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Stay back in India, Supreme Court tells Karti Chidambaram; declines urgent hearing...

The Supreme Court on Wednesday turned down the Congress leader’s request for an urgent hearing to let him travel abroad this weekend. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qnIGc2 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Delhi braces for 10­-day air pollution emergency

Measures that would be rolled out between November 1 and November 10 include shut down of Mundka industrial area, ban on construction and excavation (digging) activities, shutting down of industries that run on coal and biomass, ban on stone crushers, brick kilns and hot mix plants from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Qbvbr8 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Black box from crashed Lion Air jet retrieved by Indonesian divers

The black box could provide clues to what happened after the still new plane lost contact with ground staff just 13 minutes after taking off early on Monday from Jakarta. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qofdyA https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Upendra Kushwaha again. Says Nitish Kumar doesn't want to be CM in 2020

It was not the first time Rashtriya Lok Samata Party chief Upendra Kushwaha has raised the issue of Nitish Kumar’s future as chief minister. In July, he had questioned the logic of going with Kumar as National Democratic Alliance’s chief ministerial candidate for the 2020 state assembly polls. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Qcj0Kr https://ift.tt/2zbki14

A tough road ahead for India's plummeting rupee: Report

The rupee hit 74 on the dollar on Wednesday after television channels reported RBI governor Urjit Patel may resign due to the spat with the government. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qjYMTS https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Violates territorial integrity': India protests Pak-China bus service via PoK

“We have lodged strong protests with China and Pakistan on the proposed bus service that will operate through Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir under so-called ‘China-Pakistan Economic Corridor’,” said external affairs ministry spokesperson. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2QaWEZQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

No fear left in me anymore: Man who saved hundreds on 26/11

10 years after the Nov 26 attacks killed hundreds and exposed gaping security lapses, HT looks at heroes who fought back, the lives lost, steps taken to make Mumbai safer from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qmdqde https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Donations stopped, Jagannath temple priest seeks Supreme Court permission to end...

Temple priest Narasingha Pujapanda said the court and the government were trying to stop their only source of income. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Q5THcV https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Couldn't perform son's last rites, says father of Hashimpura massacre victim

Of the 38 persons killed in the 1987 Hashimpura mass murders, only 11 bodies identified, while 22 bodies were not found. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qo6Enu https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Doomed Lion Air Boeing jet had airspeed snag on prior flight

Flight-tracking data before the two-month old Lion Air jet crashed showed the plane was varying its altitude and speed, a possible indication that the pilots weren’t getting accurate information from the aircraft’s air-pressure sensors. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2zhZmFK https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Google executive leaves company without exit package over MeToo allegations

Google CEO Sundar Pcihai said that the company had fired 48 employees in the past two years -- including 13 senior executives -- as a result of sexual harassment allegations. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2P2p5g7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India certainly not 'tariff king', says World Bank official on US President Donald...

Earlier this month, Trump described India as a “tariff king” as he reiterated his allegations that New Delhi has a high tariff rate on various American goods. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2CU1C9K https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US citizenship move may be bad news for Indians

For a lot of them, their families grew after their arrival here, mostly on H-1B visas for highly skilled foreigners. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Rn0oYq https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Supreme Court asks govt to submit Rafale jet deal pricing details within 10 days

The government argued that the information is so sensitive that it has not been shared even with Parliament. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2P2fIx6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pakistan top court aquits Asia Bibi, overturns blasphemy death sentence

A three-judge bench led by Chief Justice Saqib Nisar had earlier reserved its decision on Asia’s appeal on October 8. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2PzRYj2 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US citizenship move may be bad news for Indians

For a lot of them, their families grew after their arrival here, mostly on H-1B visas for highly skilled foreigners. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2Rn0oYq https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India makes a big leap in 'Ease of doing Business' index, ranks 77

The country recorded a rise of 30 places in the rankings last year, clinching the 100th spot. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2yHGXTg https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Apologise now for criticising my Dalit memorials, Mayawati tells BJP

Mayawati said that Sardar Patel had a following all over the country and was respected by people cutting across caste and community, but dragging him into regional politics shows the “narrow-mindedness” of BJP leaders. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2OjS3CS https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Jamal Khashoggi was chopped into pieces at Saudi consulate: Turkish prosecutor

Turkey cast doubt Wednesday on whether Saudi Arabia was willing to “genuinely cooperate” in the investigation into the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, as international pressure increased on Riyadh to provide answers. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2CUI0Cu https://ift.tt/2zbki14

As PM Narendra Modi unveils Statue of Unity, Rahul Gandhi seeks to claim the 'true...

