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TMC leader, 2 others killed in bomb attack near Kolkata
A Trinamool Congress leader and two other people were killed near Kolkata when unidentified men hurled bombs and opened gunfire at the vehicle of Trinamool MLA Biswanath Das. The incident occurred shortly after Das disembarked from the vehicle at a party office nearby, escaping unhurt. Das alleged that CPI(M) goons were behind the attack.
13 trapped after flooding in illegal coal mine in Meghalaya
At least 13 people were trapped after flooding occurred in an illegal coal mine in Meghalaya's East Jaintia Hills district, police said on Thursday. The mine was near Lytein river and due to the overflowing of water all trapped are feared dead, police officials added. National Green Tribunal has nbanned unscientific and unsafe rat-hole coal mining in Meghalaya since 2014.
Rafale deal was crystal clear from beginning: Rajnath Singh
Talking about the Supreme Court verdict on Rafale deal, Union Minister Rajnath Singh said, "The matter was crystal clear from the beginning." "The allegations levelled by Congress were baseless and to gain political mileage," he added. The apex court on Friday dismissed all petitions seeking an investigation into $8-billion Rafale deal with French company Dassault.
Godrej launches luxury residences with air-purifying technology
Godrej properties has launched luxury residences with cutting-edge air purifying technology to provide homes with 10X purer air quality than anywhere else in Gurugram. The residential development at Sector 85 contains host of air purification and medicinal plants across the vicinity to provide best air quality in the city. The development contains a mix of 2,3 & 4 bed residences.
Kamal Nath to be Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister, announces Congress
After emerging as single-largest party with 114 seats in Madhya Pradesh, Congress announced that nine-time Lok Sabha MP Kamal Nath will be sworn in as the state's Chief Minister. Earlier, Congress MLAs had unanimously decided that party President Rahul Gandhi will take a decision on the state's Chief Minister. Jyotiraditya Scindia was also being considered for the post.n
Fastest fast bowler to 50 ODI wickets hit fastest ODI 50 for India
Ajit Agarkar, who is the quickest fast bowler to reach 50 ODI wickets, slammed the fastest ODI fifty for India off 21 deliveries against Zimbabwe on December 14, 2000. Agarkar surpassed Kapil Dev, who had scored fifty off 22 balls on March 29, 1983, against Windies. He scored 67*(25) and took three wickets to help India win the match.
1st tied Test match was caused by direct hit off penultimate ball
Australia needed one run off two balls with one wicket remaining when Windies' Joe Solomon's direct hit resulted in the first-ever tied Test. The match's last over, consisting of eight balls, involved a leg-bye, bye, caught behind, dropped catch, and two run-outs. The first-ever tied Test ended on December 14, 1960, almost 84 years since the first Test in 1877.
What is a drop-in pitch, being used for 2nd Australia-India Test?
The second Australia-India Test is being played on a drop-in pitch at the Optus Stadium in Perth. A drop-in pitch is prepared away from the venue in which it is used, and is dropped into the site by a crane. Weighing around 30 tons and having 20-cm depth, a drop-in pitch is maintained in a steel frame.
Govt has spent over ₹5,200 crore in ads since 2014: I&B Minister
The Centre has spent over ₹5,200 crore in advertisements via electronic, print and other media since 2014-15, Information and Broadcasting Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore informed the Lok Sabha. Rathore said ₹979.78 crore was spent in 2014-15, ₹1,160.16 crore in 2015-16, ₹1,264.26 crore in 2016-17 and ₹1,313.57 crore in 2017-18. Meanwhile, ₹527.96 crore has been spent in 2018-19 till now.
Which teams have qualified for the UEFA Champions League last 16?
All four Premier League clubs, which qualified in the UEFA Champions League 2018-19 group stage, have advanced to the Round of 16 of the competition. Bayern Munich, Porto, Ajax, Lyon and Barcelona are the only clubs to have advanced without losing a single match in the group stage. PSG scored the most goals (17) in the group stage.
Nissan sues sister of fired chairman for 'unjust enrichment'
Japanese carmaker Nissan has sued ousted chairman Carlos Ghosn's sister on Tuesday in a Rio de Janeiro court for "unjust enrichment". Brazil-born Ghosn is accused of having underreported his income and is currently being held in a prison in Japan. Reports had said that Ghosn's sister was paid $100,000 a year as remuneration for a non-existent "advisory role" since 2002.n
₹2,012 crore spent on PM Narendra Modi's foreign trips since 2014
The government has spent more than ₹2,012 crore on chartered flights, maintenance of aircraft and secure hotline facilities for PM Narendra Modi's foreign visits since 2014. Out of the ₹2,012 crore, ₹1,583 crore was spent on PM's aircraft maintenance. The details of PM's foreign travel expenditure were shared in the Parliament by Minister of State for External Affairs VK Singh.
