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India vs New Zealand: 'His experience comes in handy' – Gavaskar feels Team India...

The visitors were bundled out for a paltry 92 as Kiwi left-arm pacer Trent Boult ran through the Indian top-order, picking up five wickets. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2HJCeaI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Budget 2019 LIVE updates: Sensex gains 100 points, Nifty at 10,860 points

Interim Budget 2019 Live: As per convention, the election year budgets are interim budget or a vote on account. But Piyush Goyal is widely expected to go beyond those limits by announcing sops to please people engaged in farm sector. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Wyps23 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Underworld don Ravi Pujari arrested in Senegal: Reports

Ravi Pujari , who was mentored by gangster Chotta Rajan, is wanted in India for a number of cases including extortion, kidnapping and murder. He started off as a petty criminal and graduated to big crime with the killing of Bala Zalte, a rival and went on to join Chotta Rajan. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Rs9YJb https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Amazon removes numerous products from India site as new e-commerce rules bite

The products began to disappear from the Amazon India site late on Thursday as it began complying with the revised norms before a midnight deadline. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WB1ovJ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

In budget today, PM Modi looks to shore up political base ahead of polls

Interim minister Piyush Goyal is likely to announce tax sops to the middle-class, special package for agriculture and small scale industries, and incentives to corporates to give boost to the manufacturing sector. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Rv2p4s https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Elon Musk releases all Tesla patents to help save the Earth

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Opinion | The 2019 election game has begun

The 2019 election maybe fought across 543 seats, but it is the 80 seats of Uttar Pradesh that hold the key to unlocking the door to power in Delhi. This is because UP is the only state where the BJP appears set to lose big time. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Rs9UJr https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Defence ministry approves Rs 40,000 crore project to build six submarines

The defence ministry on Thursday approved a project worth Rs 40,000 crore for building six advanced submarines in the country under the government’s ‘strategic partnership’ (SP) model to bolster the Indian Navy’s underwater force levels, a defence ministry spokesperson said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WyprLx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

The 29-year-old who rocked Facebook has big data plans for H&M

Before he was at Cambridge Analytica, Wylie worked as a fashion-trends forecaster. When H&M learned of his former life, it started talking to the Canadian about a potential collaboration. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BhdtwR https://ift.tt/2zbki14

The 29-year-old who rocked Facebook has big data plans for H&M

Before he was at Cambridge Analytica, Wylie worked as a fashion-trends forecaster. When H&M learned of his former life, it started talking to the Canadian about a potential collaboration. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2BhdtwR https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Government, Opposition spar over 'leaked' report showing unemployment at 40-yea...

The report is potentially damning for the NDA government, which has been under pressure to step up job creation efforts to absorb job hunters who enter the workforce every year. Instead, the unemployment rate has more than doubled from 2.2% in 2011-2012, according to figures quoted in the newspaper report. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2CXXNi7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Past five years a good learning experience': PM Narendra Modi at all-party mee...

Speaking to reporters outside the Parliament building earlier in the day, PM Modi hoped that the Budget Session, which began on Wednesday with President Ram Nath Kovind’s address to a joint sitting of both the Houses, will be fruitful. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2S2einw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Donald Trump says wants big trade deal with China or will postpone it

The world’s two largest economies are trying to strike a deal on trade by early March to avoid a planned increase in the tariff rate being imposed on Chinese imports by the United States. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2FYXGqx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pregnant woman saves 4 kids before dying in Ghaziabad fire

The police said they suspect the building collapsed due to a fire in a bakery, operated by Fatima’s husband from the ground floor of their house, triggered explosions in two LPG cylinders around 12.30pm. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2TnkQtK https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Alok Verma reiterates refusal to join work, tells MHA he retired on Jan 10

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) had directed Verma to take charge as director general of the Fire Services, Civil Defence and Home Guards on Thursday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BdlUcm https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India warns Pakistan of 'consequences' over Qureshi-Mirwaiz phone call row

The Indian government was angered by foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s phone conversation with Hurriyat chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Tuesday. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2HJDjzf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Nearly 5,000 volunteers from UK likely to campaign for BJP in 2019 LS polls

Many supporters of the BJP were active in campaigning for the 2014 elections, including nearly 500 volunteers who travelled to India. The Overseas Friends of BJP (OFBJP) says the involvement of supporters from the UK is likely to increase in the forthcoming elections. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2Rt6c2r https://ift.tt/2zbki14

After India, now Pakistan summons high commissioner to lodge protest

Foreign secretary Tehmina Janjua lodged a protest with Indian high commissioner Ajay Bisaria over the summoning of Pakistan’s high commissioner Sohail Mahmood, foreign office spokesperson Muhammad Faisal said at a weekly briefing from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2WxyjRB https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Chicago freezes at -20 degrees, midwest cold wave blast to get worse in US

Low temperatures early Thursday morning were expected to reach minus 23 Fahrenheit (minus 31 Celsius) at Chicago Midway International Airport, with wind-chill values as low as minus 39, according to the National Weather Service. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2SguxwI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Ice melting faster in Antarctic glacier, vast hole surprises NASA scientists

NASA scientists have discovered a gigantic cavity, almost 300 metres tall, growing at the bottom of the Thwaites Glacier in West Antarctica, indicating rapid decay of the ice sheet and acceleration in global sea levels due to climate change. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2WyausY https://ift.tt/2zbki14

AgustaWestland accused Rajiv Saxena operated accounts in Swiss banks: Govt

Saxena was brought to the Patiala House court of special judge Arvind Kumar in the morning after being extradited along with corporate lobbyist Deepak Talwar from UAE on Wednesday night. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Sl5CYI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

11-year-old boy moves Bombay High court, seeks ban on PUBG

An eleven-year-old boy moved the Bombay High Court Thursday seeking a ban on popular mobile game ‘PUBG’. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Sf5UAG https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India warns Pakistan of 'consequences' over Qureshi-Mirwaiz phone call row

The Indian government was angered by foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s phone conversation with Hurriyat chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Tuesday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2HJDjzf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Ex-CBI chief Alok Verma may face departmental action for defying govt order

As Alok Verma did not take up the new assignment as directed, he is likely to face departmental action which may include suspension of pensionary benefits, home ministry officials said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2SkA9Gc https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Pained, can't keep quiet now': Deve Gowda on alliance with Congress in Karnata...

Just a few days ago, Gowda’s son Kumaraswamy had threatened to step down as Karnataka chief minister. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2HJDgDz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Report claiming 45-year high in unemployment not verified: Niti Aayog

Niti Aayog vice chairman Rajiv Kumar has clarified that a report stating that the country’s unemployment levels hit a 45-year-high is “not verified” and that the “data is still being processed”. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Sh37Xn https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Discuss only non-contentious bills': Opposition tells PM Narendra Modi at all-party...

Senior Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad said that the Opposition had asked the government to take up only those bills that were not controversial in Parliament during the Budget session. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2HJDdHT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Chicago freezes at -20 degrees, midwest cold wave blast to get worse in US

Low temperatures early Thursday morning were expected to reach minus 23 Fahrenheit (minus 31 Celsius) at Chicago Midway International Airport, with wind-chill values as low as minus 39, according to the National Weather Service. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2SguxwI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs New Zealand: 4th ODI report card – Rohit Sharma and Co put up an embarrassing...

After bowling out India for 92 in Hamilton, it took just 14.4 overs for the Black Caps to chase down the modest target. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2HIfYhq https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Labelling things is an issue. Being gay is a non-issue: Sonam Kapoor

Ek Ladki Ko Dekha To Aisa Laga actor Sonam Kapoor says just because you decide to love somebody that might not be of the opposite sex, does not mean you are different. Love is love, you cannot choose who you fall in love with, she believes. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/2SkywZ6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Russia, US last-ditch talks to break nuclear pact deadlock fail: Report

The impasse sets the stage for the United States to begin pulling out of the Intermediate-range Nuclear Forces treaty (INF) as early as this Saturday unless Moscow moves to destroy a missile Washington says is violating the accord. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2DLqGzw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Come Feb 1, the way Amazon, Flipkart do business in India will change

To continue operating, Amazon and Walmart will now have to turn their sites in India into platforms for independent merchants. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MHTJah https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Govt has no money': Congress picks holes in President Kovind's speech

Senior Congress leader Anand Sharma claimed that the government used the President to present its false claims, in a bid to validate them. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2t6Cd6J https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Supreme Court summons Sahara chief Subrata Roy for failing to deposit Rs 25,700...

The apex court said six months were given to Sahara by its last order to arrange the amount but what has transpired during the period has not inspired the confidence of the court. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MK1zjB https://ift.tt/2zbki14

This smelly Indonesian fruit was sold for Rs 71,000 apiece

Unlike the usual oblong variety, which sell for just a few dollars, the round “J-Queen” brand durians are reported to be extremely rare and possess the punchiest of aromas. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2DJ7lPu https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Hindu temple vandalised, idols blackened in US

In a hate crime, a Hindu temple has been vandalised in the US state of Kentucky by miscreants who sprayed black paint on the deity and left a knife stabbed into a chair in the main hall. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2Uqnkra https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'NoMo jobs': Rahul Gandhi's swipe at PM over leaked survey on unemployment

Rahul Gandhi mounted fresh attack on PM Modi over reports claiming that unemployment rate in the country is at the highest in 45 years. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RtuzwB https://ift.tt/2zbki14

With Ramgarh victory, Congress at half-way mark in Rajasthan; BJP wins Jind bypoll...

With the victory in Ramgarh bypoll, the Congress improved its strength in the Rajasthan assembly to 100 in the 200-member house. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WwBn0j https://ift.tt/2zbki14

At Kumbh, VHP says Sabarimala issue is like Ayodhya

The leaders and several saints, including yoga guru Ramdev, were speaking at the Dharam Sansad organised by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad, which started on Thursday at the Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RtuskF https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Facebook updates on WhatsApp payments, ads, and integration with Messenger

Describing ads in WhatsApp a ‘future thing’, Sheryl Sandberg says Facebook is very focused on the consumer experience on the instant messaging platform. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WwBk4D https://ift.tt/2zbki14

With 'half-educated leaders' barb, Mamata dares PM to prove paintings charge

At a public rally in West Bengal, BJP president Amit Shah had alleged that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s paintings were bought by tainted chit fund owners for crores of rupees. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Rsy9r1 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India's unemployment rate hit 45-year high in 2017-18: Report

The survey has become a political issue after the acting chairman and another member of the body that reviewed the job data resigned saying there was delay in its release. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WwBdGf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Congenital liar': Smriti Irani pillories Rahul Gandhi on Parrikar meeting

Rahul Gandhi had on Wednesday responded to Parrikar’s letter that accused him of using his visit for “petty political gains”. Gandhi said he was disturbed to hear that the letter which was “leaked to the press before he could to read it. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RvvNrz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Women find social interactions more rewarding than men

The study also found that females are more sensitive to the rewarding actions of oxytocin (OT) than males. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/2GcJrOb https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India to have world's only completely-electrified large railway network

Union Railway Minister Piyush Goyal said over 4,000 km of railway tracks were electrified last year, which would increase to 6,000 km this year from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MHWNDp https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs New Zealand: Shubman Gill becomes 227th ODI player for India, receives...