In another tweet, Rahul Gandhi said Patel was a patriot, who fought for an independent, united and secular India. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2QaAl6E https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India ranks 77 in 'Ease of doing business' index, jumps 23 places

India is now at 77 on the World Bank’s ease of doing business, climbing 23 places. It is the only country among the top-ten improvers for a second consecutive year, the government said on Wednesday evening. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qj6JbM https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Any move on citizenship is sure to be challenged in US courts

Many legal and constitutional experts have said such a move would go against the Constitution and amount to the president overstepping his powers from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Q99act https://ift.tt/2zbki14

What Indian states must do to curb air pollution

State governments can make it legally mandatory for the city, state or district administration to meet targets. Not doing so within a stipulated time could be linked to disbursal of development funds, for example from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qmK8LE https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Maoist attacks must not deter the State from improving the lives of tribals

They are caught in the crossfire between the State and the rebels.Yet development is the only way out of the mess, if not for anyone else, but the tribals, who have been impoverished for years because of the negligence of the Indian state from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Q8Voql https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Lion Air crash search finds debris, belongings on seafloor

The search for the crashed Lion Air plane has found aircraft debris and passenger belongings on the seafloor but the object thought to be the fuselage is still eluding it, an Indonesian official said Wednesday. from Hindustan Times - world https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/lion-air-crash-search-finds-debris-belongings-on-seafloor/story-aWKrcU9v02s5oYtAx36M0M.html https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Jamal Khashoggi was chopped into pieces at Saudi consulate: Turkish prosecutor

Turkey cast doubt Wednesday on whether Saudi Arabia was willing to “genuinely cooperate” in the investigation into the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, as international pressure increased on Riyadh to provide answers. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2CUI0Cu https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indian couple who fell to death in California's Yosemite Park were apparently taking...

Vishnu Viswanath and Vishnu Viswanath who fell to deaths from Taft Point, a popular overlook at Yosemite National Park, were apparently taking a selfie, a report in Fox news cited Viswanath’s brother as saying. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2OhyXNP https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indian-origin man ordered to pay $ 8.6 mn for launching cyber-attacks on networks...

Paras Jha, 22, of New Jersey had previously pleaded guilty before US District Judge Michael Shipp to violating the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act. He also took part in creating click fraud botnets, infecting hundreds of thousands of devices with malicious software. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2P2swn5 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indonesia military chief 'strongly believes' crashed jet found

Dozens of divers were taking part in the recovery effort along with helicopters and ships, but authorities have all but ruled out finding any survivors. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2CSDFzm https://ift.tt/2zbki14

5 foods you should not eat before having sex

Beans, cheese and French fries are some of the food items which are best avoided if you planning on getting intimate with your partner. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/2RtScpx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

WhatsApp will start showing ads on Status section, VP Chris Daniels confirms

Facebook will charge companies for running ads on the platform. These ads will be interlinked to the advertiser’s profile on WhatsApp. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2PAmoSo https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs West Indies: India's predicted XI for 5th ODI - Hosts set to tinker with...

India vs West Indies 5th ODI: We try to predict India’s playing XI, which could take the field on Thursday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RqH0d0 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Why not a bigger statue for Mahatma Gandhi ?': Shashi Tharoor asks BJP

The Congress leader said there was no such gigantic statue of Mahatma Gandhi in the country. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2yGKW2u https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Enact law to pave way for Ram temple, matter of national pride: RSS

RSS Joint General Secretary Manmohan Vaidya said that “construction of the Ram Mandir is a matter of national pride” and so far the Ayodhya dispute had not been resolved in the courts. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2OhqzOa https://ift.tt/2zbki14

CBI's Devender Kumar, arrested in Rakesh Asthana bribery case, gets bail

In his bail application, Devender Kumar had termed his custody “illegal” and urged the court to set him free. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2yGKUro https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Statue of Unity will inspire generations, says Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's family

The Rs 2,389-crore Statue of Unity is a tribute to Statue of Unity who played a major role in integrating the more than 500 princely states into the Indian Union after the partition of 1947. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2OeNIAY https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs West Indies: Toss history awaits Virat Kohli in Thiruvananthapuram

India vs West Indies 5th ODI: Kohli is on the verge of setting a new record after winning toss in the first four ODIs of the series. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2yGKTDQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indian couple who fell to death in California's Yosemite Park were apparently taking...

