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Smriti, Harmanpreet hit match-winning fifties in Big Bash
Indian cricketers Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur hit match-winning fifties for their respective sides in the Women's Big Bash League in Australia. Smriti scored 69 off 41 balls to help Hobart Hurricanes register a win over Melbourne Stars. Harmanpreet scored a 26-ball 56 and also took a wicket to guide Sydney Thunder to a victory over Brisbane Heat.
B'desh chase Windies target with 89 balls to spare
Bangladesh chased down the 196-run target set by the Windies in 50 overs with 89 balls to spare in the first ODI between the sides in Dhaka on Sunday. Bangladeshi batsman Mushfiqur Rahim hit his career's 31st ODI half-century to help his side register the win. With the win, Bangladesh have now taken a 1-0 lead in the series.
YouTuber creates link for PewDiePie to help him remain on top
YouTuber Logan Paul has created a trackable subscription link for viewers to automatically subscribe to the most-subscribed YouTube channel PewDiePie amidst recent competition from T-Series. Logan, with 1.8 crore subscribers himself, will also contribute 1 Swedish krona to a charity for every click on the link. PewDiePie and T-Series currently have over 7.4 crore subscribers.
Sidhu and I are not at loggerheads: Amarinder Singh
Punjab CM Captain Amarinder Singh on Sunday said that he is not at loggerheads with Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu. "Sidhu always speaks in a forthright manner...his only problem is that sometimes he shoots before he thinks," Singh added. This comes days after Sidhu had remarked that Congress President Rahul Gandhi was his "captain" while Singh was an "Army captain".
After INLD split, Dushyant launches 'Jannayak Janta Party'
Former Haryana Chief Minister Om Prakash Chautala's grandson Dushyant Chautala on Sunday launched a new political outfit, Jannayak Janta Party (JJP) in Haryana's Jind. Hisar MP Dushyant was recently expelled from Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) on the grounds of 'indiscipline'. Addressing a rally, Dushyant urged the public to oust the Congress, the BJP and the INLD from power.
Swaraj India will not be part of any Mahagathbandhan: Yogendra
Swaraj India President Yogendra Yadav on Sunday said that the party will not be part of any 'Mahagathbandhan' (grand alliance) of opposition parties for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. Swaraj India wants to teach a lesson to those who have been spoilt by power, he added. Yadav said the party favours replacing the current ruling party at the Centre.
Rahul urges Cong states to support Women's Reservation Bill
Congress chief Rahul Gandhi asked Congress and its alliance governments to pass a resolution in assemblies and ask the Centre to pass Women's Reservation Bill in the next session. The Bill seeks 33% reservation of seats for women in Lok Sabha and assemblies. The Bill, passed by Rajya Sabha in 2010, lapsed after 15th Lok Sabha was dissolved in 2014.
SoftBank Vision Fund raises a total of $98.58 bn
SoftBank Vision Fund has raised a total of $98.58 billion from 14 investors since the date of the first sale on May 20, 2017, according to a recent filing. According to last year’s annual filing, the fund had raised $93.15 billion from 8 investors. This year, the fund has added six new investors and raised $5.43 billion.
Volkswagen denies chairman knew of emissions scandal early
Volkswagen has denied allegations that Chairman of the Supervisory Board Hans Dieter Pötsch knew about its emissions test cheating three months before US authorities made it public in September 2015. According to a report, Pötsch received a presentation in June 2015 stating that US emissions rules were being violated. Pötsch was Volkswagen’s finance head at the time.
Bulandshahr is peaceful now: Uttar Pradesh DGP OP Singh
Uttar Pradesh DGP OP Singh on Sunday said that the Bulandshahr district, where two people died in mob violence, is peaceful now. Law and order situation is good in the district, he added. A mob of around 400 people rampaged through a village in Bulandshahr district on December 3 apparently after cow carcasses were found in a jungle nearby.
Kartarpur a ploy by ISI to destabilise Punjab: CM Amarinder
Punjab CM Captain Amarinder Singh has alleged the opening of Kartarpur corridor is a game plan of ISI to destabilise Punjab. Claiming Pakistan Army General had broken the news of opening the corridor to Navjot Singh Sidhu even before Imran Khan was sworn-in as their prime minister, Singh dubbed the whole affair as a 'bigger conspiracy' hatched by Pakistani Army.
India to retain top spot in remittances with $80bn: World Bank
The World Bank has said India will retain its position as the world’s top recipient of remittances this year with $80 billion. India is followed by China, Mexico, the Philippines and Egypt, according to World Bank's Migration and Development Brief. A foreign remittance is money transferred from a foreign worker to their family or other individuals in their home countries.