Gill, who was man of the series in the Under 19 World Cup last, has already received rave reviews from all quarters and was in roaring form in Ranji Trophy. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2sUycSy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Hundreds of Indian students face jail, deportation in US college scam

The justice department’s Michigan branch announced the arrest of the eight men, whose names indicated they were either Indians or American citizens of Indian descent, from all over the country, charged with visa fraud and harbouring aliens for profit from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BdPOgH https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Called PM Modi 'sir' to satisfy his ego: Chandrababu Naidu

The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) chief told an all-party meeting on the demand for special category status that he did everything possible in the hope that he will do justice to the state following its ‘unjust’ bifurcation. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RsMyn9 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Exotic dancer-turned-pharma executive gave doctor lap dance for prescription

Jurors heard the testimony on the second day of the closely watched federal trial in Boston against Insys Therapeutics founder John Kapoor and four other former executives. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2DLt6yg https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Who wants Trump to be president? God does, says White House

“I think God calls all of us to fill different roles at different times and I think that he wanted Donald Trump to become president,” Sarah Sanders says in an interview to be aired by the Christian Broadcasting Network. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2UoUojw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Confessed to crime as police threatened to implicate my family: Sreesanth to SC

The apex court observed that the conduct of Sreesanth, facing a life ban, in the entire episode was “not good”. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2UuK21v https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs New Zealand: Rohit Sharma and boys register embarrassing record in Ham...

None of the top-order batsmen could make it count as Rohit Sharma and boys registered the unwanted record of lowest contribution by the top six Indian batsmen in an away ODI. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2DKeQFV https://ift.tt/2zbki14

State of the economy under Modi: Statistically robust, but institutionally frag...

Even according to the 2004-05 series, GDP growth was less than 5% in 2012-13 and 2013-14. This deceleration in growth came at a time when inflation touched double digits and the trade deficit as a percentage of GDP also breached the 10% barrier. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2UuK09T https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Exotic dancer-turned-pharma executive gave doctor lap dance for prescription

Jurors heard the testimony on the second day of the closely watched federal trial in Boston against Insys Therapeutics founder John Kapoor and four other former executives. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2DLt6yg https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India needs a tri-service war-fighting doctrine

Unlike the Second World War, where surprise was critical, modern warfare require speed of operations, which depends on jointness among services. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2UuJZml https://ift.tt/2zbki14

As China expands to its west, India is being pushed to the margins

The threat of India being consigned to the margins of the dense network of transport and economic corridors emerging around us is real. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2DKoQ28 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India may get Vijay Mallya's Swiss bank details soon

India may soon receive details of the money businessman Vijay Mallya has allegedly stashed away in Swiss bank accounts, with moves to this effect already being initiated by the authorities of the two countries after the apex court of Switzerland approved the sharing of information. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2UuJY1L https://ift.tt/2zbki14

The CBI's on a slippery slope today

The premier investigating agency is surviving on its past credibility as it battles serious internal problems. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2DKoIzG https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Saudi crown prince likely to visit India next month

Prince Salman is likely to further strengthen India-Saudi Arabia energy cooperation during the course of the proposed visit. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2FZjmmi https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US switches to new H-1B system that favours foreigners in American colleges

The US announced that starting April 1, it will switch to a new system for processing H-1B petitions that will give priority to foreign workers with advanced degrees from an American institution of higher education, over those hired abroad, in India, China and other countries. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2sXQfHG https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Colder than Antarctica: Brutal deep freeze grips US Midwest

The National Weather service said the temperature in Chicago dropped on Wednesday morning to minus 19 degrees, breaking the previous record low for the day set in 1966. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MLcUjy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Colder than Antarctica: Brutal deep freeze grips US Midwest

The National Weather service said the temperature in Chicago dropped on Wednesday morning to minus 19 degrees, breaking the previous record low for the day set in 1966. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2MLcUjy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US switches to new H-1B system that favours foreigners in American colleges

The US announced that starting April 1, it will switch to a new system for processing H-1B petitions that will give priority to foreign workers with advanced degrees from an American institution of higher education, over those hired abroad, in India, China and other countries. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2sXQfHG https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs New Zealand 2019: Team India eye biggest series win in Kiwi backyard at...

India vs New Zealand 2019: A 4-0 lead will be India’s biggest series win (across formats) in their 52 years of touring New Zealand having first visited the country back in 1967. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RsiiJ8 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Chanda Kochhar 'shocked, hurt' by ICICI Bank's decision to terminate her

Chanda Kochhar, the first woman CEO of a bank in the country, also said she served the ICICI group for 34 long years “with all my dedication and hard work” and the bank’s latest decision has caused her “immense hurt and pain”. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2B5uUAv https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Rahul Gandhi 'a hybrid specimen', says Union minister Anant Kumar Hegde

Union minister Ananth Kumar Hegde has called Congress president Rahul Gandhi “a hybrid specimen” that cannot be found in any laboratory in the world. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Tr7Qn2 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Understand the immense pressure': Rahul Gandhi responds to Manohar Parrikar's ...

Congress president Rahul Gandhi has responded to Manohar Parrikar’s letter that accused him of using his visit on the ailing chief minister for “petty political gains”. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Ba8Rsi https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'They should go back to school', Trump says about 'naive' intel chiefs

US president Donald Trump went after his own intelligence community leaders calling them “naive” and “passive” on Iran, and suggesting they need to go back to school. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2UnupZM https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Bangladesh to sue Philippine bank over involvement in $81 million cyber heist

Hackers stole $81 million from the Bangladesh central bank’s account with the US Federal Reserve in New York in February 2016. The money was then transferred to a Manila branch of Rizal Commercial Banking Corp, swiftly withdrawn and laundered through local casinos. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2Rrwlyt https://ift.tt/2zbki14

UK PM Theresa May faces uphill task to secure changes in Brexit deal

Faced with no-negotiation stand from EU, British Prime Minister Theresa May insisted she could secure changes that will allay concerns on the so-called ‘backstop’ and ensure its endorsement by Parliament. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2WuVEDB https://ift.tt/2zbki14

30 bodies of migrants found after two boats capsize off Djibouti

Thirty bodies have been found after some 130 migrants went missing off Djibouti when two boats capsized in rough waters, the United Nations migration agency said on Wednesday. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2TjLfsg https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs New Zealand: 'Partners in crime' – Shikhar Dhawan hails partnership with...

Dhawan shared a throwback picture with Rohit Sharma to illustrate how far they have come while playing for the ‘Men in Blue’. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2DK0VzI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Next meeting of PM-led panel to pick new CBI chief on Friday': Congress leader...

The last meeting of the panel took place on January 24 but it remained “inconclusive”. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2UthBkx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Opposition has only one agenda, Modi and Modi': PM

PM Modi said the greatest contribution of his government has been a change of attitude. He said India doesn’t sit silently now when terrorists unleash violence but replies back with surgical strikes. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2DK0UMa https://ift.tt/2zbki14

“Welcome sister”: Kamal Haasan on Priyanka Gandhi's foray into politics

On the Ram temple issue, Kamal Haasan said he stood for amity and unity of the country. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Uvo1Qi https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Swine flu outbreak kills more than 160 in India, Rajasthan worst affected

Swine flu has claimed more than 160 lives this year, with Rajasthan topping the list, according to reports, raising concerns among health authorities on containing the seasonal disease. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2DKMKdX https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Former CEO Chanda Kochhar violated code of conduct, says ICICI Bank

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The logic behind BJP using the Ayodhya card once again

The party wants to show intent of its commitment, appease both its cadre and religious base, and to construct and sustain a ‘Hindu voter’ who would go beyond caste in Uttar Pradesh from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MEbLdx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Rafale is why PM Modi is afraid of Manohar Parrikar', says Rahul Gandhi

Congress president Rahul Gandhi sharpened his attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday over the Rafale deal. Rahul Gandhi claimed the PM is afraid of Goa chief minister Manohar Parrikar because he “knows the truth about Rafale”. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2sRmqbI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Whose data is it anyway?

We need strongly independent bodies such as the National Statistical Commission which can bravely present data and context without worrying about what this says about which government from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MHZZ1w https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Smriti Irani targets 'janeu wearing Rahul Gandhi' after Shashi Tharoor's Kumbh ...

A day after Congress MP Shashi Tharoor stirred a controversy after taking a dig at UP CM Yogi Adityanath taking a dip in Prayagraj Kumbh, Union minister Smriti Irani hit out at him saying that the “smearing” of Kumbh was done with “tactical support” from Rahul Gandhi. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2sRmok6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Facebook to shut down Research app that collected users' private data in exchange...

Facebook paid people aged 13 to 35 as much as $20 a month to install the Research App, track phone and web usage habits. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MGRPGL https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Rising uncertainties ahead of Lok Sabha polls keep investors wary of buying bon...

On Friday, the government will unveil an interim budget that is expected to be full of goodies for rural and urban middle class voters. Direct cash transfers to farmers, interest-free loans and income tax cuts might help the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party’s chances in a general election that must be held by May. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2sRmnN4 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Didn't discuss Rafale': Goa CM Manohar Parrikar slams Rahul Gandhi in letter

In the two page letter, Manohar Parrikar clarified that the procurement of the Rafale jets was as per the Defence Procurement Procedure. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2FXp346 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Chowkidaar couldn't see us in the eye': Rahul attacks Modi over Rafale

Saying that the truth of the Rafale deal can’t be hidden, Rahul Gandhi claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi can’t sleep comfortably at night and that he gets nightmares every time he sleeps. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2G8f6A6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'A PM for everyday of week': Amit Shah's jibe at opposition

Setting Amit Shah stepped up his attack on the opposition parties attempting to present a united front against the BJP-led NDA in 2019 Lok Sabha elections. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2FXoVSa https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Banker dresses up as Spider-Man on the last day of work, goes viral

The man’s hilarious pictures and video have left many in splits. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2G7t8lL https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Apple CEO Tim Cook reveals why iPhones are not selling in emerging markets like...

Apple reported that revenue from iPhone sales was down by 15 % from the same period in 2017. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2FYU6wK https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Biryani in a wrap: Mughal dish refashioning raises a storm in Britain

Foodies and connoisseurs may shudder at the thought of confining biryani inside a roti, but a prominent food retailer in Britain has done just that — offering biryani in a wrap. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2CVr3G2 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

12 killed, 170 injured in Saudi Arabia floods

Saudi Arabia says 12 people have died and more than 170 injured this week due to flooding from heavy rain. The Civil Defence said 10 people died in the area of Tabuk, one in Medina and another in the Northern Borders region. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2RVCath https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro accuses Donald Trump of ordering his murder

In an interview with Russia’s RIA agency, Maduro rejected calls for an early election, said an order to arrest his rival Juan Guaido had not yet been given, and promised Caracas would honour debts to Russia and China. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2DHxsqe https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Lanka has been won': BJP leader calls Rahul Gandhi Ravana, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra...