Vishnu Viswanath and Vishnu Viswanath who fell to deaths from Taft Point, a popular overlook at Yosemite National Park, were apparently taking a selfie, a report in Fox news cited Viswanath’s brother as saying. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2OhyXNP https://ift.tt/2zbki14

RBI autonomy essential, says finance ministry amid rift with central bank

Earlier in the day, television channels reported that Reserve Bank of India Governor Urjit Patel may consider resigning from his post given a breakdown in relations with the government. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2yG9EzR https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Delhi HC sets aside acquittal of 16 cops for 1987 Hashimpura mass murders, sentences...

The armed police team had allegedly rounded up hundreds of Muslim men in Hashimpura, picked out some of them, drove them to nearby water bodies in a truck and shot each of them. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2yDukbZ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Ex-Bihar minister Manju Verma untraceable, govt tells SC in Muzaffarpur shelter...

A probe into the sexual abuse at a shelter home revealed that the husband of Manju Verma had spoken to the prime accused in the case, Brajesh Thakur, 17 times between January and June. Verma resigned from her ministerial post thereafter. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2OXfxD7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Give Rafale deal price details in 10 days: SC to government

The Supreme Court has given the government 10 days to provide Rafale deal price details from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2CUWmTp https://ift.tt/2zbki14

The RBI can do better than this on the autonomy front

Instead of excluding the central government and players in the financial sector in a quixotic show of independence, it should work with them from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2OXfuXX https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Paytm case: A tech billionaire and the bumbling blackmailers

Paytm vice president Sonia Dhawan and her husband, along with another Paytm employee, were arrested by local police in Noida for allegedly stealing startup founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma’s personal data so they could extort money. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2CUWjab https://ift.tt/2zbki14

MS Dhoni's exclusion from India's T20 squad doesn't surprise Sourav Ganguly

Sourav Ganguly feels Dhoni should play for Jharkhand in the Ranji Trophy to fine-tune his game and get ready for the challenges that lie ahead going into the 2019 World Cup. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2OXftTT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sardar Patel worked to create geography of unity with spirit of nationalism, writes...

He saved India from Balkanisation and integrated even the weakest limbs into the national fabric. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2CUWgev https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India's standing in the world 'ease of doing business' index may improve

India’s standing in the World Bank ranking of countries by ‘ease of doing business’ is set to improve, a year after the country jumped 30 places to clinch the 100th spot, a person familiar with the matter said on Tuesday, a day before the index is made public. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2P0z71r https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Training jets assembled in India using inferior engines, recent audit says

In addition to using inferior engines, “a large number of second-hand components and parts have been fitted in the aircraft,” according to the audit report, which has been seen by Hindustan Times. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2CUWcLN https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Army helicopter crashes in Afghanistan, killing 25 on board: Officials

An official said the helicopter crashed due to bad weather. Meanwhile, a Taliban spokesman claimed the militants shot it down. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2qgD0R0 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Suicide bomber kills 7 outside Kabul prison, several injured

According to officials, “The attacker walked towards a vehicle that was parked outside Afghanistan’s largest prison, for security clearance. He blew himself up before the vehicle could enter the prison premises.” from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2Q8Eat9 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Human remains found at Vatican property could crack 1983 mysteries

A police investigation is underway to establish the age and gender of the body and date of death. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2qimmjT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pakistan SC acquits Christian woman on death row since 2010 for blasphemy

Pakistan’s Supreme Court acquitted Asia Bibi, the Christian woman facing execution for blasphemy in a landmark 2010 case. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2Q9mldw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

World's tallest statue to be unveiled by PM Modi today; Statue of Unity dedicated...

