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DRDO Recruitment: The hiring is done by Integrated Test Range (ITR) Chandipur, a premier lab of DRDO. The online application process has been started today, November 1 and the last date to apply is November 20, 2019. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/321PjkE https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Facial recognition technology struggles to see beyond gender binary

Facial recognition technology is failing to recognise transgender people new research has shown, raising concerns about discrimination as the use of the software becomes increasingly prevalent. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/2r4ruvJ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Sehwag is Sehwag,' Rohit Sharma reacts to comparisons with former India opener

India vs Bangladesh: Rohit Sharma says former India opener Virender Sehwag in different league but if he can do as his team wants, it would solve a lot of problems. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BXqzPV https://ift.tt/2zbki14

In Shiv Sena leader's new dart at BJP, a warning on options before Uddhav Thack...

Raut’s warning comes just hours after he met Nationalist Congress Party chief Sharad Pawar at his house on Thursday evening. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/339Cjuw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

German Chancellor Angela Merkel meets PM Modi, pays tribute to Gandhi

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More masks on the way as Bangladesh cricketers struggle to cope with Delhi smog

India vs Bangladesh: Taken aback by the poor air quality in New Delhi, the Bangladesh team management is considering to arrange more masks for the rest of the team. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2C1z1xG https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Air quality breaches 'severe+' mark in Delhi, worst this season

This is the first time that the air quality has dipped to emergency levels in the national capital this season. Such a situation was last seen in January 2019. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2C3tzdn https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India's strong counter to China over J&K, Ladakh becoming Union Territories

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UPTET 2019 registration begins today, here's the process of online application

UPTET 2019 online registration process will begin today at updeled.gov.in. Candidates can apply online till November 20, 2019. The exam will be held on December 22. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/36glCzs https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Praful Patel, 40 others among WhatsApp users snooped on

The people, whose WhatsApp accounts are safe for now, the company representative said, were contacted either by Toronto-based research group Citizen Lab or WhatsApp to be informed of the spying. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/33bxJfu https://ift.tt/2zbki14

JNUSU protest continues third day against draft hostel manual

The draft manual was brought out by JNU administration without any consultation with the student community, the union has alleged. It contains many additions to the pre-existing hostel manual, which include a fee hike, provisions that propose a hostel curfew after 10.30 pm and a proposal for a dress code in the hostel mess from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2JCMBvi https://ift.tt/2zbki14

No passport, no fee: Pakistan PM Imran Khan waives 2 conditions for Kartarpur p...

India and Pakistan have already signed an agreement for Kartarpur corridor that will connect Darbar Sahib with Dera Baba Nanak shrine in Gurdaspur district of Punjab and will facilitate visa-free movement of Indian pilgrims. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2N6Z7Wm https://ift.tt/2zbki14

IIT- Kharagpur implements micro solar dome project for affordable clean energy

Poor families are often unable to afford the grid- connected electricity while others may find disruption of power supply due to natural disasters, according to a statement from IIT-KGP. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/36hqKn7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Government officials across 20 countries targeted for hacking through WhatsApp:...

The hacking of a wider group of top government officials’ smartphones than previously reported suggests the WhatsApp cyber intrusion could have broad political and diplomatic consequences. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2r453H1 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Flabbergasted': US students dial suicide prevention number, get sex hotline

School officials said they have collected all the old badges and planned to issue new ones -- this time with the correct number. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/32aqPG0 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Man who killed three Nepali labourers, chopped off their genitals, arrested

Dhan Bahadur Bora, the accused, was enraged after an obscene word, considered highly insulting in Nepalese culture, was used by the deceased about Dhan Bahadur’s sexual life. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/34ogkjP https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Two cyclones form in Arabian Sea; Mumbai, Konkan coast may get rains on weekend

Under the influence of cyclone Maha, the Konkan coast, including Mumbai, is likely to get isolated very light to light showers between Friday and Saturday, the weather bureau said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/320aALz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Not a day for celebration': Inside the old city of Srinagar, residents remain ...

A maze of cramped lanes and cheek-by-jowl homes, the old city has been the site of some of the most violent protests against the government and security forces. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2q9twdp https://ift.tt/2zbki14

19 killed as truck plummets into ravine in Philippines

Many similar accidents have occurred in the Philippines’ sparsely populated northern mountains because of the poor condition of vehicles and roads and the lack of signs, railings and other safety features. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/34h6G2g https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Islamic State's new leader calls Trump 'crazy old man', asks US to stop rejoici...

In an audio statement by spokesman Abu Hamza al Qurashi published on ISIS social media accounts, the group also confirmed the death of former spokesman Abu Hassan Al-Muhajir. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/36r8PKT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US House votes to authorise impeachment inquiry against Trump

The Democratic-controlled House voted by 232 to 196 to establish how to hold public hearings in Congress, which could be damaging for Trump ahead of the 2020 presidential election. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/31Z0kDj https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indian-origin Labour MP Keith Vaz suspended for 6 months

The suspension period of six months is the longest ever imposed on any MP in British parliamentary history. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2N2znu8 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Maharashtra Congress leaders to meet Sonia Gandhi to decide next move

Former chief minister Prithviraj Chavan did not confirm or deny the meeting and said that he was in Delhi to be a part of the Indira Gandhi Award for National Integration Award. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/33b4Y2w https://ift.tt/2zbki14

16 killed, 13 injured as fire engulfs express train in Pakistan's Liaqatpur

The incident took place in the wee hours when the three coaches of in Karachi-Rawalpindi Tezgam express train caught fire. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2q6zziT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sensex rises over 200 points in early trade, nears all-time high

In the previous session, the 30-share Sensex ended 220.03 points, or 0.55 per cent, higher at 40,051.87. The benchmark closed above the key 40,000-level after June 4, 2019. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/324pfFo https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Stout heart makes up for dodgy knee as Ravinder bags silver

Despite the loss, it was a creditable performance from Ravinder, who had won gold at the South Asian Games in 2016 and also a bronze at the Cadet Asian Championships in 2014. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WAtJmc https://ift.tt/2zbki14

BSF Constable tradesmen result 2019 declared

BSF Constable tradesmen result declared. + The recruitment exam was conducted for the post of constable (tradesmen) in FTR HQ BSF Jammu, BSF Academy, Tekanpur and FTR HQ (SPL OPS) BSF, Bhilai, Distt-Durg(CG). from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2C0bA7U https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Free coaching for Physics, Chemistry by this YouTuber has 1.89m tuning in

The popularity of this Kalandipuram resident has even earned the 26-year-old Pandey YouTube’s coveted ‘Gold Play Button’—awarded only to those who bag over 10 lakh subscribers. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/34kF78r https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Explained | J&K and Ladakh become Union Territories: What it means

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RPF Constable Tradesmen Ancillary Result 2019 for Group E declared

Railway protection force (RPF) has declared its constable tradesman ancillary final result 2019 on its official website. RPT has also released the final cutoff marks on its official site. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2q4NC8E https://ift.tt/2zbki14

PM Modi pays tribute to Sardar Patel at Statue of Unity in Gujarat

the Prime Minister showered petals on the 182 metres-long statue of India’s first deputy Prime Minister and the home minister, credited with merging all princely states into the Union of India. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2N3zfdP https://ift.tt/2zbki14

PM Modi closed gateway of terror by revoking Article 370, 35A, says Amit Shah as...

Union home minister Amit Shah’s remarks came a few hours after Jammu and Kashmir ceased to be a state and two new Union Territories of Jammu&Kashmir and Ladakh came into existence at midnight on Wednesday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2JBW2vj https://ift.tt/2zbki14

One-line horror stories that will make a chill run down your spine and give you...

Discussing the famous legends of Dr. Frankenstein and Amity Ville Horror excites us all but aren’t we bored of talking about the same old tales every year. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/36prFC7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Hero dog returns to duty after Baghdadi raid, says US general

The dog is a four-year veteran of the SOCOM Canine Program and has been a member of approximately 50 combat missions. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/3326ELp https://ift.tt/2zbki14

RK Mathur sworn-in as first L-G of Union Territory of Ladakh

RK Mathur is the first L-G of the union territory of Ladakh after the two UTs of J-K and Ladakh came into existence on midnight Wednesday following a notification by the home ministry. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2N4Nv6d https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Plans fall flat, no solution visible in Delhi's deadly haze

Experts said outdoor physical activity should be restricted for children. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qUBqrn https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Jeffrey Epstein's injuries point to murder, says forensic expert

A forensic pathologist has contradicted the official verdict of suicide by hanging given by officials in August, saying Epstein’s injuries were “more indicative of homicidal strangulation.” from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/3275LjG https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Kashmir situation is of 'profound concern' to UK: PM Johnson

Several British MPs have voters with origins and links in Jammu and Kashmir and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, many of whom participated in recent protests in London against the structural changes made by the Indian government in August. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2BVPGm5 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Labour to stay with Keith Vaz after probe indictment

Vaz, 62, faces a six-month suspension from the House of Commons if MPs accept recommendations of the Commons Committee on Standards in its report on his involvement in a drugs-for-male-sex-workers scandal revealed in a sting operation in 2016. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/34hHkS2 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Twitter bans all political advertisements

The issue suddenly arose in September when Twitter, along with Facebook and Google, refused to remove a misleading video ad from President Donald Trump’s campaign that targeted former Vice President Joe Biden from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/332gbSQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Onion, tomato area may be increased to stabilise prices

The consumer affairs ministry has proposed to the horticulture commissioner under the agriculture ministry that increasing production of onions and tomatoes in states such as Haryana, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Punjab and Uttar Pradesh from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2JCcJGP https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Jammu & Kashmir no more a state; Union Territories of J-K and Ladakh come into ...

The home ministry in a late night notification, replaced the state of Jammu and Kashmir with the “union territory of Jammu and Kashmir” and announced omission of “permanent residents or hereditary state subjects”. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WrfHTC https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Jeffrey Epstein's injuries point to murder, says forensic expert

US releases video, photos of raid on ISIS chief Baghdadi in Syria

Among the images released by the Defence Department was grainy black-and-white footage of US troops approaching on foot the high-walled compound in northwestern Syria where Baghdadi was holed up. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/34c2GzW https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Twitter bans all political advertisements

House panel to review aspects of slowdown in the economy

The Indian economy, one of the fastest-growing major economies in the world, saw growth fall to 5% in the April-June quarter, the lowest in over six years. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/36jdX3j https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Do we work on this or I wait till IPL?' ICC releases WhatsApp conversation between...