Bharatiya Janata Party MLA Surendra Singh, who represents the Bairia assembly constituency in Ballia district, also called Prime Minister Narendra Modi Lord Ram. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2SebN0L https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Mamata, Rajnath in spat over clashes at Amit Shah's Bengal rally

Mamata Banerjee reportedly told Rajnath Singh to rein in BJP workers after the latter called her following clashes after BJP president Amit Shah’s rally in Contai on Tuesday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2HG4uLc https://ift.tt/2zbki14

PM Narendra Modi seeks clear majority in 2019, says coalition government can't ...

In his speech after inaugurating the new terminal building of Surat airport, PM Modi said demonetisation helped wipe out black money in real estate helping the middle and lower income group realise their dreams of owning a home. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2SeJZJz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

FIEO demands support measures in budget to push exports

Exporters body FIEO Tuesday expressed concerns over slow growth in exports and demanded support from the government in the forthcoming interim budget to boost outbound shipments. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2HBRuX7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pay Rs 25,000 to contest LS polls: AIADMK, Punjab Congress to ticket seekers

AIADMK had asked the party ticket aspirants to pay the same amount for contesting 2014 Lok Sabha polls. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2SguAbM https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Bodo outfit chief, 9 others get life sentence for 2008 Assam serial blasts which...

The 2008 serial blasts in Assam are believed to be one of the worst terror strikes in India which were carried out just a little less than a month before the 26/11 attacks in Mumbai. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Bd7IAf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Must admire Rahul's humility': Goa BJP leader's lavish praise of Cong chief

The meeting between Gandhi, on a private visit to Goa, and Parrikar, lasted about 10 minutes. It came a day after Gandhi referred to a purported audio tape in which a Goa minister claimed that Parrikar possessed files relating to the Rafale deal. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2TnRw6u https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Don't play around with the law': Supreme Court tells Karti Chidambaram

The court also directed Karti to deposit Rs 10 crore with Supreme Court registry as a surety. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Bd731J https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Enforcement Directorate issues notice to Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan under...

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence had in 2011 slapped charges under FEMA and Customs Act violation against Khan and his manager Maroof in connection with recovery of huge undeclared foreign currency from them. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2TnRpI6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Suspecting infidelity, man enters wife's office, stabs her 15 times: Police

Veena had just turned on her office computer when Kumar went up to her and asked her to talk to him. The couple then went to the lobby of the office and soon started arguing. “Kumar then took out a knife and stabbed Veena 15 times and then fled the spot. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BczHAe https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Arrival of Russian passenger jet fires up Venezuela's rumour mill

The Boeing 777, with space for some 400 passengers and belonging to Russia’s Nordwind Airlines, was parked by a private corner of the airport after flying direct from Moscow, according to flight tracking data and Reuters photos. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2Us7vAh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indian-origin presidential hopeful Kamala Harris' CNN town hall sets viewership...

Kamala Harris, 54, who was elected to the Senate in 2016, announced her run for presidency last week. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2DI1DgW https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Venezuela bars self-declared president Juan Guaido from leaving country

The 35-year-old head of the National Assembly legislature, Juan Guaido, “is prohibited from leaving the country until the end of the (preliminary) investigation for having “caused harm to peace in the republic,” high court president Maikel Moreno said. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2FYwvvM https://ift.tt/2zbki14

It's almost too cold in Chicago to get a pizza delivered

Mike Boren, a 28-year-old driver for Dante’s Pizzeria, wore three pairs of socks on Tuesday and still struggled to say warm. The three-store chain said it will close Wednesday in response to extreme cold sweeping the region. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2GbZgVd https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US message to world with Huawei case: Don't trust China on 5G

The Huawei case is a further sign that wider strategic tensions between the world’s two largest economies US and China will persist even if they reach a deal to end a months-long trade war that is starting to hit global growth and company earnings. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2FYwuIe https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Young granddaughters of Asia's billionaires being groomed for greatness

Michelle Li, the 23-year-old granddaughter of Li Ka-shing, Hong Kong’s richest person, has joined him, her father and uncle on the board of Chesterfield Realty Inc., a family-controlled unit of CK Hutchison Holdings. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2WvQxTM https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Need a reason to get married? It leads to better physical and mental health

Researchers looked into the association between marital status and the ability to carry out everyday tasks in life. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/2WvRGe2 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Upset with govt, 2 top members of National Statistical Commission quit

Acting chairman PC Mohanan and external member J Meenakshi both had terms lasting until June 20 next year, according to the website of the National Statistical Commission. Mohanan was also an external member. With their departures, the commission now has no external members. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RqBJC6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Young granddaughters of Asia's billionaires being groomed for greatness

Michelle Li, the 23-year-old granddaughter of Li Ka-shing, Hong Kong’s richest person, has joined him, her father and uncle on the board of Chesterfield Realty Inc., a family-controlled unit of CK Hutchison Holdings. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WvQxTM https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs New Zealand: Numbers reveal how an MS Dhoni masterstroke changed Rohit...

After languishing in the middle order, Rohit Sharma was sent up the order by MS Dhoni to face the new ball and it has changed the fortunes of the right-hander, who has now established himself as the best opener in the format. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RqeLuw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Rare footage of Mahatma Gandhi's last journey now available online

An 8.16-minute long 16-mm film shot on February 12, 1948, which captures perhaps the earliest known immersion of the ashes of Mahatma Gandhi, is now available as a digitised-colour film at the website of the National Cultural Audiovisual Archives. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RqAse3 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

UK MPs reject chaotic 'no-deal' Brexit, back PM May's bid to reopen deal

May had said she was backing the amendment to re-open negotiations in Brussels with an “emphatic message” of what British MPs want. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RpYDt8 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Rahul Gandhi's announcement on minimum income for poor has nothing to do with budget:...

Congress president Rahul Gandhi has promised a Minimum Income Guarantee (MIG) scheme for the poor if the party comes to power in 2019. HT spoke to former finance minister P Chidambaram, also the chairman of the Congress 2019 Lok Sabha manifesto committee, about MIG. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2B9aiaq https://ift.tt/2zbki14

On shortlist for CBI chief, Home ministry official Rina Mitra's fate hangs on panel...

Rina Mitra, a special secretary (internal security) in the Union home ministry, will be out of contention for the top job at the CBI if the selection committee does not meet in the next two days as she is set to retire on January 31, people familiar with the development said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2TlII0X https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Centre's move to return undisputed land in Ayodhya a last ditch attempt to motivate...

The Centre’s decision to seek the Supreme Court’s permission to restore the excess 67-acre land around the disputed Ram Janambhoomi-Babri Masjid site to the original owners is being seen as a last-ditch effort by the BJP to placate RSS cadre and Hindus saints. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Bc64Ph https://ift.tt/2zbki14

UK MPs reject chaotic 'no-deal' Brexit, back PM May's bid to reopen deal

May had said she was backing the amendment to re-open negotiations in Brussels with an “emphatic message” of what British MPs want. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2RpYDt8 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Canadian serial killer who killed 8 people'staged corpses of victims, photographed...

The case shocked all of Canada, and especially the gay community. It sparked a massive investigation in Toronto, the country’s largest city, at dozens of properties where McArthur had worked. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2Wo9RCh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US charges Huawei with 23 crimes including Iran sanction-busting, technology theft,...

The charges came ahead of negotiators from the two countries meeting here on later in the week to resume talks to resolve trade tensions triggered by President Donald Trump’s tariffs on steel and aluminum at first and subsequently on billions worth of imports from China, which has retaliated. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2RpphSZ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India at risk of communal violence, terror attacks by Pak-based groups: US intelligence...

The report, an annual exercise, was tabled in US Congress Tuesday by Director of US intelligence Daniel Coats, who also deposed before the senate intelligence committee, accompanied by heads of the CIA, the FBI and the NSA, Gina Haspel, Christopher Wray and Paul Nakasone respectively. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RXPtt6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Maharashtra chief minister to come under Lokayukta

The Devendra Fadnavis-led state government plans to bring the chief minister under the jurisdiction of the Lokayukta, but with a few riders. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2G6QsQC https://ift.tt/2zbki14

George Fernandes: The man who kept the NDA together

One of the iconic images of Emergency is of George Fernandes in shackles, his arms raised high in protest. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2FVfbYM https://ift.tt/2zbki14

PM Theresa May wants to re-open Brexit deal, EU says no

The House of Commons began a day-long debate on May’s Brexit Plan B after the agreement was voted down earlier this month. She promised to return to parliament with a revised agreement that will be put to vote, likely on February 14. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2FUYxbK https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India at risk of communal violence, terror attacks by Pak-based groups: US intelligence...

The report, an annual exercise, was tabled in US Congress Tuesday by Director of US intelligence Daniel Coats, who also deposed before the senate intelligence committee, accompanied by heads of the CIA, the FBI and the NSA, Gina Haspel, Christopher Wray and Paul Nakasone respectively. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2RXPtt6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Rescuers struggle to retrace second body in Meghalaya mine

Rescuers are struggling to retrace the second body detected by Indian Navy’s Remote Operated Vehicle (ROV) on January 26 in the illegal rat-hole coal mine in Meghalaya. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2B7LRKI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

UK's Theresa May seeks changes to Brexit deal as EU stands firm

British legislators are voting Tuesday on competing Brexit proposals that have been submitted by both pro-Brexit and pro-EU legislators since Parliament rejected Theresa May’s divorce deal with the bloc two weeks ago. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2FUYxbK https://ift.tt/2zbki14

British MP Fiona Onasanya jailed for lying to avoid speeding ticket

Fiona Onasanya, 35, a British member of Parliament expelled from Labour after being found guilty of perverting the course of justice by lying to avoid a speeding ticket was on Tuesday sentenced to three months in jail. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2G9ZLiO https://ift.tt/2zbki14

BJP sees Centre's move to return undisputed land in Ayodhya to owners as step towards...

BJP leaders on Tuesday sought to present the central government’s move to return undisputed land in Ayodhya to its original owners, including Ram Janambhoomi Nyas, as a step towards starting “work” on building a Ram temple in the holy city of Uttar Pradesh. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Sc7uTS https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Earlier we had 2G, now we have Priyanka G: Amit Shah's dig at Congress

Referring to the 2G scam that dogged the Congress-led UPA-2 regime, Amit Shah said the Congress wants to indulge in more corruption now with the induction of the “third G — Priyanka G” after the “two Gs — Sonia G and Rahul G”. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2HyTMpQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Samsung Galaxy M20 first impressions: A worthy Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro rival?

Samsung Galaxy M20 will go on sale in India on February 5 at a starting price of Rs 10,990. Here are our first impressions of the latest Samsung smartphone. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2SjwXuI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Flipkart warns of major 'customer disruption' if new e-commerce rules not delay...

India’s new foreign investment restrictions will, from February 1, bar e-commerce companies from selling products from firms in which they have an equity interest and also ban them from reaching deals with sellers to only sell on one platform. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2HEEr78 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Rahul Gandhi promises passage of Women's Reservation Bill if Congress comes to power...

Rahul Gandhi had on Monday said his party would guarantee minimum income for all the poor of the country if it formed the government at the Centre after the 2019 polls. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Scbzr3 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Video shows Chinese man being converted to Islam by Pakistan PM Imran Khan's mi...