Built at a cost of nearly Rs 2,300 crore, the statue is scheduled to be inaugurated at Kevadia in Narmada district of Gujarat on October 31, birthday of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qk11GE https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Modi's ambitious project: The story behind the making of Statue of Unity

The foundation-laying ceremony, on October 31, 2013, kick-started then Gujarat chief minister Narendra Modi’s 2014 Lok Sabha campaign. And its completion and inauguration, exactly 5 years later on October 31, is being seen as the beginning of Modi’s campaign for a second term in next year’s general election. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2OZIjmp https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Panic button, vehicle tracking in public transport from January 1

As per the latest transport ministry notification, the view of the Central government is that it is necessary and expedient in public interest to notify standards in respect of equipping or fitment of vehicle location tracking devices and emergency buttons in all public service vehicles. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qjTI1K https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Boston gangster Whitey Bulger found dead in prison at 89

James “Whitey” Bulger, the model for Jack Nicholson’s ruthless crime boss in the 2006 Martin Scorsese movie, “The Departed,” led a largely Irish mob that ran loan-sharking, gambling and drug rackets. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2AC5Ild https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Bodies of two sisters found duct-taped together on New York river bank

The two young women, identified as Rotana Farea, 22, and her sister Tala, 16, were found on the banks of the Hudson last week with no visible signs of trauma, dressed all in black, with fur-trimmed coat collars, and bound together at the ankles and waist by duct tape. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2ACYsFX https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Human need wiping out animals at alarming rate

The global ecological footprint over the past 50 years has increased by over 190% and this has fuelled the loss in biodiversity, says the World Wide Fund for Nature’s (WWF) Living Planet report . from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2SuzkI9 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pakistan school principal gets 105 years in prison for child abuse, rape

One of the charges against Attaullah Marwat was that he had forced, persuaded, coerced and enticed girl students under the age of 18 to engage in sexual activities and was involved in explicit sexual conduct and abuse of minor schoolgirls. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2yFPZ3c https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Man kills mother, three others over family dispute in Pakistan

Syed Jamal opened fire from a rifle, killing his mother, sister-in-law, nephew and a local reporter, said police. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2OfoUIU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

10 dead as storms batter Italy, motorists and tourists stranded in inclement weather...

Roads were blocked and thousands of people left without power in parts of Europe, as rains and violent winds sparked flooding, uprooted trees and whipped debris into the air. Thick snow has also cloaked mountains, trapping commuters and tourists. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2yJ1gjk https://ift.tt/2zbki14

OnePlus 6T review: Six months later, a rebranded OnePlus 6

OnePlus 6T is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor coupled with 6GB/8GB of RAM – same chipset and RAM combination that powers the OnePlus 6. Check out our detailed review of the latest OnePlus smartphone. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2PtO5fG https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Goa CM Manohar Parrikar holds first official meeting since discharge from AIIMS

Manohar Parrikar has not been seen in public since he was discharged from AIIMS on October 14, sparking speculation about his health condition with the opposition Congress alleging that his signature was being forged on official files and demanding that the government release video proof of his health condition. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RnibyU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Noida man allegedly gets soap instead of phone, Amazon India head and three others...

Amazon’s India head and three other persons have been booked after a customer claimed to have received a soap instead of a mobile phone that he had ordered from the e-commerce giant, police said on Tuesday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2PtNzyg https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Officer who probed CBI No. 2 Rakesh Asthana gives secret records to SC

Ajay Bassi, the officer investigating CBI special director Rakesh Asthana in the bribery case against him, on Monday moved the Supreme Court challenging his transfer to Port Blair in the Andamans. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2PtO2k0 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

This is why people tilt right first while kissing

According to the researchers, when touching others in a social context, for example kissing or hugging, people often have a lateral preference. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/2qkUKuw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sacked Sri Lankan PM's supporters stage massive rally in Colombo, tear up President's...

Tens of thousands of supporters of sacked Sri Lankan prime minister Ranil Wickremesinghe blocked roads in Colombo on Tuesday, stepping up a showdown with the country’s newly appointed leader Mahinda Rajapakse, a former strongman accused of grave rights abuses. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2qkoxn4 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US president Donald Trump may end birthright citizenship for US-born babies of ...

Revoking birthright citizenship would spark a court fight over whether the president has the unilateral ability to change an amendment to the Constitution. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2ESXN7a https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US president Donald Trump may end birthright citizenship for US-born babies of ...

