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At about 5 pm, when the duo was returning to Uppal on the bike (AP 01 P 0462), a speeding tanker (AP 22 Y 3780) touched the bike’s handle resulting in the fall of the duo. (Representational Image)

Hyderabad: Speeding tanker crushes student to death

On Monday, the girl along with her relative, T. Shiva went to Peerzadiguda to write the exam at Surya Techno College.
18 Dec 2018 1:56 AM
Subramanian Swamy

Subramanian Swamy recalls his ‘British’ Rahul Gandhi charge

"I do not know why some parties want to declare Rahul Gandhi as next PM'', the former Law Minister tweeted on Monday.
18 Dec 2018 1:55 AM
On Monday noon, site engineer Uday Kumar went to the ground floor where he found Sarvath lying unconsciously with a head injury. (Representational Image)

Chhattisgarh labourer found dead

The company is constructing a building at Alkapur where all the labourers are living after erecting sheds in the ground floor.
18 Dec 2018 1:53 AM
As the cruise itinerary is known well in advance the civic authorities could ensure the toilets were cleaned and the visiting tourists assisted in parking their vehicles.

Plea to promote cruise excursions in Tamil Nadu

The tourists are provided a treat of folk dance, shows, stalls and shopping too.
18 Dec 2018 1:53 AM
Arun Jaitley

Arun Jaitley taken aback as scribe asks question in Tamil

“The government has introduced many programmes in the Small savings including Sukanya Samrudhi yojana''.
18 Dec 2018 1:51 AM
Home minister Mohammad Mahmood Ali

Mohammad Mahmood Ali always made ‘room’ for K Chandrasekhar Rao

When the TRS was launched in 2001, Mr Mahmood Ali provided accommodation for the TRS office in his house, and set aside a room for Mr Rao. 
18 Dec 2018 1:51 AM
Karu Nagarajan

Will make Stalin next CM, says Cong, Vaiko’s PWA success will shadow DMK combine: BJP

"The Centre sanctioned only Rs 300 crore for Gaja relief while it spent over Rs 3,000 crore for Patel's statue," he remarked.
18 Dec 2018 1:49 AM
Pon Radhakrishnan

We don’t need a ‘sun’ that makes TN a desert: Pon Radhakrishnan

On the BJP’s defeat in the five Assembly elections including its stronghold Rajasthan, the Minister admitted that it was a “slip” but not a “fall.”
18 Dec 2018 1:48 AM
National Green Tribunal

Resuming ops? Not a cakewalk for Sterlite

Even if the Supreme Court refuses to stay the NGT order, the home ground may not turn in favour of the company.
18 Dec 2018 1:47 AM
DMK president M. K. Stalin, accompanied by MP sister Kanimozhi greets Ashok Gehlot who was sworn in as Chief Minister of Rajasthan in Jaipur on Monday. (Photo: DC)

Did Stalin jump the gun in proposing Rahul for PM?

Some of the constituent leaders, though, have suggested a disastrous alternative: choose the PM after counting the poll score.
18 Dec 2018 1:45 AM
Mr Mohammad Mahmood Ali is the only minister who took oath along with K. Chandrasekhar Rao.

K Chandrasekhar Rao God’s gift: Mohammad Mahmood Ali

HM to take charge on Thursday.
18 Dec 2018 1:38 AM
The power supply was interrupted partially.in the city due to the cyclonic winds. (Representational Images)

Visakhapatnam:Traffic on NH-16 blocked

Regular traffic was disturbed on the Tagarapuvalsa-Anandapuram stretch of NH-16 on Monday evening owing to the lengthy line of trucks.
18 Dec 2018 1:38 AM
Shoppers look at handicraft toys at a stall at Shilparamam in Hyderabad on Monday. (Photo: DC)

Hyderabad: Craft mela upgrades, attracts crowd

A team of handicraft designers are studying the market trends.
18 Dec 2018 1:29 AM
The matter was brought to the notice of the Chief Electoral Officer by Election Watch a few days before polling, but no action was taken. (Representational Image)

Telangana: Polls happened in ‘undue haste’

There were a lot of complaints regarding defective voters list.
18 Dec 2018 1:25 AM
An estimated 2 lakh prescription glasses have been distributed so far

Hyderabad: 4.5Lakh identified for eye surgery

The scheme has created a lot of awareness about eye problems, but elective surgeries like cataract must be planned and can’t be rushed.
18 Dec 2018 1:24 AM
Election Commission of India

When the dead voted in Telangana polls

Woman ‘forced’ to vote for TRS.
18 Dec 2018 1:21 AM
Firemen rescue people from a ESIC Kamgar Hospital in MIDC Marol, Andheri after it caught fire on Monday. (Photo: Mrugesh Bandiwadekar)

Six dead, 147 injured in Mumbai fire

According to primary information, it is believed that a short circuit in the operation theatre caused the fire.
18 Dec 2018 1:15 AM
Three organs of a 65-year-old M. Narasimha Reddy were donated to the Jeevandan scheme (Representational Image)

Kidneys, liver of brain dead man donated to jeevandan scheme

With the consent of his family members, two kidneys and one liver were donated to the scheme.
18 Dec 2018 1:14 AM
Schoolchildren wear winter clothes as temperature dipped considerably in Hyderabad. (Photo: DC)

Hyderabad:Due to clouds, pollution to hit air quality for 2 days

The cloud cover and increasing vehicular pollution make it difficult for the dispersal of pollutants.
18 Dec 2018 1:14 AM
Ms Dastidar said the bill was hastily drafted and the different clauses mentioned in it were totally inconclusive.

Lok Sabha passes Transgender Bill

The Bill seeks to empower the transgender community by providing them a separate identity and prohibit discrimination against them.
18 Dec 2018 1:13 AM
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq

Separatists defy curfew, detained

Meanwhile, a Tehreek-e-Hurriyat leader was arrested Doda district for his alleged links with terrorists, police said.
18 Dec 2018 1:09 AM
Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan

Bhagat singh ‘committed suicide’: Pawan Kalyan

While Bhagat Singh was hanged by the British, freedom fighter Chandrashekar Azad committed suicide.
18 Dec 2018 1:09 AM
Co-founders of Sivi, a We-Hub start-up at the launch at their outlet at Ameerpet Metro station.

