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Pak's ex-minister falls for April Fools' prank, warns govt
Pakistan's former Interior minister, Rehman Malik, fell for an April Fools' Day prank when he reacted to a fake news about naming Islamabad's new airport after Chinese President Xi Jinping. Malik expressed serious reservations over renaming of the airport, which is originally named after Benazir Bhutto. He warned government that his party would take the issue to an extreme level.
In pictures: India's 2011 World Cup victory
India won its second ODI World Cup after 28 years on April 2, 2011, defeating Sri Lanka at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium. With the win, India became the third country to win the World Cup twice and the first to win it on home soil. Captain MS Dhoni was the man of the match for his 91* and last ball six.
Terrorists made airport security-evading laptop bomb: Report
The US intelligence agencies believe ISIS and other terrorist organisations have developed laptop bombs that can evade airport security, according to a CNN report. These organisations are also believed to have obtained airport security equipment to test these bombs. The report added that this played a significant role in recent US ban of devices larger than cellphones in flight cabins.
Oracle looking to acquire Accenture: Reports
American computer software major Oracle is looking to acquire management consulting company Accenture, according to reports. Oracle is also said to have hired consultants to look into a possible deal. While Accenture has a market cap of over $77 billion and employs around 4 lakh people worldwide, Oracle has a market cap of $184 billion.
Asia's largest tulip garden opens for tourists in Kashmir
The Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, located in the foothills of Zabarwan hill in Srinagar has opened for tourists. Overlooking Dal Lake, it opens every year for 15 days. Notably, there are reportedly over two million tulips of 46 varieties planted in the garden that spreads over an area of 30 hectares. The garden was formerly known as Siraj Bagh.
For Kejriwal, EVM means Everyone Votes Modiji: BJP MP
BJP MP Harsh Vardhan has said that for Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, EVM means "Everyone Votes Modiji", adding the AAP Convenor will soon demand the Election Commission be handed over to Delhi government. His remark came after Kejriwal alleged irregularities in EVMs over some reports that claimed the VVPAT machine dispensed slips of BJP on pressing other buttons on EVM.
DCW chief praises Irani for reporting stalking incident
Delhi Commission for Women chief Swati Maliwal on Sunday praised Union Minister Smriti Irani for reporting an incident of stalking. "Good @smritiirani acted against men who chased her. Encourages others 2 report. Imp centre state work together for women safety in Delhi (sic)," Maliwal tweeted. The men were arrested for allegedly chasing Irani's car and using offensive gestures and language.
30% driving licences in India are bogus: Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Saturday said 30% driving licences in India are bogus. "Now onwards the driving licences will be electronically registered under the umbrella of e-governance," he added. Asserting that none would get a licence without clearing the driving test, Gadkari said it would be mandatory to issue the licence within three days of clearing the test.
Probe ordered after 400 CRPF jawans fall ill in Kerala
Following 400 of its jawans suffering from suspected food poisoning in Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram, CRPF on Sunday ordered a probe into the incident. It has also taken a sample of the meal which led to the personnel being hospitalised. "We are finding the source of the material used to cook...Initial enquiry suggests that the fish might have been bad," officials said.
5 years in prison for hitting public servants in Maharashtra
The Maharashtra Assembly on Saturday passed an amendment to the law, making those found guilty of assaulting government officials or elected representatives while discharging their duties, punishable by imprisonment of five years. The offence currently bears a maximum punishment of three years' imprisonment. The state witnessed 17,682 cases of assaults on on-duty public servants from 2011-15.
12 bodies found during dredging of Bhakra canal in Jind
Around 12 human corpses have been recovered during dredging of Bhakra Nangal canal in Narwana in Jind district of Haryana. A diver searching for the bodies has claimed that the bodies recovered seem to be one to ten months old. The police are expecting more bodies from the canal.
Pornhub prank tells users their activity was auto-shared
Adult website Pornhub on April 1 pranked users with a video sharing feature that led people to believe their activity has been shared on Facebook and Twitter automatically. The pop-up appeared when users clicked on a video, thanking them for sharing their videos on their social media accounts. However, Pornhub then informed users of the website's encrypted HTTPS protocol.
Only five large banks can survive in long-term: Uday Kotak
Uday Kotak, Kotak Mahindra Bank's Managing Director, said there will be strong consolidation in the financial services sector and only five large banks will survive in long-term. "Globally, only three to five large banks dominate. This is how the future will be in our country as well," he added. He said that SBI will be one of the surviving banks.