In a detailed media release, ICC stated that Shakib Al Hasan was approached by a bookie named Deepak Aggarwal for the first time in 2017 and since then he has been in constant touch with the bookie. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/32Xd3rb https://ift.tt/2zbki14

APPSC Panchayat Secretary Group 3 Mains exam revised answer key 2019 out

Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released the revised answer key for the Panchayat Secretary grade 4, group 3 recruitment 2019..Candidates can access the answer keys at the official website at psc.ap.gov.in. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/36h4JVy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

House of Dragons: HBO reveals logo, title of new Game of Thrones prequel, scraps...

HBO has revealed the logo and title of a new Game of Thrones prequel series in development, during an event for their streaming service, HBO Max. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WpwczC https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sensex crosses 40,000 mark, first time since June

Expectations of a tax bonanza for the stock markets from the government lifted the key Indian equity indices on Tuesday too. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WqQngH https://ift.tt/2zbki14

LIC Assistant Prelims 2019 exam today to fill 8000 posts

LIC Assistant Prelims exam 2019 will be conducted on October 30 and 31. Candidates should reach the center with their Admit cards. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/36h27XK https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Bolstered by Maharashtra, Haryana show, Cong-led Oppn to counter BJP on economy

The Congress is also determined to strongly oppose the government’s attempt to clear the contentious bill to amend the citizenship law. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2JxzPy9 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Your Netflix binge habit comes at a hefty cost to environment

Experts say the ease of streaming services comes with a hefty environmental price tag as watching a half-hour show would lead to emissions of 1.6 kilograms of carbon dioxide equivalent. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/36gRZ1a https://ift.tt/2zbki14

British MPs vote in favour of holding general elections on December 12

It will mark the first December-poll since 1923 once the House of Lords passes the legislation and it becomes law by the end of the week. Once that happens, there will be a five-week campaign up to the polling day. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/331ivJC https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Male DNA found on dead Pak Hindu medical student's body, clothes: Cops

The girl hailed from Ghotki district, which in September witnessed riots after a school principal from the minority Hindu community was booked on charges of alleged blasphemy. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MWelgw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

6 labourers killed in J&K on day of EU group's visit

State police said three or four unidentified gunmen forced their way into a house in Kulgam’s Katrasoo village, dragged out the labourers, and shot them dead. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2PuwPqk https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Your Netflix binge habit comes at a hefty cost to environment

Closed, confrontational border could become hotbed of terrorism, war: China

China invited the representatives of 14 countries, including most of its neighbours and other Asian nations to discuss boundary cooperation for its first such meeting. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/31VwGyD https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Climate activist Greta Thunberg declines environmental award

The young climate activist, who has rallied millions to her “Fridays for Future” movement, was honoured at a Stockholm ceremony held by the Nordic Council, a regional body for inter-parliamentary cooperation. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2JuvY52 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Death of Islamic State leader 'big' but more work lies ahead -Kushner

U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday announced that Baghdadi killed himself during an overnight raid by elite U.S. special operations forces in Syria. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/32ZILnL https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'China may deploy aircraft carrier in Indian ocean': US navy commander

Admiral John Aquilino, who is in India, met Navy chief Admiral Karambir Singh and other senior defence officials. He said he and Singh discussed ways to enhance cooperation and increase information-sharing and better integration between the two navies from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MZNlgh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Analysis | Sena or BJP: Who will blink first?

The Shiv Sena will keep punching above its weight and needling the BJP over various issues and the BJP will have to grin and bear it, given that now it can afford even less than before to shake off its troublesome ally from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/36ihy1C https://ift.tt/2zbki14

CM post or key portfolios: Sena's choices to BJP in Maharashtra

Insiders have said that with the BJP being firm on not sharing the chief minister’s post, the Shiv Sena would want equal number of ministerial berths and key portfolios in the government. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2pZkkZd https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Telangana woman files case against IPS husband, says forcing to divorce him

The woman, 28, told the police that she had been in a relationship with the police officer Kokkanti Maheswara Reddy since their college days and got married in February last year. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2pYp557 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Man attacks wife with acid after argument over visiting her brother

The 25-year-old woman who suffered serious injuries in her face was admitted to a local hospital from where she was referred to a hospital in Ujjain in view of her serious condition. The husband is absconding. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qVx5Ey https://ift.tt/2zbki14

3 states ask Centre to allow machines for NREGS work

Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Karnataka have written to Centre seeking a relaxation of the rule restricting employment to manual labour because large parts of these 3 states have rocky terrain. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/36kHwSq https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India, China SR talks on border issue likely to be held in next 3 months

The early harvest proposals were submitted by China to India in August this year, with Beijing claiming that these would lead to early resolution of the vexed boundary issue. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2NoK49m https://ift.tt/2zbki14

British MPs vote in favour of holding general elections on December 12

'$5 trillion economy roadmap ready': PM Modi at investment forum in Riyadh

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Celebrities flee, multimillion-dollar homes burn in Los Angeles wildfire

Many celebrities have been forced to flee their multimillion-dollar homes while the fire has also forced many schools to remain closed. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/36eLgEL https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Syrian Democratic Forces say Baghdadi's underwear was DNA tested before raid

A senior advisor said that the SDF had been working since May 15 with the CIA to track Baghdadi, and managed to confirm that he had moved from Deir al-Zor in eastern Syria to Idlib, where he was killed. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2q49i4A https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Justice Sharad Arvind Bobde appointed as next Chief Justice, to take oath on November...

Present Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi on October 18 has recommended second senior-most judge Justice Bobde as his successor. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WmQrxT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Supply of pink balls, Indian conditions could thwart BCCI's push for Day-Night Test...

India captain Virat Kohli had earlier criticised the quality of the SG ball used for Tests in India and said that gets scuffed up too early and brings down players’ performance significantly as a result. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2ouLy9C https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Shiv Sena warns of 'other options' in latest salvo at BJP

Senior Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut also took a swipe at BJP’s alliance with Dushyant Chautala’s Jananayak Janata Party (JJP) to form a government in Haryana. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31RUZxh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

On Pakistan's airspace denial to PM Narendra Modi's plane, ICAO says 'not subject...

An ICAO spokesperson said that the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Chicago Convention), which ICAO helps governments to cooperate under, only applies to the operations of civilian aircraft and not to state or military aircraft. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/32YuW92 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Kerala nun writes to Vatican to make case before Pope

Sister Lucy Kalappura, who took part in a protest by nuns belonging to Missionaries of Jesus Congregation, seeking the arrest of Bishop Franco Mulakkal, accused of raping a nun, was expelled by the Franciscan Clarist Congregation in August this year. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Ptm2wq https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India, Saudi Arabia share similar security concerns: PM Modi

Modi also said under the leadership of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, bilateral relations will only grow stronger. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/32X4uN1 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Baghdadi buried at sea by US military: Report

The U.S. officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity, did not disclose where the ritual was performed or how long it lasted. Two officials said they believed his remains were delivered to the sea from an aircraft. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Psdkyp https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Will see what's happening on ground': EU team on way to Kashmir

A 23-member delegation of European Union Members of Parliament left for Kashmir on Tuesday morning to see first-hand the ground situation in the region after the scrapping of Article 370, which gave Jammu & Kashmir special status. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qTdcxR https://ift.tt/2zbki14

PM Modi reaches Saudi Arabia, strategic & trade talks top agenda

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NSCN(I-M) rebels untraceable amid Naga talks hiccup

The moves came amidst speculation that the Union government will announce a deal, with or without NSCN (I-M), especially with the Naga National Political Group, a combine of seven Naga organisations that are rivals of the NSCN (I-M), indicating their willingness to do business with the state. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2plsrz9 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'We know we made mistakes on 737 Max jet': Boeing CEO to tell US lawmakers

Dennis Muilenburg is the first company official to publicly testify on Boeing’s role in the tragedies that killed 346 people and badly dented public confidence in the manufacturer. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WkNsWV https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Parliament sovereignty disrespected: Congress on EU delegation trip to J&K

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America's mission in Syria remains same, to defeat ISIS, says US Defense Secy

The recent repositioning of the forces within Syria was intended to posture the US to continue the mission of defeating ISIS and give President Trump options while returning the balance back home to the United States, the defense secretary said.. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2ouobwW https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Facebook employees sign letter opposing political ads policy

The employee letter follows widespread criticism of Facebook’s ad policy, including from Sen. Elizabeth Warren , a leading Democratic presidential candidate. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2JujnyF https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Boris Johnson loses snap poll bid, formally accepts EU January 31 Brexit deadli...

The development came after the European Union (EU) earlier agreed to offer the UK a three-month extension to the Brexit deadline, until January 31 next year, which Johnson then formally accepted by informing the British Parliament. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/34byGEE https://ift.tt/2zbki14

6.8 magnitude earthquake shakes southern Philippines: US Geological Survey

The US Geological Survey says the 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Tuesday morning on Mindanao island in the south. Philippine seismologists said it was a lower magnitude of 6.4. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/36cY8vd https://ift.tt/2zbki14

After 75 hours of rescue ops, 2-year-old Sujith Wilson sstuck in Tamil Nadu borewell...

Sujith Wilson’s body has been taken out by the National Disaster Response Force and State Disaster Response Force and his body is being sent to hospital for autopsy, after he which he would be handed over to his parents, said officers. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Pt7m0i https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Team India fielding coach declares best 'Indian fielder of this decade'

Speaking about the changes, Sridhar spoke about the mindset and improved fitness - two essential elements which have ushered in this fielding revolution in Indian cricket. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2NnNrNw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Donald Trump tweets photo of military dog wounded in Baghdadi raid

Trump tweeted a photo of a Belgian Malinois that he said worked with a team of special forces in the capture of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi in a tunnel beneath a compound in northeastern Syria. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Pv3w6T https://ift.tt/2zbki14

After 3 days of rescue ops, Tamil Nadu toddler stuck in borewell found dead

Commissioner of Revenue Administration J Radhakrishnan said the body of the child was in a “highly decomposed” state. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31XVFRL https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Strategic partnership, trade top PM's agenda in Saudi Arabia

India and Saudi Arabia will sign several agreements, including one on forming a Strategic Partnership Council and another on a joint venture for retail outlets for petroleum products, during Modi’s visit. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MVud35 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Apprised him current scenario, says Fadnavis on meet with Governor

The BJP-Sena combine, which won a clear majority in the just-concluded state elections, have not made a formal pitch to the governor to form the next government. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Pod6sj https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Sena should accept Deputy CM post for Aaditya Thackeray': Ramdas Athawale

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Why protesters in Hong Kong are getting inked

Hong Kong citizens have now turned towards getting themselves inked as a way to register their protest and show support to ‘front line’ protestors, who are often seen tangling with the riot police. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BOttGz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

The end of the Dhoni era in Indian cricket | HT Editorial

The man led Indian cricket to glory. But now, his time is up from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2opdbkr https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Anatomy of a raid: How the United States took out ISIS leader Baghdadi

With Baghdadi’s body “mutilated by the blasts,” US forces used a DNA test onsite to confirm his identity in around 15 minutes from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31RqWWz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US congresswoman resigns over accusation of affair with staffer

Democratic congresswoman Katie Hill, who has been accused of having a sexual relationship with a staffer in violation of House of Representatives rules, announced her resignation on Sunday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31KYEgw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'You are my family': PM Modi during Diwali with jawans in J&K'S Rajouri

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'He took secrets to his grave': Australia's serial backpacker killer Ivan Milat...