Hyderabad: We-Hub’s Sivi sets up shop at Metro station

The web app connects salons to customers via mobile app.
18 Dec 2018 1:08 AM
Osmania General Hospital

Hyderabad: Caregivers for elderly at Osmania General Hospital

Volunteers to provide medical, bedside assistance to abandoned patients.
18 Dec 2018 1:06 AM
Balka Suman

Balka Suman quits parliament membership

Mr Suman was elected as MLA from Chennur Assembly constituency in the recent Telangana elections.
18 Dec 2018 1:05 AM
AP Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu

Chandrababu Naidu’s visit to Raj, MP comes under criticism

The Opposition leaders said while the state was facing a threat in the form of Cyclone Phethai, Naidu was touring other states for political gains.
18 Dec 2018 1:04 AM
The managements of institutions are not encouraging students who depend on the fee scheme as they have to reply to them in case of delay in disbursement.

Hyderabad: Delayed reimbursements erode scholarships’ sheen

The reimbursements were not released in time for many years, which left the students disappointed.
18 Dec 2018 1:03 AM
Mr Saleem reviewed the performance of the inspectors and auditors in a meeting held in his chamber and asked them to collect the rents and waqf funds promptly.

Waqf board chief warns officials over audit report

He also instructed the officials to serve memos to all Mutawallies for submitting the audit report in accordance with the Waqf Act.
18 Dec 2018 1:02 AM
The government has done land acquisition for about 355 Special Economic Zones (SEZ) out of which 220 are partially being used and the remaining lands are not being used.”

Don’t grab more land for pvt cos, Congress tells Telangana

The government should not acquire any more land from farmers for private companies before using up the existing land bank.
18 Dec 2018 1:00 AM
Further, temple prasadam consists of two kinds- some cooked in the temple and some people donate. “Although the intention may be good, the quality may not be. Sometimes, even the water used isn't hygienic,” he said

Senior citizens want quality checks in temples across Tamil Nadu

Volunteers who attend the campaign will only have to convince their temples to follow these rules.
18 Dec 2018 12:59 AM
President Ram Nath Kovind

President Ram Nath Kovind will hold at home on December 23

The President’s visit was officially scheduled from December 21 to 24.
18 Dec 2018 12:59 AM
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis arrives at BJP state headquarters on Monday to announce a protest against Congress president Rahul Gandhi for allegedly spreading lies in connection with the Rafale scam.(Photo: Gandhi)

Kutami will face Telangana fate nationally, says Devendra Fadnavis

He also came down heavily on the Congress over its allegations regarding the Rafale deal.
18 Dec 2018 12:59 AM
N. Chandrababu Naidu

With Asaduddin Owaisi help, Jagan Mohan Reddy may win Muslim votes

The CM went a step ahead and gave a Cabinet berth to a Muslim candidate just a few months before the polls.
18 Dec 2018 12:57 AM
“Of 8.47 lakh students appeared for plus 1 board exams last year, around 79,000 students could not clear the plus 1 exams in two attempts one in March and another one in June. The students will appear for first arrear exams,” sources said.

Chennai: 9 per cent plus-2 students have plus-1 arrears

Around 18 Lakh candidates of plus-1 and plus-2 will write board exams in over 2,700 centres from March 1.
18 Dec 2018 12:55 AM
N. Uttam Kumar Reddy

Battered, Congress eyes panchayat polls

The party is demanding that panchayat elections be held only after the reservations are properly implemented.
18 Dec 2018 12:55 AM
Cyclone Phethai According to the IMD, the storm weakened into deep depression with 55-65 kmph winds and moved back into the sea.

Rajahmundry: No major damage to infra; AP sets up 533 relief centres

Earlier, authorities deputed special officers in vulnerable areas to monitor evacuation of people in the storm.
18 Dec 2018 12:55 AM
K.T Rama Rao with T. Harish Rao after he assumed charge as TRS working president at Telangana Bhavan (Photo: DC)

KTR takes charge, to tour Telangana from December 20

Earlier, he had taken the blessings of his parents K. Chandrasekhar Rao and Shobha at Pragathi Bhavan.
18 Dec 2018 12:52 AM
Umayalpuram K. Sivaraman Legendary mridangam player

Blending tradition and modern

Question 1 answer.
18 Dec 2018 12:51 AM
Carnatic vocalist Dr Sriram Parasuram performing at the annual music festival at Sri Parthasarathy Swami Sabha on Monday. (DC)

Everset Eswaran’s feats with eats

The traditional urulai masala is also dispensed with, its familiarity breeding contempt.
18 Dec 2018 12:50 AM
The Metro smart card acts as a virtual wallet that facilitates seamless travel.

Hyderabad: Misplaced Metro card to be replaced in 24 hours

Commuters would need to forgo their deposit but the balance will be transferred to the new card.
18 Dec 2018 12:50 AM
The combination of the two drugs, therefore can turn to be anti-cancer drug.

Chennai: Combination of drugs can cure cancer

Metformin blocks the two cellular pathways that help NAD+ regeneration, creating an energy shortage.
18 Dec 2018 12:50 AM
A fully assembled GSLV-F11 rocket is moved to launch pad at Sathish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota.

Isro’s new communication satellite launch tomorrow

The 26-hour countdown for GSLV-F11 and GSAT-7A mission will begin at 2.10 pm on Tuesday.
18 Dec 2018 12:49 AM
It has also ordered appointment of returning officers and assistant returning officers and their training by December 22.

Poll panel sets in motion process for rural polls

The Commission has ordered the officials to complete generation of ward-wise addition and deletions of voters by December 18.
18 Dec 2018 12:48 AM
At a time when the groundwater table took a steady dip in the Chennai region including in Kanchipuram and Tiruvallur, it will be tough for officials to extract water. Water experts warned that the city might grapple with water scarcity from March.

Parched Chennai loses hope

Water to be tapped from quarries.
18 Dec 2018 12:48 AM
Telangana government logo

TRS wants throw out four MLCs who joined Congress

TS Legislative Council chairman Swamy Goud to disqualify four TRS MLCs who joined the Congress.
18 Dec 2018 12:47 AM
The police investigating the armed robbery at the house of one Bhaskaran in Melur near Madurai managed to nab one of the culprits called Ganapathy, who told them he got his pistol from one Ramesh.

Raj Bhavan guard in arms trafficking, on the run

They said CRPF Constable Kumar, in his 40s, posted for guard duty at the Raj Bhavan just three months ago.
18 Dec 2018 12:47 AM
Telangana state government

Telangana: Call for lifetime achievement urdu awards

This time, the Academy plans to present awards from 2014 to 2017 to 28 personalities.
18 Dec 2018 12:46 AM
AICC secretary V. Hanumantha Rao felicitated them on the occasion.

A Chandrasekhar gets 6-year suspension

The Disciplinary Action Committee of the TPCC held a meeting under the chairmanship of M. Kodanda Reddy.
18 Dec 2018 12:45 AM
Deepika Padukone

Will Deepika’s choice impact Meghna-Vishal relationship?