Pratyusha wasn't in live-in relationship with Rahul: Mother
Late TV actress Pratyusha Banerjee's mother has said that the actress wasn't in a live-in relationship with boyfriend Rahul Raj Singh. She added, "He conspired, separated our daughter from us, and then started staying at her place calling it a live-in relation." Rahul has been accused of abetment of suicide, after Pratyusha was found hanging in her apartment last year.
If not an actor, SRK would have been an architect: Gauri
Gauri Khan has said that if not an actor, her husband Shah Rukh Khan would probably have been either an architect or an interior designer. She added, "He's totally into buying property, building and decorating…very passionate about it." Gauri further said that if Shah Rukh was given any space, especially an office, he would design the swankiest one ever.
Karan Johar is like a father to me: Alia Bhatt
Actress Alia Bhatt has said that filmmaker Karan Johar is like a father to her. Further, nAlia said that it is a cliché that there are no friendships among people in Bollywood. nAlia added, "I am friends with Ayan Mukerji and Abhishek Varman. I am also very fond of Katrina Kaif."
Unexploded World War II bomb found at boat race venue
An unexploded bomb from World War II was found in River Thames on Saturday, ahead of the annual Oxford-Cambridge boat races to be held in London on Sunday. The device was spotted near a bridge by a bystander, who then informed the police. The races remain doubtful, with the bomb still submerged in the water.
Mascot shows referee his own red card over penalty decision
German football club Schalke's mascot showed referee Felix Zwayer his own red card after he failed to award Schalke a penalty at the end of their match against Borussia Dortmund on Saturday. Schalke's appeals for a penalty in injury time were turned down by the referee, following which he dropped his red card, which was picked up by the mascot.
Former WWE champion Kurt Angle confirms return to WWE
Former WWE champion Kurt Angle has confirmed that he will be returning to the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). Angle, who was inducted into the 2017 class of the WWE Hall of Fame recently, had quit WWE in 2006 because of a variety of health and addiction related issues before moving to TNA.
Travel contest to award winner with holidays in France
A new travel contest named 'French Merveilles' or French Wonders will award the winner one full week of vacation every year for the rest of their life in Southern France. The winner is also entitled to bring a travel partner. Other packages include a ski holiday in Serre Chevalier and a chance to experience the Grand Prix racing event.
Surfing festival to be held in Karnataka
In what is believed to be a first, Karnataka Tourism will organise a surfing festival between May 27-29. The festival will be held at the Sasithithlu Beach in Mangalore. Along with this, the state's tourism ministry is also planning to introduce a set of recreational activities which will include skydiving and motorcycle tourism.
T-rex had human fingertips-like sensitive face skin: Study
Tyrannosaurus rex, a 20-feet-tall dinosaur species with dagger-like teeth, had sensitive face skin just like human fingertips, scientists say. Experts believe that males and females rubbed their sensitive faces together as a vital part of foreplay. Preserved T-rex fossils showed that the dinosaurs had a face mask of crocodile-like scales with numerous small nerve openings around the jaw and nose.
Indian student attacked in Poland, Swaraj seeks report
An Indian student, who was allegedly assaulted in Poland and reported to have died, has survived the attack, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj has said. She asked Indian ambassador to Poland Ajay Bisaria for a report on the incident. This comes after an Indian national tagged the minister to a media report regarding the assault.
'Mentally ill' custodian of a shrine in Pakistan kills 20
At least 20 devotees were killed on Sunday as a 'mentally unstable' custodian of a local shrine in Pakistan's Sargodha city attacked them with a dagger and stick. The police have arrested the accused, Abdul Waheed, along with his associates and shifted them to an undisclosed location. The authorities suspect Waheed drugged and then stripped the victims before killing them.
Flooding and mudslides kill 254, injure 400 in Colombia
Flooding and mudslides in the Colombian city of Mocoa killed 254 people, injured 400 and made another 200 go missing on Saturday. Heavy rains caused several rivers to overflow, pushing sediment and rocks onto buildings and roads. More than 1,100 soldiers and police officers have been called in to help the people in 17 affected neighbourhoods.
Coin toss happened twice in the 2011 World Cup final
The coin was tossed twice in the 2011 World Cup final, which India won against Sri Lanka six years ago on April 2. MS Dhoni and Kumar Sangakkara both thought they had won the toss in the first attempt. Referee Jeff Crowe said he had not heard Sangakkara's call, after which the toss was redone and won by Sri Lanka.