Ivan Milat, whose grisly serial killings of seven European and Australian backpackers horrified Australia in the early ‘90s, died in a Sydney prison on Sunday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2q0ViZn https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Founder & leader of ISIS Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is dead': Donald Trump

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Delhi's air quality plummets to 'severe' day after Diwali

According to the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR, the overall air quality of the national capital stands at 463 at 9 am. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2PlU3P8 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

DU seeks President intervention to stop construction of 39- storey private building...

Various sections have condemned the construction of the building, saying it is being constructed illegally on public land. They have also said the building will overlook six girls’ hostels in the varsity and will invade their privacy. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MPvwAu https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Over 40 skulls, dozens of bones, fetus found in drug cartel den in Mexico

Four of the skulls were built into the altar in the central Tepito neighborhood, where police arrested 31 people on Tuesday on suspicion of drug cartel activity, the city government said in a statement. A judge ordered 27 of the suspects released. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/32RMTq1 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

State of emergency as California wildfires rage

California’s governor declared a state-wide emergency on Sunday as a huge wind-fueled blaze forced evacuations and massive power blackouts, threatening towns in the famed Sonoma wine region. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2p98mw3 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US lawmakers will press Boeing CEO for answers on 737 MAX crashes

Boeing Co Chief Executive Dennis Muilenburg will testify for two days before Congress starting on Tuesday, which is the anniversary of the Lion Air 737 MAX crash in Indonesia. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2pZ5Loc https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pope Francis demands 'predators' stop plundering the Earth

Some 184 Catholic bishops had gathered at the Vatican with representatives of indigenous peoples, experts and nuns, to discuss a multitude of regional concerns, from the destruction of the rainforest and the global climate emergency, to land-grabbing and the exploitation of indigenous peoples. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2WksxmL https://ift.tt/2zbki14

BJP, Sena in tug-of-war to get support of more MLAs in Maharashtra

In the Maharashtra poll results announced last week, Shiv Sena won 56 seats in the 288-member Maharashtra assembly, while BJP won 105 seats. In 2014, Sena had won 63 and BJP had won 122. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2q0ipDK https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Soon, Pune's Yerawada open jail to provide sleeping berths to inmates

In a first for Maharashtra, the Yerawada jail in Pune may soon get cement beds or sleeping berths for in its open jail, on the lines of the prisons in Tamil Nadu. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/36aRXHQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

How Pawar managed to woo back Marathas

The NCP increased its seats in the Assembly to 54 from 41 in 2014. How did he do this? By playing on Maratha pride by creating a perception that Pawar — the tallest Maratha leader in current political scenario — is being targeted by the Centre. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31RvHj9 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Trumps's son-in-law Jared Kushner has no 'credentials' for White House post, says...

Joe Biden reiterated that even though he doesn’t like “going after” politicians’ children, but none of his children would hold White House posts. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2BK0dkl https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Ferocious winds fuel blazes throughout Northern California

In the San Francisco Bay Area, two grass fires briefly halted traffic on an Interstate bridge. The flames came dangerously close to homes in Vallejo. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2pidTQP https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Shiv Sena still the first choice of Marathi manoos in Mumbai | Analysis

Among the 14 seats won by the Sena this time, in Bhandup, Magathane, Vikhroli, Jogeshwari, Dindoshi, Shivadi, Worli, Mahim — which have large pockets of Marathi population — Sena candidates won with a margin between 20,000 votes and 67,000 votes. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MPJv9m https://ift.tt/2zbki14

ISIS leader Baghdadi's aide was key to his capture: Iraqi intel officers

Baghdadi would sometimes hold strategy talks with his commanders in moving minibuses packed with vegetables in order to avoid detection, Ismael al-Ethawi told officials after he was arrested by Turkish authorities and handed to the Iraqis. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qPs8Nw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Delhi air quality dips to very poor post Diwali

Extremely poor pollution levels were previously predicted in Delhi due to firecracker emissions, unfavourable weather and a significant spike in stubble burning in neighbouring states. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BMkXaX https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Cyclone Kyarr intensifies to super cyclonic storm, Coast Guard on alert

The Met department has advised fishermen not to venture into east central Arabian Sea till 29th and into west central Arabian Sea from October 28 to November 01. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2p7Y7YU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

How a vest is changing the way Team India trains

DATA MINING: Welcome to the world of the GPS tracker, a single technology that has changed the way athletes prepare for their game. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qJOgsp https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'We wield remote control of power in Maharashtra': Sena's Sanjay Raut to BJP

The term remote control was regularly used for and by the late party patriarch Bal Thackeray during the first Sena-BJP government in the state, between 1995 to 1999, to explain the chain of command in the dispensation. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2ol03fZ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Smriti Irani's post on Diwali mithai and diet leaves people in splits

Smriti Irani shared the post some 22 hours back and it quickly captured people’s attention. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BOQTvj https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Here's how traffic noise affects bird physiology and reproductive health

The study, published in the journal Conservation Biology, noted that the chicks of noise-exposed birds were smaller than the young ones from quiet nests. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/2Pk80NH https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Parents' behaviour influences infant levels of 'bonding hormone' oxytocin

The study, published in the journal Science Advances, noted that greater involvement by mothers during the play interaction may have the potential to upregulate the oxytocin system in their kids. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/2Weopom https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Manohar Lal Khattar takes oath as Haryana CM for second, Dushyant Chautala his ...

The governor had invited Manohar Lal Khattar to form the government when the latter met him to stake his claim to form the government with the backing of 10 JJP legislators and seven independent MLAs. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/36bi1CU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Virender Sehwag has his say on Sourav Ganguly becoming BCCI President

Virender Sehwag added that a lot of cricketers benefitted a lot from Sourav Ganguly’s captaincy and he feels that Indian cricket might get a huge push forward with him at the helm at BCCI. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/32SpNzk https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Saudi hosts 'Davos in desert' as outrage fades over Khashoggi murder

Dozens of global policymakers and tycoons will attend a Saudi investment summit starting Tuesday, helping the kingdom turn the page on a critic’s murder that triggered a mass boycott last year. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/34bHI4x https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Ahead of Ayodhya verdict, PM recalls 'mature role' by parties after 2010 ruling

Addressing the people in his monthly “Mann ki Baat” radio address, the prime minister said he vividly remembers the September of 2010 when several “interest groups” had tried to exploit the situation to their interest. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31W81u0 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

PM Modi's $5 trillion economy goal powerful vision: World Bank chief

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PM Narendra Modi Mann ki Baat highlights: In address on Diwali, PM Modi pushes for...

In is address Mann ki Baat on Diwali, PM Modi said, “in our country, every region has so many diverse festivals which the Indians living abroad must promote so as to facilitate festival tourism in India.” from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31SzUTs https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Most of the winning incumbents, new lawmakers from BJP

This is slightly higher than the last assembly where 78% were candidates contesting for the first time. In the Maharashtra elections, 3237 candidates contested the elections for the 288-member strong Maharashtra state legislative assembly, of which 84% (2730) contested their first election. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31OwrW0 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US kills ISIS leader Al-Baghdadi in top-secret operation: Report

Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, leader of the Islamic State militant group, was killed in a raid by the U.S. military, Newsweek reported, citing an Army official who was briefed on the operations. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/36bhmB8 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Something very big has just happened': Donald Trump to make major statement to...

According to American outlet Newsweek, Trump had recently approved a special operations raid against IS, targeting its leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2PomewU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

BJP-led alliance will provide stable government, says Maharashtra CM Devendra F...

The process of government formation will start after Diwali, Fadnavis said, addressing party workers at a Diwali gathering here. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/368ZkQk https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Deepotsava' in Ayodhya: Over 5.50 lakh lamps lit as part of Diwali celebrations

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Kurt Cobain's cigarette-burned sweater sells for $334,000

The tattered, olive-green, Manhattan-brand, button-up sweater, which has never been washed since Cobain wore it, came with dark stains and a burn hole. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2pgi0wM https://ift.tt/2zbki14

350,000 protesters flood Barcelona for separatist 'freedom' rally

Shouting: “Occupation forces, out!” and “The Spanish flag, out!” they hurled hundreds of multicolour plastic balls and marbles at the riot police guarding the building, who did not respond despite the rising tension. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2NeFE4F https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Age, gender, assets: A profile of newly elected Maharashtra House

The data for the analysis has been sourced from candidate affidavits digitised by the Association for Democratic Reforms and merged with the Trivedi Centre for Political Data’s dataset on political candidates sourced from the Election Commission of India’s statistical reports. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2pitUGj https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Man charged over deaths of 39 people in UK lorry: police

The accused, Maurice Robinson, from Northern Ireland has been apprehended and charged by the police. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2BJuTSE https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Jail, hefty fine for selling firecrackers on Diwali in Dubai

Over the last few years, Dubai Municipality inspectors have been cracking down on the illegal sale of fireworks during the festival. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/31MQkN5 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

100 years ago, this Indian was Oxford's first doctor

Sarup, who graduated from DAV College, Lahore, in 1913 and obtained MA in Sanskrit from Oriental College, Lahore, was the first of two students enrolled on Oxford’s DPhil, the other was James Bronte Gatenby from New Zealand. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2NktdUW https://ift.tt/2zbki14

BJP-Trinamool in sparring bout over NCRB infiltration numbers in Bengal

Infiltration has been a matter of intense political controversy in Bengal, where the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the state’s ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) have locked horns over the former’s threat to drive out infiltrators. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BIJ8al https://ift.tt/2zbki14

BJP-JJP ready to form government in Haryana: Amit Shah

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Ravi Shastri reacts on Sourav Ganguly's appointment as BCCI president, says 'It's...

India head coach Ravi Shastri congratulated Sourav Ganguly after he took over as the BCCI president, saying ‘The move indicates Indian cricket is moving in right direction.’ from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/33Z6zbm https://ift.tt/2zbki14

UPSC IES Result 2019 declared, check merit list for engineering services main exam...

UPSC engineering services (main) result 2019 declared at upsc.gov.in. A total of 494 candidates have qualified. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BKdt8v https://ift.tt/2zbki14

No surgery for Jasprit Bumrah great news for India in busy season

Jasprit Bumrah is getting conservative treatment, recovery for which takes less time than that of a surgery. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BM7eRD https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Tripura to merge 961 state-run, aided schools

Faced with infrastructure- related issues and low enrolment of students, the Tripura government has decided to merge 961 state-run and aided schools. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31QCM3g https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Openers, 'keeper, all-rounder, pacer: 7 cricketers who took Vijay Hazare Trophy...