The video of a Chinese national being converted to Islam by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) minister Amjad Ali has taken the internet by storm in the country. PTI is the ruling party of Pakistan to which Prime Minister Imran Khan belongs. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2DFvZRl https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Vehicles near Amit Shah's rally in Bengal vandalised, BJP blames TMC

The BJP has held the ruling TMC responsible for vandalising the vehicles parked near the venue of Amit Shah’s rally in East Midnapore on Tuesday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2HCDPyR https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India improves a notch, US out of top 20 performers in global corruption index:...

“Corruption Perceptions Index 2018”, the group’s latest report on business leaders’ perceptions of corruption, had India marginally improve its score to 41 (from 40 in 2017), and its position to 78 out of 180 countries in 2018 against 2017’s 81st, where it had slid from 79 in 2016. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2HAsZt9 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Biplab Deb compares Mamata Banerjee to Dhritarashtra, claims BJP will defeat Kauravas...

In his first election rally in West Bengal on Tuesday, Tripura CM Biplab Deb compared Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee with Dhritarashtra from Mahabharata. He said the Bengal CM “has chosen to be blind” when her own party workers are torturing people. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2ScCD9x https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Jet Airways grounds 3 more planes owing to rental payments; cancels 19 flights

With three more planes taken out of operations, the number of aircraft on ground due to non-payment of lease rentals by Jet Airways now stand at six in the last two days. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Woy9fv https://ift.tt/2zbki14

We guarantee minimum income for poor, Modi wants maximum pay for rich: Rahul

Congress president Rahul Gandhi continued with his attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday and said the NDA government is only catering to the rich without paying any heed to the needs of the poor. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RoIHHy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

PM Modi may counter Rahul Gandhi's income scheme with Universal Basic Income in...

The 2016-17 Economic Survey had clearly indicated a proposed income support for the bottom 75 per cent. The question is how the government will balance its financial equilibrium given that food subsidy is close to Rs 170000 crore while MNREGA is an additional Rs 55000 crore. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WuwFjU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Every 5th person in Bengal has no access to food': Amit Shah targets Mamata Ba...

Amit Shah said the upcoming election is not about electing Narendra Modi as the prime minister again but for making West Bengal into Sonar Bangla again. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RoOn4m https://ift.tt/2zbki14

After Bihar Congress poster shows Rahul as Ram, BJP hurls fresh Ayodhya question

Reacting to a Bihar Congress poster showing Rahul Gandhi as Lord Ram, the BJP asked the party about its stand on transferring non-disputed land in Ayodhya to the Ram temple trust. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Woy1N3 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs New Zealand: India's predicted XI for 4th ODI - Debut for Shubman Gill,...

Here’s a look at the predicted XI for the Indian team for the fourth ODI in Hamilton. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RqLQXi https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Five dead as gunmen storm police station in Pakistan during police entrance exam

Initial reports said a group of four gunmen detonated a grenade at the entrance of the deputy police inspector’s office in Loralai district in Balochistan. They then opened fire on police and candidates taking an exam to join the force, killing four police and one of the candidates. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2CRGrTY https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US drops out of top 20 performers in global corruption index: Report

Overall, more than two-thirds of countries scored below 50 on the 2018 index, and the average was 43, said TI, which has more than 100 chapters worldwide. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2FVStQf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

China tells US to stop 'unreasonable crackdown' on Huawei

Beijing will “firmly defend” its companies, a foreign ministry statement said. It gave no indication whether Beijing might retaliate for the charges against Huawei Technologies Ltd. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2G5O9Ny https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Is this promise also fake': Mayawati on Rahul's income guarantee plank

Mayawati took a jibe at Rahul Gandhi after he promised a minimum income guarantee scheme for the poor. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WsfzTB https://ift.tt/2zbki14

At cabinet meet in Kumb, Adityanath unveils plans for 600-km expressway

For the first time ever, the Uttar Pradesh cabinet met outside Lucknow. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RnP8uz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Cop showers money on school girls at R-Day event in Nagpur, gets suspended

A police head constable was suspended for showering money on the girl students performing at a Republic Day function in a school here. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Wspf0g https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Nagaland Cabinet rejects citizenship bill

The Nagaland Cabinet has rejected the citizenship bill, following pressure from various tribal organisations and students bodies. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2WqQmsy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Iran says will continue working on missiles, but not increase range

Iran has no intention to increase the range of its missiles, but will continue working on its satellite technology to improve accuracy, the secretary of Iran’s national security council said on Tuesday. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2RoWYnB https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Brexit summary: Hard, soft and BRINO, a look at the Brexit glossary

Here is a look at some of the terms - both real and invented - politicos are using to describe a split that could very well run past its March 29 deadline. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2Wpm0Xr https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pilot had 'emotional breakdown' before crash that killed 51, says Nepal probe p...

US-Bangla Airlines plane skidded off the runway on to surrounding grass, quickly catching fire. Both pilots were among those killed in the March12 plane crash last year. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2RoX1jh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Brexit deal explained: What is the Irish backstop?

How to keep the Irish border free-flowing has proved to be the toughest issue to resolve in negotiating Britain’s exit from the European Union. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2WoA6sa https://ift.tt/2zbki14

SBI set to own 15 percent of Jet Airways after debt for equity swap: Report

State Bank of India, a lender to Jet Airways, is likely to own 15 percent of the cash-strapped carrier after the airline gets consent for a debt to equity swap, TV channels reported on Tuesday citing agencies. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2TiIUOo https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Akhilesh Yadav, Mayawati and the shawl: Uttar Pradesh BJP chief's jibe at SP-BSP...

A BJP leader in Uttar Pradesh quoted a social media post to take a dig at the recently-formalised poll alliance between Mayawati’s BSP and Akhilesh Yadav’s SP, weeks after his party colleague landed in controversy over a crude remark about the BSP chief. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2B80QUK https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Jobless George Fernandes slept on footpaths in his 'karmabhoomi' Mumbai

Like lakhs of hopefuls, George Fernandes had come to Bombay (now, Mumbai) aged barely 19 looking for a job and spent many a nights on the mean streets, fighting roaches and rodents, but never complaining, old-timers reminisced. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2TldyXl https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Ten political parties in Northeast combine to oppose Citizenship Bill

from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2B8Ft5M https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sea of white: 'Hundreds of thousands' of fish dead in Australia

Locals around the Darling River were confronted with a sea of white, as dead fish carpeted the waters near the southeastern Outback town of Menindee. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Gd6lFh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'PUBG wala hain kya': When Modi tackled a question on online games at Pariksha pe...

PM Modi said technology is a boon and a curse as well and everything depends on how the child is using it. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2TfI8BE https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Suman Kumari becomes Pakistan's first Hindu woman judge: Report

According to Pawan Kumar Bodan, her father, Suman Kumari wants to provide free legal assistance to the poor in Qambar-Shahdadkot. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2G6JFpT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Clean chit for Kerala cop attacked by CM Vijayan after raid at CPM office

Deputy Commissioner of Police Chaitra Teresa John last week searched the CPM district office in Thiruvananthpuram. CM Pinarayi Vijayan summoned John and she was removed from the post of DCP. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MDJWlx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Day after Rafale 'secrets' jibe, Rahul Gandhi meets Manohar Parrikar in Goa

Congress president Rahul Gandhi met Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar at his office on Tuesday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2sSM0gA https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Delhi University student found hanging in Noida PG had tiff with friend: Cops

The incident came to light around 11pm Sunday. The woman was identified as Swati Sahni, a native of Kankhal, Haridwar. She lived with a roommate who was away at the time of the incident. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MEeOlN https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Brexit deal explained: After UK PM's 'plan B', what happens next in parliament?

Today’s debate and vote on Brexit in the British parliament will be a chance to discover what sort of changes to Theresa May’s strategy may be required to win the support of parliament. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2HC2VxP https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Some EU states are weighing conditions for Brexit extension, sources say

Among the conditions being considered for Brexit is that any talks after the extension shouldn’t involve reopening the withdrawal agreement or the controversial backstop to avoid a border returning in Ireland, one of the EU officials said. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2SccnMv https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Suman Kumari becomes Pakistan's first Hindu woman judge: Report

According to Pawan Kumar Bodan, her father, Suman Kumari wants to provide free legal assistance to the poor in Qambar-Shahdadkot. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2G6JFpT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Here's the Uber investor letter that forced Travis Kalanick out

On June 20, 2017, two venture capitalists arrived at the Ritz-Carlton hotel in Chicago to hand-deliver a letter to Travis Kalanick. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2FUH831 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

40 years ago, Iran's exiled Khomeini returns a hero

Forty years ago Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, the Shiite spiritual cleric who led Iran’s unfolding Islamic revolution, was welcomed back to Tehran by a jubilant throng after more than 14 years in exile. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2G9vsIP https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US citizen leaks data of 14200 HIV-positive people in Singapore

An HIV-positive American who had been deported from Singapore after serving a jail term has leaked online the personal data of 14,200 Singaporeans and foreigners diagnosed in the city-state with the virus. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2FWa6zt https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sea of white: 'Hundreds of thousands' of fish dead in Australia

Locals around the Darling River were confronted with a sea of white, as dead fish carpeted the waters near the southeastern Outback town of Menindee. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2Gd6lFh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pariksha Pe Charcha 2.0 live updates| PM Modi talks PUBG, play stations and play...

PM Modi Pariksha Pe Charcha 2.0 Session LIVE : 2,000 students is interacting with PM Modi ahead of board exams. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RZ6W4f https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Centre seeks SC's nod to transfer excess Ayodhya land to Ram temple trust

The land that the government wants to allot to the Ram Janambhoomi Nyas is part o the 67 acres that the Centre had acquired in 1993. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2CTnj87 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Superbug' first identified in Delhi surfaces in Arctic region

It is yet to be determined how the NDM-1 gene was found in the Arctic, but scientists said that such spreading is not unusual and can happen even due to migratory birds in cases of areas where human population is low. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RTLa1P https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Cyrus Broacha's relationship advice: Always be patient, let the connection grow...

TV anchor, theatre personality, comedian, political satirist, columnist and author, Cyrus Broacha is here to help you: Does she hold her gaze? Does he initiate chats? Read the clues. Play the game according to the rules. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/2DFwF97 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Former defence minister George Fernandes dies at 88

Former defence minister George Fernandes dies at 88. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Updx4N https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Apple bug allows FaceTime caller to hear others before they even pick up; company...

Apple Inc said on Monday it will issue a software patch later this week for a bug that lets iPhone users hear audio from users who have not yet accepted a video call. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2UmmNqn https://ift.tt/2zbki14

BHU professor beaten up for his indecent comment on social media

Manoj Verma was later taken to the Trauma Centre where he was given treatment and discharged. After that he filed a complaint against the BHU professor. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2DEJyjI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Navjot Singh Sidhu, Naseeruddin Shah and Aamir Khan are 'traitors', says Indresh...