It remains to be seen how this role-swap affects Meghna and Bhardwaj’s relationship.
18 Dec 2018 12:43 AM
Madras high court

Go for morning walks for 30 days on Marina: Madras HC tells top officials

Corpn, police commissioners to monitor cleaning work.
18 Dec 2018 12:42 AM
Ranveer Singh

Ranveer Singh to lose weight post Simmba release

And not just the body, Ranveer will also be practicing bowling and batting like Kapil Dev.
18 Dec 2018 12:42 AM
Parineeti Chopra

Shooting of Kesari Wrapped-up

Based on the Battle of Saragarhi, Kesari is set to be in cinemas on March 21.
18 Dec 2018 12:42 AM
K. Chandrasekhar Rao

KCR sets March 31, 2019, deadline for Bhagiratha

CM says purified water must reach every household.
18 Dec 2018 12:42 AM
Shah Rukh Khan

‘Ladies first’ for Shah Rukh Khan

The superstar is sticking by his policy of crediting the female leads in Zero too.
18 Dec 2018 12:41 AM
Vir Das

Vir Das picks up a dark role

The character is intense, has reservations and stays away from public appearances.
18 Dec 2018 12:41 AM
katrina kaif

Katrina Kaif has Come a Long Way, says Remo D’Souza

Remo D’Souza speaks about his choice of actors for his next dance film which is ready to go on the floors next month.
18 Dec 2018 12:40 AM
A screengrab of Army personnel stopping cyclists from entering on to Burr Road in Cantonment area.

‘Restrictions’ back in place at Secunderabad Cantonment

Cyclists denied entry on to Burr Road, civilians fume.
18 Dec 2018 12:39 AM
Goodachari

Goodachari’s next edition Taking Shape

Rahul Pakala, who assisted Sesh in writing Goodachari, will helm the sequel.
18 Dec 2018 12:38 AM
Vijay Deverakonda

Vijay Deverakonda injured on sets

Rashmika Mandanna is the female lead of the film, which is being directed by Bharat Kamma.
18 Dec 2018 12:38 AM
Jayasudha

A low-key Birthday for Jayasudha

She is playing the role of Mahesh Babu’s mother in the upcoming film Maharshi.
18 Dec 2018 12:35 AM
Payal Rajput

It concluded with a fashion

The actress is cast opposite Ravi Teja in Vi Anand’s next film where she plays the role a hearing impaired and visually challenged.
18 Dec 2018 12:34 AM
Nazia

Of fashion and more

It concluded with a fashion show during which models sashayed down the ramp showcasing designers’ creations.
18 Dec 2018 12:34 AM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Cabinet push for AIIMS in Hyderabad; 34 acres land to be acquired

The prestigious AIIMS will be set up under the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana.
18 Dec 2018 12:33 AM
The day temperature fell to 20.8ºC and the minimum temperature was recorded at 18ºC.

Cyclone Phethai leaves Hyderabad shivering

The night temperature is expected to fall to 15ºC while the day temperature will go up.
18 Dec 2018 12:28 AM
Diljit Dosanjh rocking the stage

Do it the Punjabi style

The Euphonious Live show was opened by well-known emcee, Sunny Khandelwal.
18 Dec 2018 12:28 AM
Under the proposed law, giving instant triple talaq will be illegal and void and will attract a jail term of three years for the husband.

New Bill to make Triple Talaq a penal offence

Proposed law supersedes ordinance issued in Sept.
18 Dec 2018 12:25 AM
Soulja Boy

Soulja Boy stepping into the gaming world

The rapper plans to collaborate with teams competing in Fortnite and Overwatch among others.
18 Dec 2018 12:19 AM
Sophia Bush

Sophia Bush's journey as a #MeToo advocate

The actress recently put up a post on Instagram about her history and experience as an advocate of the #MeToo campaign.
18 Dec 2018 12:19 AM
The Upside-Down King: Unusual Tales about Rama and Krishna By Sudha Murty, Publisher: Puffin Cost: Rs 250 Pp: 167

Shaping young minds

Sudha Murty has built a repository of literature to celebrate mythology.
18 Dec 2018 12:18 AM
Congress leader Sajjan Kumar.

1984 anti-Sikh riots: Sajjan Kumar gets jail for ‘remainder of life’

Cong leader sentenced for role in 1984 anti-Sikh riots.
18 Dec 2018 12:16 AM
By Patrick de Witt, Publisher: Bloomsbury Cost: Rs 499 Pp: 256

All manner of tragedies

As the book progresses, you learn that they have been living large on a diminishing fortune.
18 Dec 2018 12:15 AM
The changes in the relevant sections of the Telegraph Act and PMLA will be effected through the original Aadhaar Act.

Aadhaar as optional KYC gets legal backing

“Private entities using Aadhaar as a KYC document will have to ensure safety and privacy of the Aadhaar data,” a source said.
18 Dec 2018 12:14 AM
Hamid Nihal Ansari, a 33-year-old Mumbai resident, was lodged in the Peshawar Central Jail after being sentenced by the military court on December 15, 2015. (Photo: Twitter)

Pakistan releases Indian prisoner Hamid Ansari

The petition said that the federal government hasn’t taken any steps for his release.
18 Dec 2018 12:07 AM
The average M&A deal size for transactions increased to $132.8 million in 2018 compared to $82.9 million over the same period last year.

Mergers and Acquisitions in 2018 hit all-time high

The total number of deals announced grew 9.3 per cent from a year ago and witnessed the busiest annual period since records began in 1980.
18 Dec 2018 12:06 AM
It is interesting to see how Arjuna’s anguish and depression were turned into a yogic state.

Mystic Mantra: Arjuna’s anguish becomes yoga

Yoga is essentially a union, goes on uniting the fragments of one’s personality and integrating them as the whole.
18 Dec 2018 12:06 AM
The first point that immediately came to mind is why there should be a “US threat” at all if Russia helps this country to build two stealth frigates in Goa? A fresh “lease agreement” now nee-ds to be put in place for (potential, imaginary or real) violations of an American law, CAATSA, by India.

Of matters naval & geopolitical: India, Russia and United States

India’s ability and intent to operate beyond the Indian Ocean region is a non-issue.
18 Dec 2018 12:05 AM
For many years, Pakistan prided itself on hosting the world’s largest refugee population. But then the issue became hijacked by securitised narratives.