Unfair to call one-time loan defaulter a 'chor': Gadkari on Mallya
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Thursday said it's unfair to tag a "one-time loan defaulter Vijay Mallyaji" as a "chor" (thief). "For 40 years Mallya was regularly paying interest on loans. After entering the aviation sector, he started facing problems, and suddenly he became a chor (thief)...This mindset is not correct," Gadkari said. Mallya defaulted on loans worth ₹9,000 crore.
Indian man gets 9-yr jail for molesting sleeping woman on US flight
A 35-year-old IT professional from Tamil Nadu, on a US work visa, was awarded nine years in prison for molesting a sleeping woman during a flight. The 23-year-old victim, who caught the man while he was touching her inappropriately, said he unzipped her pants and unbuttoned her shirt. The accused, Prabhu Ramamoorthy, will be deported after serving jail term.
US Senate votes to end military support for Saudis in Yemen war
The US Senate has voted 56-41 to end US military support for the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen's civil war. It is the first time either chamber of Congress has backed a resolution to withdraw US forces from a military engagement under the War Powers Act. The Senate also blamed Saudi nCrown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for journalist Jamal Khashoggi's murder.
Yemen government, Houthi rebels agree to ceasefire in Hodeidah
The Yemeni government and Houthi rebels, the two warring parties in Yemen's civil war, have agreed to a ceasefire for the port city of Hodeidah. The agreement included the deployment of neutral forces and the establishment of humanitarian corridors. The agreement was reached at peace talks brokered by the United Nations that concluded in Sweden on Thursday.
We are not prepared to die: Maldives on climate change
The island nation of the Maldives, which is among countries most vulnerable to the impact of climate change, on Thursday said, "We are not prepared to die." Former Maldivian President and head of the country's delegation at the UN climate talks, Mohamed Nasheed called upon other nations to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, calling climate change a national security issue.
IRDAI allows single personal accident cover for multiple vehicles
Customers will not have to purchase separate Compulsory Personal Accident (CPA) cover for each new vehicle they buy from January 1, IRDAI has said. Instead of a 'bundled' personal accident cover, vehicle owners can buy CPA cover separately. In September, the insurance regulator raised the minimum insurance cover for owner-driver to ₹15 lakh for an annual premium of ₹750.
It's a disease, everyone has it: Karan on actors' 'delusions'
While speaking about actors and their "delusions" about their status in Bollywood, filmmaker Karan Johar said, "It is a disease. Everyone has it". "Just because their two films do well suddenly it's all me, myself and I," Karan added. Further, talking about actors' salary demands, Karan said, "It gets exhausting to sit in monetary discussions because they are delusional."
Fascinated by 150-year-old weapons in 'Manikarnika': Kangana
In a post shared on Instagram, actress Kangana Ranaut revealed she was "fascinated with the 150-year-old weapons" used in her film 'Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi'. "I also had to carry a shield that weighed about 5 kg," the actress added. Kangana will be playing the role of Rani Laxmibai in the film which is set to release in January.
Alia, Ranveer's 'Gully Boy' to premiere at Berlin Film Fest
The Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh starrer 'Gully Boy' will have a world premiere at the 69th Berlin International Film Festival. 'Gully Boy' is inspired by the lives of Mumbai-based rappers Vivian Fernandes and Naved Shaikh and is directed by Zoya Akhtar. The film, which also stars Kalki Koechlin, is scheduled to release on February 14, 2019.
'CID' creator BP Singh appointed as new FTII President
Creator of Indian TV show 'CID' Brijendra Pal Singh has been appointed as the new president of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) Society and Chairman of Governing Council. Singh will replace former FTII President Anupam Kher, who announced in October that he was stepping down due to his "busy schedule". Singh was previously Vice Chairman of FTII.
Kohli's b'day post for Anushka most 'loved': Instagram India
Team India captain Virat Kohli's post on Instagram, wishing his wife Anushka Sharma on her birthday, was the most 'loved' post in India this year, Instagram revealed in its 'Year in Review' feature. While Virat's post garnered 3.6 million 'hearts', Anushka came in second on the list with 2.8 million 'hearts'. Anushka is seen posing with Kohli in her post.
Google ends unlimited free storage for some video formats
Google's image and video storage service Google Photos has announced that certain video formats will no longer be supported by the platform. The technology giant said unsupported videos uploaded after December 6 will be counted in its storage quota. It further added that restricting Google Photos from automatically compressing content will also result in taking up the storage quota.