Revoking birthright citizenship would spark a court fight over whether the president has the unilateral ability to change an amendment to the Constitution. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2ESXN7a https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Why Madhya Pradesh matters for the Congress

To win a heartland state will improve the Congress’s national standing and its ability to bring together a wider anti-BJP alliance nationally. Gandhi has set the stage for a fierce battle. The outcome will shape national politics. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Azsbzt https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Justice delayed is justice denied: Yogi Adityanath on Supreme Court deferment of...

Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday said the majority community in the country expects an early Supreme Court verdict in the Ram Janambhoomi title suit saying “justice delayed is justice denied”. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2EPbK6d https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pure horror, says survivor in Maoist attack that killed journalist, 2 cops

Two police personnel and a cameraman of Doordarshan were killed in the ambush. The deceased were ASI Rudra Pratap, constable Manglu and cameraman of Doordarshan Acchutanand Sahu. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2AARGQE https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Jaitley, RBI discuss NBFC liquidity issues; bank assures adequate fund flow in ...

Reserve Bank Governor Urjit Patel said the liquidity problem in NBFCs is not as severe as is being projected, but assured the government that it would ensure adequate liquidity in the system, sources said after the meeting. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2ESXKs0 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Lt Col Purohit, six others charged with terror conspiracy by NIA court in 2008 Malegaon...

Malegaon Bast Case: Six persons were killed and over a 100 injured when an explosive device strapped on a motorcycle went off near a mosque in Malegaon, a power loom town located about 200 km from Mumbai in North Maharashtra, on September 29, 2008. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2AADWpi https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Team India wants bananas, a rail coach and wives on tour during 2019 World Cup

The requests were put forward during the review meeting that the Indian team management had with the Committee of Administrators (CoA) in Hyderabad ahead of the second Test against West Indies. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2ER52fZ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Women's participation in politics and policymaking can bring real change

Ensuring increased political representation of women can improve equity and take us a step closer towards a more inclusive society and polity from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2AASPYF https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indian couple killed in fall from California's Yosemite park overlook

The Indian couple loved travelling and maintained a website called “Holidays and Happily Ever Afters” about their travel adventures, and described themselves as a “dream doer duo.” from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2zdKxnL https://ift.tt/2zbki14

German nurse admits to killing 100 patients out of 'boredom'

Niels Hoegel, has already spent nearly a decade in prison for other patient deaths, and is accused of intentionally administering medical overdoses to victims so he could bring them back to life at the last moment. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2OeLgdy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Venice inundated by exceptional high tide; flooding hits Italy

According to city officials, 70 percent of the lagoon city has been flooded by waters rising 149 centimeters above sea level. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2yDPQxe https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Bangladesh court doubles 5-year jail term of ex-PM Khaleda Zia

In February, Khaleda, her son and aides were convicted of stealing 21 million taka ($253,000) in foreign donations for an orphanage trust set up when she was last prime minister, from 2001 to 2006. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2OhvQ8u https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Suspect who sent pipe-bomb to opponents of Donald Trump had hit list of targets:...

The official said authorities had recovered soldering equipment, a printer, and stamps similar to those used on the package bombs in the investigation into Cesar Sayoc, who was arrested last week in Florida. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2yBLGpy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Soon, new generation of plant-­based 'green crackers' for less-polluting Diwali

The ‘green crackers’ would be equally colourful as the traditional fireworks. When tested in the laboratory, these plant-based fireworks have proved to be 50-60% less polluting than traditional fireworks. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2EUwklB https://ift.tt/2zbki14

60 percent of animal population wiped out in 44 years by human activity: WWF

From 1970 to 2014, 60 per cent of all animals with a backbone -- fish, birds, amphibians, reptiles and mammals -- were wiped out by human activity, according to WWF’s “Living Planet” report. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2zhJtz0 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Air pollution kills 600,000 children each year: WHO

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Trump interviews Indian-American woman Neomi Jehangir Rao to replace Kavanaugh in...

Neomi Jehangir Rao, 45, who is currently administrator of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, was recommended for the judgeship on the DC Circuit Court by former White House counsel Don McGahn. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2SsWvTf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

OnePlus 6T launch: How to watch live stream, specs, features, and more

One plus 6T global launch is scheduled for today. Check out how to watch livestream and what to expect from the OnePlus 6 successor. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2EUwdqb https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Supreme Court orders protection for businessman Sana Satish Babu who accused CBI...