Bengaluru man sets mother ablaze after she denies him money
A 20-year-old Bengaluru man had set his mother ablaze after she denied giving him money. The accused reportedly got into a heated argument with his mother over money. The mother reportedly refused to give him money thinking he would spend it on alcohol. Angered with the denial, the man threw petrol on her and set her ablaze.
Ramachandra Guha gets threats for posting photo of beef lunch
Historian and author Ramachandra Guha has said that he is receiving threats after he posted a photo of him on Twitter in which he is eating beef. "I have received threatening calls from a man calling himself Sanjay from Delhi," he tweeted. He said the man has threatened his wife too. Following the threats, Guha has deleted the tweet.
Wanted Hizbul militant arrested in Jammu and Kashmir
Police arrested wanted Hizbul Mujahideen militant Reyaz Ahmad at Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar on Sunday. Ahmad, whose pictures holding an assault rifle had surfaced online, was involved in a case related to militancy in Srinagar, a police official said. His name also surfaced during interrogation of two of his associates who were arrested in Kishtwar on July 1, he added.n
Note ban was poorly executed: Uday Kotak
India's richest banker Uday Kotak has said demonetisation in 2016 was poorly executed. The outcome of note ban would have been "significantly better" if it was planned well, the MD and CEO of Kotak Mahindra Bank added. As part of the "execution" strategy, it was essential to ensure more notes of the right denomination were made available, he further said.
India's current account deficit widens to 2.9% of GDP in Q2
India's current account deficit stood at $19.1 billion, widening to 2.9% of the GDP in the September quarter, compared with 1.1% in the year-ago period. The Reserve Bank of India on Friday said this was mainly due to a large trade deficit. Current account deficit is the difference between outflow and inflow of foreign exchange in the country's current account.
FIR against KRK over vulgar remarks against LGBTQ community
An FIR has been filed against self-proclaimed critic Kamaal R Khan for allegedly making disrespectful comments against LGBTQ community in a video on his YouTube channel. He had uploaded the video on September 7, a day after Supreme Court decriminalised homosexuality. Khan has been booked for obscenity, promoting communal disharmony and passing statements aimed at causing hatred between classes.
Wasn't in live-in with accused in diamond merchant murder: Devoleena
Television actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee, who was questioned in the murder case of Mumbai diamond merchant Rajeshwar Udani, has said she wasn't in a live-in relationship with Sachin Pawar, who has been arrested in the case. She added she lives with her mother and Sachin is a friend. Devoleena further clarified that she wasn't detained but was only summoned for questioning.n
Devoleena not detained in diamond merchant murder case: Police
The Mumbai Police has issued a statement saying television actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee has not been detained in the murder case of Mumbai diamond merchant Rajeshwar Udani. "Devoleena has not been detained. She is not with us anymore," said an official. Speaking about the same, Devoleena said, "There's nothing to be tensed... It was just a normal investigation."
BJP MLA & Jaipur royal Diya files for divorce 21 yrs after marriage
BJP MLA and a member of the erstwhile Jaipur royal family, 47-year-old Diya Kumari has filed for divorce from Narendra Singh after 21 years of marriage. Reports claimed they were living separately for a few months and decided to approach court for a mutual separation. Diya had earlier said she won’t contest Rajasthan Assembly Elections 2018 due to "personal reason".
17-year-old boy beats his mother with a broom, police files FIR
Police in Bengaluru registered a suo motu case against a 17-year-old boy, whose video of beating his mother with a broom went viral. The boy was addicted to smoking and alcohol, and would attack his mother whenever she advised him to change habits, police said. FIR was filed under various sections and the police got an undertaking signed by him.
Congress will create obstacles during vote counting: MP CM
Talking about the Madhya Pradesh polls, Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Sunday said that Congress will "try to create obstacles at the time of (vote) counting". He added that "Congress is distressed" because of which they raised suspicions on EVMs and even doubted the Election Commission. BJP will form the government in Madhya Pradesh, he further said.
We can still be heroes and win the Test on Day 5: Nathan Lyon
Speaking about his side's chances in the first Test, Australian spinner Nathan Lyon said that Shaun Marsh and Travis Head are well placed to be the "heroes" of a match-winning 323 chase against India on Day 5. "We still believe we can win this, and that's the best thing. We still believe we're in this game," Lyon said.
No chance of allying with BJP: TRS leader
Senior Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) leader Abid Rasool Khan on Sunday denied any chances of forming an alliance with the BJP in Telangana. "We believe in keeping our promises. Will stick by our friends," Khan added. This comes after Telangana BJP chief K Laxman said that the BJP "will support the TRS if it drops AIMIM".