French foreign ministry confirms hackers stole website data
The French foreign ministry on Thursday confirmed that ‘Ariane’, its website for citizens travelling abroad, had been hacked and users’ personal data had been stolen. “The information does not include sensitive financial material or data likely to disclose destinations," the ministry said. The website was set up in 2010 to enable French citizens to receive security-related updates while abroad.
BJP to hold National Council meeting on January 11 and 12
BJP has announced that it will hold a National Council meeting on January 11 and 12 at Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in Delhi, ahead of the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. All public representatives of the party, including MPs and MLAs, will attend the meeting. Further, a BJP Mahila Morcha meeting will be held on December 21 and 22 in Ahmedabad.
Don't look at Army as a job provider: Army Chief Gen Rawat
Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on Thursday said Indian Army shouldn't be looked upon as a job provider organisation. Army personnel who feign illness or disability in order to avoid duty will soon face action from the Army, he added. He assured all help to former and serving soldiers who have actually suffered disability in the line of duty.
Nearly 9 crore toilets built in 4 years: Uma Bharti
Union Minister Uma Bharti on Thursday informed the Lok Sabha that around nine crore toilets have been built across the country since October 2014 under the Swachh Bharat Mission (Gramin). She said a total of 546 districts were declared Open Defecation Free (ODF) during last three years and the current financial year. No Goa district was declared ODF, she added.
SC rejects RCom's plea seeking more time to pay Ericsson
The Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a petition by Reliance Communications (RCom), seeking to extend the December 15 deadline to repay ₹550-crore dues to Ericsson. The company argued it hasn't received 'no objection certificate' from telecom department to proceed with spectrum sale to Reliance Jio. RCom earlier said proceeds from spectrum deal will be used to clear Ericsson's dues.
Nehru said RBI controls monetary policy, govt economic policy: FM
Finance Minister Arun Jaitley has said that former PM Jawaharlal Nehru had written to RBI stating that economic policy is determined by government, while RBI has autonomy over monetary policy. "We are the sovereign government... the most important stakeholder [in managing] economy," he added. He also questioned how a discussion on RBI's functioning could be deemed the institution's "destruction".
How many states in India are currently being ruled by the BJP?
Following the 2018 Assembly elections in five states, the BJP and its allies now control governments in 16 of the 29 states in India. BJP lost Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan to Congress and its allies in the recently concluded elections. Notably, the BJP and its allies were in power in 21 states nine months ago.
2 most powerful warriors- patience, time: Rahul on MP CM selection
Ahead of announcing the new Chief Minister for Madhya Pradesh, Congress President Rahul Gandhi tweeted a picture with contenders Kamal Nath and Jyotiraditya Scindia. He captioned the image, "The two most powerful warriors are patience and time. - Leo Tolstoy". Meanwhile, the party is yet to announce the CM face for Rajasthan as well as Chhattisgarh.
BCCI shares pic of pitch at Perth, user jokes 'Kahan hai pitch?'
After BCCI shared the picture of the 'bright green' pitch to be used for the second Australia-India Test at Perth, a user tweeted, "Kahan hai pitch?" Another user wrote, "Where is the pitch? It's just the outfield." "Pitch ko identify karne ke liye uncle baithke chalk piece se mark kar rahe hai taaki differentiate kar sake," read another tweet.
India lose to Netherlands in last 8, crash out of Hockey World Cup
India crashed out of the men's Hockey World Cup after losing in the quarter-final to Netherlands 1-2 on Thursday. Akashdeep Singh scored in the 12th minute to give India the lead but Netherlands equalised in the 15th minute and scored the winner in the 50th minute. Three-time champions Netherlands will face three-time champions Australia in the semi-finals on Saturday.
India's only state Happiness Minister loses in Madhya Pradesh
India's only state Happiness Minister Lal Singh Arya lost his Gohad seat to Congress candidate Ranvir Jatav by a margin of 23,989 votes. The BJP leader was the first minister of Madhya Pradesh's Happiness Department, modelled on the national happiness index used by Bhutan. Arya was arrested in 2017 over his alleged role in the murder of a Congress leader.
How many states in India are now being ruled by Congress?
After defeating BJP in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh in the recent Assembly elections, Congress and its allies now control governments in five of the 29 states in India. Congress lost Mizoram Assembly elections to Mizo National Front (MNF), after having ruled the state since 2008. Notably, the Union Territory of Puducherry is also ruled by the Congress party.
100 runs not worth ₹3 cr: Gambhir on why he played IPL 11 for free
Ex-cricketer Gautam Gambhir has said he played IPL 11 for free because he felt his 100-odd runs were not worth nearly ₹3 crore Delhi Daredevils paid for his service. "Had I accepted the money even after underperforming then I would've spent my entire life in guilt," he added. "I didn't become god by leaving the amount," he added.