Sana Satish Babu has alleged that Dubai-based brothers — Manoj Prasad and Somesh Prasad — claimed that they were acting on behalf of the CBI special director Rakesh Asthana and allegedly struck a deal for Rs 5 crore to protect him (Sana) in a case that the agency registered against Moin Qureshi last year. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2SrIYeC https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'RBI looked the other way': Arun Jaitley's counter to central bank's comment

“The central bank looked the other way when banks gave loans indiscriminately during 2008 to 2014,” finance minister Arun Jaitley said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2zcCfMN https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Ajay Bassi moves SC against transfer, says it impedes probe against Asthana

Ajay Bassi, a deputy superintendent of police with the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), said his transfer impedes with the impartial investigation. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2SvvbUv https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Shivraj Singh Chouhan threatens to sue Rahul Gandhi, who clarifies comment with...

Shivraj Singh Chouhan had called out Rahul Gandhi for alleging at a rally that his son’s name had figured in the Panama papers. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2zcCdEF https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs West Indies: Team India Report Card - The hits & misses at the 4th ODI...

India vs Windies report card: It was a comprehensive effort by Virat Kohli and boys in Mumbai as they took an unassailable lead in the 5-match series. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2SrNtpH https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Delhi's air could turn even more toxic today after Air Quality Index hit 367 on...

As the burning of crop stubble, considered one of the reasons behind the spike in pollution at this time of the year, continues in Punjab and Haryana, conditions could deteriorate further on Tuesday, according to an early warning system. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2zgr3Pa https://ift.tt/2zbki14

RBI chief Urjit Patel to meet Arun Jaitley today as rift with govt appears to w...

Finance minister Jaitley will chair a meeting on Tuesday of the Financial Stability and Development Council, which governor Urjit Patel is scheduled to attend. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2StekBD https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Boeing's first max crash leaves mystery with plunge into sea

The accident is a setback for Indonesia’s efforts to improve air safety, after the country successfully lobbied to reverse a ban that had barred its carriers, including Lion Air, from flying to the European Union. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2zbfIzR https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Donald Trump unable to attend Republic Day parade, says White House citing schedule...

No explanation was offered but the Republic Day parade on January 26 is around the time when US presidents usually present their annual report to the Congress, a statement of achievements of the past year and plans for the next, called the State of the Union address. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Sru9Jb https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indian couple killed in fall from 7,500 feet high Yosemite park overlook in US

The Indian couple loved travelling and maintained a website called “Holidays and Happily Ever Afters” about their travel adventures, and described themselves as a “dream doer duo.” from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2zdKxnL https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Donald Trump declines Republic Day invite; White House cites schedule constrain...

No explanation was offered but the Republic Day parade on January 26 is around the time when US presidents usually present their annual report to the Congress, a statement of achievements of the past year and plans for the next, called the State of the Union address. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2Sru9Jb https://ift.tt/2zbki14

60 percent of animal population wiped out in 44 years by human activity: WWF

From 1970 to 2014, 60 per cent of all animals with a backbone -- fish, birds, amphibians, reptiles and mammals -- were wiped out by human activity, according to WWF’s “Living Planet” report. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2zhJtz0 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Trump interviews Indian-American woman Neomi Jehangir Rao to replace Kavanaugh in...

Neomi Jehangir Rao, 45, who is currently administrator of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, was recommended for the judgeship on the DC Circuit Court by former White House counsel Don McGahn. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2SsWvTf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Donald Trump unable to attend India's Republic Day parade due to scheduling constraints:...

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Donald Trump unable to attend India's Republic Day parade due to scheduling constraints:...

“President Trump was honoured by Prime Minister Modi’s invitation for him to be Chief Guest of India’s Republic Day on January 26, 2019 but is unable to participate due to scheduling constraints,” a White House spokesperson said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Psy89t https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Five state Congress units may get new chiefs

The Congress has begun search for new chiefs of its party units in Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Mumbai, said a party functionary. The changes are aimed at ending in-fighting in some of the states and giving a fresh start to the party in others. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Ro3A5Z https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Seven people shot at in California Halloween party

Seven people were shot and wounded early on Monday during a Halloween party at a Southern California nightclub, police said. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2OWEmPI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Air pollution killed highest number of under-5 children in India in 2016: WHO r...