The Vijay Hazare Trophy concluded on Friday with Karnataka beating Tamil Nadu by 60 runs via VJD method. Here’s a look back at the top performers of India’s premier one-day tournament. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/365SJGb https://ift.tt/2zbki14

With impressive win, Aaditya Thackeray at centre of alliance talks in Maharasht...

Now, the 29-year-old is at the centre of intense discussions between poll allies, the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Shiv Sena, which won 105 seats and 56 seats in the state assembly elections, respectively. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2oiR0MB https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Congress hits out at JJP, says it was and will remain a B-team of BJP

Hooda, who arrived in Delhi on Friday, held discussions with senior party leaders and his supporters throughout the day. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/342px0Y https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Assam govt panel to review detention centres after row over death of two foreig...

The Assam government’s move follows a controversy over refusal of a family to accept the body of a declared foreigner who died in a detention centre, months after the National Register of Citizens (NRC) published on August 31 left out 1.9 million people in Assam . from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qEfyQX https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Ancient Indian Wisdom' course introduced in Dharamshala Degree College, Dalai Lama...

Talking about the Ancient Indian Knowledge, Dalai Lama has been making efforts for the revival of knowledge and has been speaking about his commitment to many Indian youths. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31RcnSN https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Rajasthan govt gives nod to 960 new PG medical seats

A total of 960 Post Graduate medical seats will be increased in six colleges under a Centrally sponsored scheme to promote medical education from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qNKC0T https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Gopal Kanda: The man who wouldn't be a kingmaker again

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has said it will form an alliance with Dushyant Chautala’s Jannayak Janata Party (JJP), which has 10 MLAs, to form a government in Haryana. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2PvcJfJ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

In Haryana, just 6,877 extra votes could have helped BJP get majority on its own

In a first-past-the-post system, a party has to just finish first in order to win a seat. Let us assume that the candidates A and B, which finished first and second, have 100 and 90 votes in a constituency. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2PkdAQ7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Priya Ramani was upset after meeting MJ Akbar, witness testifies

Ramani, then a recent graduate of journalism, had visited Akbar for an interview in Asian Age, a newspaper of which he was editor at the time. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2PocMtt https://ift.tt/2zbki14

No justice if Gopal Kanda in power: Brother of air hostess who killed herself

Gopal Kanda, on Friday, extended his unconditional support to the BJP for forming the state government. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2PgpWsy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Washington banning US flights to all Cuban cities but Havana

The stated reason for the move is to prevent tourism to Cuba, which is banned by U.S. law. But it is not clear how many people take the flights for tourism purposes. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2PmQRTl https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Renewed anti-government protests in Iraq leave 42 dead: Report

The protests represent a second phase of a week-long movement in early October that ended with more than 150 people dead. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2Pr3tct https://ift.tt/2zbki14

PoK a terrorist-controlled part of Pakistan: Army chief

Speaking at the Field Marshal KM Cariappa Memorial Lecture, Rawat said that Pakistan had been raising the issue of the abrogation of Article 370 that granted special status to J&K, but hadn’t objected to it when the same was introduced with a clear provision that it was a temporary measure. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MLNsfa https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Woman strangles 8-year-old son to death in Thane

Sheetal separated from her husband, Vaibhav, a resident of Vikhroli, 18 months ago and their divorce proceedings are ongoing. They were married 10 years ago. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2NgOTRM https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Splinter group founder to key man: Rise and rise of Dushyant Chautala

Dushyant was busy carving out a different career path.Having reached Parliament after defeating another Haryana political heavyweight, Kuldeep Bishnoi, the youngest MP had notched up in just a few months a record of taking part in 22 debates, posing 152 questions and an attendance of 89%. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2PhHWTc https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Manohar Khattar to meet governor, stake claim today

The efforts culminated on Friday night, with the BJP announcing an alliance with the fledgling Jannayak Janata Party (JJP), which won 10 of Haryana’s 90 seats and was expected to play a key role in state politics. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2pUQlBm https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Trade boost on agenda for Modi-Merkel meet

Merkel will arrive in India on October 31 for the day-long visit at Modi’s invitation. She will be accompanied by several ministers and state secretaries of the German government and a high-level business delegation. The two leaders will jointly chair the fifth biennial inter-governmental consultations. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2JCYqC3 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Gujarat firm gets contract to redesign New Delhi's Central Vista, Parliament

In September, government officials met 15 architects interested in the project and submitted 24 proposals. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/32XQLpa https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'If you show arrogance...': Sena after ally BJP's vote share dips in Maharashtra

In an editorial in its mouthpiece “Saamana”, the Sena, which also saw a drop in its 2014 tally, said the mandate has rejected the notion that elections can be swept by engineering defections and splitting opposition parties. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/32XOqKU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Kalpana Chawla used to say someday she'd be 'kidnapped' in outer space: Father

Using cinematic recreations, along with interviews with her parents and close friends, the life of Kalpana Chawla has come alive in a 45-minute bilingual (English and Hindi) documentary. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Jm33jt https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Optimistic', says Manohar Khattar ahead of Delhi meetings to bump up support for...

The BJP won 40 seats in the assembly polls held to elect a new government in Haryana and fell six short of a simple majority in the 90-member House. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2NdOMXg https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Haryana Election 2019 Results: Dushyant Chautala to decide next move after meeting...

Chautala has not taken a final stand on joining hands with either the BJP or the Congress after he appeared to have emerged as a kingmaker in the hung assembly. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/364BDs6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Heart-stopping clip shows car crashing into another. It ended up saving a couple's...

The video was shared by Phoenix Police Department and quickly captured people’s attention. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/341r1IG https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Manohar Khattar airdashes to Delhi to seal Haryana pact: 10 Points

In the blueprint that is being finalised, the ruling BJP intends to get the support of seven lawmakers to cross the majority mark - five Independent MLAs, Haryana Lokhit Party Gopal Kanda and Indian National Lok Dal’s Abhay Chautala - rather than rely on Jannayak Janta Party’s Dushyant Chautala who was aspiring to be Haryana’s kingmaker. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2p0ruMF https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs Bangladesh: Sourav Ganguly meets Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma to discuss ...

Ind vs Ban: It is understood that veteran Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s future in international cricket was discussed during the meeting between new BCCI president Sourav Ganguly, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, though everyone stayed tight-lipped. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BIjYIQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Haryana Assembly Election Result 2019: Khattar to meet Nadda as efforts to form...

BJP is still the single largest party and can stitch together a majority if some of the seven independents, one Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) MLA and one Haryana Lokhit Party (HLP) legislator, decide to back it. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2JlQODx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'BJP will do 'jugaad' to form government in Haryana': Kamal Nath

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Donald Trump ready to mediate on Kashmir if asked by India, Pakistan: US

US President Trump obviously has expressed his concern over the level of tension between India and Pakistan. And he discussed Kashmir directly in his meetings with Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Imran Khan, a senior State Department official said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Pjn91C https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indians will no longer require visas to visit Brazil,says its President Jair Bo...

Bolsonaro, a far-right politician, came to power at the beginning of the year and has made it a policy to reduce visa requirements from a number of developed countries. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WcINGh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Storm-hit areas in Japan brace for heavy rains, 60,000 advised to evacuate

At least 82 people were killed when Hagibis lashed central and eastern Japan with heavy rains and high winds. Nearly a dozen are still missing and more than 300 were injured. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2WeagaQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'They're fake': US president Trump cancels NYT, Washington Post subscriptions; federal...

President Trump likes to call these two publications - New York Times and Washington Post - “failing Times” and the “Amazon Post”, which the Post pointed out in a report Thursday, were inaccurate. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2pVLlMP https://ift.tt/2zbki14

The exit poll that came closest to Congress' seat tally

Gupta said his agency polled 23,000 people across Haryana -- at least 200 interviews in each constituency. He added that he interviewed at least 400 people himself. That’s clearly paid off. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/32LruPb https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Haryana Assembly Election Result 2019: 'Have no plans of supporting BJP', says JJP's...

The Jannayak Janata Party, formed less than a year ago, is going to be a key player in Haryana politics, having bagged 10 seats in the 90-member assembly. It’s leader Dushyant Chautala says that the party will decide the course of action after a meeting of MLAs. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/343kU6C https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Another trucker, his helper shot dead in Kashmir; toll reaches 5

It is the latest in a series of attacks targeting the fruit industry, one of the economic mainstays of the Valley, and non-Kashmiris, following the change in the constitutional status of Jammu & Kashmir. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2p2pJi4 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Wind-whipped fires rage across California as lights go dark

In Northern California wine country, authorities ordered 2,000 people to evacuate as a wildfire exploded to more than 15 square miles (39 square kilometers), whipped up by the strong winds that prompted utilities statewide to impose blackouts to prevent such fires from igniting from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/32LJ4Tc https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Scotland Yard clamps down on Kashmir protest on Diwali

The restrictions on the 10,000-strong protest were announced following pressure from New Delhi and the Indian community concerned over potential for repeat of recent violence. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2BHjmn2 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Vinod Sharma on similarities between 2019 assembly polls and Gujarat elections

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Maharashtra, Haryana poll results a hope for Cong after successive debacles

Contrary to what political observers and exit polls predicted, the Congress has done well in Haryana and, along with its ally, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), put up some resistance in Maharashtra. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31LI6oG https://ift.tt/2zbki14

How will Maharashtra, Haryana results affect Rajya Sabha math?

Maharashtra and Haryana send 19 and five members respectively to the Rajya Sabha. Of the five members from Haryana, the Congress has just one, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has three while Subash Chandra is an independent. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31IIDrw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Delhi's air quality back in 'very poor' zone, days after Diwali may be worse

The daily air quality index (AQI) in Delhi – calculated as a 24-hour average till 4pm – was at 311 on Thursday, a level last seen on October 16 before a pick-up in wind speeds helped keep air pollution down. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/3601VvT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

How many days you want restrictions? Supreme Court asks Centre on Kashmir

The state was put under communication lockdown a day before the scrapping of the special status in Jammu and Kashmir. All mobile, landline and internet services were snapped. Schools, colleges and offices were shut and curbs were put on movement on roads. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/35YZxoY https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Infosys says US market regulator probing 'unethical practices' complaint

SEC also disclosed claims that Chief Financial Officer Nilanjan Roy prevented employees from highlighting issues around large deals in presentations to the board. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/33W05Kp https://ift.tt/2zbki14

BJP-Sena continue march in NCP's erstwhile bastion of Western Maharashtra

If trends are anything to go by, the breach in the region is a major setback for Pawar who had extensively campaigned across the state, especially the region that elects 70 legislators to the 288-member state assembly. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/35Y9x1M https://ift.tt/2zbki14

BJP, Shiv Sena set to retain hold of Mumbai

The Shiv Sena had contested 16 of the 19 seats it had contested while the BJP is leading in 13 seats. The party had contested 17 seats as part of the alliance. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2pMRMlz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Haryana assembly elections 2019: Dushyant Chautala's JJP may prove to be kingma...