Mohammed Azharuddin has got no place in my life: Gautam Gambhir
Ex-India cricketer Gautam Gambhir has said that ex-India captain Mohammed Azharuddin, who had served a ban over match fixing, has got no place in his life. He further revealed Azharuddin's name is taken at ICC anti-corruption meetings before big events like IPL. Recently, Gambhir had criticised authorities for allowing Azharuddin to ring the bell at Eden Gardens before a match.
SC notice to Maha CM for allegedly not declaring criminal cases
The Supreme Court has issued a notice to Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on a petition seeking his disqualification as a legislator for allegedly not disclosing two criminal cases pending against him in his 2014 poll affidavit. "The notice served today by the Supreme Court is 'notice before admission' and details will be furnished by him," the Chief Minister's Office stated.
I am a son of India, physically and mentally: Dalai Lama
Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama on Thursday said that he is the "son of India", both physically and mentally. "(M)y brain is filled with thoughts of Nalanda and this physical body survived on India's dal, chapati and dosa. So both physically and mentally I'm from this country and that's how I'm a son of India," he added.
One dead after Delhi doctor crashes car into three women
A 55-year-old woman was killed while two others were injured after a car driven by a doctor named Ambuj Garg allegedly hit them in central Delhi on Tuesday. "They suddenly crossed over the road divider...I couldn't have stopped even if I wanted to. I wasn't speeding," said Garg. As per the police, his medical examination didn't point to drunk driving.
Harassed by Ola driver, charged for life's scariest ride: Woman CEO
A Mumbai-based company's woman CEO said she was "harassed and nearly assaulted" by an Ola cab driver in Bengaluru and Ola charged for her "life's scariest ride". "The driver turned off the route...to avoid the toll...and took a narrow, long and unlit road," the woman said. "He became aggressive & told me to get out of the car," she added.
Smriti shares pic with Saif, recalls his advice 23 years ago
Sharing a picture with actor Saif Ali Khan on Instagram, Union Minister Smriti Irani wrote, "23 years ago a rising Star gave a rookie from Delhi advice on how to survive in the chaos of the maximum city". "Little did he know the rookie will turn into a Jumbo Jet," Smriti added. The actress-turned-politician further thanked Saif "for the memories".
Former Miss India Earth Tanvi Vyas marries actor Harsh Nagar
Former Miss India Earth Tanvi Vyas tied the knot with actor Harsh Nagar on Wednesday. Vyas, who was crowned Femina Miss India Earth in 2008, reportedly met Nagar in Mumbai during a short-term acting course. The couple got married in a traditional ceremony in Vadodara, Gujarat and will host receptions in Mumbai and Delhi, as per reports.
106 of 119 newly elected Telangana MLAs are crorepatis: ADR
The Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), a watchdog, has claimed that 106 out of 119 elected MLAs in Telangana Assembly elections are crorepatis. The average assets per MLA in the newly elected Assembly is worth ₹15.71 crore, it added. However, in 2014, the average assets of 119 MLAs analysed was worth ₹7.70 crore, it said.
Mizoram Assembly will not have any woman MLA
The Mizoram Assembly will not have a single woman MLA as all the 15 female candidates lost in the Assembly elections in the state. The 15 women candidates together secured only 14,482 votes in the Assembly elections, where women outnumber men in the voters' list. The Mizo National Front, which bagged 26 seats, had not fielded a single woman candidate.
Regulators in California considering tax on texting
State regulators in California, US are considering charging a tax on texting services to help support public programs that make phone services accessible to the poor. As per the plan, the tax would be charged as a flat fee in monthly user bills. Texting services use the same infrastructure as voice calling, which was earlier liable for taxation.
Walmart Labs India acquihires machine learning firm int.ai
Walmart Labs, the product development division of US retail giant Walmart, on Thursday announced that it has acquihired machine learning and data analytics startup int.ai in India. Three engineers including Co-founders Vinay NP and Praneeth Doguparthy from int.ai will join Walmart Labs. Founded in 2016, int.ai offers a personal business analyst using natural language processing.
Biotech firm Zymergen raises $400 mn from SoftBank
US-based biotech firm Zymergen on Thursday announced that it raised $400 million in a Series C funding round led by SoftBank Vision Fund. Goldman Sachs and Hanwha Asset Management, as well as existing investors including True Ventures, participated in the round. Founded in 2013, Zymergen integrates machine learning with genomics for use in pharmaceutical, chemical and agriculture industries.
Rallies, yatras in WB once court clears path: BJP Gen Sec
BJP General Secretary Bhupender Yadav on Thursday said that the moment court clears the matter of organising rallies and yatras in West Bengal, the party will undertake its proposed programmes. "Things in Bengal are sub-judice," he added. He said once the matter is cleared, both PM Narendra Modi and BJP chief Amit Shah will address rallies in the state.