At least 100,000 children below five years died in 2016 due to health complications associated with high outdoor and indoor air pollution, according to the report titled ‘Air Pollution and Child Health’. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2yFgq97 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Delhi captain among 189 dead in Lion Air plane crash was expected home for Diwa...

A Lion Air plane crashed into the sea in Indonesia as it tried to circle back to the capital, Jakarta, from where it had taken off minutes earlier, and there were likely no survivors. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2ObFqtC https://ift.tt/2zbki14

OnePlus 6T launched with in-screen fingerprint sensor, waterdrop notch: Price, ...

OnePlus 6T launch: From new waterdrop notch to in-screen fingerprint sensor, here’s everything you need to know about the new OnePlus flagship phone. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2yFgndr https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs West Indies: Virat Kohli & Co break 15-year-old record in Mumbai ODI

Virat Kohli endured a rare failure but Rohit Sharma more than compensated with a blistering 162 to help India steamroll West Indies by 224 runs in the fourth one-dayer on Monday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Odu0W5 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Woman suicide bomber wounds 9 in Tunis: Ministry

This was the first attack in the Tunisian capital since November 24, 2015 when a suicide bombing killed 12 security agents on a bus for presidential guards. That attack was claimed by the so-called Islamic State jihadist group. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2COHeXx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Another suspicious package addressed to CNN intercepted in Atlanta

A suspicious package addressed to CNN was intercepted in Atlanta, the network said on Monday, as a man accused of mailing bombs to the network and some of US President Donald Trump’s leading critics was due to make his first appearance before a federal judge in Miami on Monday. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2JmNxmd https://ift.tt/2zbki14

OnePlus 6T global launch LIVE: Waterdrop notch, 3,700mAh battery, new camera fe...

OnePlus 6T will come with changes like no headphone jack and possibly a bigger display with a tinier notch. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2PvfkXd https://ift.tt/2zbki14

In video, Indian Army pounds Pak army camps across LoC

The attack on the Pakistan Army’s administrative headquarters in Hajira area, which also targeted 2-3 terror camps, came days after the Pakistani army pounded the 93rd infantry brigade headquarters and an army camp in Poonch on October 23. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Ro6QP8 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Narendra Modi, Shinzo Abe ask Pakistan to act against those behind Mumbai, Pathankot...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe on Monday called on Pakistan to bring to justice the perpetrators of the Mumbai and Pathankot terror attacks. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2PvfhL1 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs West Indies: MS Dhoni falters again, falls one short of 10,000 run mark

MS Dhoni has accumulated a total of 10,173 runs in the 50-over format however, the record also contains the 174 runs which he smashed against the Africa XI, while representing the Asia XI in a three-match rubber in 2007. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RpeFUF https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Four-year-old girl's body found with tonsured head, chopped limbs in Jharkhand

Villagers suspect occult practices behind the murder, and fearing for the safety of their children, are now escorting them to school and have stopped them from going to playgrounds. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2PreFGh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indonesia search and rescue says 'likely' all 189 aboard crashed jet dead

All 189 passenger and crew aboard a crashed Indonesian jet were “likely” killed in the accident, Indonesia’s search and rescue agency said Monday, as it announced it had found human remains. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2SqLotQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indonesia search and rescue says 'likely' all 189 aboard crashed jet dead

The pilot of the plane, which was carrying 189 people, had requested to return to base before it lost contact 13 minutes into the flight. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2AzreqZ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

World's first bio-brick grown from human urine in South African university

The bio-bricks are created through a natural process called microbial carbonate precipitation, said researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT) in South Africa. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2EYjMtI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sri Lanka parliament Speaker warns of 'bloodbath' amid political crisis

“We should settle this through parliament, but if we take it out to the streets, there will be a huge bloodbath,” Jayasuriya told reporters. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2AAya7b https://ift.tt/2zbki14

What Sri Lankan Constitution says on president's power to sack prime minister

Under the 19th Amednement adopted in 2015, the president no longer has the power to remove the prime minister at his discretion. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2EMGTHd https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Soft coup' leaves India with hard choices

In the short term, New Delhi is tempted to close its eyes to the extra-constitutional moves that allowed President Sirisena to appoint Rajapaksa as Prime Minister. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2Rm3ADA https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Air pollution kills 600,000 children each year: WHO