Kenyan woman breaks 4 world records at Prague Half Marathon
Kenya's Joyciline Jepkosgei broke four world records to win the Prague Half Marathon on Saturday. Running her fifth half marathon, Jepkosgei completed the 21.1-kilometre distance in one hour, four minutes and 52 seconds, 14 seconds quicker than the previous world record. She also broke the 10 km, 15 km and 20 km world records in the race.
1st human to human 'reprogrammed' stem cell transplant done
In a world-first transplant, a Japanese man in his 60s became the first person to receive cells derived from induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells donated by another person. iPS cells are created by removing mature cells from an individual and "reprogramming" them back to a premature embryonic state to develop them into desired cell type useful for treating a disease.
Man runs website that busted 1,300 fake WhatsApp forwards
Pankaj Jain, a 39-year-old computer engineer from Mumbai, runs a website called 'SMHoaxSlayer' where he has busted 1,300 fake messages and information that does rounds on WhatsApp. His website has categories like religion, politics and government, where fake messages have been proven wrong with proofs. "People get highly influenced by fake messages, which alters their understanding," says Jain.
Huawei reports its slowest annual growth since 2011
Chinese smartphone major Huawei's net profit grew just 0.4% last year, its slowest annual growth since 2011. Huawei, ranked as the world's third smartphone maker behind Apple and Samsung, said its net profit rose to $5.3 billion. Huawei shipped 13.9 crore phones last year, up 29% from last year's shipments. However, it nearly missed its target of 14 crore shipments.
Twitter changes default profile photo from egg to person
Microblogging site Twitter has changed the default profile picture of its accounts from an egg to a silhouette of a person. The default profile picture of an egg was introduced by Twitter in 2010. On the new default photo, Twitter said, "We wanted to use people's existing expectations for default profile photos".
Yogi Adityanath can build a temple inside every mosque: Omar
National Conference working President Omar Abdullah on Saturday said that Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath can build a temple inside every mosque that would further lead to chaos in the country. He also slammed the PDP government over Kashmir crisis, stating, "Rather than looking at the security structure, Mehbooba Mufti is making friendly ties with Bharatiya Janata Party".
Jagan M Reddy mocks Andhra Min's English, latter retorts
YSR Congress Party President Jagan Mohan Reddy on Saturday mocked Andhra Pradesh Minister K Atchannaidu's English, to which the latter retorted. "It's not Common Effect Treatment plant, but Common Effluent Treatment plant. Learn something sir," Reddy corrected Atchannaidu. "I sat on the mud and studied in a government school. There are differences between you and me," Atchannaidu responded.n
Every person living in India is a Hindu: BJP MP from Bihar
BJP MP from Bihar's Begusarai, Bhola Singh, on Saturday said that every person living in India is a Hindu irrespective of the faith or religion he or she follows. Further, while calling Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath a "warrior", he said that the new UP CM has given voice to the country's rich heritage and culture.
Kejriwal replies to crowd chanting 'Modi, Modi' at his rally
As a section of a crowd started chanting 'Modi, Modi' at Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's rally on Sunday, the latter said that if chanting 'Modi, Modi' can solve problems, then even he would chant the PM's name. "Can chanting Modi, Modi get the House Tax exempted? Can it reduce the electricity bill rates," Kejriwal asked.
Gujarat govt left over ₹15K crore unspent last year: CAG
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) in its report has stated that the Gujarat government didn't spend ₹15,114.51 crore budgetary provisions, which is 28.5% of the total ₹53,041.05 crore provisioned last year. The report further stated that the amount remained unspent either due to "non-implementation" or "slow implementation of schemes/ programmes".
Media owners being controlled by Modi govt: Chidambaram
Congress leader P Chidambaram on Saturday accused the Modi government of controlling the owners of media houses. "Today, believe me, there’s all pervasive, systematic, infringed control over the owners of the media. You talk to any journalist in Delhi, they will tell you that. Stories are simply killed. This is a serious problem," he added.
Elon Musk pranks about chemtrails being aliens' message
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk pulled off an April Fools' Day prank tweeting that chemtrails are actually messages from time-traveling aliens. A conspiracy theory suggests that chemtrails, the vapour trails left in the sky by jets, are sinister chemicals being sprayed by the government. He further tweeted, "Damn you, aliens! You have all this crazy tech, but can't speak English!?"