PM Modi should listen more and talk less: Omar Abdullah
Former Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah on Thursday took a dig at PM Narendra Modi and said he talks a "great deal" but does not listen as much as he should. The recent Assembly poll results signify that BJP isn't invincible and people are angry over the Centre's policies, he added. He said the winds of change have begun.
Researchers create AI that can find hidden objects in dark
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have developed an artificial intelligence technique that can find hidden objects in images taken in the dark. The team trained a computer to recognise 10,000 transparent glass-like etchings, based on extremely grainy, low-light images of those patterns. The computer was then able to reconstruct the transparent object from a new dark image.
Never directed former lawyer Cohen to 'break the law': Trump
US President Donald Trump on Thursday said that he never directed his former personal attorney Michael Cohen to break the law, adding that Cohen pleaded guilty to two campaign charges "to embarrass the president". Cohen was sentenced to three years in prison for crimes including making illegal payments to two women who alleged to have had sexual relations with Trump.
Dissolution of Sri Lanka Parliament by Prez illegal, rules SC
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has called the Parliament's dissolution by President Maithripala Sirisena illegal. Sirisena dissolved the Parliament in November after his party announced it lacked the majority to secure support for PM Mahinda Rajapaksa. The seven-member bench unanimously ruled that President cannot dissolve parliament until it completes four-and-a-half-years out of its five-year term.
Indian-origin man stabs pregnant wife for talking to man, jailed
An Indian-origin man has been sentenced to seven years in prison with six strokes of the cane in Singapore for stabbing his pregnant wife after he saw her talking to a man. The accused stabbed his wife who used to be a sex worker, in a fit of rage, suspecting that the man she was talking to was a pimp.
India a terrific place to invest: KKR’s Henry Kravis
Global investment firm KKR's co-Chairman and co-CEO Henry Kravis on Wednesday said India is a "terrific" place to invest. "[India has] a government that is pro-business... trying to do what needs to be done to improve business," he added. "[Going] forward, [India is] going to have a large amount of liquidity put into the system," he further said.
Govt owes debt-laden Air India ₹1,000 cr: Aviation Ministry
Minister of State for Civil Aviation Jayant Sinha on Thursday said the government owes cash-strapped Air India ₹1,000.62 crore. He added that the amount is payable by External Affairs, Defence and Home Affairs ministries for Special Extra Section Flights (SESF). "Regular follow-ups for the same are made... and normally such dues are cleared from time to time," he said.
I won't go to Centre, will live and die in MP: Outgoing CM Chouhan
Following BJP's defeat in Madhya Pradesh, where it ruled for 15 straight years, outgoing CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan said he wouldn't aspire for a post in the Centre. "I will live in Madhya Pradesh and die in Madhya Pradesh," he said. Chouhan added that he will embark on an 'Aabhar yatra' to thank the electorate for their support all through.
Drunk men pinched my butt while I was performing as Dadi: Ali Asgar
Comedian Ali Asgar has revealed that he was once molested by drunk men at a Delhi wedding, where he was performing as the character 'Dadi'. "They were putting their hands on my chest, they were pinching my butt...There is a girl in my team, and she managed to save me, warna main nikal nahi pa raha tha," he added.
YouTube Rewind 2018 becomes most disliked video ever in 7 days
YouTube Rewind 2018 has become the platform's most-disliked video ever in 7 days. The 8-minute video has amassed over 10 million dislikes, overtaking Justin Bieber's 2010 song "Baby," which has nearly 9.9 million dislikes. The Rewind video has been criticised for failing to feature some of YouTube's biggest personalities including PewDiePie and Logan Paul, and for ignoring key web-culture events.
China's Vivo buys 169 acres land in UP, to invest ₹4,000 crore
Chinese smartphone maker Vivo on Thursday said it has acquired 169 acres of land in Uttar Pradesh and will spend ₹4,000 crore to set up its second plant in India. The new land has been acquired near Vivo's existing 50-acre manufacturing facility in Greater Noida. Vivo entered India's mobile handset market in 2014.
Indian, Chinese troops perform bhangra during military drill
Indian and Chinese soldiers performed bhangra together during the 7th Sino-India joint exercise 'Hand-in-Hand' in China. Sharing a video, the Indian Army's official Twitter handle wrote, "Troops of Indian Army and Chinese Army sharing lighter moments after (practising) gruesome Battle Obstacle Course." The exercise aims to build and promote close relations between armies of both the countries.
Earth Sciences Ministry issues cyclone warning in Andhra Pradesh
Ministry of Earth Sciences issued a cyclone warning for Andhra Pradesh on Thursday, stating that a depression over the southeast Bay of Bengal is likely to result in a cyclonic storm over the next 24 hours. "It's very likely to move northwestwards towards Andhra Pradesh and adjoining north Tamil Nadu coast during the next 72 hours," the ministry said.