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Warning of 'Bloodshed' as Sri Lanka's political crisis deepens

The upheaval ushers in a new period of political uncertainty in Sri Lanka, which saw economic growth last year hit the slowest pace since 2001. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2zbky02 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sacked Sri Lanka minister Arjuna Ranatunga arrested over fatal shooting

Arjuna Ranatunga, captain of Sri Lanka’s 1996 cricket World Cup winning side and now petroleum minister in ousted prime minister Ranil Wickremesinghe’s government, was accused of ordering his bodyguards to shoot as a group loyal to President Maithripala Sirisena attacked him. One man was killed in the firing. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2SqLr90 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Germany's Angela Merkel says she will step down as chancellor in 2021

Angela Merkel has been chairwoman of her conservative Christian Democrats (CDU) since 2000 and chancellor since 2005. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2RjV2x6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indonesia's deadliest air crashes

Indonesian relies heavily on air transport to connect its thousands of islands but has suffered a string of deadly plane crashes in recent years. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2PruBZ1 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Live updates: 21st century will be Asia's and Indo-Japan ties will play key role,...

PM Narendra Modi held delegation level talks with his Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe and attended the India-Japan Business Leaders Forum meeting today. Follow live updates here: from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2yEBBZ3 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indian embassy confirms death of Indian pilot Bhavye Suneja in Lion Air plane c...

Captain Bhavye Suneja, who has been working with Lion Air since 2011, and co-pilot Harvino together have accumulated 11,000 hours of flying time, Lion Air said, adding that the aircraft had been in operation since August and was airworthy. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2ObdoP3 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sukhoi flight was a proud moment for me: Nirmala Sitharaman

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16-year-old French girl on student exchange programme molested by Delhi host's ...

Police said the girl in her statement alleged that the businessman “touched and hugged her inappropriately” while she was packing her clothes. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2OcWHm1 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Warning of 'Bloodshed' as Sri Lanka's political crisis deepens

The upheaval ushers in a new period of political uncertainty in Sri Lanka, which saw economic growth last year hit the slowest pace since 2001. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2zbky02 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sri Lankan minister Arjuna Ranatunga arrested over fatal shooting

Arjuna Ranatunga, captain of Sri Lanka’s 1996 cricket World Cup winning side and now petroleum minister in ousted prime minister Ranil Wickremesinghe’s government, was accused of ordering his bodyguards to shoot as a group loyal to President Maithripala Sirisena attacked him. One man was killed in the firing. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2SqLr90 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Supreme Court turns to social media to keep banned vehicles off Delhi roads

The Supreme Court on Monday prohibited the plying of 15-year-old petrol and 10-year-old diesel vehicles in the national capital region (NCR) and directed the transport department to announce that such vehicles would be impounded if found plying. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2zbkv4m https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs West Indies: Rohit Sharma slams 21st ODI century, just one behind Sourav...

Rohit Sharma slammed his 21st ODI century on Monday during the fourth match of the series against Windies at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2SqLpho https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Mouse caught between 2 elephants': Accused named in case against CBI No.2

Manoj Prasad, a Dubai-based investment banker, has been accused of receiving bribes on behalf of Central Bureau of Investigation special director Rakesh Asthana and was arrested earlier this month. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2zd4zPj https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indonesia search and rescue says 'likely' all 189 aboard crashed jet dead

All 189 passenger and crew aboard a crashed Indonesian jet were “likely” killed in the accident, Indonesia’s search and rescue agency said Monday, as it announced it had found human remains. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2SqLotQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

CBI No.2 Rakesh Asthana gets protection from arrest till Nov 1

Rakesh Asthana, the CBI special director, who was sent on leave by the government after allegations of corruption, had moved the court last week after a CBI officer was arrested. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2zbkn4S https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Can't wait eternally for Ram temple, says VHP after Supreme Court adjourns Ayodhya...

The VHP minced no words and insisted that government should consider bringing a legislation in the Parliament in the forthcoming winter session to build the Ram temple in Ayodhya. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2SqLjGy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Trump's trade war offers the Indian IT sector an opening

Helping the US bring manufacturing back home could create a $100-bn market for Indian farms from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2StKBZs https://ift.tt/2zbki14