Speaking to media after an event here on Monday, the RSS leader opined that India doesn’t need Muslim youth like Ajmal Kasab (lone terrorist caught alive after 26/11 attack), but rather like former president APJ Abdul Kalam.  from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Uo1PYk https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Xiaomi's rout throws a spotlight on Hong Kong's expiring lockups

Xiaomi Corp. saw a wave of selling after its lockup period -- when key investors are banned from selling stock -- ended three weeks ago. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2DDqwdu https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Apple bug allows FaceTime caller to hear others before they even pick up; company...

Apple Inc said on Monday it will issue a software patch later this week for a bug that lets iPhone users hear audio from users who have not yet accepted a video call. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2UmmNqn https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US ramps up Huawei fight with Iran, trade-secret charges

US prosecutors said that Huawei concealed its relationship with Skycom Tech Co., a Hong Kong-registered company with operations in Iran, in violation of US laws. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2DDVrX5 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Theresa May faces losing control over Brexit despite gamble on backstop

Theresa May faces losing control of Brexit to Parliament on Tuesday in a series of crucial votes that will shape Britain’s split from the European Union. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2UtekBX https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Donald Trump to deliver State of the Union Address on Feb 5

US President Donald Trump will deliver the State of the Union Address on February 5, as per the agreement reached between the White House and Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the US House of Representatives. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2B7KImq https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Four police shot in Houston, 2 suspects dead

Four Houston police officers were shot on Monday as they attempted to serve a warrant in a narcotics investigation and two suspects were shot dead, the city’s police chief said. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2DDqkeg https://ift.tt/2zbki14

J Jayalalithaa had mood swings during hospitalisation: Doctor to panel

Former Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa during her hospitalisation in 2016 had mood fluctuations and wanted to be left alone on several occasions, a doctor who treated her has told an Inquiry commission probing the circumstances leading to the AIADMK leader’s death. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Ro6Fmf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs New Zealand: Sourav Ganguly predicts outcome of the World Cup, gives his...

The former Indian captain also believes that the Indian batting order can chase down any total as they know how to respond to pressure and such is the experience in the ranks that they are perhaps the best ODI side in the world. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WtFOJ8 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Delhi man who 'wanted daughter' kidnaps two girls in 2 months, returns them within...

The man only has two sons, aged 12 and 14 years. He was apprehended after police managed to get a CCTV footage of his motorcycle following the second kidnap and return of the girl on Saturday morning. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RmMTrs https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India turns to central bank for help before elections

Revenue from a goods and services tax, or GST, has for the most part fallen short of the 1-trillion rupee ($14 billion) monthly target, while income from asset sales have lagged estimates. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2TrhPs8 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Donald Trump to deliver State of the Union Address on Feb 5

US President Donald Trump will deliver the State of the Union Address on February 5, as per the agreement reached between the White House and Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the US House of Representatives. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2B7KImq https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Opinion | Our education system needs to be rewritten

Public universities and colleges across all three states, where new governments have taken over, need immediate attention on several fronts, starting with faculty appointments and revamping of admission procedures and pedagogic routines. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2TfrqCA https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India needs to fight the syndemic on a war footing

Increased temperature and freak weather events will also reduce nutritional value of crops and reduce agricultural productivity. An Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) study said one-fifth of Indian districts are already susceptible to climate change impacts. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2B8kAro https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Bhupen Hazarika's work inspired Assam's sub-nationalism

Civilian honours have long been a political project of the government in power. Of the three awardees, Bhupen Hazarika’s may seem the least political in terms of the contemporary contours of electoral politics, but examine his work as a lyricist, singer, composer, writer and you find that many of his songs were highly political. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Tfrqm4 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Government races against time to push triple talaq, citizenship bills

No Opposition-sponsored debate kept in list of business as NDA seeks to capitalise on final budget session. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2B8KTO5 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Suspected of witchcraft, woman, her 4 kids killed in Odisha; 6 accused arrested

On January 25 night, Budhram Munda and the five other accused allegedly murdered a tribal woman, Mangri Munda, and her two sons and two daughters and dumped their bodies in a well. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2TlAG80 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Cuba's strongest tornado in nearly 80 years kills at least four

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Starbucks 'dragged into' presidential race as Howard Schultz considers run

With critics on both sides, Starbucks faces a challenge if its longtime leader Howard Schultz gets into the 2020 race. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2FV71Q7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Iran to build gas pipeline, rail link to boost Chabahar port infrastructure: Of...

India has opened a line of credit for the railway link, about 100km of which will be done by March. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2FV4KEu https://ift.tt/2zbki14

PM Modi to hold 'Pariksha Pe Charcha 2.0' to help students with exam-related st...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Tuesday hold his second “Pariksha Pe Charcha” in which he will interact with 2,000 students from high school to college, along with their parents and teachers. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RYjg53 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Amit Shah in Odisha today to take stock before elections

Booth-level committee members from 6,350 booths in the four Lok Sabha constituencies of Cuttack, Kendrapara, Jagatsinghpur and Jajpur would brief Amit Shah about the voter outreach they have done in last one and half years. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2CSB6fh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Rahul Gandhi's big poll promise: Minimum income for all if Congress comes to po...

Congress president Rahul Gandhi has said that his party would guarantee minimum income for all the poor of the country if it formed the government at the Centre after the 2019 elections. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RTS2MQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Jail term for China human rights lawyer Wang Quanzhang

Wang Quanzhang was jailed by a court in Tianjin, a city near Beijing, four years after he was picked up in a crackdown against lawyers and human rights activists. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2ScdvQi https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indian-American Senator Kamala Harris officially launches White House bid from California...

Harris had announced her White House 2020 run past week on Martin Luther King Day, but on Sunday, she kicked it off ceremonially in Oakland, California, where she was born and spent her early years and where she returned as a lawyer to start her career in law enforcement as a district attorney. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2DDQTAd https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indian-American Senator Kamala Harris officially launches White House bid from California...

Harris had announced her White House 2020 run past week on Martin Luther King Day, but on Sunday, she kicked it off ceremonially in Oakland, California, where she was born and spent her early years and where she returned as a lawyer to start her career in law enforcement as a district attorney. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2DDQTAd https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pope Francis says priest celibacy 'gift to the Church', not 'optional'

Celibacy was imposed in the 11th century, possibly partly to prevent descendants of priests inheriting church property. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2UlYHMv https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Brexit: New London-Brussels tension as May says deal must change, EU says no

Prime Minister Theresa May’s Brexit Plan B is due to be voted in the House of Commons on Tuesday. A raft of amendments to the Plan B statement made by May last week will also be taken up on Tuesday, seeking to alter aspects of the Brexit process. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2DDtKOa https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Teaching talent: UK universities recruit more Indian academics, number reaches 5600...

The 5,600 academics include 450 professors, 105 categorised as ‘other senior academic’, and 5045 employed at ‘other contract level’. Indian academics are among faculty staff in almost every British university, conducting research and teaching a range of subjects. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2UlYCbF https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Ex-Starbucks CEO considers US presidential run, aims to oust Donald Trump in 20...

Schultz grew up in a working class neighbourhood in New York City, but made his fortune when he moved to the northwestern state of Washington in the 1980s and built Starbucks into a global coffee shop behemoth. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2DEtiz6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Yogi Adityanath's cabinet meet at Kumbh, then a holy dip and a Uri movie show

State government spokesperson and cabinet minister Sidharth Nath Singh said the Hindi film, ‘Uri-The Surgical Strike’, would be screened for the cabinet in a mobile theatre after the ministers attend the meeting and bathe in the Sangam. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Wqfj7x https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Samsung Galaxy M10, Galaxy M20 budget phones launched in India: Price, specifications,...

Samsung Galaxy M-series has debuted with Galaxy M10 and Galaxy M20 budget phones. Check out full specifications, features and price details. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Rodmom https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sun, seafood and selfies for Rahul Gandhi during Goa holiday with mother Sonia

Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi visited Fisherman’s Wharf restaurant in South Goa on Sunday from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Wj2BYa https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Flag burning in London: India lodges strong protest; disappointed, says UK

The Indian mission sent a ‘note verbale’ to the Foreign Office and is set to raise the issue at various levels in the near future. The incident occurred after India had informed British security officials of the possibility of it happening on January 26. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2DDzE1L https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Congress will give minimum income guarantee if voted to power: Rahul Gandhi

Congress president Rahul Gandhi has said that his party would guarantee minimum income for all the poor of the country if it formed the government at the Centre after the 2019 elections. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Mzfxoi https://ift.tt/2zbki14

On camera, Congress's Siddaramaiah yells at woman, snatches her mike

The BJP targeted the Congress-JD(S) government in the state and said “Dushasana has been finally reborn and resumed power in Karnataka.” from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2sON4SB https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Govt can't present 'full budget', it will be unconstitutional, says former finance...

Yashwant Sinha’s comments come amid reports that the BJP-led government may present a full Budget and not an interim one. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MG3YMo https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs New Zealand 2019: Virat Kohli praises youngster, says 'wasn't even 10 percent...

India vs New Zealand: In the post match presentation Kohli praised his team and the talent coming into the Indian team in a crucial year like 2019 when the team will play the ICC World Cup and also said that he looks to enjoy his break. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2sTcMFv https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Congress aiming for 'defenestration' of PM Modi, BJP: Shashi Tharoor

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said will pull out all the stops before the general elections to throw the BJP out of power. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MDKHej https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Flag burning in London: India lodges strong protest; disappointed, says UK

The Indian mission sent a ‘note verbale’ to the Foreign Office and is set to raise the issue at various levels in the near future. The incident occurred after India had informed British security officials of the possibility of it happening on January 26. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2DDzE1L https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'We are the big brother,' says Shiv Sena on alliance with BJP

The Shiv Sena which is yet to begin seat sharing talks with its ally BJP, flexed it muscle again today. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2SifBhP https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Microsoft Surface Pro 6, Surface Laptop 2 launched in India, prices start at Rs...

Microsoft Surface Pro 6 and Surface Laptop 2 premium PCs are now available in India. Check out full specifications, features and price details of the new Microsoft devices. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2HD7tUI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs New Zealand 2019: Virat Kohli's epic run in ODIs comes to an end

India vs New Zealand: Virat Kohli’s scores in the last three matches have been 46, 45, 43, all of which were won by India. His last century came in the crucial second ODI against Australia in Adelaide, when his 104 laid the foundations of a successful chase. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2SifzXf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

After 'Hindu girl' comment, Union minister Anant Kumar Hegde attacks Congress leader...

The president of Congress’ Karnataka unit Dinesh Gundu Rao condemned Union minister Anant Kumar Hegde’s statement later on Sunday, saying nothing better could be expected from the minister and that he was openly calling for vigilantism. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2HyG2eY https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India-born billionaire on trial for bribing doctors with cash, strip clubs

John Kapoor, 75, is accused of masterminding illegal marketing tactics that contributed to an epidemic of addiction and death. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2RpvdeU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Victim of religious bigotry': Tulsi Gabbard, 1st Hindu-American to run for US ...

Gabbard, the first Hindu elected to the US Congress, wrote an op-ed for the Religious News Services on Sunday, describing the campaign against her, supporters and donors as “profiling and targeting of Hindu Americans and ascribing to them motives without any basis”. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2sQMNhW https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US professor removed after she urges students not to speak in Chinese

Megan Neely, an assistant professor at the Duke University in North Carolina, told students that not speaking English could lead to “unintended consequences” for international students, the BBC reported. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2MA1UFr https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs New Zealand 3rd ODI in Mount Maunganui Highlights: India win by seven wickets,...