Tamil Nadu's VIT bans PUBG in hostel, says it disturbs roommates
Tamil Nadu's Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) has asked students in men's hostel to stop playing online games like PUBG as it "disturbs fellow roommates and spoils entire atmosphere of the hostel". The warden's circular stated that defaulters will not be excused. "Students are asked to concentrate on physical games...and give more importance to their career growth," the circular read.
Goa CM Parrikar misses birthday celebration for 1st time in 20yrs
Goa CM Manohar Parrikar, who's suffering from a pancreatic ailment, didn't celebrate his 63rd birthday on Thursday in public for the first time after becoming an MLA over two decades ago. "Since doctors have advised rest to the CM and he has been asked to avoid public contact, he'll not be stepping out...to celebrate," Goa BJP spokesman Siddharth Kunkolienkar said.
Canada lists Khalistani extremism as a security concern
Canada has listed Khalistani extremism as a security concern in its '2018 Public Report on the Terrorism Threat to Canada' for the first time since the inception of the report in 2013. The report further said that while attacks by Khalistani extremists in Canada have been "extremely limited, some Canadians continue to support (the) extremist groups, including through financing".
Leopard kills meditating Buddhist monk in Maharashtra forest
Rahul Walke, a Buddhist monk, was killed in an alleged leopard attack while he was meditating in Maharashtra's Tadoba forest, which is also a protected tiger reserve. Walke had been meditating under a tree in the forest for the past one month and was found dead on Tuesday by two monks, who used to supply food and water to him.
Fox News mistakenly flashes Donald Trump's name as 'David', trolled
US-based Fox News channel is being trolled for mistakenly flashing President Donald Trump's name as 'David Trump' during a broadcast on runners-up for Time magazine's 2018 Person of the Year. "It says David Trump on my sheet...but I assume they mean...Donald Trump," the host said. "I've seen many, many hilarious copy mistakes; this might take the cake," a person tweeted.
Putin's spy ID card found in Germany
An East German Stasi secret police identity card belonging to Russian President Vladimir Putin when he was a Soviet spy has been found in police archives in the city of Dresden. The card was issued in 1985 when Putin was a mid-ranking Soviet spy stationed in Dresden in communist East Germany, which was then under Russian occupation.
Isha wears mother Nita's 33-yr-old wedding saree at her own wedding
Asia's richest person Mukesh Ambani's daughter Isha Ambani wore her mother Nita Ambani's 33-year-old wedding saree at her own wedding to Anand Piramal on Wednesday. The 27-year-old bride draped her mother's saree over her shoulder and paired it with a 16-panelled lehenga by designers Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla. The wedding took place at Ambani's 27-storey residence Antilia in Mumbai.
Taxi permits to two-wheelers by states legal: Government
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has said that the issuance of taxi permits for all kinds of vehicles including two-wheelers by states is legal. "The government is in favour of shared mobility which will help in reducing pressure on city and ease traffic jams," he added. He further said the state governments are competent to frame regulations for enabling bike taxis.
SRK to recreate 'Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhen' in Zero: Reports
Shah Rukh Khan will recreate the song 'Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhen' from his 1993 film 'Baazigar' in his upcoming movie 'Zero', as per reports. Since its trailer released in November, the makers of 'Zero' have released three songs from the film so far. Directed by Aanand L Rai, 'Zero' is set to release on December 21.
Akshay being probed for hosting meeting with Badal, Ram Rahim
Special Investigation Team (SIT) is probing actor Akshay Kumar's role in hosting a meeting between Punjab's former Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal and rape-convict Gurmeet Ram Rahim. Akshay had allegedly facilitated the meeting to get his 2015 film 'Singh is Bliing' cleared. The meeting was allegedly held before the Dera chief was pardoned in a blasphemy case.
US TV show starring comedian Vir Das to release next year
American TV drama series 'Whiskey Cavalier', starring Indian comedian Vir Das, will release on February 27, next year. "I'm glad Whiskey Cavalier is happening at a time when there's a growing diversity in the West," the comedian said in a statement. Das will play a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agent named Jai Datta in the upcoming series.
CCTV footage was not tampered: CBI on Jiah Khan suicide case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) that probed actress Jiah Khan’s suicide, has said the CCTV footage in her building was not tampered with. The CBI submitted the CCTV footage to a forensic lab, based on a petition filed by Jiah's mother in the Bombay High Court. Jiah's mother alleged that her daughter was killed and had not committed suicide.