The JJannayak Janta Party, which is an offshoot of former chief minister Om Prakash Chautala’s Indian National Lok Dal (INLD), seems to have completely appropriated the Jat vote bank of the INLD. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BAorgR https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Bahumat aayega', predicts Hooda as counting underway in Haryana

Most exit polls predicted that the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would perform better in the state than it did in 2014. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/32K6Len https://ift.tt/2zbki14

BJP-Shiv Sena takes big lead in Maharashtra

As expected, NCP is seen to be scoring from the Western Maharashtra, where it enjoys the strong support of Maratha community. Congress is likely to gain a few seats from Vidarbha, as per the initial trends. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BEfanV https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Maharashtra BJP makes 'victory' preparations, places order for 5000 laddus

Reports say, BJP officials have given order for 5000 ‘laddus’ and for putting up a huge screen to see the live coverage of counting. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2WeVqkb https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Here's why social media not actually linked to teen anxiety, depression

The amount of time teenagers spend on social networking sites has risen by 62.5 per cent since 2012 and continues to grow. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/2JczFwb https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, seeking 2nd term, leads in early trends

Fadnavis has not only cemented his position as the chief minister in the past five years but also emerged the tallest leader in Maharashtra, putting in the shade even party veteran and another RSS favourite from Nagpur, Nitin Gadkari. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2oiCaG4 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Donald Trump lifts Turkey sanctions, quits 'blood-stained' Syria

The long-planned operation started after Donald Trump announced the exit of the small, but politically significant US military force from Syria which had until then been closely allied with the Kurds. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2NegoMa https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Manju Warrier claims threat to life from Odiyan director Sreekumar Menon, filmmaker...

Actor Manju Warrier has filed a complaint of defamation and threat to life from filmmaker Sreekumar Menon. The director has spoken in his defence. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2PichkD https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India moves up 14 spots to 63 on World Bank's ease of doing business ranking

India also figured among the the top 10 performers on the list for the third time in a row. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2JiyISU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Haryana Election Result 2019 Live: BJP locked in multi-cornered fight with Cong,...

Haryana Election Results 2019 Live Updates: Counting for assembly election will begin at 8 am. The ruling BJP in Haryana is locked in a multi-cornered contest with the Congress, the Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) and the Jannayak Janta Party (JJP). from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31IXsdv https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Maharashtra Election Result 2019 LIVE: All eyes on Maharashtra as counting begins...

Maharashtra Election Results 2019 Live: Going by the poll prediction, if the assembly election result declares Bharatiya Janata Party as the winner in Maharashtra, the victory will further increase the stature of Devendra Fadnavis amongst the young leaders in the party. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/364LUou https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Raids find tax fraud of Rs 1K-crore by e-governance service provider Alankit gr...

According to the company’s website, Alankit has collaborated with the State Bank of India and the Bank of Baroda to enable people to access a range of banking facilities through internet-enabled kiosk outlets of the two banks. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2pQIVit https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Assembly election results 2019 live updates: Amid tight security, counting for Maharashtra...

Assembly Election Results 2019 Live Updates: Amid tight security, counting of votes in Haryana and Maharashtra will begin at 8 am today. Follow live updates here from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2pKDQsa https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Iran executes children in violation of human rights law: UN expert

The UN special investigator on human rights in Iran, expressed deep concern at the overall use of the death penalty in the Islamic Republic, saying its execution rate ‘remains one of the highest in the world’ even after a drop from 507 in 2017 to 253 in 2018. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/32IxqII https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Journalists urge action against Google over EU copyright dispute

But Google said last month that articles, pictures and videos would be shown in search results only if media firms consent to let the tech giant use it for free. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2MIjZTF https://ift.tt/2zbki14

BJP confident of an easy win, Congress pins hope on rural seats in Haryana

So far, most exit polls have predicted a comfortable win for the ruling party, while one exit poll has suggested a neck-and-neck fight between the Bharatiya Janata Party(BJP) and the Congress, the result of which could be a hung assembly. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31G3X0A https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Man sets wife ablaze post fight about Diwali expenses in Pune

According to the complaint filed by the victim, the accused doused her in kerosene and set her on fire over a verbal spat. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2ocBqlD https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Maharashtra verdict today: Saffron state or Opposition revival?

In the first major set of state polls after the BJP’s win in the Lok Sabha elections in May, Maharashtra saw a contest between the National Democratic Alliance of the BJP and Shiv Sena on one side, and the Opposition alliance of the Congress and NCP on the other. Both sides were optimistic about the results. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2pKTLGU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Swiggy customer in Hyderabad refuses to accept food delivered by Muslim man

While ordering, the customer mentioned his preferences which included a ‘Hindu delivery person’. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BG3xwS https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Woman missing from home can't travel alone in Saudi Arabia

The move, part of de facto ruler Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s plan to revamp the national image, ended a longstanding rule that prompted some extreme attempts to flee the kingdom. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2JgqlqW https://ift.tt/2zbki14

China plans to replace Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam: Report

Leading candidates being considered to replace Carrie Lam reportedly include Norman Chan, former head of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, and Henry Tang, who has also served as the territory’s financial secretary and chief secretary for administration. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2MGm0zz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Female movie characters more prone to stereotypes than their male counterparts

Many commercial films worldwide continue to express womanhood in a stereotypical manner than men. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/2P8xqxH https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sourav Ganguly officially takes charge as 39th BCCI president

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Wednesday formally took over as the 39th president of BCCI in the General Body Meeting it the cricket board’s headquarters in Mumbai. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BMiUE5 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

No need to recuse, rules Supreme Court on demand that judge step away from case

Farmland owners had opposed justice Mishra heading the five-judge bench because he had authored one of the two judgements that has been referred to the constitution bench to determine its correctness. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2N86wU3 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Mumbai-Ahmedabad Tejas Express tickets to cost Rs1,700-Rs 2,000

Tejas Express, India’s first private train, will leave from Ahmedabad at 6.40am and reach Mumbai by 1.15pm. It will depart from Mumbai at 3.40pm and reach Ahmedabad at 10.25pm. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MFfCsr https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US attorney supports India's Article 370 move, compares PM Modi with Abraham Li...

Ravi Batra, the New York attorney, said like former US President Abraham Lincoln, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also took extraordinary steps like legal amendments to have legal authority and then installing a massive force to prevent fatalities in Kashmir from motivated fire-fights by cross-border or home-grown terrorists. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Jf3Bb7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Where are the PDS beneficiaries? Rajasthan government is looking for answers

In last 12 months, 3 million people in Rajasthan haven’t turn up to claim ration from Fair Price Shops for two months in a row from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2p7G1WF https://ift.tt/2zbki14

In Kathua rape case, court orders FIR against SIT members

A local court on Tuesday ordered Jammu superintendent of police (SSP) Tejinder Singh to register an FIR against six members of the special investigation team (SIT). from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/35Y1HFr https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Metro Matters: What can we do to make Delhi breathable?

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BJP, JD(U) may not tie up for Jharkhand assembly elections

The two parties are part of the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) at the Centre, and run a coalition government in Bihar. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2of109O https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Delhi man changed appearance, lived as homeless to avoid arrest after killing m...

A police official said that through the suspect’s friends and relatives, it was learnt that he was a drug addict and often found wandering outside temples in Delhi, Haridwar, Modi Nagar and other places. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2W3tOP1 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Sonia Gandhi reaches Tihar jail to meet DK Shivakumar, delivers a message

Gandhi was at Tihar last month too to visit former minister P Chidambaram who was arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation in the INX Media case. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2PlK50v https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Sick rule': Yuvraj Singh, Harbhajan Singh question BCCI after Punjab's exit from...

Tamil Nadu reached the semi-finals on the basis of more wins than Punjab in the league stage after their quarter-final game was cut short by rain. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qClYAd https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indian-Canadian politician set to emerge as 'kingmaker' as Trudeau poised to form...

With 24 seats in its kitty, the NDP has lost nearly 50 per cent of the seats it had won in 2015. The party, led by Thomas Mulcair, had won 44 seats, becoming the third-largest party in the House of Commons in 2015. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2JgbP2q https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Justin Trudeau wins Canada vote, loses majority

Trudeau’s Liberal Party took the most seats in parliament but lost its majority in Monday’s balloting. That means it will have to rely on an opposition party to pass legislation. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2N0Vr78 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

White House denounces 'smear campaign' against Donald Trump

The White House rejected damning testimony Tuesday from a US diplomat in Donald Trump’s impeachment probe as part of a “smear campaign” from the far left of the Democratic Party. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/32EAohn https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Man held with 747kg of banned firecrackers in east Delhi

Earlier this month, the Delhi Police arrested another man and seized from him 146kg firecrackers which had stocked at a warehouse near Dwarka. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/33UFvKA https://ift.tt/2zbki14

White House denounces 'smear campaign' against Donald Trump

Satya Pal Malik may be Lt Guv of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh Union territories

There has been speculation that J&K governor Satya Pal Malik, 73, could preside over both UTs--J&K and Ladakh--even as the J&K Reorganisation Act provides for separate L-Gs for both UTs. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2W5qPFC https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Disturbing, scary': Thousand gunshots rang, over 100 lives lost in Delhi this ...

What is worrying is that many of the shootings were reported from east, south, central and west Delhi, rather than just the city’s more notorious outer reaches. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qCyTSH https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Army officer, 3 militants killed in Jammu and Kashmir

Giving details of the Rajouri incident, a senior Army officer told PTI that a patrol team saw “suspicious movement” near the forward area along LoC in the Kalal belt of Nowshera sector and engaged with the terrorists. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BwlwFX https://ift.tt/2zbki14

18 terrorists killed in PoK strikes: Officials

The officials added that all the terror launch pads housing Jaish-e-Mohammed and other jihadists were destroyed in the pin-point artillery firing by the Indian army – retaliatory action to indiscriminate and unprovoked Pakistani firing along the Line of Control. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/33S5TEJ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Virat Kohli & Co register comprehensive victory at Ranchi as India complete maiden...

Ind vs SA: With this victory, Virat Kohli and his team completed a 3-0 clean sweep, India’s first ever against South Africa in a bilateral Test series. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/35W0a2L https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs South Africa Live Score, 3rd Test, Day 4: India 2 wickets away from clean...