India vs New Zealand: Catch all the highlights from the third ODI between India and New Zealand from the Bay Oval. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RpvsXm https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Congress's OROP is Only Rahul Only Priyanka': Amit Shah in Una

The BJP’s president Amit Shah coined a new definition for the abbreviation OROP to launch an attack on the Congress’ Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra in Himachal Pradesh’s Una on Monday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WoJTOZ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'First hosh, then josh': Congress targets Manohar Parrikar's Uri remark

On Sunday, Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar had begun his speech with a line from the recently released film “Uri: The Surgical Strike”, asking the gathering “how’s the josh?” from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RpvluU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Bharat Ratna for Ambedkar was by compulsion, not from heart: Owaisi

Asaduddin Owaisi took a dig at the Congress and the ruling BJP and claimed the two parties had got elected on the votes of the “deprived” classes but had only meted out injustice to them. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WoJOe9 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India-born billionaire on trial for bribing doctors with cash, strip clubs

John Kapoor, 75, is accused of masterminding illegal marketing tactics that contributed to an epidemic of addiction and death. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RpvdeU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Congress MLAs crossing the line': HD Kumaraswamy offers to quit as Karnataka CM

The seven-month-old Kumaraswamy government has faced multiple challenges since it came to power last May. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WpoDIU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Realme C1 2019 with upgraded specifications launched, price starts at Rs 7,499:...

Realme C1 has been upgraded with more RAM and storage capacity. Check out full specifications, features of the latest Realme smartphone. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Rpv6ju https://ift.tt/2zbki14

As polls near, dons and gangsters race for tickets in Uttar Pradesh

Most of Uttar Pradesh’s gangsters want a finger in the electoral pie and are actively campaigning for tickets to contest the general elections. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RlKm0p https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Here's how gender inequality finds voice on social media

Previous studies have shown that children’s books are dominated by male central characters; in textbooks, females are given fewer lines of text; and in films, on average, twice as many male characters as female ones are in front of the camera. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/2WkCJeJ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

17 students injured after school bus accident in Andhra Pradesh's Guntur

At least 15 students were injured, two seriously, in Andhra Pradesh’s Guntur district on Monday after their school bus turned turtle, news agency ANI reported. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2sNObBR https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Planted': Bulandshahr accused Prashant Natt's wife on recovery of slain cop Subodh...

The Uttar Pradesh Police on Saturday claimed to have recovered six mobile phones, including Inspector Subodh Kumar Singh’s, from main accused Prashant Natt’s home in Chingrawathi village. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2B7d93P https://ift.tt/2zbki14

10,000 'red scarf' protesters march against 'yellow vest' violence in France

Many protesters joining the rally said they were not against “yellow vest” demands for greater help for France’s poor, but were sick of the clashes and destruction that have marked protests for 11 consecutive Saturdays since mid-November. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2G93M6K https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Uttar Pradesh inherited corruption from previous governments': CM Yogi Adityan...

“The entire machinery was affected. People got into the habit of not working. No plan could be completed in time and only revised estimates used to come.” from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2UjM7gD https://ift.tt/2zbki14

It's official: PM Modi, Nitish Kumar to share dais in Patna on March 3

“It will be the mother of all rallies. We expect that the organisational strength of the three parties will be able to mobilise record public participation, which, we believe, will be facilitated by a favourable disposition towards the development work done by respective governments.” from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2DEgY23 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Constable, 'history-sheeter' killed in Amroha encounter

The history-sheeter killed in the encounter was identified as Shiv Avtar alias Shivia and there over two dozen cases against him, the Amroha superintendent of police office said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2UjLxzt https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US-Bangla plane crash that killed 51 caused by pilot smoking in cockpit: Report

As many as 51 people lost their lives when the US-Bangla plane crashed immediately after landing on Nepal’s Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA). The reports were published later after the investigation commission submitted it to the Nepali Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2UnomEA https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US-Bangla plane crash that killed 51 caused by pilot smoking in cockpit: Report

As many as 51 people lost their lives when the US-Bangla plane crashed immediately after landing on Nepal’s Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA). The reports were published later after the investigation commission submitted it to the Nepali Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2UnomEA https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Domino effect of EWS quotas

Any big departure in reservation policy should at least begin with a detailed assessment of facts. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2DCMNZ7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India and Pakistan prefer different kinds of war

India wants to fight Pakistan conventionally and Pakistan wants to jump from sub-conventional to nuclear rung directly. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Uno94g https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Rahul Gandhi to attend thanksgiving rally for farmers in Chhattisgarh today

Congress president Rahul Gandhi is slated to reach Chhattisgarh capital Raipur today for a farmers’ gathering. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2DBZqUn https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Brexit's revolutionary guard may have to blink

Hardliners like Rees-Mogg will finally have to reveal not what they want, but what they can live with. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2UfLMLU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Extradition matter still in Antiguan court, I have full faith, says Mehul Choksi

Mehul Choksi and his nephew, diamantaire Nirav Modi, have been accused of defrauding state-owned Punjab National Bank of Rs 13,500 crore in issuance of letters of undertaking and foreign letters of credit. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2DAWc3a https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Parties to fight it out in high-stakes Jind bypoll in Haryana today

The Jind bypoll is being held just months ahead of the Lok Sabha and assembly elections in Haryana which makes it even more important. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2UnNBGW https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'How's the josh?': Goa CM Parrikar's first words to BJP workers at bridge funct...

The chief minister was speaking at the inaugural of a Rs 850-crore signature bridge in the capital city of Panaji that was inaugurated by Union road transport and highways minister Nitin Gadkari from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2DC7xAe https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Trump businesses used undocumented workers as he raged against them

The New York Times had first reported about Trump businesses employing undocumented workers for years, who, in fact also received generous tips from Trump and were rewarded from time to time for good work. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2B99zGf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Honoured a patriotic scientist falsely implicated: PM Modi on Nambi Narayanan's...

Narayanan, the accused in the sensational ISRO spying case but later cleared of all charges by the Supreme Court, had expressed happiness over the Modi government’s decision to confer him the Padma Bhushan, describing it as “an acknowledgement of my innocence”. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Um5YMe https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India to lodge 'strong' protest after flag burnt in London

India’s protest is likely to take the form of a ‘note verbale’, besides the issue being raised at various levels, sources said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Wvki78 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Leaders who sell dreams but don't deliver get thrashed by people,' says Union minister...

Gadkari, a former BJP president, also spoke about his stint as Maharashtra’s PWD minister when the Shiv Sena-BJP government was in power (1995-99) in the state. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RkdPbo https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Centre should take initiative for building Ram Mandir: Yoga Guru Ramdev

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Hand that touches Hindu woman should not exist, says Union minister Ananth Kumar...

Addressing a function, organised by the Hindu Jagrana Vedike,in Karnataka’s Kodaugu district, Hegde also claimed that history had been distorted to claim that the Taj Mahal was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, and instead it was a Shiva temple called Tejo Mahalaya. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2sNGvzo https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Virat Kohli & Co are ready for ICC World Cup 2019 - Zaheer Khan

Zaheer Khan, the 2011 World Cup winning star, declared India are ready to mount a challenge in the 2019 edition to be played in United Kingdom from May 30. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Mz6yn6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indian-Americans foil Sikh separatists' stir outside Indian embassy in US

Ambassador Harsh Shringla unfurled the Tricolour near the statue of Mahatma Gandhi outside the embassy, surrounded by a large turnout of Indian-Americans and expatriates. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2CMCfVt https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Was thinking of my brother': Naveen Patnaik's sister Gita Mehta on declining Padma...

Speaking to Hindustan Times, Mehta said she learned of her nomination only through the media and that her brother Odisha CM was on her mind when she declined it. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2sPoRM0 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Digital journalism in jeopardy as BuzzFeed, HuffPost layoff over 200 journalists

At BuzzFeed, it was the second wave of job cuts in 14 months. In an internal announcement the company said that 200 jobs were to be shed, which follows the 100 jobs cut in the first round, out of a staff of 1,700 people. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2CLTq9Q https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India plans to acquire 15 combat drones that can crash into high-value enemy military...

The Air Force already has an inventory of these drones which are equipped with electro-optical sensors to loiter over high-value military targets such as surveillance bases and radar stations before exploding them. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MzAeAy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs New Zealand: Virat Kohli eyes historic first ahead of 3rd ODI

No India skipper has scored a ODI century in New Zealand till date and Virat Kohli can break the jinx with three matches remaining in the series. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2sOCN8T https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Insulted': IAS officers not allowed to attend Republic Day event in Mizoram

The powerful NGOs in Mizoram, including the Young Mizo Association, had announced a boycott of the Republic Day celebrations in protest against the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MACQhE https://ift.tt/2zbki14

In Kerala, PM Modi fires Sabarimala, triple talaq salvo at Left govt, UDF

This is not the first time that the PM has attacked the Left government in the state on the Sabarimala issue. Speaking at Kollam on January 15, PM Modi said the state government’s conduct on the Sabarimala issue will go down in history as “one of the most shameful”. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2sPVVDj https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Save farmers first: Akhilesh on Yogi's 'will resolve Ram Temple issue in 24 hours'...

On Saturday, in an interview to India TV, the Uttar Pradesh chief minister said that the people’s “patience” on the Ram Temple issue is running out. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MxSx9p https://ift.tt/2zbki14

They are coming together to remove chowkidaar, PM Modi's jibe at Opposition

PM Narendra Modi also hit out at those who were opposing the 10 per cent reservation bill that was passed by Parliament on the last day of the Winter session. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2S5vAQ9 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Hope turns to anguish after Brazil dam collapse; 40 dead, hundreds missing

Brazilian rescue workers halted searches for the night on Saturday for hundreds of people missing and feared dead under a sea of mud after a tailings dam burst at an iron ore mine owned by Vale SA, killing at least 40 people. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RkWZsZ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Novak Djokovic swats away Rafael Nadal for seventh Australian Open title

An imperious Novak Djokovic won a record magnificent seventh Australian Open title by routing Rafael Nadal 6-3, 6-2, 6-3 Sunday with a display of flawless tennis. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2S5jKFC https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indonesia Masters: Saina Nehwal wins title after Carolina Marin withdraws due to...

Saina was awarded the title after final opponent Carolina Marin had to withdraw due to an injury that she sustained during the first game. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Hzh0w7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pakistan closes its Consulate in Afghanistan's Mazar-e-Sharif after woman tries...