Kuldeep Yadav seen taking tips from Shane Warne in Adelaide
Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav was seen taking bowling tips from former Australian leg-spinner Shane Warne in Adelaide, where the first Test between India and Australia is underway. BCCI uploaded a photo of Kuldeep, Warne and Indian coach Ravi Shastri, captioning it, "Morning wisdom courtesy @ShaneWarne". Australia's cricket board, Cricket Australia also tweeted a photo of the three.
Ballon d’Or snub no extra motivation against Espanyol: Messi
After scoring with two free-kicks in Barcelona's match against Espanyol, forward Lionel Messi said that being snubbed for the Ballon d'Or this year did not serve as an extra motivation for his performance in the match. Messi's teammate Jordi Alba said, "The Ballon d'Or is a lie. Leo is always the best in the world."
Gibbs in race to become Indian women team’s coach: Reports
Former South African batsman Herschelle Gibbs is reportedly in the race to become the Indian women team's head coach after Ramesh Powar's tenure came to an end recently. Others who have applied for the position include Dav Whatmore, Venkatesh Prasad and Tom Moody. The final decision will be taken by the chairman of Committee of Administrators (CoA), Vinod Rai.
Android Co-founder Rubin's startup buys India’s CloudMagic
nFather of Android Andy Rubin's startup Essential Products has acquired Indian origin e-mail management startup CloudMagic for an undisclosed amount. This comes after CloudMagic shut down its subscription-based premium email service Newton in September. “We are always on the lookout for companies with great technology and talent to help accelerate our product roadmap,” Essential Products said.
Mumbai Airport handles record 1,007 flights in a single day
Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport on Saturday handled 1,007 flights in a day, beating its earlier 24-hour record of 1,003 flights earlier this year. This was amid the pre-wedding party of Isha Ambani, daughter of industrialist Mukesh Ambani, at Rajasthan's Udaipur. Politicians, corporate heads and Bollywood stars reportedly flew in private jets from Mumbai for the party.
Robert Vadra is the fountainhead of corruption: BJP
BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra on Saturday called Congress chief Rahul Gandhi's brother-in-law Robert Vadra the "fountainhead of corruption". Congress used to call Vadra a private citizen after his name cropped up in corruption cases but now the whole party stands behind him, he added. This comes after Congress attacked PM Modi's government for raids conducted on offices associated with Vadra.
India not close to US venture activity: Lightbox Co-founder
Mumbai-based venture-capital firm Lightbox's Co-founder and Partner Siddharth Talwar in an interview talked about venture capital activity in India in comparison to the US and said, "There’s a long way to go". "Real ecosystem has been around in this form [late-stage] for just a few years," he added. Founded in 2014, Lightbox has invested in startups including InMobi and Cleartrip.
'Chaiwala' PM doesn't care for Assam tea growers: Trade union
Assam's largest tea garden union has criticised PM Modi for ignoring the plights of the state's tea growers, while calling himself a 'chaiwala'. The union also urged the PM to implement his promise of a minimum wage of ₹350 for workers before next year. Assam's labourers live in the most deplorable conditions without basic amenities, the union General Secretary said.
Not begging for Ram temple, you promised: RSS leader to BJP
Senior RSS leader Suresh 'Bhaiyyaji' Joshi on Sunday criticised the BJP government saying we are not begging for the Ram temple but those who are in power had promised for its construction. "We are expressing...emotions" and the government is aware of the sentiments, he added. He said "they should listen to people" and fulfil the demand of temple in Ayodhya.
Maneka Gandhi orders inspection of shelter homes in Odisha
Union Minister for Women and Child Development Maneka Gandhi has ordered an inspection of all shelter homes in Odisha. In a letter to Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik, she alleged that the state government failed in providing security to children. This comes after the caretaker of a shelter home in Odisha was arrested for allegedly sexually exploiting female inmates this month.
India much cleaner after Swachh Bharat Mission: Ruskin Bond
Renowned Indian author Ruskin Bond has said that India has become much cleaner following Swachh Bharat Mission. The problem, however, is that people return to their old habits and it would take time to change that, Bond added while addressing an audience in Jharkhand's Ranchi. Bond said he was amazed to see the cleanliness in the city.
Railways launches new Buddhist Circuit Tourist Train
Indian Railways flagged off the new Buddhist Circuit Tourist Train from New Delhi's Safdarjung Railway Station on Saturday. The 12-coach train consists of a mini library, foot massager, touch-less taps and individual lockers, among others. The train will cover destinations associated with Lord Buddha's life, including Bodh Gaya, Varanasi, Lumbini, and will end with a tour of the Taj Mahal. n
Over 2,000 women to go on Haj without males in 2019: Naqvi
Union Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on Sunday said over 2,000 Muslim women are likely to go Haj without 'Mehram' (male companion) next year. Haj Committee of India has received over 2,23,000 applications for Haj 2019 till now, he added. Completely digitalized Haj process has helped in making the entire process transparent, he said.