Snapdeal in talks with SBI Caps, others for 2019 IPO: Report
Snapdeal is reportedly in talks with five merchant bankers, including SBI Caps and Kotak Mahindra Capital, to go for an IPO in the second half of 2019. Snapdeal is said to have appointed Credit Suisse as special advisor for share sale. The report comes days after Snapdeal CEO Kunal Bahl wrote to employees asking them to prepare for an IPO.
Tours startup Zozi's ousted Founder sues own startup's board
US-based online marketplace for tours and adventures, Zozi's ousted Co-founder and CEO, TJ Sassani, has sued his own startup's board and investors alleging wrongful termination. He has alleged them of breach of fiduciary duty, embezzlement on the part of a former executive, fraud, discrimination and harassment. Sassani was rarely seen in the office before his termination.
China to launch 156 minisatellites for better internet
China will launch a network of 156 minisatellites to facilitate global broadband coverage and commercial space development. The small low-cost satellites would be placed in an orbit 1,000 km above Earth to form a network to improve internet access. The project plans to send the first satellite before 2018, and all 156 satellites by 2025, Chinese news agency reported.
NASA planning moon-orbiting space station to explore Mars
NASA is planning to build an astronaut-tended space station or "deep space gateway" in the lunar orbit that would help prepare for missions to deep space destinations including Mars. The project is scheduled to begin in late 2018. NASA also aims to develop a deep space transport spacecraft for crewed missions to deep space destinations such as Mars, by 2030.
400 CRPF jawans in Kerala fall ill due to 'food poisoning'
At least 400 CRPF jawans at Pallipuram in Kerala fell ill on Saturday due to suspected food poisoning, the police said. They were admitted to various hospitals in the city following complaints of upset stomach and vomiting after consuming food. Meanwhile, 109 jawans are under observation at Trivandrum Medical College hospital.
Logon ka kaam hai kehna: Sonakshi Sinha on marriage rumours
Actress Sonakshi Sinha, while reacting to reports of her getting married to rumoured boyfriend Bunty Sajdeh, said, "Let people talk...log toh kahenge...logon ka kaam hai kehna." She added that she doesn't even know what type of guy she would like to get married to. The rumoured couple were recently spotted together at the screening of the Anushka Sharma starrer 'Phillauri'.
May you keep smiling with your bat, Sehwag on Vijay's b'day
Wishing Indian opener Murali Vijay on his 33rd birthday on Saturday, former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag tweeted, "Happy Birthday @mvj888. Bat ki Battisi bani rahe. May you keep on smiling with your bat." In reply, Vijay, who was Sehwag's opening partner, tweeted, "Thank u so much viru pa. Have a great day."
Sushil Kumar hard to convince, not joining WWE: Vice Prez
Wrestler Sushil Kumar will not join WWE after the company's Vice President Canyon Ceman said, "it was hard to convince him". "It was hard to tell him 'you leave this amazing life in India and come and risk it all in America where we are not sure of anything'," said Ceman. Sushil was approached by WWE in October last year.
Would have been interested in Test captaincy: James Anderson
England's leading Test wicket-taker James Anderson has admitted he would've seriously thought about Test captaincy, following Alastair Cook's resignation in February. "I don't know if I'd have taken the captaincy but it would've been nice to have been considered for it", the 34-year-old said. He, however, went on to say, "it makes sense for a younger guy to do it".
UK High Court rejects challenge to ban on assisted dying
A terminally ill British resident has lost a high court bid to change the law so that he can be given assistance to die at home surrounded by his family. Noel Conway, 67, diagnosed with an incurable motor neurone disease in 2014, is said to challenge the court's decision. Notably, voluntary euthanasia is prohibited and considered murder under English law.
Crystal Palace ends Chelsea's home win streak; Man Utd draw
Crystal Palace ended Chelsea's home winning streak of 13 games, defeating the Premier League leaders 2-1 at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. With the win, Palace's fourth on the trot, Chelsea's lead over Tottenham at the top of the table was reduced to seven points. Meanwhile, fifth-placed Manchester United registered their 11th draw in the PL, finishing 0-0 against West Brom.
4 men arrested for chasing Union Minister Smriti Irani
Delhi Police arrested four men for allegedly chasing Union Minister of Textiles Smriti Irani in a Honda City car. Irani had lodged a complaint of eve-teasing following the incident on Saturday afternoon. The detained youth were taken to the Chanakyapuri police station in Delhi for further questioning.