Apple to build new $1 billion campus in US' Texas
Apple on Thursday announced that it is investing $1 billion to build a new campus in Austin, Texas. The 133-acre campus will accommodate an initial 5,000 employees, with a total capacity of 15,000 employees. Apple will also invest $10 billion in data centres as part of a five-year investment aimed at creating 20,000 jobs in the US.
73 of 119 newly elected T'gana MLAs have criminal past: ADR
The Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), a watchdog, has claimed that as many as 73 out of 119 newly elected MLAs in Telangana have declared "criminal cases" against themselves. This is a 5% increase as compared to 67 MLAs in 2014 Assembly, the ADR said. ADR aims at improving governance by working in the area of electoral and political reforms.
UP man sentenced to 7 years in jail for raping minor
A man has been convicted by a court for raping an 11-year-old girl and sentenced him to seven years in prison in Uttar Pradesh's Muzaffarnagar. After finding the man guilty under multiple acts, the court also imposed a fine of ₹25,000 on him. The accused raped the girl in May 2015, after taking her to his residence.
India will develop 4.5km stretch of Kartarpur Sahib corridor
MoS for Highways Mansukh L Mandaviya on Thursday said India will develop 4.5 kilometres stretch of Kartarpur Sahib corridor from Dera Baba Nanak in Punjab's Gurdaspur to International Border with Pakistan. The corridor will connect India's Dera Baba Nanak shrine with Darbar Sahib in Pakistan's Kartarpur. Work on determination of the alignment of the road has been initiated, Mandaviya added.
Theresa May to step down as UK Prime Minister before 2022
UK Prime Minister Theresa May on Thursday said that she will not contest the scheduled general elections in 2022. "I think it is right that another (Conservative Party) leader takes us into that general election," she said. May's statement came after she won a vote of no confidence triggered by MPs of her own party over her Brexit plan.
Yes Bank chooses part-time Chairman, shortlists CEO names
Private lender Yes Bank on Thursday said its board has chosen a new non-executive, part-time Chairman and shortlisted names for the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) post. The names of the candidates, one of whom will succeed current CEO Rana Kapoor, will be submitted to RBI after the January 9 board meeting. The lender has not disclosed any of the names.
Cut corporate tax rate to reduce burden on MNCs: HUL chief
Consumer goods company Hindustan Unilever's CMD Sanjiv Mehta on Thursday said taxation burden for MNCs can be reduced by "bringing down corporate tax rate at par with [rates in] neighbouring countries". He further pitched for redressal of technical glitches and procedural matters of GST. GST has proven to be a game changer and is positively impacting taxation practices, he added.
EU court upholds ₹325 cr fine on Lupin over Perindopril case
A European Union (EU) court has upheld a decision to impose a €40-million (₹325 crore) fine on India's Lupin in a litigation over blood pressure lowering drug Perindopril. In 2014, European Commission had imposed collective fine of €427 million (₹3,489 crore) on six global drugmakers including Lupin for trying to prevent entry of cheaper versions of the drug in EU.
RBI allows Bandhan Bank to open 40 new branches
Bandhan Bank CEO Chandra Shekhar Ghosh has said the Kolkata-based lender will open 40 branches by end of December after RBI approved the move. The regulator had in September barred the bank from opening new branches without its permission over its failure to bring down promoters' stake within regulatory limits. After expansion, the lender would have 978 branches in total.
OnePlus 6T McLaren edition launched in India
OnePlus, in partnership with McLaren, has launched the new OnePlus 6T McLaren edition in India. Featuring a 10GB RAM and super fast 30W Warp Charge technology, the smartphone is priced at ₹50,999. As part of the launch offer, Axis Bank card users can either avail a cashback worth ₹1,500 on all transactions or a cashback worth ₹2,000 on EMI transactions.
Ashwin who bowled 86.5 overs in 1st Test out of 2nd due to injury
Off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who bowled 86.5 overs and took six wickets in the first Test against Australia, has been ruled out of the second Test due to an abdominal injury. Rohit Sharma, who scored 38 in the Adelaide Test, will also miss the Test owing to a back injury. The second Test will take place at Perth from December 14.
BJP needed total of 4,337 more votes in 7 seats to form MP govt
If BJP had got a total of 4,337 more votes in the seven constituencies it lost with less than 1,000 votes in Madhya Pradesh, it would've been able to form the government. BJP with 109 seats needed 116 seats to secure majority. The party had lost to Congress candidates by 121 votes in Gwalior South and 350 votes in Suwasra.
SC extends time for filing claims for inclusion in Assam NRC
The Supreme Court on Wednesday extended to December 31 the deadline for filing claims and objections for the inclusion of names in the National Register of Citizens (NRC) for Assam. The draft NRC that was released on July 30 had names of 2.89 crore people and did not include over 40,000 applicants. The earlier deadline was December 15.