4,127 cases on politicians is a matter of concern: Vice Prez
Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Saturday said, "It's indeed a matter of grave concern that there are nearly 4,127 cases against politicians waiting to be disposed of." "We must ensure that cases against politicians should be fast-tracked," he added. He further said that political parties must evolve a consensus on the code of conduct for their members.
Allahabad University likely to be renamed as Prayagraj University
The Vice-Chancellor of Allahabad University has reportedly submitted a proposal to rename the university as Prayagraj State University. The proposal is currently pending for approval with the Uttar Pradesh government, following which it will be sent to the office of Governor for clearance. In October, the Uttar Pradesh government had officially renamed Allahabad as Prayagraj.
Axis Bank inducts Amitabh Chaudhry on its board
Axis Bank on Saturday inducted Amitabh Chaudhry as additional director on its board, three weeks ahead of his taking over as the new Managing Director and CEO of the private sector lender. The 54-year-old is set to assume office on December 31. The board also approved the reappointment of Samir Barua, Som Mittal and Rohit Bhagat as independent directors.
PNB to sell 24 bad loan accounts to recover ₹1,779 cr dues
State-run Punjab National Bank (PNB) has put up for sale 24 bad loan accounts to recover dues of over ₹1,779.18 crore. The accounts, whose e-bidding process will take place on December 21, are majorly concentrated in Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata zones of the lender. PNB's gross bad loans stood at ₹81,250 crore in the July-September quarter.
Was up 24 hrs, slept very little during my term: Former CEA
Speaking at the launch of his book 'Of Counsel: The Challenges of the Modi-Jaitley Economy', former Chief Economic Adviser Arvind Subramanian revealed, "I was up 24 hours and was sleeping very little for much of the period here." Subramanian, who returned to academia after quitting Finance Ministry, said the transition was "tough". He resigned in June citing personal reasons.
Nissan seeks to block Ghosn's access to apartment in Rio
Nissan on Sunday said it was seeking to block former Chairman Carlos Ghosn’s access to an apartment owned by the company in Rio de Janeiro. The automaker expressed concern that Ghosn, arrested for financial misconduct, may tamper with evidence. A Brazil court has granted Ghosn access to the property but Nissan is petitioning a higher court to reverse the decision.
Beyoncé arrives in India for Isha Ambani's pre-wedding celebrations
American singer Beyoncé arrived in Udaipur, Rajasthan on Sunday to attend the pre-wedding celebrations of Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani's daughter Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal. She will reportedly perform on Sunday night and leave the city on Monday. Beyoncé's team of 60 dancers had already arrived in Udaipur before her, reports added.n
Woman's lip swells thrice its size after injection at 'Botox party'
UK's 29-year-old Rachael Knappier's upper lip swelled over thrice its original size on receiving a lip filler injection at her friend's house during a 'Botox party'. "My lips were a size I'd not seen before...use my mistake as a lesson," she said. After her lip filler was dissolved at a clinic, Rachael's lips were back to normal in 72 hours.
India need 6 wickets on last day to win Adelaide Test vs Australia
India restricted Australia at 104/4 in the second innings on the fourth day of the first Test at Adelaide on Sunday, needing another six wickets to win. India set a target of 323 for Australia after being dismissed for 307 in the second innings. Notably, India have never won the first Test of a series in Australia.
Imran Khan India's best bet after Musharraf: Ex-RAW chief Dulat
Former chief of India's Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) AS Dulat has said Pakistan's PM Imran Khan is India's best bet after former President Pervez Musharraf. "We need to give him time and a chance to prove his intentions," Dulat added. This comes after Imran said that resolving the 26/11 Mumbai attacks case is in Pakistan's interest.
AgustaWestland accused Michel used shell firms to hide bribe money
The CBI has established that AgustaWestland chopper deal scam accused middleman Christian Michel transferred bribe money to Delhi-based businessman RK Nanda to invest in a shell company started in 2005. His close associate, Mumbai's JB Balasubramanian, also floated a shell company to park illegal money. The amount was later shifted from the Indian shell company to Michel's Dubai based company.
Pune restaurants serve half-filled glasses to lower water wastage
In an effort to lower wastage of water, around 400 restaurants in Pune have begun serving only half-filled glasses of water to the guests. Additionally, the restaurants would not refill the glasses until asked for the same by the guests. The move comes after the civic authorities announced cuts in water supply in October.