Late actress Pratyusha Banerjee's last short film released
Late TV actress Pratyusha Banerjee's last short film 'Hum Kuchh Kah Naa Sakey' was released on her first death anniversary on Saturday by her friend Kamya Punjabi. The film's story reportedly bears similarities to Pratyusha's life, and has a character named Rahul, said to be a veiled reference to her boyfriend. It was shot one-and-a-half months before Pratyusha committed suicide.
We'll not punish you, Brexit is punishment enough: EU to UK
While releasing a set of draft guidelines defining European Union's approach towards the Brexit negotiations, EU President Donald Tusk said that they will not punish the UK because Brexit is "punishment enough". Brexit negotiations will be tough but it will not be a war, Maltese PM Joseph Muscat added. However, the draft said the UK must accept EU rules.
What are the new SBI rules applicable from April 1?
SBI will charge a penalty on non-maintenance of monthly average balance in accounts starting Saturday. Further, cash withdrawals will attract a charge of up to ₹20 after three transactions from different banks' ATMs monthly, and ₹10 after five withdrawals from SBI ATMs. There'll be no such charge if account balance exceeds ₹25,000 in SBI ATMs or ₹1 lakh in others.
Big Tamil films fan, waiting for Kabali sequel: Malaysian PM
Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak on Saturday said he is a big fan of Tamil movies while adding that he was waiting for the sequel of Rajinikanth-starrer Kabali to be shot in Malaysia. Razak, who is on a visit to India, had also met Rajinikanth earlier. Kabali, released in 2016, had a plot set in Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur.
Teaser of horror film 'Annabelle 2' released
The teaser of upcoming supernatural horror film 'Annabelle: Creation' has been released. It is the sequel to the 2014 film 'Annabelle' and a spin-off to 'The Conjuring' film series. The film stars Stephanie Sigman, Talitha Bateman, Anthony LaPaglia, and Miranda Otto. Directed by David F Sandberg, 'Annabelle: Creation' is scheduled to release on August 11.
Censor Board bans Bhojpuri film on Babri Masjid: Reports
As per reports, a Bhojpuri film based on the Babri Masjid controversy has been banned by the Censor Board. According to a Censor Board source, the film treats communal divide as a platform for comments on Hindus and Muslims, which can result in communal tension across the country. The film has been directed by Dev Pandey.
UP CM orders investigation into Gomti riverfront project
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday ordered an investigation into the Gomti riverfront project within 45 days. Adityanath was unhappy that although two years had lapsed, and over ₹1,427 crore had been spent, only 60% of the work was complete, an official release said. The project was launched to channelise the river by the Akhilesh Yadav government.
Kejriwal exempted from appearing in court in defamation case
A Delhi court on Saturday exempted Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal from appearing in the court over the defamation case filed by Finance Minister Arun Jaitley. The court cited Kejriwal's official engagements in view of the upcoming civic polls as a reason for the exemption. Kejriwal and five other AAP leaders face trial in the case.
Indian lady made to strip at German airport for random check
An Indian woman was allegedly forced to remove her clothes for a 'random security check' at Frankfurt Airport while she was on her way to Iceland via Germany with her family. The woman claimed in a Facebook Post that she was offered no explanations for the check. "This whole ordeal happened in front of my 4 year-old," the woman said.
22 injured at Jallikattu event in Tamil Nadu
At least 22 people were injured at a Jallikattu event held in Pudukottai district in Tamil Nadu on Friday. Around 350 bulls were reportedly involved in the event, which also saw a total of 250 participants. Earlier this year, the state government had passed a law to legalise Jallikattu, and overturned the Supreme Court-imposed ban on the traditional bull-taming sport.
Will hang those who kill cows: Chhattisgarh CM
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Raman Singh has said that those who kill cows will be hanged. This comes amid a crackdown on illegal slaughterhouses in Uttar Pradesh, and Gujarat government's​ new stringent law to curb cow slaughter. Notably, Raman Singh had enacted the law to ban cow slaughter in the very first year after assuming office in December 2003.
Minister dares separatists to make their kids stone pelters
Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Saturday slammed Kashmiri separatists while asking whether they were ready to make their own children stone pelters for their "cause". Separatists have called for a strike on Sunday over PM Narendra Modi's visit to Kashmir to inaugurate a tunnel. On this, Jitendra Singh said it has become a "fashion" for them to give such calls.