Afghan influx in Pak shows migration pact row is absurd

Recently, acknowledging the scale of global displacement, the majority of UN member states adopted a global compact for migration.
18 Dec 2018 12:05 AM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi (Photo: PTI)

Governance key to 2019, don’t make it ‘personal’

Indira Gandhi’s Emergency was one denial of even the rituals of democracy.
18 Dec 2018 12:04 AM
PV Sindhu

A breakthrough by PV Sindhu

The modern version of the Indian athlete is one of competence in all settings.
18 Dec 2018 12:04 AM
It has been amply clear for some time that in the absence of political engagement that inspires public confidence, stone-throwing becomes the sole way available to an angry populace to let off steam.

Talk to Kashmiris, or flareups will intensify

Tackling stone-pelting by using weapons has shown itself to be utterly ineffective.
18 Dec 2018 12:03 AM
Still from The Broker

Vemal plays the broker

Diana Champika of Annadurai fame will be romancing Vemal.
18 Dec 2018 12:03 AM
Yuthan Balaji

Yuthan Balaji plays a gangster

Bollywood actors, keen to explore digital platforms, are willing to be a part of a web series.
18 Dec 2018 12:03 AM
Nazriya

Nazriya to reprise Taapsee’s role in Pink remake?

The talented actress is equally popular in Tamil cinema with films like Raja Rani and Bangalore Days.
18 Dec 2018 12:03 AM
Kanjoor Nattupolima

In love with folk

Kanjoor Nattupolima is on a mission to preserve the rich tradition of folk culture in Kerala.
18 Dec 2018 12:03 AM
Bhuvan Bam

Bhuvan Bam-boozled by Bolly

Singer, keyboard player and guitarist Bhuvan Bam might have one crore followers, yet he feels he has miles to go in his career.
18 Dec 2018 12:03 AM
Isha Ambani

Dressing up to the occasion

We speak to celebrity stylists for fashion dos and don’ts at weddings
18 Dec 2018 12:00 AM
Jayam Ravi

Hang all rapists, says Jayam Ravi

Actor’s new movie takes on the topic of sexUAL abuse and brutal crimes against women.
18 Dec 2018 12:00 AM
Isha Ambani

OTT may make the bride blush

Out of all wedding style mishaps, upstaging the bride is most condemned.
18 Dec 2018 12:00 AM
Rashmika at the shoot of the video at her friend’s swimming pool

Activist ‘belle’ for Bellandur

Actress Rashmika Mandanna was a part of an underwater photo shoot to highlight the toxicity of the Bellandur Lake.
18 Dec 2018 12:00 AM
TeH leader Mohammad Ashraf Sahrai was active in radicalising the youth of valley and encourage them to join militancy. (Representational photo: File)

Separatist leader arrested in J&K for suspected terror links

The leader was part of separatist political party Tehreek-e-Hurriyat (TeH).
17 Dec 2018 7:48 PM
The apex court had said there is no occasion to doubt the decision-making process in the procurement of 36 fighter jets from France. (Representational Image)

3 BJP MPs move notice of breach of privilege against Rahul Gandhi

They alleged that he spoke ‘falsehood’ and ‘misled the House’ over Rafale Deal deal in his speech during a debate in July.
17 Dec 2018 7:20 PM
Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Thawar Chand Gehlot said objectives of bill includes protecting interests of transgenders, defining of term 'transgender', to give them recognition and setting up of a national transgender council. (Representational Photo: Pixabay)

Lok Sabha passes Transgender bill, seeks to empower community with separate identity

The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Bill, 2016, seeks to define transgenders and prohibit discrimination against them.
17 Dec 2018 7:07 PM
The remark by External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, for which she later apologized, had led to a Nepalese lawmaker terming the lapse a casual undermining of Nepal's sovereignty. (Photo: File/PTI)

Cong leader Shakeel Ahmad blames Modi govt for ban on Indian notes in Nepal

‘The minister for external affairs offended the people of Nepal by saying Modi had addressed Indians living in Nepal.’ Ahmad said.
17 Dec 2018 7:02 PM
Yash in the still from KGF.

Watch: Yash explains the world of 'KGF' in the new BTS video

KGF: Chapter 1 is slated to release on December 21 in five languages, namely Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi and Malayalam.
17 Dec 2018 6:59 PM
He accused Wickremesinghe of abusing his powers as Prime Minister before Wickremesinghe was sacked in October.(Photo: File)

Sri Lankan President Sirisena yet to bury hatchet with PM Wickremesinghe

Addressing members of his United National Front, Sirisena reiterated he does not like Wickremesinghe, despite having to reappoint him as PM
17 Dec 2018 6:56 PM
Rajeev Saxena, director of two Dubai-based filed application through his advocate before Special Judge Arvind Kumar, saying he was anticipating arrest. (Photo: Representational Image/PTI)

VVIP Chopper case: Dubai-based accused moves for anticipatory bail

Co-accused and alleged middleman Christian James Michel, a British national, was extradited from Dubai to India earlier this month.
17 Dec 2018 6:56 PM
The soft-touch keys have a tactile feel, yet are tuned to be quiet.

HyperX launches Alloy Core RGB gaming keyboard with preset LED lighting effects

The brand has also launched the Pulsefire Core gaming mouse customizable RGB lighting and Pixart 3327 optical sensor.
17 Dec 2018 6:53 PM
Bhupesh Baghel administered oath of office by Governor Anandiben Patel at the ceremony held at an indoor stadium in Raipur. (Photo: ANI)

Congress' Bhupesh Baghel takes oath as Chhattisgarh Chief Minister

T S Singh Deo and Tamradhwaj Sahu, who were once the front-runners for the Chhattisgarh Chief Minister’s post, were sworn in as ministers.
17 Dec 2018 6:53 PM
Li Wenzu said that her husband is being detained incommunicado without a proper explanation and they weren’t allowing the family’s lawyer to visit Wang.(Photo: Reuters)

Wife of detained Chinese activist and 3 supporters go bald, protest for justice.

"We can go bald, but the country cannot be lawless," the four women shouted outside the courthouse during their protest.
17 Dec 2018 6:38 PM
haw managed to get under the ball and catch it, but spilled the chance whilst tumbling over the ropes. In the process, he injured his ankle. (Photo: AP)

Australia vs India: Injured Prithvi Shaw ruled out of Test series

Shaw was carried off the field after landing on and rolling over his left ankle while fielding on day three of the tour game against CA XI.
17 Dec 2018 6:37 PM
1 person dies and 47 people have been rescued till now. (Photo: ANI)

1 dead, 47 rescued as massive fire breaks out at hospital Mumbai's Andheri

10 fire engines were rushed to the spot to bring the blaze under control. 1 rescue van and 16 ambulances were also despatched.
17 Dec 2018 6:30 PM
Gray’s father is Australian, and she was born and grew up in Cairns, Australia (Photo: AP)

Catriona Gray from Philippines becomes Miss Universe 2018

Gray edged out first runner-up Tamaryn Green of South Africa and third-place Sthefany Gutierrez of Venezuela.
17 Dec 2018 6:29 PM
Vortex is Hi-Resolution Audio certified with clear highs, deep bass, and a detailed mid range.