Pakistan Consulate in Mazar-e-Sharif will remain closed for visa services till the provision of fool-proof security by the authorities in Mazar-e-Sharif to prevent any untoward incident in the Consulate General, according to FO. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2B6zKxr https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Fears that second dam could breach in Brazil prompt evacuations

Authorities were evacuating several neighborhoods in the southeastern city of Brumadinho that were within range of the B6 dam owned by the Brazilian mining company Vale. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2ROPTBQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Digital journalism in jeopardy as BuzzFeed, HuffPost layoff over 200 journalists

At BuzzFeed, it was the second wave of job cuts in 14 months. In an internal announcement the company said that 200 jobs were to be shed, which follows the 100 jobs cut in the first round, out of a staff of 1,700 people. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2CLTq9Q https://ift.tt/2zbki14

White House hopeful Kamala Harris says she can unify country

The first-term California senator, who announced her candidacy on Monday, planned a speech at a rally in Oakland, her hometown, later Sunday, as she outlines her campaign and introduces herself to the nation. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2RT2kwr https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Street artist Banksy's painting, dedicated to Bataclan terror victims, stolen in...

The white stencilled oeuvre showing a sad-faced girl on one of the emergency doors of the famed Parisian venue was cut out and taken away. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2CJXmYC https://ift.tt/2zbki14

20 dead as bombs target Sunday Mass in Philippine cathedral

Troops in armored carriers sealed off the main road leading to the church while vehicles transported the dead and wounded to the town hospital. Some casualties were evacuated by air to nearby Zamboanga city. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2RU58cW https://ift.tt/2zbki14

UK government may scrap MPs' holiday to pass Brexit laws

Prime Minister Theresa May’s government is looking at making the House of Commons sit on more Fridays -- which it does not normally do -- and extend debating time well into the evening on some days. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2CMDSmk https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Shunted CBI cop in Chanda Kochhar case suspected of leaking info: Officials

The FIR in the case was filed against former ICICI CEO Chanda Kochhar, her husband Deepak and Videocon group MD Venugopal Dhoot on January 22. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2sXjk69 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Congress chief Rahul Gandhi has all qualities to make a good prime minister, says...

However, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, when asked if Rahul Gandhi was the obvious choice to lead a pan-India alliance, said India is a democracy, in which people choose their representatives and they in turn choose the leader who becomes the prime minister. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MB97oW https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Floods in north Australia as Daintree river breaks 118-year-old record

The Bureau of Meteorology said Queensland’s Daintree River rose to 12.60 metres -- a level not seen in over a century -- and local authorities warned that some residents in remote areas could be cut off for days. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2RhehXJ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Xi orders media to preach about party at People's Daily 'central kitchen' news ...

Xi specifically talked about rapidly developing digital media and social media platforms – and using artificial intelligence -- to transmit CPC’s thoughts and policies across the country where online population touched the 800 million-mark last year. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2WlxE5A https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indonesia Masters: Saina Nehwal wins title after Marin retires injured in final

Indonesia Masters Final Live: Catch all the action of the Indonesia Masters final between Saina Nehwal and Carolina Marin through our live blog. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2sOEzHd https://ift.tt/2zbki14

My book is more than a story of gay romance, says Andre Aciman at JLF 2019

Set in the Italy of the 1980s, Call Me by Your Name explores the romantic relationship between a 17-year-old American-Italian Jewish boy named Elio and a 24-year-old American Jewish scholar named Oliver who visits his house for the summer. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/2MEJgMQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

First Hindu lawmaker in US Congress Tulsi Gabbard to officially launch 2020 White...

Tulsi Gabbard, the first Hindu lawmaker in the US Congress, said she will officially launch her 2020 White House campaign on February 2. Gabbard had announced her intention to run in a TV interview earlier in January. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2TflQ2R https://ift.tt/2zbki14

British newspaper pays damages to Melania Trump over false article

Britain’s Telegraph newspaper has apologised and paid damages to United States First Lady Melania Trump after publishing an article it says contains many false statements. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2B8wp0C https://ift.tt/2zbki14

UK's Prince Philip apologises to woman injured in car crash: report

Britain’s Prince Philip has said he is “deeply sorry” about the injury suffered by a woman in a car crash he was involved in over a week ago. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2TjhBn2 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Arun Jaitley perturbed about CBI raid on Videocon, says Salman Khurshid

Arun Jaitley had raised doubts over the CBI’s raids at Videocon headquarters in connection with a loan case involving former ICICI bank chief Chanda Kochhar and her husband Deepak Kochar. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2FQ7HpT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Police find killed Bulandshahr cop Subodh Singh's phone at accused Prashant Natt's...

The mobile phone of police inspector Subodh Kumar who was killed during Bulandshahr violence has been recovered from the house of accused Prashant Natt, UP police said on Sunday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2G0SVvO https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Samsung Galaxy M10, M20, M30 set to launch in India: Price, specifications, fea...

Samsung Galaxy M series will debut in India tomorrow with three new phones, Galaxy M10, Galaxy M20, and Galaxy M30. Here’s everything you need to know about the new phones. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2FRPxnx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed handed four-match ban by ICC for racial comments

Sarfraz aimed a comment at South Africa all-rounder Andile Phehlukwayo which resulted in him being charged with the anti-racisim code. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2G0S6De https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Celebrity doctor tells us the world's best-kept weight loss secrets

A nutrition expert to Bollywood’s biggest stars confesses his love for bhindi, and throws in a few valuable pieces of advice. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2FNveaU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

CBI officer who signed FIR against Chanda Kochhar in ICICI-Videocon case transf...

The CBI officer-in-charge who lodged FIR in the alleged irregularities pertaining to the sanctioning of loans by the ICICI bank, has been transferred out. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2FQJQqf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

12 immigrant workers at Donald Trump's New York golf club fired, says lawyer

A dozen immigrant workers at one of United States President Donald Trump’s golf clubs in New York who are in the country illegally were fired this month even though managers had known about their legal status for years, a lawyer for the workers has said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2AZZ1t5 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Shivpal Yadav to contest 2019 Lok Sabha election from Uttar Pradesh's Firozabad

“I only wanted respect, but I was separated (from the party) as part of a conspiracy. How can we trust a person (Akhilesh Yadav) who has deceived his father and uncle? I had to form the Pragatisheel Samajwadi Party-Lohia out of compulsion,” said Pragatisheel Samajwadi Party-Lohia chief Shivpal Yadav. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2B5mlW9 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

12 immigrant workers at Donald Trump's New York golf club fired, says lawyer

A dozen immigrant workers at one of United States President Donald Trump’s golf clubs in New York who are in the country illegally were fired this month even though managers had known about their legal status for years, a lawyer for the workers has said. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2AZZ1t5 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Delhi: Cold wave to return for three days, rain expected next week

The night temperatures in most parts of north-west India will likely fall by about 2 degrees Celsius, according to predictions. In Delhi, the minimum temperature is projected to be 5 degrees Celsius. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Uht8mX https://ift.tt/2zbki14

In Donald Trump ally Stone's case, Mueller finds crime in cover-up

Donald Trump confidant Roger Stone may be accused of lying and tampering with witnesses, but it’s equally notable what he’s not charged with: colluding with the Kremlin in a grand conspiracy to help Trump win the presidency in 2016. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2WkWaDU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

At least 34 dead, hundreds still missing after dam burst at iron ore mine in Br...

Brazilian rescue workers halted searches for the night on Saturday for hundreds of people missing and feared dead under a sea of mud after a tailings dam burst at an iron ore mine owned by Vale SA, killing at least 34 people. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2RkWZsZ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

19 killed in twin explosions during Sunday Mass in Philippines church

Two bombs exploded in a Roman Catholic cathedral on a southern Philippine island where Muslim militants are active, killing at least 19 people during a Sunday Mass, officials said. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2WiAxEx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Twitter battle between Rahul Gandhi and Himanta Biswa Sarma over Citizenship Bil

There have been protests across the Northeast against the Citizenship Bill that seeks to confer citizenship on non-Muslim religious groups from Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Pakistan. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2UiNo7B https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Congress banking on chocolaty faces for Lok Sabha polls': BJP leader Kailash Vijayvargiya...

Taking a swipe at the Congress over Priyanka Gandhi Vadra’s entry in politics, senior BJP leader Kailash Vijayvargiya on Saturday said it was fielding “chocolaty” faces in Lok Sabha polls as it has a dearth of strong leaders. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2DBTF8Q https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Class 12 student records 'apology', jumps off Vaishali high-rise building

Before leaving his house in Vaishali, where he lived with his parents, the 18-year-old had created a social media group, had named it ‘Sorry’ and had left a voice message on it. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Uj9JSM https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Seated in fourth row in 2018, Rahul Gandhi gets front seat this Republic Day

Rahul Gandhi, who had taken over as the new Congress chief last year from his mother Sonia Gandhi, was designated the fourth row seat during the 2018 Republic Day celebrations. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2DBTEli https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Train 18 fares likely to be 40-50% higher than Shatabdi Express: Report

Officials said they have approached Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) seeking time for the launch by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which is likely after the presentation of the budget. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2UhpAkD https://ift.tt/2zbki14

A year of choices with a 'Bandersnatch' finish

The choices India makes on the fiscal, monetary and reform front now will have a profound impact from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Hwa9U8 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

BJP banks on Narendra Modi's visit to Tamil Nadu and Kerala today to increase footprints...

PM Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone for an All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Madurai today and inaugurate super speciality blocks at Rajaji, Thanjavur and Tirunelveli medical colleges as the BJP focuses on increasing its footprints in the south. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2S8KMM5 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Conflict over Centre's Citizenship Bill creates a new identity of 'Assamese Ben...

The birth of the “Assamese Bengali” identity can be attributed to the Centre’s push to the Citizenship Amendment Bill, which seeks to give citizenship to any non-Muslim from Bangladesh, Pakistan or Afghanistan who wishes to settle in India. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Hwa82w https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Govt identifies land required for Indian side of Kartarpur corridor, issues not...

he four villages identified for the 4.25 km stretch along Indo-Pak border in Gurdaspur district of Punjab are Chandu Nangal, Jaurian Khurd,, Pakhoketahli Sahib and Dera Baba Nanak. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2S6SBlM https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Several pre-teen girls subjected to breast-ironing in UK: Report

The perpetrators, usually mothers, consider it a traditional measure which protects girls from unwanted male attention, sexual harassment and rape. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2FOP6dT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Operation Kamala by BJP to lure MLAs on, says Karnataka CM Kumaraswamy

The BJP rejected the charge with its leader and former chief minister BS Yeddyurappa calling it “baseless” while stating that it was the duty of the ruling parties to keep their MLAs “intact”. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2sQp6q1 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Andhra CM Naidu to fast in Delhi on February 13 over state not getting special category...