Mallya congratulates Pilot, Scindia before selection of CM faces
Fugitive liquor baron Vijay Mallya tweeted "Young Champions", congratulating Congress leaders Sachin Pilot over his victory in Rajasthan and Jyotiraditya Scindia for the party's win in Madhya Pradesh. Meanwhile, 41-year-old Pilot and 47-year-old Scindia are said to be up against senior party leaders Ashok Gehlot and Kamal Nath as the Chief Ministerial contenders from their respective states.
Ranchi court issues summons to Rahul for remark on BJP chief
A court in Ranchi has issued summons to Congress chief Rahul Gandhi for an alleged remark he made against BJP chief Amit Shah. A petition was filed by Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) leader Naveen Jha, who alleged that the remark had hurt his sentiments and tarnished the image of the party.
Premier, maker of iconic Fiat Padmini, faces bankruptcy
Premier, the Pune-based company that produced the iconic Premier Padmini modelled on the Fiat 1100, has been dragged to the National Company Law Tribunal by Corporation Bank. The state-owned lender has filed a bankruptcy case against Premier to recover dues worth ₹52 crore. The BSE-listed company had forayed into engineering after the production of the Premier Padmini ceased in 1997.
Dracula ant moves jaws at 322 kmph, records fastest animal movement
Scientists have discovered that the Dracula ants can snap their jaws at a speed of over 322 kmph, the fastest animal movement on record. To put this into perspective, the movement is 5,000 times quicker than the blink of a human eye. The ants use the motion to attack, stun and kill prey, which is then fed to their larvae.
PMO returns money of farmer who got ₹1,064 for 750 kg onion
The Prime Minister's Office has returned the money order sent by a farmer, who earned ₹1,064 after selling 750 kg of onions. The farmer, Sanjay Sathe, sent his earnings in the money order as a sign of protest. "My only intention was to prompt the government to take some steps to ease the financial stress farmers are suffering," Sathe said.
Next ED will say I booked a whole flight: Mallya on 300 bags remark
After Enforcement Directorate (ED) remarked "Who leaves for a meeting with 300 bags and a cargo", fugitive Vijay Mallya responded, "Next the ED will say that I chartered the Jet Airways 777 !" The ED made the remark after Mallya claimed he left India to attend an event in Switzerland. A UK court on Monday ordered Mallya's extradition to India.
Hope he doesn't make RBI a 'history' too: BJP leader on Das' degree
Taking a dig at new RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, Gujarat BJP leader Jay Narayan Vyas on Wednesday said, "The New RBI Governor Das' educational qualification is MA (History). Hope and pray he doesn't make RBI also a History." He added, "May God Bless the New Arrival !!" Vyas was a minister in Narendra Modi's cabinet when he was Gujarat's CM.
India should've been declared a Hindu nation in 1947: Meghalaya HC
Meghalaya High Court judge SR Sen on Wednesday said, "(At the time of partition) Pakistan declared themselves as an Islamic country and India since was divided on the basis of religion should have also been declared as a Hindu country". "Nobody should try to make India as another Islamic country, otherwise it'll be a doomsday for India," the judge added.
Miss USA mocks Vietnam, Cambodia for their English at Miss Universe
Miss Universe 2018 candidates Miss USA, Miss Colombia and Miss Australia have been criticised for mocking fellow contestants for not speaking English. "Miss Cambodia is here and doesn't speak any English and not a single other person speaks her language...[Miss Vietnam] pretends to know so much English," said Miss USA. Criticising them, a user commented, "This mistake can cost you."
Harvard professor makes $400 million in biotech firm's IPO
Harvard Medical School professor Timothy Springer's $5 million investment in biotech firm Moderna in 2010 has turned into $400 million in value at the company's recent IPO. Springer is the fourth-largest shareholder of Moderna, which hopes to make personalised cancer vaccines. In 1999, the 70-year-old had made about $100 million when he sold his first venture, a drugmaker called LeukoSite.
Didn't work with audience: Katrina on 'Thugs of...' failure
Speaking about her film 'Thugs of Hindostan' and its performance at the box office, Katrina Kaif said, "Everyone tried their best but it didn't work with the audience on that level". "I think it was a good attempt on everyone's part," she added. Katrina plays a dancer named Suraiyya in the film which also stars Aamir Khan and Amitabh Bachchan.
KCR pursuing his ambitions like other regional parties: BJP
After TRS chief K Chandrashekar Rao said he'll "actively participate" in national politics, BJP national spokesperson GVL Narasimha Rao claimed he was pursuing his ambitions like other regional parties. Claiming regional parties are being moved by rival political formations, Rao said, "But people of this country have seen how ragtag coalitions have seriously damaged national growth and stability."