Anker’s Soundcore Vortex is a wireless over headphone with a 20 hour battery life

These headphones come with aptX HD support, 40mm drivers and memory-foam ear cups.
17 Dec 2018 6:24 PM
Kriti Sanon.

Kaju ki Barfi for 'Bareilly ki Barfi' actor Kriti Sanon!

Kriti is an absolute foodie and she makes sure that she takes out some time from her busy shooting schedule and try different cuisine.
17 Dec 2018 6:24 PM
Howling winds that gusted up to 85-90 kmph uprooted electric poles and trees in Katrenikona, Tallarevu and Malkipuram in East Godavari, disrupting power supply. (Photo: ANI)

One killed in Vijayawada as cyclone ‘Phethai’ barrels through coastal Andhra

Cyclone ‘Phethai’ barrelled through coastal Andhra on Monday, triggering heavy rains, uprooting trees and electric poles.
17 Dec 2018 6:16 PM
'After joining this post (of Chief Minister), the first file I have signed is of farm loan waiver of Rs 2 lakh each, as I had promised to the farmers,' Madhya Pradesh CM Kamal Nath said. (Photo: ANI)

Two hours after taking oath as MP CM, Kamal Nath waives farm loan

Following the poll campaign promise, Madhya Pradesh CM Kamal Nath announced farm loan waiver of up to Rs 2 lakh.
17 Dec 2018 6:06 PM
Atos is a global leader in digital transformation with 120,000 employees in 73 countries.

Atos and Indian government sign HPC agreement

The agreement entails the support of India’s National Supercomputing Mission.
17 Dec 2018 5:59 PM
By selecting this mode of transport, commuters will be able to view suggested routes for the ride as well as the estimated auto-rickshaw fares. (Representational Image)

Google Maps to show auto-rickshaw routes, estimated fares for Delhi commuters

The new feature will reflect fares based on the official fare model shared by the Delhi Traffic Police.
17 Dec 2018 5:58 PM
Also, three-time defending champion Real Madrid will first play at Ajax, while Barcelona was drawn with Lyon. (Photo: AP)

Champions League: Struggling Man United to lock horns with PSG in last 16 clash

Liverpool was paired with Bayern Munich in Monday's draw, while Man City will play Schalke and Tottenham will face Borussia Dortmund.
17 Dec 2018 5:57 PM
Pacer Mohammed Shami Monday said India missed a trick in not playing a full-time spinner on a pitch where Australia tweaker Nathan Lyon has already bagged seven wickets. (Photo: AP)

Aus vs Ind 2nd Test: There should have been a spinner, says Mohammed Shami

Chasing 287, India were reduced to 112 for five at stumps on day four of the second Test at the Optus Stadium.
17 Dec 2018 5:45 PM
'Sajjan Kumar wasn't given any ticket by our party and he doesn't hold any office,' Former Union Minister and senior Congress leader Kapil Sibal said. (Photo: File)

Neither Sajjan Kumar was given ticket, nor he holds office: Congress

Kapil Sibal said BJP is trying to give political colours to court's verdict and asked them to stop doing so.
17 Dec 2018 5:41 PM
Hamid Nihal Ansari, a 33-year-old Mumbai resident, was lodged in the Peshawar Central Jail after being sentenced by the military court on December 15, 2015. (Photo: Twitter)

Pakistan releases Indian prisoner Hamid Nihal Ansari after 6 years

‘Ansari is being released upon completion of his sentence and is being repatriated to India,’ Pakistan Foreign Office said.
17 Dec 2018 5:40 PM
Mr. Prateek Singh states "The answer is to upgrade your knowledge by learning online and marry it with your existing expertise."

The internet is changing the future of jobs

If you already specialise in a field you need to find another field and marry the two.
17 Dec 2018 5:38 PM
The Duchess has been compared to the Friends character, played by Courteney Cox, who is famed for being obsessively clean and bossy. (Photo: AP)

Royal staff name Meghan, Harry as 'Monica and Chandler' from Friends for bossy nature

Notably, the Duchess of Sussex's dad Thomas Markle has also admitted the 37-year-old had "always been controlling".
17 Dec 2018 5:29 PM
Trudeau said Canada could freeze the relevant export permits if it concluded that the weapons had been misused.(Photo: Twitter / ANI)

Canada looking for way out of arms deal with Saudi Arabia: PM Justin Trudeau.

Comments represent hardening in tone from Trudeau,who previously said there would be huge penalties for scrapping the $13 billion agreement.
17 Dec 2018 5:26 PM
A team of police personnel took Rahul Easwar into custody from a rest house, recorded his arrest and then took him to Ranni in Pathanamthitta for producing him before a court, police said. (Photo: Facebook Screengrab/ @Rahul.Easwar.India)

Sabarimala row: Activist Rahul Easwar arrested for defying bail condition

Rahul Easwar was out on bail in case relating to violence at Lord Ayyappa shrine when it was opened for monthly 'pooja' on October 17.
17 Dec 2018 5:18 PM
The venue is new with the Pink City hosting the event instead of Bangalore and so is the auctioneer, Hugh Edmeades, who replaces Richard Madley after 11 seasons. (Photo: PTI)

IPL 2019 auctions: Date, timings, list of players and all you need to know

A total of 70 players can be bought at the auction with 20 slots available for the the foreign players.
17 Dec 2018 5:17 PM
Shraddha Kapoor is currently busy working on Chhichhore and Saina biopic.

Shraddha Kapoor shares her love for tea and thanks special someone!