Venezuela's top court drops bid to strip Congress of power
The Venezuelan supreme court has reversed its ruling to strip Congress of legislative powers. It made the decision after the government of President Nicolas Maduro urged it to review the ruling "to maintain institutional stability". The initial decision announced on Wednesday had been denounced as a "coup" by the opposition, which dominates the National Assembly.
Venezuela witnessed 60 murders per day in 2016
Venezuela's murder rate rose to an average 60 per day last year, up from about 45 per day in 2015, the attorney general's office said on Friday. Rights groups claim that economic recession has pushed more Venezuelans towards crime. Notably, violent crime is one of the most pervasive anxieties for Venezuelans, especially in poor slums dominated by gangs.
Philippine Prez invites EU critics, threatens to slap them
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on Friday lashed out at the European Union critics of his war on drugs. "Come here and we will talk because I want to slap you," Duterte said. This comes after the EU lawmakers suggested that the Philippine government should set up clinics where the public can get their drug fix.
Trump releases financial details of White House staffers
US President Donald Trump on Friday released details of the personal finances of White House staffers. According to the documents, the real estate and investment empire of Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner and daughter Ivanka Trump is reportedly worth as much as $741 million (over ₹4,800 crore). However, neither Trump nor Vice President Mike Pence's assets were included in the documents.
Chipotle CEO's pay hiked to ₹100 cr despite poor performance
Chipotle CEO Steve Ells received a bigger compensation package in 2016 of $15.7 million (over ₹100 crore) despite the burrito chain's poor performance. This came despite the company's stock declining 8% last year as it recovered from a fallout from food safety incidents in 2015. Earlier, Ells had criticised rivals like McDonald's over their food quality.
Bombay HC orders stay on Raveena Tandon's film 'Maatr'
The Bombay High Court has put a stay on the release of Raveena Tandon's film 'Maatr'. This comes after a private financial institution petitioned against the film's producer Anjum Rizvi. The institution has claimed that Rizvi owes it an amount of ₹2 crore. It had reportedly given the loan to Rizvi in 2014 for a film which never released.
Pic shows Sanjay Dutt with the cast of Golmaal 4
A picture of actor Sanjay Dutt, posing with the cast of the upcoming film 'Golmaal 4' was shared by actor Ajay Devgn on Twitter. "The original rockstar," read the caption alongside the picture. Actors Arshad Warsi, Parineeti Chopra, Tabu, Kunal Kemmu, Shreyas Talpade, Tusshar Kapoor can be seen in the picture, along with the film's director Rohit Shetty.n
UP govt to roll back ration cards with Akhilesh's photograph
The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has decided to roll back all the ration cards bearing photographs of former Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav. The new UP government will not distribute around 60 lakh ration cards printed by the previous regime. The ration cards could not be distributed earlier as Model Code of Conduct came into force before the elections.
Scientists make self-destructing mechanism for cancer cells
Israel-based scientists have modified specific proteins during cancer cell division that causes a natural killing mechanism in affected cells. Study on mice transplanted with triple-negative breast cancer cells, resistant to current therapies, revealed the arrest of tumour growth. The method may be suitable for treating aggressive cancers without harming healthy tissues, said the lead researcher.
Arrival to India was a moment of freedom: Dalai Lama
Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama on Saturday said the warm-hearted welcome he received on his arrival at Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh 58 years ago was a "moment of freedom" for him. "The days prior to my arrival in India were filled with tension and the only concern was safety," added the Dalai Lama, who escaped from Tibet in 1959.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Malaysian PM Najib Razak
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met his Malaysian counterpart Najib Razak ahead of delegation-level talks in New Delhi on Saturday. "Honouring a shared heritage. PM @narendramodi receives PM @NajibRazak at Hyderabad House," External Affairs Ministry tweeted. The Malaysian PM, who is on a six-day visit to India, was accorded a ceremonial welcome at the Rashtrapati Bhavan earlier in the day.
Maha may enact law to prevent misuse of Gods' names by bars
The Maharashtra government may soon enact a law to prevent the misuse of the names of Gods, Goddesses, national figures and forts by bars, non-vegetarian eateries, and folk art troupes among others. "At present there is no law to prevent such misuse," Maharashtra Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule said while mentioning that a meeting will be held to draft the proposed law.