India vs South Africa Live Score, 3rd Test, Day 4: Catch all the live score and updates from the 3rd Test in Ranchi. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/32EodRu https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Law graduates in 2016 can now apply for post of civil judge in Tamil Nadu

The lawyers submitted that their applications were not accepted online though they fulfilled all criteria, as their provisional certificates were issued on a date prior to September 9 2016. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2p2CZ6a https://ift.tt/2zbki14

NASA wants international partners to go to Moon too

The Americans are developing a spacecraft (Orion) and a mini space station (Gateway) that will remain in lunar orbit, which will in theory be used for a first crewed mission in 2024, Artemis 3. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2JeodjI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

From 2021, no Assam govt jobs for those with more than two children

In September 2017, the Assam Assembly had passed the ‘Population and Women Empowerment Policy of Assam’ that specified that job candidates with two children only would be eligible for government employment and the existing government staff were to strictly follow the two children family norm. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/32AIyaB https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Infosys CEO Salil Parekh accused of 'unethical practices', shares take worst dive...

The complaint dated Sept. 20 is the latest in a series of whistle-blower complaints that wrought havoc at Asia’s second-most valuable IT services firm, triggering the exit of previous CEO Vishal Sikka after a confrontation with co-founder Narayana Murthy. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qzfWQR https://ift.tt/2zbki14

TSSPDCL recruitment 2019: Application process begins for 2500 junior lineman

The Telangana State Southern Power Distribution Limited (TSSPDCL) is hiring 2500 junior lineman for which class 12th pass candidates can apply. The online application process will begin from October 22 and will conclude on November 10, 2019. Check details here. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31C16Wx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

SSC CGL 2019 notification to be released today, check important dates here

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will release the notification for its Combined Graduate level (CGL) exam 2019 today, on October 22 from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2W9wjiQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

DUTA to discuss moves to create institute of eminence and board of governors within...

The teachers expressed resentment against the proposal to create an “institute of eminence” within the varsity, saying the step will strip the university itself of its distinction and prove to be a sure recipe for its “denigration and disintegration”. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MWP7O0 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Deeply concerned over reports of human rights abuses, religious discrimination in...

Pakistan’s laws and policies continue to discriminate against members because of their faith, said Acting Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia Alice G Wells. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2N7KKzU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Marathi actress Pooja Zunjar dies after delivery, kin blame lack of ambulance

Relatives of the deceased actress, Pooja Zunjar, claimed she would have been alive had they managed to get an ambulance in time. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Jd2eJN https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'P Chidambaram, Karti met Mukerjeas, officials buried violations': CBI in INX charge...

That the meeting happened with P Chidambaram and his son Karti Chidambaram, CBI says in the charge sheet reviewed by HT, is corroborated by records of the Mukerjeas’ stay at Hotel Oberoi in Delhi for the relevant period and their taxi bill for travel. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31GESCY https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pak's harbouring of terrorist groups destabilising, obstacle in talks with India:...

The United States, Wells said, welcomes Prime Minister Imran Khan’s recent unambiguous statement that terrorists from Pakistan who carry out violence in Kashmir are enemies of both Kashmiris and Pakistan. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Jbktzw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Not something to go on dancing about: Abhijit Banerjee's mother on Nobel win

Showing excellent composure, Banerjee last week went to sleep for an hour after getting to know that he had got the coveted award in Economics jointly with Esther Duflo - his wife - and Michael Kremer. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2P7fnYB https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Same-sex marriage, abortion laws liberalised in Northern Ireland

British lawmakers in July approved decriminalising abortion and creating lawful access to abortion services, as well as rolling out new regulations to allow same-sex marriage and civil partnerships. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31A3tJt https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Same-sex marriage, abortion laws liberalised in Northern Ireland

Kidnappings rise, murders and rapes decline; UP witnessing 10% of total crimes:...

Murder cases registered a decline of 5.9% in 2017. As many as 28,653 killings were recorded in 2017, down from 30,450 in 2016, the NCRB report said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31wDnXH https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Exit polls 2019 say BJP will sweep Maharashtra, Haryana

If the exit polls turn out to be correct, the results will reinforce the BJP’s steady rise as a hegemonic force in Indian politics, cement Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s popularity further, help it sustain the gains it made in the Lok Sabha elections. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2W7tpej https://ift.tt/2zbki14

After 214 births, government to boost 'Jiyo Parsi' scheme

The Centre announced the Jiyo Parsi Scheme in September 2013 to check the declining Parsi population. According to the Union minority affairs ministry, the population declined from about 114,000 in 1941 to 57,264 in 2011. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/35SRtpD https://ift.tt/2zbki14

From trickle-down to bottom-up, India needs to rethink its economics |Opinion

Investing in human capabilities will yield sustainable growth in the long-term. Delhi is showing the way from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2N242q1 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Govt seeks RBI nod to expand FASTag usage

FASTags, which are affixed on windscreens of vehicles to enable automatic deduction of toll charges without stopping, have been made mandatory for toll payment from December 1. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2My5EsL https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Make-or-break days ahead for Delhi's anti-pollution battle

The study has also suggested that Delhi’s air quality is mainly dependent on pollution sources within a radius of 75km around the national capital. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2N4HWTS https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Pakistan is Pakistan': RS Prasad says after Pakistan stops postal services

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Maharashtra polls: Aamir Khan, Madhuri Dixit cast their votes among others

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Shooters come to blows at Delhi's Karni Singh Range - Watch video

The incident happened when the two shooters started fighting with each other in broad daylight close to the firing area where other shooters were still training. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2P8Nqj9 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Has MS Dhoni retired?' - Sarfaraz Ahmed's wife backs Pakistan cricketer to make...

The wicketkeeper was also not named in the squad for the upcoming series. After the announcement, rumours started circulating that the 32-year might announce retirement. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2N3sU0C https://ift.tt/2zbki14

BJP's 'most honest man', tweets Rahul Gandhi in new attack over EVMs

Rahul Gandhi shared a video clip of sitting MLA Bakshish Singh Virk and called him “the most honest man” in the BJP. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/35NCH3L https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Maharashtra polls: Fadnavis, Gadkari , Bhagwat & others cast their vote

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India vs South Africa: Rohit Sharma's cheeky response to reporters leaves everyone...

Opening in Tests presents a different challenge from what he is used to in white-ball cricket. “And a different challenge to batting at No.5 or No.7 at times. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/35S2x6A https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Train services affected, orange alert in 12 districts as heavy rain lashes Kera...

The India Meteorological Dept (IMD) has issued orange alert issued for Monday in 12 districts, including Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Alapuzha, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode and Wayanad. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Mw1eCI https://ift.tt/2zbki14

CBI asks SC to transfer sleaze CD trial to Delhi, Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel...

Tushar Mehta, the government’s second most-senior law officer, told the Supreme Court that witnesses were being threatened in this case. The Supreme Court has also issued a notice to the state government. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Bt1U5B https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Haryana assembly election 2019: Dushyant Chautala arrives on tractor with family...

Dushyant Chautala is being seen as the real inheritor of his great grandfather and former Deputy Prime Minister Devi Lal’s political legacy. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2o8CJCg https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Buy swords, not silver utensils on Dhanteras': UP BJP leader

Gajraj Rana said he is advising members of the Hindu community to buy swords for their security. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2P6AxWO https://ift.tt/2zbki14

World's oldest pearl graces Abu Dhabi's Louvre

The natural pearl was found in the floor of a room discovered during excavations at Marawah Island, off the capital of the United Arab Emirates, which revealed the earliest architecture found in the country. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31AdGp8 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Month-old infant killed, 5 injured in fire at children's hospital in Hyderabad

The incident happened at around 2.30am, when the fire broke out with a loud noise in the ICU of Shine Children’s Hospital in LB Nagar area, according to the police. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2VXxKR6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Assembly Elections 2019 | Voting begins in Haryana and Maharashtra

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Maharashtra assembly elections 2019: BJP-Sena will register a record-breaking victory,...

Railways minister Piyush Goyal who voted in Mumbai said that people of Maharashtra will once again opt for the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and CM Devendra Fadnavis. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BtQHBF https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'American dream' shattered, horror of heavy debt haunts Indians deported from M...

Deep said he saw three people die before his eyes, in the Panama forests and many comrades, of his group of 23, fall ill from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/32wD9RD https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Assembly elections polling 2019: BJP looks to secure a second term as Haryana, Maharashtra...

Both the states are ruled by the BJP, in an alliance with the Shiv Sena in Maharashtra and on its own in Haryana. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/33QkvV0 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US bombed own airbase in Syria before withdrawing troops: Report

The United States bombed its military base with landing facilities for transport aircraft in the Tal Baydar settlement close to the town of Tal Tamr, where fighting between the US-backed Kurdish forces and the Turkish army is underway, the Syrian Arab News Agency reported. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2oXXVex https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Resurgent Hong Kong protesters stage huge rally, violence erupts again

Hong Kong, an international financial centre, has been battered by months of huge and often violent protests over fears that Beijing is tightening its grip on the territory, the worst political crisis since colonial ruler Britain handed it back to China in 1997. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/35VZOJx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Assembly elections polling 2019: Enrich festival of democracy, tweets PM Modi as...

By-polls are also being held in as many as 51 assembly seats and two Lok Sabha constituencies spread across 17 states and one Union territory on Monday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qohQ6C https://ift.tt/2zbki14

DU teacher found dead on railway lines, mom found hanging 30 minutes later

Investigators said they suspect the teacher, who taught at St Stephen’s College, may have killed his mother before taking his own life, as they found clothes stuffed in the woman’s mouth and her limbs tied. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MwSOel https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Kamlesh Tiwari's suspected killers booked hotel 1.5 km from his house: Cops

Senior superintendent of police (SSP) Kalanidhi Naithani said the two suspects booked room number G-10 of Khalsa Inn hotel in Lalkuan, which is barely 20 minutes walk from Kamlesh Tiwari’s office-cum-residence in Khursheed Bagh. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/35N0SPP https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Longest direct flight arrives in Sydney from New York, marks new aviation miles...

Qantas flight QF7879 took 19 hours and 16 minutes to fly direct from New York to Sydney in the first of three “ultra long-haul” journeys planned by the airline this year. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MwQPGV https://ift.tt/2zbki14

US bombed own airbase in Syria before withdrawing troops: Report

India vs South Africa live score, 3rd Test, Day 2 in Ranchi: Bad light stops play...

India vs South Africa live score, 3rd Test Day 2 in Ranchi: Follow live updates and scorecard of Ind vs SA 3rd Test Day 2 in Ranchi. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2pB1BCT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Piyush Goyal urges 'mass movement' against those opposed to 'development'

Piyush Goyal said NGOs and activists were obstructing justice for the poor of India by opposing the government’s developmental work. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/32wekVT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Rahul Gandhi backs Abhijt Banerjee, says 'Millions of Indians proud of your wor...