Bollywood's Stree Shraddha Kapoor is an ardent tea lover and bids away her daily stress with a cup of the beverage.
17 Dec 2018 5:14 PM
Markle dismissed reports that Meghan could at times be rude. She was, he said, very polite as she had been raised on Hollywood stages.(Photo: File)

Meghan Markle's father appeals to UK Queen to get daughter back in touch

Thomas Markle said he had not had contact with his daughter for months and repeated text messages to Meghan had gone unanswered.
17 Dec 2018 5:14 PM
All models support Windows and Mac operating systems

Toshiba launches 4TB CANVIO portable HDD

External HDD that combines a low-profile design with practical features and extra storage capacity.
17 Dec 2018 5:13 PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (Photo: AP)

PM Modi to launch projects worth Rs 41,000 cr in Maharashtra tomorrow

Modi will lay the foundation stone for Thane-Bhiwandi-Kalyan metro 5 and Dahisar-Mira Bhayander metro-9 in Kalyan.
17 Dec 2018 5:08 PM
72-year-old Kamal Nath was sworn in as the 18th chief minister of Madhya Pradesh. (Photo: File)

Kanpur celebrates as 'son of town' Kamal Nath takes over reins of Madhya Pradesh

The new chief minister of Madhya Pradesh has deep ties with Kanpur which is also known as the Manchester of the East.
17 Dec 2018 5:05 PM
'Rahul Gandhi should resign as Congress' chief. Kamal Nath ji's name crops up along with affidavit and evidence in a report submitted to Nanavati Commission,' BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra said. (Photo: ANI)

1984 riots: BJP asks Rahul to resign, demands Kamal Nath’s expulsion

'A man involved in anti-Sikh riots has been made the MP CM. Rahul Gandhi must expel him from the party,' Sambit Patra said.
17 Dec 2018 5:04 PM
Introducing the bill, Law Minister Ravi Prasad said despite SC striking down triple talaq as unconstitutional, it was still rampant. (Photo: File)

Fresh bill introduced in LS to make triple talaq penal an offence

The earlier bill, passed by the Lok Sabha was still pending in the Rajya Sabha
17 Dec 2018 4:47 PM
Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh has been calling for the strictest of punishments for the handful of individual Congress leaders who had been involved in instigating the riots. (Photo: File | PTI)

Amarinder Singh hails Sajjan Kumar's conviction in 1984 anti-riots case

Delhi High Court said Sajjan Kumar's life imprisonment will be for the remainder of his life and asked him to surrender by December 31.
17 Dec 2018 4:46 PM
GPS is best-known for its widespread civilian applications, from navigation to time-stamping bank transactions. (Photo: AP)

Next-generation of GPS satellites are headed to space

But some of their most highly touted features will not be fully available until 2022 or later.
17 Dec 2018 4:46 PM
In West Bengal, the inmates complained that they are subjected to physical torture by the counsellor of the Swadhar Greh. (Representational Photo)

Torture, no treatment for HIV patient: Women's commission report on shelter homes

Out of 26 Swadhar Greh, only one is running as per the guidelines, according to report submitted to NCW.
17 Dec 2018 4:43 PM
PM Modi had attended Maldives President Solih's swearing-in ceremony on November 17. (Photo: Twitter | @MEAIndia)

India extends USD 1.4 billion assistance to Maldives

‘We held successful talks in a cordial atmosphere. We vowed to strengthen ties,’ PM Modi said.
17 Dec 2018 4:34 PM
Former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan. (Photo: AP)

Transfer of excess reserve may pull down credit rating of RBI: Rajan

Highlighting that profit of the central bank largely comes due to devaluation of Indian currency.
17 Dec 2018 4:30 PM
The gauge had climbed 1,003.21 points in the previous four sessions.

Sensex reclaims 36,000, surges 307 points

Sensex went on to reclaim the 36,000-mark and hit a high of 36,312.31 during the intra-day trade before ending at 36,270.07.
17 Dec 2018 4:24 PM
May had to promise the Tories that she would not be leading the party into the next General Election, scheduled for 2022.(Photo: File)

Theresa May slams Tony Blair for Brexit meddling by pitching for second referendum

May accused Tony Blair’s intervention as an "insult" to the office of Prime Minister which he once held.
17 Dec 2018 4:04 PM
The Aanand L. Rai directorial is all set to release on 21st December 2018.

Shah Rukh Khan and Zeeshan Ayyub share a heartwarming friendship in 'Zero'

It is a lesser known fact that SRK and Zeeshan share a warm bond in real life as well.
17 Dec 2018 4:02 PM
'The 1984 anti-Sikh riots was a one-sided massacre...the Delhi High Court convicting Sajjan Kumar in this case is a severe jolt for the Congress,' Union Minister Prakash Javadekar said. (Photo: File)

Conviction of Sajjan Kumar a 'jolt' for Congress: Prakash Javadekar

Javadekar demanded action against newly-appointed MP CM Kamal Nath for his alleged involvement in 1984 anti-Sikh riots.
17 Dec 2018 3:54 PM
India's banking system continues to factor in its relatively weak governance and transparency.

Govt's intense pressure on RBI could undermine India's long-term financial stability

Recognition of stressed assets significantly improved following the RBI's circular on February 12, 2018.
17 Dec 2018 3:53 PM
Authors are joining in too.

With Vowelor you don’t have to read alone

If books are your best friend, this app may be the second-best.
17 Dec 2018 3:47 PM
‘Rahul Gandhi should reveal his source of information,’ Union minister Smriti Irani said. (Photo: File | ANI)

'Lies of Rahul Gandhi on Rafale deal have been exposed’: Smriti Irani

‘The Congress has not only spread lies but has also tried to malign the Indian Air Force and the defence establishment,’ Smriti Irani said.
17 Dec 2018 3:43 PM
Vicky Kaushal will be next seen in URI opposite Yami Gautam. (Photo Courtesy: Vicky Kaushal's Instagram)

Vicky Kaushal admits he's in a 'serious relationship'

Vicky, who made his 'Koffee with Karan' debut, confirmed on the show that he is dating someone special.
17 Dec 2018 3:43 PM
You got your old body because you followed the old ways of maintaining it. (Photo: Pixabay)

Here are tips for weight management before party season

The best and most scientifically proven way of losing weight and keeping it off is a healthy, nutritious and balanced lifestyle change.
17 Dec 2018 3:41 PM
ASUS has Indianised the look and feel.

ASUS Zenfone Max Pro M2 review: Trickle down effect

Zenfone Max M2 woos mid-price phone buyers with premium features.
17 Dec 2018 3:40 PM
Trai recommended auction of about 8,644 MHz of telecom frequencies at an estimated total base price of Rs 4.9 lakh cr.

DoT expects to complete due process for 5G spectrum auction by Aug

Roll out of 5G services in the country will have an impact of USD 1 trillion on the economy.
17 Dec 2018 3:24 PM
Congress leader Kamal Nath was sworn in as the 18th chief minister of Madhya Pradesh in Bhopal. (Photo: ANI)

Congress’ Kamal Nath sworn in as Madhya Pradesh chief minister

Governor Anandiben Patel administered the oath of office to Kamal Nath.
17 Dec 2018 3:21 PM
Leading cloud communication player, Route Mobile is the first to bring RCS to India.