Over 1,700 arrested in latest 'yellow vest' protests in France
More than 1,700 people were arrested across France during the latest 'yellow vest' protests over rising costs of living in the country as demonstrators clashed with riot police. A total 1,220 of the 1,723 detained were ordered held in custody, the interior ministry said. Around 136,000 people took part in Saturday's protests across France, the ministry added.
I made Meghan the Duchess she is today: Dad Thomas Markle
The Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle's father Thomas Markle said Meghan would be nothing without him, adding, "I made her the Duchess she is today. Everything that Meghan is, I made her." Thomas further said, "I've made dozens of attempts to reach my daughter via text and letters, but she and [Prince] Harry have put up a wall of silence."
Dulquer to star with Janhvi in IAF pilot's biopic: Reports
Dulquer Salmaan will star opposite Janhvi Kapoor in Karan Johar's upcoming biopic on the first woman IAF chopper pilot Gunjan Saxena, as per reports. Earlier there were reports of Janhvi meeting Gunjan for preparation of the film. Gunjan, who was one of the first female pilots to be posted in Kargil during 1999 war, helped evacuate the injured Indian soldiers.
I plead Uttarakhand govt to lift ban on Kedarnath: Director
'Kedarnath' director Abhishek Kapoor has tweeted, "I plead with the Uttarakhand government to please lift the ban on my film 'Kedarnath'." "It is an attempt to bring peace, harmony and healing to the people of this country. Please don't deprive us of this opportunity," Abhishek further wrote. Some Hindu outfits had alleged that the film was promoting "love jihad".
I get immediate anxiety whenever I go on Instagram: Hailey
Hailey Bieber said she gets "immediate anxiety" the moment she goes back on Instagram, adding, "Whenever I take breaks from it I feel so much better so much happy as a person." She further said, "Being off of Instagram is the best thing ever." Hailey has taken a break from her modelling career to spend time with husband Justin Bieber.
Salman, Anurag Kashyap win at Asian Academy Creative Awards
Salman Khan won the Best Entertainment Host for 'Bigg Boss', and Anurag Kashyap won the Best Direction [Fiction] for season one of 'Sacred Games' at the inaugural Asian Academy Creative Awards in Singapore. Other winners from India included Discovery Communications India, which got Best Comedy Programme for 'Queens Of Comedy' and Cartoon Network India's 'Lamput' won Best 2D Animated Programme.
Salman Khan spoke to me about it: Sunil on working with Kapil
Sunil Grover has said that Salman Khan spoke to him about collaborating with Kapil Sharma once again, adding, "We had a very casual chat about it but nothing much." "Salman sir is producing [Kapil's show]. My own dates would have clashed as I am doing a film with Salman sir," Sunil further revealed. Sunil will be seen in Salman's 'Bharat'.
Pujara the difference between both teams: Ex-Aus captain
Speaking about Indian batsman Cheteshwar Pujara's contribution in the ongoing first Test between India and Australia, former Australian team captain Allan Border said that the batsman's two innings have been the difference between the two teams. Pujara played 450 balls in the Test, scoring 194 across the two innings of the Test.
In absence of a majority, will support TRS: T'gana BJP Chief
Telangana BJP chief K Laxman on Sunday said that in absence of a clear mandate, BJP is ready to support Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) to form government in the state. "But we will not support the AIMIM or Congress," he added. "The decision will be taken in consultation with our high command," he further said.
Ashwin fails to spot Rohit Sharma's handshake gesture
Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin failed to spot India's limited-overs' vice-captain Rohit Sharma's gesture for a handshake right before the tea break on the Day 4 of the Adelaide Test. Reacting to the incident, a user tweeted a video of Rohit attempting to shake Ashwin's hand, with a caption that read, "Rohit se toh koi haath bhi nahi mila raha".
Messi scores with 2 free-kicks as Barcelona win Catalan derby
Lionel Messi scored with two free-kicks to help his side Barcelona thrash Espanyol 4-0 in the sides' Catalan derby on Saturday. Messi landed his first free-kick into the top-right corner in the 17th minute before scoring past the keeper's right hand with his free-kick in the 65th minute. Notably, Messi had finished fifth in this year's Ballon d'Or vote.
Free Huawei CFO or face consequences: China threatens Canada
China has threatened Canada with consequences if Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou is not immediately released, calling her arrest “unreasonable, unconscionable and vile in nature.” Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Le Yucheng urged Canadian ambassador to China John McCallum to release Meng. He told McCallum the arrest severely violated Meng's legitimate rights and interests as a Chinese citizen.