Rahul Gandhi said Abhijit Banerjee’s critics have no idea what a professional is. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2N9obuH https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India vs South Africa: Rohit Sharma becomes first Indian to complete double hundred...

The right-handed batsman went on to script his maiden double hundred to help his side take complete control of the match. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/35SxW8P https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India plans 'blueprint' to woo firms fleeing China

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman told reporters Saturday that it might be important for the government to move “now and see and meet up with industries and invite them”. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MV82c2 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Boeing wants it to fly, but travelers fear the 737 MAX

It’s not known when the MAX will return to service. Boeing, which still has not submitted a modified version of the MCAS system to regulators, hopes it will be before the end of the year. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2N1fMcm https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Donald Trump abandons plan to host 2020 G7 meeting at his Florida golf resort

The Republican president faces criticism and a number of congressional investigations over his finances and potential conflicts of interest stemming from his real estate business, which he still owns, and an impeachment inquiry into accusations that he pursued political interests in his dealings with Ukraine. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2quwgCn https://ift.tt/2zbki14

8 killed after landslide hits 3 vehicles in Uttarakhand

Three injured were rushed to a nearby hospital where they succumbed during the night and the bodies of five others were recovered on Sunday morning, they added. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2VWhQql https://ift.tt/2zbki14

You tend to fall in love with the same type of person, again and again

It’s common that when a relationship ends, people attribute the breakup to their ex-partner’s personality and decide they need to date a different type of person, however, research has proven otherwise. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/2VVZqWE https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Negative emotions can make you distrustful. Here's why

Negative emotions reduce how much we trust others, even if these emotions were triggered by events that have nothing to do with the decision to trust. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/2MzaSVf https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Here's why girl-boy friendships are beneficial

A girl playing with a boy might feel free to be competitive, a trait that is normally associated with boys, while a boy, playing with girls may feel free to be talkative and emotional. from Hindustan Times - sex-relationships http://bit.ly/35PUqHB https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Countrywide strike on October 22 may affect operations: Oriental Bank

Of late, a number of banks like -- Bank of Maharashtra, Syndicate Bank and Bank of Baroda -- have come out with similar warnings. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MxBXI4 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Gandhi ji 2.0 is what we need': Shah Rukh Khan at PM Modi's event

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Sweets box, CCTV footage help cops trace Kamlesh Tiwari murder conspirators

The SSP said the Gujarat police’s coordination helped trace Faizan Yunus, 21, who purchased sweets from the Surat shop. Through him, the police reached the key conspirators – Maulana Mohsin Sheikh, 24, and tailor Rashid Ahmad alias Rashid Pathan, 23. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MwDVsv https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Going in full speed': Nirmala Sitharaman on India-US trade negotiations

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday said negotiations between India and the United States on a trade deal are going on in “full speed” and expressed hope that it will conclude soon. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/33MibP6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

LaLiga's global pitch strikes all the right chords

LaLiga enjoys superiority over other leagues in terms of the talent pool that is available in the clubs and now the league’s ambition is to initiate a compelling global narrative. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2pyAUyK https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Two soldiers, civilian killed in ceasefire violation by Pak troops in J&K

Three civilians were also injured in the firing by Pakistani troops, police said. Two houses were damaged in the incident. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2PdaAFl https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Nigeria rescues 147 from 'torture house': state govt

Two Cameroonians and two people from Niger were among those rescued, she said. There were also four children at the school. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2MtqucL https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Anti-Brexit activists march to parliament as MPs debate deal

Beneath largely clear blue skies, demonstrators rallied near Hyde Park in central London before marching to Westminster to call for a second referendum on Britain’s planned EU departure. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2BDxwWh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

15 dead as dam collapses at Siberian gold mine

The deluge damaged temporary shelters where miners were sleeping, the Moscow-based news agency Interfax reported, citing unidentified local officials. As many as 80 people were in the accommodation at the time. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2MWXpWc https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Boris Johnson asks EU for Brexit delay, but hopes he won't need it

Bound by a law passed by opposition Members of Parliament, he formally asked the European Union to delay Brexit until Jan. 31, European Council President Donald Tusk said in a tweet. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/32z7vmw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

How trust in Narendra Modi, weak Opposition narrative aids ruling alliance

This paradox reveals an underlying pattern in the Maharashtra election. In constituencies where the BJP candidate is weak, the image of Narendra Modi, the perception of the work done by the central government, and the organisational machine helps the contestant overcome weaknesses. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2VYXmNr https://ift.tt/2zbki14

China on last lap in fight against poverty, to wipe it out by 2020

The country’s national bureau of statistics (NBS) says China lifted more than 740 million people in rural areas out of extreme poverty between 1978 and 2017 or about 19 million people a year. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2P4OCUz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Mexico admits freeing El Chapo's son after 'badly planned' operation

Admitting his troops carried out a “badly planned” operation, Defense Minister Luis Sandoval said they briefly arrested Ovidio Guzman -- one of several sons running the Sinaloa drug cartel since their father was extradited to the US in 2017 -- but released him after being overpowered. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2VT3may https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'It was wrong not to take Boris Johnson seriously': Emmanuel Macron

“He may be a colourful character sometimes but we all are at times. He’s got a temper, but he’s a leader with a real strategic vision. Those who didn’t take him seriously were wrong,” Macron told a news conference after an EU summit. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/32pQ5sy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Britain's 'Super Saturday' Brexit showdown in parliament

In an extraordinary Saturday sitting, the first since 1982, parliament will vote on approving Johnson’s deal. Britain is due to leave the EU on Oct. 31. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/33TElz5 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'I basically lied': Boeing pilot knew about 737 MAX safety flaws in 2016

In a transcript of instant messages between two employees, the 737 MAX’s then-chief technical pilot, Mark Forkner, said the so-called MCAS anti-stall system in the airplane was “running rampant” in a flight simulator session. The system has been tied to the crashes in Indonesia and Ethiopia that together killed 346 people. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2MX86rx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Greta Thunberg brings her climate protest to Canada's oil patch

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney, speaking at the Friday opening of a new gas pipeline in the province, which holds the world’s third largest oil reserves, also had a message for Thunberg and her supporters. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2VUD5IT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

West Bengal govt gives nod to conduct students' union polls after 2 years

The Higher Education Department has already sent a letter to the vice-chancellors of four unitary universities - Jadavpur University, Presidency University, Rabindra Bharati University and Diamond Harbour Women’s University - to conduct student union elections. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qnbh4d https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indrani Mukerjea claims to have paid $5 million to P Chidambaram, son Karti in bribe,...

The CBI also stated that it is awaiting response to its Letters Rogatory (formal request to a foreign court for judicial assistance) sent to five countries. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2oLcl1F https://ift.tt/2zbki14

JNU closes Parathasarathi Rocks area, students' union to protest

A university official said the Parathasarathi Rocks area has a rocky terrain and was frequented by couples and groups of men late night. In order to prevent any untoward incident, the varsity closed down the area on Wednesday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qrN0Ky https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Defence minister Rajnath Singh gives nod for girls to enter Sainik schools from...

According to a media statement, the decision was taken following the success of a pilot project initiated by the Defence Ministry for admission of girl children in Sainik School Chhingchhip in Mizoram two years ago. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qrMZpY https://ift.tt/2zbki14

No HoD for Hindi department in DU; students, teacher protest for appointment

The protesters said that due to absence of an HoD, not only are researchers facing issues but even the date for MPhil and PhD admissions has not yet been announced, despite a notification being issued. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2VTA3Vq https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Pressure on Pakistan, they have to act: Army chief Bipin Rawat after FATF's warning...

The global finance watchdog had warned Islamabad on Friday that it only had until February to improve its counter-terror financing operations or face international action. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/35NwggY https://ift.tt/2zbki14

IMF says corporate income tax cut will help revive investment in India

Following a marked slowdown in the last two quarters in India, the economy is expected to grow at 6.1 per cent this fiscal year, picking up to 7.0 per cent in 2020, he said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MPih1u https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India-US bilateral defence trade to reach $18 billion this year: Pentagon

Undersecretary Of Defense For Acquisition And Sustainment Ellen M Lord said the US is committed to strengthen its partnership with India while furthering military-to-military relationships and cooperation. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BrTZVT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Milk samples found to contain cancer-causing substance

Overall, 7% of the 6,432 samples tested in 1,103 cities with a population of at least 50,000 were unsafe to drink. Most of the samples that failed the safety test were processed milk samples available in the market. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/33M7Jqy https://ift.tt/2zbki14

The PMC Bank fraud exposes the limits of capitalism, writes Barkha Dutt

What makes this especially outrageous is that this could have been caught much earlier from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BndSgU https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Kamal Nath's nephew led a lavish life with banks' money: ED

One of the clubs he frequented in the US is the Provocateur Night Club, the ED said, adding that Puri and his cousin Bakul Nath (Kamal Nath’s son) , were both frequent visitors and that Puri once spent an exorbitant amount in the course of a single night at the club. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2P0lsGh https://ift.tt/2zbki14

CPCB says let employees work from home, carpool to work to curb air pollution in...

Schools should also provide transport to students to avoid the bunching of private vehicles outside, said CPCB member secretary Prashant Gargava. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2P1IgWm https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Rs 500 crore seized from self-styled godman's ashrams, biz groups

The money was channeled into land and properties in Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and abroad, the tax department said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2VSE1h9 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Arson attempt on fruit truck in Jammu and Kashmir

Some unidentified men appeared near the fruit market in Sopore and torched the apple boxes when they were being loaded, local residents said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31wKAH7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Rahul Gandhi slams PM Modi on economy, accuses Centre of playing divisive polit...

Demonetisation and ‘Gabbar Singh Tax’ (GST) have destroyed small and medium enterprises, he said. PM Modi took away spending power of the poor through demonetisation, he added. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MSFuzZ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Unnamed' person's statement crucial in INX Media graft case against Chidambaram:...

Belying the belief that former promoter of INX Media Indrani Mukherjea’s statement was the basis of Chidambaram’s prosecution in the case, the CBI said the person has stated that he was being “influenced” and “intimidated” by the senior Congress leader when not under arrest. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/35MTSSK https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Narendra Modi has no understanding of economics': Rahul Gandhi

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BJP seeks to expand base in ally Shiv Sena's stronghold

Earlier this month, the two allies finalised a seat sharing agreement, after several rounds of negotiation. Accordingly, the Sena will contest on 124 of the 288 assembly seats and the BJP on 154. The two parties had failed to clinch a pre-poll deal in 2014. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/33JPVMQ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

HPBOSE DElEd, JBT revaluation results 2019 declared at hpbose.org, direct links...