The TDP’s protests are seen as Naidu’s efforts to apparently take his fight against the Modi government to the national capital to give momentum to his efforts in uniting opposition parties into an anti-Bharatiya Janata Party front on the national level for the coming elections. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MzAtf9 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Donald Trump's confidant Roger Stone charged with lying about hacked emails

The indictment brings the investigation even further into Trump’s circle of advisers and suggests campaign officials were eager to exploit the stolen messages for political gain. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2G29rvC https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Several pre-teen girls subjected to breast-ironing in UK: Report

The perpetrators, usually mothers, consider it a traditional measure which protects girls from unwanted male attention, sexual harassment and rape. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2FOP6dT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Record-breaking almost 10 inch cave salamander found in US

The finding, published in Subterranean Biology, is making scientists re-examine growth limits of these animals in harsh environments and how hospitable underground environments really are. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2CKSZfX https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Trump's bad day: Stone arrest, airport chaos, shutdown surrender

A brief halt on landings at LaGuardia due to a lack of air traffic controllers and cascading flight delays across the East Coast may have driven Trump to fold on the shutdown. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2WeAwRM https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Donald Trump's confidant Roger Stone charged with lying about hacked emails

The indictment brings the investigation even further into Trump’s circle of advisers and suggests campaign officials were eager to exploit the stolen messages for political gain. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2G29rvC https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Experts, images suggest a Saudi ballistic missile program

Michael Elleman, the senior fellow for missile defense at the International Institute for Strategic Studies in Washington, also reviewed the satellite photos and said they appear to show a ballistic missile program. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2FSDfva https://ift.tt/2zbki14

UK to offer two-year degree courses from September

Officials said the accelerated degrees will offer the same qualifications with the same quality-assurance as a standard degree, but delivered over a shorter, more intensive time-span. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2G1gyV1 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Brexit effect: EU medicines agency HQ moves out of London

The agency that evaluates medicines needs to be located in a country within the European Union. The United Kingdom is due to leave the EU on March 29, with or without an agreement on life beyond Brexit. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2FRmcKd https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Nine bodies found after Brazil mining dam burst, count seen climbing

Nine people have been found dead after the dam burst on Friday, while nearly 200 people have been rescued, according to firemen running the rescue effort in the town of Brumadinho. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2FYMwRT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pakistani intruder shot dead along International Border in J-K's Samba

Officials said an intruder was noticed by the BSF personnel manning a border outpost at Check Faqira area around 1 pm and asked to surrender. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2FQSEwm https://ift.tt/2zbki14

China's Guangzhou airport launches 5G network

The speed of the network can reach 1.14 gigabytes per second, around 50 times faster than the current 4G network, according to a test, state-run Xinhua news agency reported. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2G18FPj https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Death toll from Indonesia floods, landslides climbs to 68

The number of the evacuees has doubled from Friday after the disaster mitigation officials managed to get access to previously isolated districts and update the figures. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2FOuZwp https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Water crisis brewing between arch-rivals India and Pakistan

Across the border in India, government research indicates about three-quarters of people don’t have drinking water at home and 70 % of the country’s water is contaminated. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2WlLu8b https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Space snowman Ultima Thule has bright collar, shows close-up picture taken by N...

A close-up picture taken by NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft right before closest approach on January 1, and released Thursday, shows lots of little pits on Ultima Thule. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2UhgLY4 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

We can resolve Ayodhya dispute within 24 hours, says CM Yogi Adityanath

The chief minister said, “If Ayodhya dispute is resolved, triple talaq ban is implemented, politics of appeasement in India will end forever.” from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RhUcAq https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Priyanka Gandhi may begin formal political role in UP with Kumbh holy dip

Priyanka Gandhi, who will take charge as the general secretary for Uttar Pradesh East on February 4, is also expected to hold a press conference jointly with party chief and brother Rahul Gandhi in Lucknow. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WtnBf4 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Collector sahib padhenge': MP minister as she struggles with R-day speech

Imarti Devi, the Madhya Pradesh women and child development minister, had to seek help from the Gwalior’s district collector to finish her Republic Day speech. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RhUabM https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Water crisis brewing between arch-rivals India and Pakistan

Across the border in India, government research indicates about three-quarters of people don’t have drinking water at home and 70 % of the country’s water is contaminated. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WlLu8b https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indo-Tibetan Border Police celebrate R-day at 18,000 ft in freezing Ladakh

The ITBP is a specialised mountain force -- most of whose officers and men are trained mountaineers and skiers -- and guards the border from Ladakh’s Karakoram Pass to Jachep La in Arunachal Pradesh. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Ri9dSP https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Why officials waded through water to hoist the Tricolour in Bastar

Bastar is one of the Maoist-affected regions of Chhattisgarh, where the rebels are known to issue diktats. They oppose any kind of development in the area and are known to burn schools, damage roads and bridges to check the movement of security forces. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WeiFdI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Here's why words too have an emotional meaning

People associate neutral signs, words and faces with their emotions within a few hours, weeks or months. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/2RRZLuM https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Republic Day 2019 live updates: PM Narendra Modi pays tribute at Amar Jawan Jyo...

2019 Republic Day: Catch all the highlights of 70th Republic Day Parade at hindustantimes.com from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2UhMTLi https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Migrant with flesh-eating bacteria detained at US border

The man was taken to a hospital in recent days after telling a federal agent that he had a growing rash on his leg, said US Border Patrol spokesman Carlos Antunez. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2FPWS75 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

UN warns climate change impacts security, US ignores link

The UN system’s chief scientist on weather and climate warned Friday that climate change has “a multitude of security impacts” and is increasingly regarded as a national security threat — with global warming records broken in 20 of the last 22 years. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2Hvg1wL https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Donald Trump ally Roger Stone arrested for lying about hacked emails, says 'will...

A longtime ally of U.S. President Donald Trump was arrested on Friday for lying to Congress about the 2016 campaign’s efforts to use stolen emails to undercut his Democratic rival in the latest arrest of the Special Counsel probe into possible election manipulation. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2S709F3 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US to resume premium processing of H-1B visa applications

H-1B visa is popular among Indian IT professionals who corner more than 70% of the 85,000 visas that the US grants every year. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2Hw9fqA https://ift.tt/2zbki14

ED arrests VVIP chopper deal accused Gautam Khaitan in fresh money laundering c...

Lawyer Gautam Khaitan, accused in the AgustaWestland VVIP chopper case has been alleged to have been operating and holding a number of foreign accounts illegally and thereby possessing black money and stash assets, officials said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RSYTpC https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Rahul Gandhi took right decision: Akhilesh on Priyanka's political debut

The Samajwadi Party chief said it was a good sign that young people are being given a chance in politics. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2CJl2fQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs New Zealand: MS Dhoni joins Mohammad Azharuddin in elite list, eyes Rahul...

The list is presently being led by Sachin Tendulkar (463), with Rahul Dravid (340) right behind at second. Mohammad Azharuddin is the joint-third as Dhoni has played 334 ODIs for India and 3 ODIs for Asia XI. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RRhYZd https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Navy detects another body inside Meghalaya's flooded coal mine

Indian Naval divers on Saturday detected another body inside a 370 feet deep flooded coal mine in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills district where over a dozen miners remain trapped since December 13, an official said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2COgept https://ift.tt/2zbki14

With many firsts, India displays military might, Nari Shakti on 70th Republic D...

Thousands of people including foreign dignitaries witnessed the 70th Republic Day celebrations at the Rajpath in New Delhi, where India showcased its military might including rising women power in the armed forces and cultural heritage. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RN3auR https://ift.tt/2zbki14

How the world's worst snakebite became a viral hit for a 200-year-old medical j...

There was the boy with the mysterious whistling cough, who had swallowed an actual whistle that lodged in his lungs. (“It happens all the time,” said Jeffrey Drazen, the journal’s bespectacled editor in chief.)  from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2ScgDeU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Migrant with flesh-eating bacteria detained at US border

The man was taken to a hospital in recent days after telling a federal agent that he had a growing rash on his leg, said US Border Patrol spokesman Carlos Antunez. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2FPWS75 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

How the world's worst snakebite became a viral hit for a 200-year-old medical j...

There was the boy with the mysterious whistling cough, who had swallowed an actual whistle that lodged in his lungs. (“It happens all the time,” said Jeffrey Drazen, the journal’s bespectacled editor in chief.)  from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2ScgDeU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

300 crocodiles relocated to allow seaplane service at Statue of Unity

The reptiles, the largest around three metres, are being lured into metal cages and moved elsewhere in the western state of Gujarat on the back of pickup trucks. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2FToqZF https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Donald Trump signs deal ending longest US government shutdown

The deal includes back pay for some 800,000 federal workers who have gone without salaries. The Trump administration promises to pay them as soon as possible. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2FTooRx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Timing not right: Naveen Patnaik's sister Gita Mehta says no to Padma Shri

In what appears a snub to the government, author Gita Mehta, who is also the sister of Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has declined the Padma Shri award announced on Friday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2B4EQtM https://ift.tt/2zbki14

OPINION |The SC ruling that a blind or a deaf person can't be a judge goes against...

Surendra Mohan, a visually impaired lawyer, was told that he was ineligible for the advertised post. Upon challenging this at the Madras High Court, he was permitted to sit the interview. But the court later ruled that he was ineligible to be a judge, as he suffered a 70% impairment. Upon appeal, the Supreme court endorsed this view. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2G3ayuL https://ift.tt/2zbki14

300 crocodiles relocated to allow seaplane service at Statue of Unity

The reptiles, the largest around three metres, are being lured into metal cages and moved elsewhere in the western state of Gujarat on the back of pickup trucks. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2FToqZF https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Bengaluru lakes burn again, old woes resurface

According to Professor TV Ramachandra of the Centre for Ecological Sciences, at the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru, the problem is one of lack of awareness. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2G0WRwu https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Donald Trump signs deal ending longest US government shutdown

The deal includes back pay for some 800,000 federal workers who have gone without salaries. The Trump administration promises to pay them as soon as possible. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2FTooRx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'People like change, a vote for change means Congress': Sheila Dikshit

Given charge of Delhi Congress a couple of months ahead of Lok Sabha elections, former chief minister Sheila Dikshit says the party is all set to take on two opponents - the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at Centre and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Delhi. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2FY3FLv https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Thackeray movie review: Nawazuddin Siddiqui's film is not a whitewash, it's a confession....

Thackeray movie review: This is either an oblivious or blatantly self-aware film, a work not of propaganda as much as it is a work of pride, celebrating a legacy of violence. Rating: 1/5. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2FNHpoh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs New Zealand, 2nd ODI Live Cricket Score at Bay Oval: Unchanged IND opt...

India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI Live: Catch all the action of the second ODI between India and New Zealand through our live blog. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2RQuXKT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Republic Day 2019: 69 years ago, India decided how it would be governed

If Independence Day is about the past, Republic Day is about the present and the future. We take a look at the values that underpin the Constitution and why they are just as relevant today, as they were nearly seven decades ago. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2CQhGrc https://ift.tt/2zbki14

HS Phoolka, Gautam Gambhir, Prabhu Deva among 112 Padma awardees

Former AAP MLA and senior advocate HS Phoolka was among 112 persons conferred the Padma awards by the government of India. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MvL1Mf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Serial killer who murdered 10 people in 6 months held at Kumbh Mela

Police said the accused attacked sleeping individuals with sharp-edged weapons. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2sIGmxo https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pranab Mukherjee, Bhupen Hazarika and Nanaji Deshmukh awarded Bharat Ratna

The last time Bharat Ratnas were conferred was in 2015, when educationalist-politician Madan Mohan Malviya and former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee were the recipients. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MxY93p https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Discord and controversy in Davos even with Donald Trump absent

The World Economic Forum, which wrapped up Friday, was characterized by discord over momentous issues like Brexit and world trade. Many of the leaders closest to those questions — from Trump to Britain’s Theresa May and China’s Xi Jinping — did not show up as they had in past years. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2DzXJXk https://ift.tt/2zbki14