Former Jammu and Kashmir MLA Abid Ansari resigns from PDP
Former Jammu and Kashmir MLA Abid Ansari quit the Peoples Democratic Party on Saturday. Announcing his resignation on Twitter, Ansari said, "The party has failed the people of J&K...I don't want to be a part of the lies and deception being perpetuated by the party." Ansari's resignation comes after former J&K Finance Minister Haseeb Drabu quit the party on Thursday.
Slack planning IPO in 2019, expects to raise $10 bn: Report
Workplace chat software startup Slack has hired investment bank Goldman Sachs Group to lead its initial public offering next year as an underwriter, according to a report. Slack hopes to fetch a valuation of well over $10 billion in its offering, the report added. The startup was last valued at over $7.1 billion in August in a private fundraising round.
Won't hesitate from another surgical strike if needed: VCOAS
Vice Chief of Army Staff (VCOAS) Lieutenant General Devraj Anbu has said if the need arises, forces would not hesitate to launch another surgical strike against terrorists. The surgical strike was a show of strength by our armed forces, he added. He also said the plan to induct women into the armed forces for combat roles hasn't been finalised yet.
3 militants killed after 18-hr encounter outside Srinagar
Security forces killed 3 militants on the outskirts of Srinagar on Sunday after an 18-hour long overnight encounter. Arms and ammunition were also recovered from the site of the encounter, an army spokesperson said. An Indian soldier, a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper and three policemen were also injured in the encounter.
2% of Yamuna accounts for 76% of its pollution: NGT panel
Less than 2% of river Yamuna accounts for 76% of its pollution, a National Green Tribunal appointed-monitoring committee said. A 22-kilometre stretch extending from Wazirabad to Okhla in Delhi accounts for most of the pollution in the 1370-km-long river, the committee's action plan said. The committee further said that the river is "fighting to stay alive".
10 held for providing 'solvers' for railway exams in UP
The Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) arrested ten people for providing 'solvers' to candidates in the Railway Recruitment Board Group D examinations. The 'solvers' would impersonate the candidate and take the exam on their behalf. The gang used to charge ₹5 to ₹6 lakh from each candidate taking their help, the STF said.
Priority is to get justice for father: Bulandshahr SHO's son
The son of Uttar Pradesh Police SHO Subodh Kumar Singh, who was killed in the Bulandshahr mob violence on December 3, has said that his only priority is to seek justice for his father. An example should be set so that such type of violence does not occur in future, he added. He said the incident is surely a conspiracy.
11 dead, 4 injured in truck-van collision in Maharashtra
At least eleven people, including seven women and two minors, were killed and four others were critically injured in a road accident in Maharashtra's Chandrapur district early on Sunday. The accident reportedly took place after a speeding truck rammed into a mini-van on the Korpana-Wani road. The injured people have been admitted to a nearby hospital, a police official said.
Teen held for posting derogatory Hanuman photo on WhatsApp
A 17-year-old Dalit teenager in Madhya Pradesh was arrested on Saturday by the police for allegedly posting a derogatory photo of Lord Hanuman on his WhatsApp account. A Bajrang Dal member filed a complaint against the teenager for hurting his religious sentiments. The teenager allegedly posted a photo of Lord Hanuman seated along with BR Ambedkar saying some objectionable words.
Man uses long bill to replace broken window blind; pic goes viral
A man from US' Ohio tweeted a picture, wherein he used a long bill to replace his broken window blind. "One of my blinds broke in my bedroom so I just went to CVS," the caption read. The tweet went viral, with a user commenting, "How much I gotta buy to repair the long ones at my patio door?"
Isha Ambani, Anand Piramal dance to Mitwa at pre-wedding function
Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani's daughter Isha Ambani and her fiancé Anand Piramal danced to the song 'Mitwa' from 'Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna' at their pre-wedding celebrations in Udaipur. They were later joined by Isha's family members on stage, who danced to a song from 'Jab Tak Hai Jaan'. The couple is set to get married on December 12.
TV actress detained as Mumbai diamond trader found dead in forest
Television actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee was interrogated and detained by Mumbai Police three days after the body of Mumbai diamond trader Rajeshwar Udani was recovered in the forests of adjoining Raigad district. However, police officials have not issued a statement over her role in the case. Fifty-seven-year-old Udani was reported missing by his family from his office on November 28.
Nita Ambani, sons dance to Maahi Ve at Isha's pre-wedding function
Nita Ambani and her sons Anant and Akash danced to the song 'Maahi Ve' from the film 'Kal Ho Naa Ho' at Isha Ambani and her fiancé Anand Piramal's pre-wedding celebrations held on Saturday in Udaipur. The two-day-long pre-wedding celebrations are being held at The Oberoi Udaivilas. The couple will get married at Ambani's Mumbai residence Antilia on December 12.