HPBOSE DElEd JBT Result 2019 : Himachal Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (HPBOSE) has declared the re-evaluation results of junior basic training (JBT) and diploma in elementary education (D.El.Ed) on its official website. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/33KA00Z https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Modi govt's key labour reform bill may get delayed

The Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2019 bill is aimed to replace 13 existing laws that relates to a wide range of labour activities including factories, plantations, motor vehicles, bidi, cinema and port. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BrPVVz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Supreme Court verdict best solution for Ayodhya dispute': Abhishek Singhvi

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Mexican media reports capture of druglord “El Chapo” Guzman's son

Mexican networks Televisa and Milenio both said security forces had confirmed the capture Ovidio Guzman, believed to be influential in the cartel along with his bother Ivan and Archivaldo since his father was imprisoned in the United States. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/31oiiP6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Tibetan graduates need to 'expose and criticise Dalai Lama' for Chinese govt jo...

The new requirements for Tibetan graduates go beyond what is in the list of qualifications for graduates from other parts of the country, the International Campaign for Tibet (ICT) said in a statement Thursday. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/32uvrHO https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Backed by China, Pakistan expects to avert blacklisting over terrorism financing

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) last year placed Pakistan on a grey list of countries with inadequate controls over terrorism financing. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2oTnsp3 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Jadavpur University deserves institute of excellence status: Bengal governor

Jadavpur University Chancellor Jagdeep Dhankhar said the alumni of the varsity “were making huge contributions all over the globe and they can also contribute to the upward growth of the university from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MtdrrT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Delhi University 96th convocation on November 4

DU 96th convocation: A total of 600 doctoral degrees, 60 DM and MCh degrees, and 300 medals and prizes will be awarded, it said. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2OX2YXb https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Delhi's Achilles heel: Eight spots with foulest air in national capital

The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has identified 13 ‘hot spots’ where unchecked violations cause pollution to spike. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2OWNO4k https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'With no one to follow him, Sharad Pawar has become like jailer from Sholay': Maharashtra...

The character during a jail visit tells his staff who are standing in two rows, to go to either side and then asks the remaining ones to follow him, but then there is nobody is left to do so. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/32nOXWw https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Despite IMF projections, India still among fastest growing economies: Nirmala S...

The minister is in Washington to attend the annual meeting of the IMF and the World Bank. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2VRITmx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Hope to have a deal soon': Nirmala Sitharaman says trade differences with US n...

Sitharaman, who is in Washington to attend the annual meeting of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank, was responding to a question on the status of the India-US trade deal currently been negotiated between the two countries. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qjFpxn https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Teenager jumps to death from 8th floor flat after stabbing 21-year-old woman in...

The woman, who suffered serious injuries in her abdomen, was admitted to the intensive care unit. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2nUNiIR https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India has worked on fundamentals, but problems need to be addressed: IMF

The IMF on Tuesday trimmed India’s growth forecast by 90 basic points to 6.1 per cent. This is second downward revision in seven months and in total 120 basis points reduction. 100 basis points is equal to one percentage point. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2VSlotq https://ift.tt/2zbki14

311 illegal immigrants from India deported by Mexico

The INM said there was no precedent in its history of the trans-Atlantic deportation of such a large number of people by air. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31qVnml https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Matrimonial agency to refund Rs 50,000 to doc for failing to find groom

Agency pleaded that the profiles had been forwarded according to the service agreement without a 100% assurance to the client from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2py559q https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Nobel for Banerjee and Duflo a boost for their poverty action lab's India progr...

Banerjee and Duflo, with long-time J-PAL affiliate Michael Kremer, were jointly awarded the 2019 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences, or the Nobel Prize in the field of economics, “for their experimental approach to alleviating global poverty”. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2nZkKy2 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India's rank in the Global Hunger Index must sound alarm bells in government | ...

Despite the nutrition crisis, which can also take intergenerational dimensions, the allocation for children in the Union Budget 2019-2020 has only shown a marginal increase of 0.05%, going up from 3.24% in the last fiscal to 3.29% in the current fiscal with a grant of ₹91,644.29 crore. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BkoOff https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Turkey, US agree on Syria ceasefire to force Kurdish fighters' withdrawal

Trump paved the way for the week-long Turkish incursion by withdrawing US troops but he later imposed sanctions and threatened to destroy the NATO ally’s economy as he came under fire at home. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2oHjQGT https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Congress voted in favour of removing Article 370, opposes method: Manmohan Singh

The Congress has been split over its stance on the move to divest J&K of its special status. The BJP has highlighted this as one of its achievements in the campaign for the October 21 assembly elections in two states. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/33PG08P https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Police identify Hizb militants behind civilian killing in J&K

Unidentified gunmen targeted two fruit traders from Ferozepur in Punjab at Trenz, seven kilometres from Shopian town, on Wednesday night, killing Charanjit Singh on the spot and wounding Sanjay Kumar, who was admitted in Shri Maharaja Hari Singh (SMHS) Hospital in a critical state. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/35DaGf7 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Rewrite history from Indian viewpoint: Amit Shah

Amit Shah also said the First War of Independence in 1857 would have been regarded as a revolt had it not been for Veer Savarkar, who called it the first freedom struggle. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/33EFASn https://ift.tt/2zbki14

311 Indians deported by Mexico to arrive in Delhi today

The INM said there was no precedent in its history of the trans-Atlantic deportation of such a large number of people by air. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/32pD7ed https://ift.tt/2zbki14

India allays US concerns on Kashmir, including some 'ridiculous' ones

The US lawmakers spoke about restrictions on communications — using the word “blockade”, as some have described it — including Internet and prepaid mobile phones and detentions, according to people familiar with the discussions. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/31n6dtA https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Dead woman's anklet leads Kalyan cops to accused in Kerala 5 months later

The team found a pair of anklets on the woman’s leg. The anklet had the name of jewellers written in Tamil. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/32nCdPC https://ift.tt/2zbki14

In extending birthday wish to Anil Kumble, Gautam Gambhir pays greatest tribute

Kumble is India’s leading wicket-taker in Test matches and is also the third-highest wicket-taker in international cricket. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Bkt5iG https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'Back off and...': Anil Kumble reveals biggest coaching lesson learnt post India...

He is back at the helm and this time, he has been appointed as the director of cricket operations at Kings XI Punjab. He also held mentorship roles at Royal Challengers Bangalore and Mumbai Indians. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/35HTMMr https://ift.tt/2zbki14

35 pilgrims killed in bus crash near Saudi holy city of Mecca

The state-run Saudi Press Agency reported Thursday that four others were injured in the crash. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/32mdYkV https://ift.tt/2zbki14

UPPSC combined junior engineer result declared, 3710 candidates shortlisted for...

Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has declared the results of combined junior engineer exam 01/2013. The UPPSC combined junior engineer exam was conducted on May 22 and 23, 2016. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2BePeiz https://ift.tt/2zbki14

No better place to invest than in India, govt continuously working to bring reforms:...

Responding to a question on why investors should allocate funds for India, she said that even if the court system is a bit delayed, India is a transparent and open society from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2oNyUmc https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Watch: Ayodhya dispute litigants' lawyers react after SC reserves judgment

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UPPSC PCS 2019 notification released for over 300 posts, application process be...

UPPSC PCS 2019 notification : Around 300 posts including those of deputy superintendent of police (DySP), sub divisional magistrate will be filled through this exam. The exam will also fill up two vacant posts of ACF and 53 vacant posts of RFO. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2P0BwrL https://ift.tt/2zbki14

IAF CASB Airmen 02/2020 phase- 1 result declared, here's the direct link to che...

Indian Air Force (IAF)’s Central Airmen Selection Board (CASB) has declared the result of online examination phase 1 that was conducted for intake 02/2020. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MmIvtm https://ift.tt/2zbki14

IIT Kharagpur's Debayan Saha develops device for vehicles to curb air pollution

Debayan Saha, a mechanical engineering graduate from IIT Kharagpur, who has invented the device claims that one car fitted with the device can neutralise the pollution emitted from 10 cars in its vicinity. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2IXQ5rZ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

IIIT Council allows M Tech, MBA students' lateral moves

According to an official statement, similarly, the faculty can also move to another IIIT for a semester or half a semester in order to tide over the shortage of faculty. It was also decided to start joint degree (PhD) programme with other IIITs in line with the IITs. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2qlnzdx https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Donald Trump warns Erdogan not to be 'tough guy' or 'fool,' seeks deal

Donald Trump has been trying to contain the damage from his sudden move last week to pull American forces from northern Syria, allowing Turkey to proceed with a military operation in the region. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2MlFxF9 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Ayodhya dispute: A saga that shaped history nears end

Political parties have taken decisions making Ayodhya dispute the most contentious issue at certain times; at certain others, they have carefully chosen to underplay it. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2OTgmvn https://ift.tt/2zbki14

FATF to rule on harsher sanctions for Pakistan by Friday

The reports further said that support extended by Turkey, China and Malaysia resulted in the FATF deciding not to include Pakistan on its “black list”. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2ptKh2w https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Big hikes likely in Delhi's new parking plan, Rs 1,000 for 10 hrs workday

The plan comes at a time when there have been growing calls to dissuade private vehicle use for their contribution to pollution, which entered the ‘very poor’ category on Wednesday. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2Bf5Ne6 https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Barack Obama backs Canada's Justin Trudeau for another term in office

The former US President Barack Obama tweeted Wednesday that he was proud to work with Trudeau and described him as a hard-working, effective leader who takes on big issues like climate change. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2IVGq5t https://ift.tt/2zbki14

35 pilgrims killed in bus crash near Saudi holy city of Mecca

The state-run Saudi Press Agency reported Thursday that four others were injured in the crash. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/32mdYkV https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Hong Kong protest leader attacked with hammer, left bloodied on street

The city’s unelected pro-Beijing leader, who has historic low approval ratings, tried twice to begin her policy address inside the Legislative Council, three months after the building was trashed by masked protesters. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2IWHkOO https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Donald Trump warns Erdogan not to be 'tough guy' or 'fool,' seeks deal

Trump dismisses Syria concerns; Democrats walk out of WH meeting

Condemnation of Trump’s stance on Turkey, Syria and the Kurds was quick and severe during the day, not only from Democrats but from Republicans who have been staunch supporters on virtually all issues. from Hindustan Times - world http://bit.ly/2puGvWY https://ift.tt/2zbki14

'BJP using govt agencies to threaten leaders in Opposition': Ashok Chavan

Ashok Chavan alleged leaders from the Congress were threatened, inquiries were initiated against their institutions and were pressurised to join the ruling parties to improve the latter’s strike rate in the Assembly polls. from Hindustan Times - topnews http://bit.ly/2OU85qZ https://ift.tt/2zbki14

Indian-American man admits to killing four relatives in a week, surrenders