Rich Communication Service coming to India

SMS messages go multimedia in 2019, to take on WhatApp and Facebook, with new avatar called Rich Communication Service
17 Dec 2018 3:05 PM
Delhi High Court said Sajjan Kumar's life imprisonment will be for the remainder of his life and asked him to surrender by December 31. It also asked him not to leave Delhi before that. (Photo: File | PTI)

Justice finally delivered: AAP, BJP, Punjab Cong welcome Sajjan Kumar's conviction

The Delhi High Court sentenced Sajjan Kumar for conspiracy to commit murder and sentenced him to imprisonment for life.
17 Dec 2018 3:02 PM
The Nokia 8.1's plum shade is as different as it gets, and we love it.

Nokia 8.1 review: Style meets substance

A stylish Android One handset with the sweetness of Android Pie.
17 Dec 2018 2:49 PM
Saima (centre), wife of slain Abid Hussain Lone, being consoled by local women in J&K's Pulwama. (Photo: Kashmir Life)

Pulwama killing leaves Indonesian woman, 3-month-old child devastated

Among 7 civilians killed in troops’ firing in J&K's Pulwama on Saturday was an MBA pass out from university in Indonesia.
17 Dec 2018 2:37 PM
Globally, gold fell 0.07 per cent to USD 1,238.20 an ounce, while silver traded a shade higher at USD 14.64 an ounce in Singapore.

Gold slides on muted demand, weak global cues

Gold is trading at Rs 32,000 per 10 gram at the bullion market, owing to slackened demand from local jewelers.
17 Dec 2018 2:21 PM
K T Rama Rao has been appointed as TRS working president as K Chandrasekhar Rao would be focusing on national politics. (Photo: Twitter | @trspartyonline)

KCR’s son K T Rama Rao takes over as TRS working president

K T Rama Rao's appointment is being seen by many as a move anointing him as heir apparent to the party president.
17 Dec 2018 2:18 PM
Results showed increased blood concentrations of magnesium and elevated urinary levels of a breakdown product of alpha-tocopherol, commonly known as vitamin E. (Photo: Pixabay)

Hazelnuts may be the key to disease prevention, says study

Study found older adults who added hazelnuts to diet for 16 weeks significantly improved levels of two key micronutrients.
17 Dec 2018 2:14 PM
Santro MT and AMT are powered by a 1.1-litre petrol engine.

Hyundai Santro AMT vs MT - real-world performance comparison

Which is quicker? Manual or AMT? We tell you.
17 Dec 2018 2:12 PM
Air India's market share dropped from 19.8 per cent in January 2014 to just 11.8 per cent in September this year.

ICPA seeks long-term fleet expansion plan for Air India

Air India have just five more A-320 aircraft to join us out of the 27 ordered on lease about three years back.
17 Dec 2018 2:08 PM
Congress president Rahul Gandhi at Ashok Gehlot's swearing-in ceremony as Rajasthan Chief Minister. (Photo: Twitter | @RahulGandhi)

Thanks for believing in Congress, will fulfil responsibility: Rahul to Rajasthan

'It is an honour for the Congress party to serve Rajasthan. We will fulfil our responsibility,' Rahul Gandhi tweeted.
17 Dec 2018 2:08 PM
The majority of the rulebook for the Paris agreement has been created. (Photo: AP)

Talks adopt ‘rulebook’ to put Paris climate deal into action

Negotiators delayed other key decisions until next year — a move that frustrated environmentalists and countries.
17 Dec 2018 1:52 PM
The company had challenged the order in the National Green Tribunal (NGT).

Vedanta stock surges 6 per cent post NGT order on Tuticorin unit

The stock, after a positive opening on the NSE, gained 5.80 per cent to the intra-day high of Rs 213.30.
17 Dec 2018 1:47 PM
The Real-Time Governance Centre at the state Secretariat in Amaravati announced that 'Phethai' weakened into a cyclone as it made landfall near Katrenikona around 12.25 pm with a wind speed of 80 kmph. (Representational Image | AP)

Cyclone 'Phethai' makes landfall in east Godavari district of Andhra

Holiday has been declared for educational institutions in the coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh as a precautionary measure.
17 Dec 2018 1:42 PM
Relief statues are seen at the recently uncovered tomb of the Priest royal Purification during the reign of King Nefer Ir-Ka-Re, named "Wahtye", at the site of the step pyramid of Saqqara, in Giza, Egypt, Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018.The Egyptian Archaeological Mission working at the Sacred Animal Necropolis in Saqqara archaeological site succeeded to uncover the tomb, Antiquities Minister Khaled el-Anani, announced. (Photo: AP)

Egypt unveils 'one of a kind' tomb of ancient high priest

Tomb is brightly painted and is decorated with scenes showing the royal priest alongside his mother, wife and other members of his family.
17 Dec 2018 1:41 PM
During the 71st over bowled by Jasprit Bumrah, the respective captains were seen exchanging words after Kohli decided to field close to the non-striker and Gaffaney had to step in. (Photo: AP)

Australia vs India 2nd Test: Virat Kohli, Tim Paine involved in heated exchange

Tensions had flared-up towards the end of day three with Kohli and Paine exchanging verbal volleys as the game headed for a thrilling end.
17 Dec 2018 1:28 PM
Sajjan Kumar does not hold a position of power in the party, senior Congress leader Kapil Sibal said. (Photo: File | PTI)

Don't politicise Sajjan Kumar conviction in 1984 anti-Sikh riot case: Congress

Delhi HC on Monday convicted Congress leader for conspiracy to commit murder in the case and sentenced him to imprisonment for life.
17 Dec 2018 1:25 PM
The flush display finally comes to the Paperwhite.

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2018) review: The eBook reader you have been waiting for

A minor external refresh of the world's favourite ereader sporting some big internal changes.
17 Dec 2018 1:18 PM
The number of tech workers - who earn more than double the average wage - grew to 280,000 in 2017 from 240,000 in 2013.

Israel's tech sector faces challenge from shortage of workers

Tech companies are struggling to find tech professionals, with many already finding (them) overseas.
17 Dec 2018 1:08 PM
Several BJP leaders are supporting Bagga's protest. (Photo: Twitter | @TajinderBagga)

Will be on hunger strike till Kamal Nath is replaced as MP CM: Delhi BJP leader

The BJP leader alleged that Kamal Nath, nominated for the Chief Minister’s post in Madhya Pradesh, was involved in the anti-Sikh riots.
17 Dec 2018 1:04 PM
The government said its reforms reflect the review’s findings that completely banning zero hours contracts.