Union Minister Ramdas Athawale slapped at Maharashtra event
Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Ramdas Athawale was slapped by a man at an event in Maharashtra's Ambernath on Saturday, police officials confirmed. The incident happened when Athawale was leaving the event. The accused, who was thrashed by Athawale's supporters and later taken into custody, has been identified as Pravin Gosavi.
Doctor sues coaching centre on failing AIIMS entrance, gets ₹77,000
A 28-year-old doctor named R Sankara Rao, who took medical coaching at Hyderabad's Bhatia medical institute, sued the coaching centre after he failed to crack AIIMS entrance test. Rao accused the centre of negligence and failure in assigning doctors to teach classes. The district consumer forum directed the coaching centre to return ₹45,000 fee and pay Rao a ₹32,000 compensation.
15-year-old sits inside oven to escape cold, gets trapped and dies
A 15-year-old boy in Uttar Pradesh died after he accidentally got trapped inside an oven where he sat to escape the cold weather, police said Saturday. The police claimed the boy had entered into the oven at his father's biscuit factory in the basement of their home. It was the bad odour emanating from the oven which alerted his family.
He's being trapped: Brother of jawan accused in Bulandshahr stir
After Army jawan Jitendra Malik alias Jeetu Fauji, was detained in connection with Bulandshahr violence, his brother Dharmendra Malik said, "My brother is being trapped in some conspiracy, he's not involved in the killing of inspector." "I have evidence to prove that my brother wasn't present at the site where the incident took place," he added.
BJP, SP leaders attack each other on live TV, one detained
A video of Samajwadi Party spokesperson Anurag Bhadoria and his BJP counterpart Gaurav Bhatia entering into a scuffle and manhandling each other on a private news channel's live show has been shared online by Bhatia. Bhadoria can be seen pushing Bhatia in the video. As the fight escalated, police were called in and Bhadoria was later taken into custody.
What are the ongoing 'yellow vest' protests in France?
The 'yellow vest' protestors in France mostly belonging to the working-class, have been staging demonstrations every weekend since November 17. The demonstrations were initially held against rise in fuel taxes, but have since widened to protest against the high cost of living and other government policies. Hundreds of people have been arrested in the worst protests in France in decades.
Trump picks General Mark Milley as next top military advisor
US President Donald Trump on Saturday nominated four-star Army General Mark Milley to be the next Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Trump said Milley, who currently serves as Chief of Staff of the Army, would replace Marine General Joseph Dunford at a "date to be determined". Milley would have to be confirmed to the post by the Senate.
White House Chief of Staff Kelly to step down by end of 2018: Trump
White House Chief of Staff John Kelly will be leaving his position by the end of the year, US President Donald Trump said on Saturday. Trump added he would announce Kelly's replacement in the next few days. Reports said that the retired Marine Corps general's relationship with Trump had deteriorated and the two were no longer on speaking terms.
Who is Vanessa Ponce de Leon, crowned Miss World 2018?
Mexico's 26-year-old Vanessa Ponce de Leon, who was crowned Miss World 2018 on Saturday, has completed her degree in International Business. Currently on the Board of Directors of a rehab centre for girls and a volunteer for 'Migrantes en el Camino', she also works as a model. Fluent in English and Spanish, Vanessa is a licensed open water scuba diver.
200-yr-old Assam tea industry gets its first woman estate manager
Manju Baruah has become the first woman tea garden manager in Assam's nearly 200-year-old tea industry when she was promoted as the manager of Apeejay Tea's Hilika Tea Estate in Tinsukia. The 43-year-old rides a motorbike across the 633-hectare tea estate to perform her duties. An MBA graduate, Baruah joined the Apeejay Tea Group as a Welfare Officer in 2000.n
China's richest woman with $18 billion wealth promoted at her firm
Chinese developer Country Garden has elevated the country's richest woman Yang Huiyan to Co-chairman alongside her father. Previously a Vice-chairman, the 37-year-old, who is worth nearly $18 billion, will assist her 64-year-old father and Founder Yeung Kwok Keung in the day-to-day running of the business. Yang owns 57% of Country Garden, a stake largely transferred to her by her father.
No GST on sale of properties with completion certificate: Govt
The Finance Ministry on Saturday said the buyers of properties for which completion certificate has been issued at the time of sale will not have to pay Goods and Services Tax (GST). However, GST is applicable on the sale of under-construction property or ready-to-move-in flats where completion certificate has not been issued at the time of sale, the ministry added.
Maharashtra regulator to probe inflated Adani power bills in Mumbai
Maharashtra's electricity regulator has formed a two-member panel to inquire into complaints of inflated electricity bills of Adani Electricity's Mumbai circle consumers. It also ordered Adani to verify metered consumption and refund excess bill amount. Adani started billing Mumbai consumers from September after it acquired Mumbai power distribution business from Anil Ambani's Reliance Infrastructure.
