Shah Rukh Khan has been signed as an ambassador by the Interpol for its ‘Turn Back Crime’ campaign which is meant to promote awareness among people on how they can play an important role in preventing crime. As per reports, Shah Rukh Khan has joined Chinese actor Jackie Chan in the list of ambassador for this campaign.
28-Aug-2014
Others
Pakistan goes on to violate ceasefire
As per reports, Pakistan continues to violate the ceasefire as its troops again resorted to firing at the Indian position on the border. As per a statement from an army official,Pakistan resorted to unprovoked firing in the Pargwal region of Jammu and Kashmir. He also informed that few outposts were also affected due to the firing.
28-Aug-2014
Others
SC asks DLF to pay Rs. 630 crore penalty
The Supreme Court has okayed the penalty of Rs 630 crore on real estate giant DLF, imposed by Competition Commission of India (CCI) for exploiting its dominant position to the disadvantage of its clients in three different projects in Gurgaon. The bench of Justice N.V. Ramana and Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai has found DLF guilty of unfair trade practices. 29-Aug-2014
Politics
Modi launches Jan Dhan Yojna that aims at one bank account per household
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Jan Dhan Yojana scheme which aims to remove the financial ‘untouchability’ that the poor people of the country have been suffering since Independence. Modi said that people who open their bank accounts before 26 January 2015 will be given an extra life insurance cover of Rs 30,000 and Rs 1 lakh accident insurance.
29-Aug-2014
Business
AirAsia India offers tickets for Rs 600
AirAsia India launched a promotional offer with fares as low as Rs 600. The offer will be available on the bookings which will be made before 31 August for travel between 26 October 2014 and 24 October 2015. At present, AirAsia operates from Bangalore to Kochi,Goa and Chennai sectors.
29-Aug-2014
Others
Bus falls in gorge in Meghalaya, 4 die
A bus fell in a gorge in Meghalaya, taking the lives of four people and injuring 30 others. As per reports, the bus left the Tura district headquarters and the accident happened at around 11 PM near Dollonggre village. The injured people were taken to Tura Civil Hospital.
29-Aug-2014
Business
CBI books more lenders as its probe widens in Syndicate Bank case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered two enquiries against UCO Bank and Bank of Maharashtra. The enquiries were made against the two banks in connection with alleged irregularities in extending the credit facilities. CBI took these steps to widen its probe in the Syndicate Bank case. It had earlier arrested Director of Altius Finserv Pvt Ltd for bribing S.K. Jain, Chairman and Managing Director of Syndicate Bank.
29-Aug-2014
Politics
PM and Speaker greet nation on Ganesh Chaturthi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan greeted people on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi which starts on Friday. The PM tweeted 'May Lord Ganesh shower his blessings on all of us and enrich our lives with peace and wisdom.' The Speaker in her message said Lord Ganesha takes away all obstacles from our lives and embodies the virtue of peace, harmony, prosperity and wisdom.
29-Aug-2014
Others
RTI activist arrested for faking death
An RTI activist who was found dead in his car in Greater Noida area in June has been arrested in Bangalore by the Noida police. The accused Chandra Mohan Sharma has been arrested for faking his death and killing a mentally unstable person whose body was discovered from his vehicle.
29-Aug-2014
Science and Technology
Samsung slashes price of Galaxy K zoom to Rs 19,999
Samsung has reduced the price of its handset Galaxy K zoom in India. The device will now be available at Rs 19,999 now than the previous price of Rs 29,999. The exclusive online retailer of the handset, Amazon India has affirmed the price cut. As per reports, the discount of Rs 10,000 will be for few days only but the exact dates have not been revealed.
29-Aug-2014
Sports
Sindhu, Saina reach women's quarter-finals of World champoinship
Badminton champions P.V. Sindhu and Saina Nehwal made it to the women’s singles quarter-finals of the World Championship which was held in Ballerup Super Arena in Copenhagen. Saina won the match by 14-21,21-18 and Sindhu won it by 19-21, 22-20, 25-23.

29-Aug-2014
Politics
PM pays tribute to hockey maestro Dhyan Chand
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to hockey legend Dhyan Chand on his birth anniversary which is also celebrated as the 'National Sports Day' in India. Modi in a tweet said that the dedication of Dhyan Chand towards sports will continue to inspire the nation. He also congratulated the sportspersons who have been enhancing the pride of the nation by their performance in their respective fields.
29-Aug-2014
Others
Teacher booked for beating child to death in Rajasthan
A case of murder has been registered against a private school teacher in Dausa district in Rajasthan after he allegedly killed an eight-year-old girl child. The Superintendent of Police of Dausa, Anshuman Bhomia said they have started the investigation and recorded statements of the witnesses. 30-Aug-2014
Politics
Prime Minister Modi arrives in Japan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Japan for a five-day visit to the county. He was received at Kyoto airport by Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe who will be hosting a dinner for him later on.The bileteral talks will focus on urban renewal and smart heritage cities. The talks will cover discussions on advanced scientific research and take India's strategic and global relations to the next level.