Will talk to youth involved in stone pelting: Mehbooba Mufti
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday called for dialogue to pacify the unrest prevailing in the state. "We will try to talk and listen to the problems of the youth who are involved in stone pelting. Our youth are very talented but they are trapped in this situation," the Chief Minister added.
Haryana to provide ₹21,000 to families for third girl child
Haryana government will provide a one-time grant of ₹21,000 to all those families whose third girl child was born after August 24, 2015, under the Aapki Beti, Hamari Beti scheme. The eligible families will receive the amount irrespective of their caste, creed, religion, income and number of sons, an official release issued on Saturday said.
PV Sindhu to face Rio gold winner Marin in India Open final
Rio 2016 silver medalist PV Sindhu will face Spain's Carolina Marin in a repeat of the Rio Olympics gold medal match at the India Open final on Sunday. World number five Sindhu defeated South Korea's Sung Ji Hyun 21-18, 14-21, 21-14 in the tournament's semifinal on Saturday. This was Sindhu's seventh win against the Korean who is world number four.
Kerala witnessed red rain for two months in 2001
Kerala witnessed red coloured rain between July 25 and September 23, 2001, which was first thought to be caused by fallout from a hypothetical meteor burst. Later tests revealed that the colour was due to airborne spores from local algae. People also assumed that the red rain was a result of alien activity.
Most expensive commercially available watch costs ₹7 crore
The world's most expensive commercially available watch is the Super Ice Cube by Chopard, Switzerland which retails at about ₹7 crore ($1,130,620), according to the Guinness World Records. The watch has 66.16 carats of diamonds, including different trapeze cut diamonds, centre stones and brilliant cut diamonds. It is part of a range that includes watches with black diamonds and rubies.
Film on demonetisation gets U/A certificate with 6 cuts
'Shunyota', the Bengali film based on demonetisation has been recommended six cuts by the Censor Board's regional office. Most of the cuts include comments on the effect of demonetisation by principal characters in the film. "I have to accept what they (Censor Board) say. I wish my work be finally seen by the general audience," said the film's director.
Harmanpreet Kaur named Aus T20 team's Player of the Year
India's women's T20I team captain Harmanpreet Kaur has been named Player of the Year by Australia's Women's Big Bash League team Sydney Thunder. Harmanpreet earlier had become the first Indian cricketer to play in Australia's Big Bash League, when she was picked by the team last year. She played 13 matches for the team, scoring 296 runs.
US internet providers vow to not sell customers' histories
US internet providers Comcast Corporation, Verizon Communications and AT&T have said that they would not sell customers' internet browsing information. This comes after the US senate passed a bill repealing Obama-era internet privacy rules, allowing the providers to sell customers' browser history to advertisers. The bill will become a law after being approved by US President Donald Trump.
People looking at one side of coin: Shiv Sena on Gaikwad row
Shiv Sena leader Arvind Sawant on Saturday said that people are looking at one side of the coin in the Air India-Sena MP Ravindra Gaikwad issue. "A person who is known for his balanced behaviour was provoked, is what I can say. Even he (Gaikwad) was harassed but no one is speaking on it," Sawant added.
Maha Assembly revokes suspension of nine Opposition MLAs
The Maharashtra Legislative Assembly on Saturday revoked the suspension of nine of the 19 Opposition members who were suspended for creating ruckus in the Lower House during the budget presentation several days ago. The MLAs had sung devotional songs, played cymbals and raised slogans. The budget copies were also burnt outside the House.
EVMs fudged repeatedly; probe the serious fraud: Kejriwal
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday said that the electronic voting machines (EVMs) were being "fudged repeatedly" in elections and demanded a probe into the matter, terming it as a "serious fraud". He further said, "EVM tampering is possible. If there is no investigation, then how can we know the truth?"
World conducts polls with ballots, why not India: Digvijaya
Congress leader Digvijaya Singh on Saturday said, "I have never put my faith in EVMs. You never know where the vote goes once the button is pressed." He further said, "When elections are being conducted across the world with ballots, why not in India? I stand with Advaniji, Mayawati and Arvind Kejriwal that polls with EVMs shouldn't be held."
Iran offers to mediate between India, Pak over Kashmir issue
Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan Mehdi Honardoost has said that Iran is willing to mediate between Pakistan and India over the long-standing issue of Kashmir, if requested. Any conflict or tension between the two countries (Pakistan and India) will hinder the development of both the countries apart from impacting the economies of other regional countries, said Honardoost.