Dad and I don't talk about films often: Sara Ali Khan on Saif
Sara Ali Khan revealed she and her father Saif Ali Khan don't talk about films often, adding, "He looks at me like I'm a traitor for discussing films." "If I discuss work, he's like, 'Please don't do this to me'...We talk about history, argue about what Hitler's motivations were, or who was wrong in the Cold War," she further said.
Salman, Anushka to reunite for Bhansali's next film: Reports
Salman Khan will be starring opposite Anushka Sharma in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's next film, as per reports. The film would be Salman and Anushka's second film together after their 2016 film 'Sultan'. Salman had earlier collaborated with Bhansali for the 1996 film 'Khamoshi: The Musical', the 1999 film 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' and the 2007 film 'Saawariya'.
India's Prathamesh Maulingkar named Mr Supranational 2018
Mr India Prathamesh Maulingkar was named Mr Supranational 2018 on Saturday during the third edition of the pageant that took place in Poland. Prathamesh defeated 39 other finalists to clinch the main title and was sashed by Gabriel Correa Mr Supranational 2017. Mr Poland was declared as the first runner up and Mr Brazil as the second runner up.
I was vocal, paid the price by having unfulfilled career: Gambhir
Gautam Gambhir, who recently announced his retirement from cricket, said that he had to pay the price for being vocal about "ridiculous things in our system" by having an unfulfilled career. "I can't tolerate wrong things and artificiality," he added. "It's not only about cricketing system, in general our society doesn't like to be shown the mirror," he further said.
Will Ram come from heaven to help farmers: Farooq Abdullah
Commenting on the Ram temple issue, Former Jammu & Kashmir CM on Saturday said, "Is Lord Ram going to come from heaven and give farmers something better?" "Will unemployment disappear in a day because Ram is coming?" he added. He further said, "In today's secular India, people are fighting for Ram and not on issues that matter."
India not a ‘dharamshala’ for illegal immigrants: Amit Shah
BJP President Amit Shah on Saturday said, "India is not a 'dharamshala' that anyone can come and settle down here." Stating illegal immigration to be a threat to the country, Shah added, "National Register of Citizens is a way to solve India's basic problems." Shah further said, "The BJP clearly believes that they (illegal immigrants) should be identified and deported."
2 killed, 1 injured after wall collapses in Mumbai
At least two people were killed and one was injured after an under-construction wall in Tardeo region of Mumbai collapsed on Saturday. While one of the deceased was a labourer, the other was a junior engineer at the site, police said. The incident reportedly occurred when the construction crew was working on the foundation of the building.
J&K records 79.9% turnout in 8th phase of panchayat polls
Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday recorded a total voter turnout of 79.9% in the eighth phase of its panchayat polls. "A massive 85.1% polling was witnessed in Jammu division, and 49.6% in Kashmir division," state electoral officer Shaleen Kabra said. The ninth and final phase of the panchayat polls is scheduled to be held on December 11.
Kerala gets its 4th international airport in Kannur
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Minister for Commerce and Industry and Civil Aviation Suresh Prabhu on Sunday inaugurated the Kannur International Airport, the state's fourth international airport. Spread across 2,000 acres and costing over ₹1,800 crore, the airport can handle around 2,000 passengers at a time and will serve more than 15 lakh international passengers annually.
Trump blames Paris climate agreement for protests in France
US President Donald Trump on Saturday blamed the Paris climate agreement as protests continued in France over an increase in fuel taxes and other government policies. "Protests and riots all over France. People don't want to pay large sums of money, much to third world countries (that are questionably run), in order to maybe protect the environment," Trump tweeted.
NZ captain doesn't wait for sponsor, picks Oye Hoye Trophy himself
During the post New Zealand-Pakistan Test series presentation ceremony, victorious Kiwi captain Kane Williamson did not wait for the sponsor to hand him the Oye Hoye Trophy. The 28-year-old picked the trophy himself and went towards his team to celebrate. "Just receive it first. Okay he's gone with it. Doesn't matter," presenter Ramiz Raja was heard saying.
Mexico's Vanessa Ponce crowned Miss World 2018
Mexico's Vanessa Ponce de Leon was crowned Miss World 2018 by the outgoing pageant winner, India's Manushi Chhillar, in China's Sanya on Saturday. Thailand's Nicolene Limsnukan was named the first runner-up. Tamil Nadu's 20-year-old student Anukreethy Vas, who represented India at the pageant, managed to reach the Top 30, but couldn't make it to the Top 12 winner's list.