30-Aug-2014
Politics
BJP offered me post of Delhi CM – Kumar Vishwas
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kumar Vishwas has added something new to the ongoing political drama over the formation of Government in Delhi by stating that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had offered him the post of Delhi's chief minister after general elections. Vishwas without disclosing the name of the person added that his friend who is a BJP MLA approached him and conveyed that BJP wanted him to accept the offer. Delhi has been under President's rule since February this year 30-Aug-2014
Entertainment
Director Soundarya Rajinikanth joins renowned Eros International
The notable production house Eros International has appointed Director Soundarya Rajinikanth as the Creative Project Director and Head of the Digital Initiatives. Soundarya in her tweet mentioned that she is thrilled to play a new role. But Soundarya will continue directing films which is her passion.
30-Aug-2014
Others
Defence Ministry scraps Rs 6,000 crore tender for procuring light utility helicopters
The Defence Acquisition Council headed by Defence Minister Arun Jaitley decided not to give green signal to Rs 6,000 crore tender for obtaining 197 light utility helicopters for army and air force. A CBI probe had already put the tender on hold. Investigations were initiated on allegations against an army official suspected to sought a bribe from a competitor. In the same meeting, the government cleared proposals worth more than Rs 17,500 crore that also includes the proposal to upgrade submarines and obtain 118 Arjun Mk II tanks.
30-Aug-2014
Sports
Bihar government to honour CWG silver medallist Shreyasi Singh
Bihar Chief Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi announced that soon 2014 Commonwealth Games women's double trap shooting silver medallist Shreyasi Singh will be honoured by the state government. She will also receive Rs 11 lakh. The government was being criticized regularly for not honouring her. Shreyasi is a daughter of former union minister, the late Digvijay Singh. As per media reports, she was upset with the government for not acknowledging her performance at the 2014 Commonwealth Games. 31-Aug-2014
Entertainment
US Post Service to honour legendary actor Rao
The US Post Service (USPS) will issue a postage stamp on the birthday of the late legendary actor Vibhushan Akkineni Nageswarara Rao to honour him, Akkineni Foundation of America (AFA) announced. He is the first Indian actor to receive this honour. A special postal stamp release ceremony will be hosted by the foundation in Dallas Texas on September, 20. As per media report the veteran actor’s son Nagarjuna Akkineni said that he and his entire family is overwhelmed to receive this honor. Rao has acted in more than 255 Telgu, Tamil and Hindi films and breath his last on January 22.
31-Aug-2014
Others
To ease traffic Delhi Metro makes changes in roundabout
For a better flow of Metro traffic around central Delhi, the Delhi metro made some changes in a central Delhi roundabout. To assist the construction of Mandi House Metro station and tunneling, the Delhi Metro took charge of the rotary in central Delhi from the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) in October 2011. The diameter of the rotary has been increased from 78 to 81 metres and moved towards the Copernicus Marg. By the end of next month it will be given back to NDMC.
31-Aug-2014
Business
Government may approve a hike in DA
Government is expected to give sanction to the decision related to a hike in dearness allowance (DA) from 100 percent to 107 percent of the basic salary. This will benefit 30 lakh emloyees at the Centre and 50 lakh pensioners including their dependents. The previous UPA government had hiked DA from 90 percent to 100 percent with effect from January 1, 2014. But the central government employees' union is not happy with the 7 percent hike.
31-Aug-2014
Sports
Indian shuttler Sindhu wins bronze medal
Indian shuttler PV Sindhu again had to satisfied with a bronze medal at the World Badminton Championship. Carolina Marin of Spain defeated her at the semifinal at the Ballerup Super Arena by 17-21, 15-21. With this bronze medal; 11th seeded player Sindhu failed to be the first Indian women shuttler to reach the finals of the World Championship. Sindhu also won bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
31-Aug-2014
Politics
Chennamaneni Vidyasagar Rao is a new governor of Maharashtra
Senior BJP leader from Telangana, Chennamaneni Vidyasagar Rao is a new governor of Maharashtra. His sworn in ceremony took place at a function at the Raj Bhavan. Bombay High Court Chief Justice Mohit Shah administered the oath of office and secrecy. The charge was given by Gujarat Governor O.P. Kohli who from the past one week was managing additional charge of Maharashtra.
31-Aug-2014
Others
Public offices in Punjab and Chandigarh to have biometric attendance system
All the public offices in Punjab and Chandigarh are going to have biometric attendance devices. The decision to install these devices has been taken to infuse sense of discipline and punctuality among public servants. The change is the part of the governance reforms campaign by Punjab Government and has been approved by Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal. Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal, other ministers and senior officers conducted surprise checks and found out that many senior officers and employees were either absent or late comers. The new system will keep a check on this

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