No service charge on online train tickets till June 30
The withdrawal of the service charge on online booking of train tickets has been extended till June 30, as against March 31 earlier. The government had waived the service charges after demonetisation in November last year to encourage digital modes of booking. Notably, the service charge on booking train tickets online through IRCTC ranges from ₹20 to ₹40 per ticket.
EC bans exit polls for Lok Sabha by-polls in J&K
The Election Commission of India on Friday banned exit polls between April 9 and April 16 when by-elections will be held for two Lok Sabha seats of Srinagar and Anantnag in Kashmir. Displaying any election matter including results of any opinion poll would be prohibited during the period of 48 hours ending with the hours fixed for conclusion of by-elections.
Saudi General hit by egg in protest over Yemen war crimes
Major General Ahmed al-Asiri of Saudi Arabia was hit by an egg thrown by a protester as he arrived in London to speak at a seminar about the ongoing civil conflict in Yemen, in which Saudi Arabia is accused of committing war crimes. "Asiri represents a regime that has killed thousands in Yemen...Asiri shouldn't be welcomed," the protester said.
Kim Jong-nam murder suspects return home under deal
Three North Koreans who were named by the Malaysian police as suspects in the murder of Kim Jong-nam, the half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, have returned home. Their return is a part of a deal between the two countries under which nine Malaysian citizens held in North Korea have been allowed to return to their country.
Trump declares April National Sexual Assault Awareness Month
US President Donald Trump has declared April to be National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month saying that April would be a reminder that "Women, children, and men have inherent dignity that should never be violated". Over 10 women have accused Trump of sexual assault. Barack Obama became the first President to proclaim the month in 2009.
15,000 IDBI Bank employees to go on strike on pending wages
The All India Bank Employees Association has said it would support the strike by the employees union of public sector lender IDBI Bank over settlement of pending wages. Nearly 15,000 employees of the bank would participate in the nation-wide strike scheduled on April 12. Further, the association has also written to Finance Minister Arun Jaitley to intervene in the matter.
Title of 5th Pirates of the Caribbean film changed for India
The fifth instalment of the Pirates Of The Caribbean film will be called 'Pirates Of The Caribbean: Salazar's Revenge' in Russia, Europe and all Asian countries including India. It will be released with the original title, 'Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales' in USA. Starring Johnny Depp, the film will release on May 26 in India.nnn
'The Conjuring' franchise sued in ₹5,800 crore lawsuit
'The Conjuring' film franchise has been sued by author Gerald Brittle in a lawsuit of ₹5,800 crore. Brittle said the franchise infringes on his 1980 book 'The Demonologist', which tells the stories of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. He claimed that in a 1978 agreement, the couple agreed to a no "competing work" provision that is still in effect.
Kamya shares post on Pratyusha's first death anniversary
TV Actress Kamya Punjabi took to social media to share a picture of late actress Pratyusha Banerjee on her first death anniversary on Saturday. "Ek saal ho gaye.....Pagal kahi ki... bas tu khush rehna yaara," read the caption alongside the picture. Pratyusha committed suicide by hanging herself in her apartment on April 1 last year.
Gays miss out on leadership positions due to voice: Study
A University of Surrey study has found that gay and lesbian workers are likelier to miss out on the leadership positions due to the sound of their voice. For the research, the voice samples and pictures of several people were presented to a heterosexual sample group without informing them of the sexual orientation of the person.
Tabiyat kharab thi, couldn’t train, log shuru ho gaye: Raina
Suresh Raina has reacted to claims of a former state coach, who said the former had become a "reluctant cricketer" after marriage. "Tabiyat kharaab thi, bhai, couldn't train properly and logon ne shuru kar diya...I had to miss out on cricket but circumstances were such...my health and my daughter's. If that leads to criticism, what can I say," said Raina.
Truckers start indefinite strike to protest premium hike
Protesting against the sharp increase in third-party insurance premium, goods vehicle owners across states started an indefinite strike from Saturday. "The fight for justice by truckers of India will continue till IRDAI reverses its proposal to third party insurance premium hike," a truck operator's association said. The strike is likely to disrupt the supplies of commodities.
Nitish advocates forming national silt management policy
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Saturday advocated the formulation of a national silt management policy to ensure uninterrupted flow of waters into the Ganga. The width of the Ganga was decreasing due to regular silt deposit in the river, he added. "Until the National Waterways is coming up with comprehensive outlook, the project would not be successful," Kumar said.