Uber welcomes, unions criticise UK plan to maintain flexible gig economy

Uber, best-known for its ride-hailing service has been criticised for hiring workers on a self-employed basis.
17 Dec 2018 1:00 PM
Smile Foundation - 4th Edition of Smile International Film Festival for Children and Youth Awards

4th edition of Smile International film festival for children awards announced

4th Edition of Smile International Film Festival for Children and Youth Awards announced on 14th December 2018.
17 Dec 2018 12:55 PM
The stance of country's 'first family' in not listening to SC's order on Rafale deal case petition can be termed as, with due respect, 'amazing audacity', Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said. (Photo: ANI)

Cong 'knowingly' misleading people on Rafale jet pricing: Sitharaman

SC on Friday had said there is no occasion to doubt decision-making process in procurement of 36 Rafale jets from France.
17 Dec 2018 12:46 PM
Qualcomm was also handed a setback in an antitrust lawsuit brought against it by the US Federal Trade Commission.

Foxconn not in settlement talks with Qualcomm in Apple battle: attorney

The conflict is but one aspect of the global legal battle between regulators, Apple and Qualcomm.
17 Dec 2018 12:13 PM
Akshay Kumar and Parineeti Chopra in latest 'Kesari' photos. (Courtesy: Twitter)

It's a wrap for 'Kesari': Parineeti Chopra shares her first look with Akshay Kumar

Karan Johar produced "Kesari", based on the Battle of Saragarhi, will arrive in cinema halls on March 21, 2019.
17 Dec 2018 12:12 PM
The statue was unveiled to the public in June 2016 by India’s former President Pranab Mukherjee.

'Racist' Mahatma Gandhi statue pulled down by teachers in Ghana

Having campaigned for removal of statue for two years, teachers at University of Ghana decided to pull down the statue themselves.
17 Dec 2018 12:07 PM
The hike is due to a rise in input costs and increase in fuel prices.

Tata price hike: Tiago, Tigor, Nexon, Hexa to get expensive

Price hike to take effect from January, 2019 Price hike will be applicable to all Tata cars.
17 Dec 2018 11:58 AM
The girl's parents were out on work when the incident took place, a senior police officer said. (Photo: File | PTI)

3-yr-old raped by guard in Delhi on Nirbhaya’s 6th anniversary, locals bash him up

The minor girl was raped allegedly by man who works as guard and lives in ground floor of same building as child.
17 Dec 2018 11:57 AM
Ashok Gehlot is the fourth leader to become chief minister of Rajasthan for a third time. (Photo: Twitter | @ashokgehlot51))

Ashok Gehlot swears in as Rajasthan Chief Minister, Sachin Pilot deputy CM

Congress President Rahul Gandhi attended the swearing-in ceremony of the new chief minister of Rajasthan.
17 Dec 2018 11:40 AM
KGF: Chapter 1 is slated for release in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam on 21 December.

'Baahubali' director SS Rajamouli is keen to watch actor Yash's KGF

Presented by Farhan Akhtar's Excel Entertainment, KGF has created immense excitement amongst the cinegoers.
17 Dec 2018 11:32 AM
Virat Kohli's 123-run innings was his sixth Test hundred on Australian soil, joining boyhood hero Sachin Tendulkar. (Photo: AP)

Virat Kohli a better batsman than Sachin Tendulkar, Brian Lara: Michael Vaughan

Kohli on Sunday became the second fastest player to scorer 25 Test centuries.
17 Dec 2018 11:23 AM
Rajkummar Rao.

After 'Stree', Rajkummar Rao reunites with Dinesh Vijan for a horror-comedy

Co-produced by "Fukrey" helmer Mrigdeep Singh Lamba, the film also features Varun Sharma.
17 Dec 2018 11:21 AM
Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn.

More difficult to be an actress in Hollywood, says 'Hateful Eight' star Kurt Russell

Russell also praised female actors, including his partner Goldie Hawn, for defying entertainment industry's rules on ageing.
17 Dec 2018 11:14 AM
Finance minister Arun Jaitley. (Photo: ANI)

Jaitley sees 8 per cent plus GDP growth rate as polls near

Economic affairs secretary echoes minister to say a USD 10 trillion economy by 2030.
17 Dec 2018 11:02 AM
Congress leader Sajjan Kumar was convicted of murder and rioting during the clashes that broke out in the wake of late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's assassination by her Sikh bodyguards. (Photo: File)

1984 anti-Sikh riots: Congress leader Sajjan Kumar gets life imprisonment

Reversing the acquittal order of a lower court, the Delhi High Court has asked Sajjan Kumar to surrender by December 31.
17 Dec 2018 10:57 AM
Scientists found that they could protect animal models from HIV by injecting them with neutralizing antibodies that were produced in the lab. (Photo: PTI)

World's oldest monkeys may help fight against HIV

Rhesus macaque could be prompted to produce neutralizing antibodies against one strain of HIV that resembles the resilient viral form.
17 Dec 2018 10:54 AM
Another case was confirmed in a district of the city of Jixi in the northeastern province of Heilongjiang where 24 pigs died on a farm of 84 pigs. (Photo: AP)

China confirms new African swine fever cases in Sichuan, Heilongjiang

One outbreak occurred on a farm of 210 pigs in Yanting county in the southwestern province of Sichuan, killing 26.
17 Dec 2018 10:44 AM
The big moment came when the India skipper was dismissed by Australia’s in-form spinner Nathan Lyon.(Photo: AP)

Aus vs India 2nd Test: India's hopes hanging in balance as Australia dominate Day 4

Score after 41 overs, India 112-5 (2nd innings, target 287) Pant 9(19), Hanuma Vihari 24(58); Starc 10-2-28-1.
17 Dec 2018 10:41 AM
Congress President Rahul Gandhi will be attending all the three oath-taking ceremonies. (Photo: PTI)

3 Cong CMs took oath in Hindi heartland today, eyes were on Oppn unity

A host of leaders attended the swearing-in ceremony of Ashok Gehlot, Kamal Nath and Bhupesh Baghel.
17 Dec 2018 10:38 AM
Sufferers are often bed-bound and unable to carry out basic daily activities like washing and feeding themselves. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study finds chronic fatigue clues in overactive immune response

A severe illness characterised by long-term physical and mental fatigue, CFS is thought to affect up to 17 million people worldwide.
17 Dec 2018 10:27 AM
Belgium held their nerve until the end of four quarters -- with the score level at 0-0 -- and then again through the penalty shootout as each team converted two of their five shots in the east Indian city of Bhubaneswar. (Photo: AFP)

Hockey World Cup: Belgium edge out Netherlands in final to lift maiden title

Belgium became the sixth nation to lift the World Cup trophy since its inception in 1971.
17 Dec 2018 10:17 AM
The GST not just made India one market by levying uniform tax rates on goods and services, it also did away with tax-on-tax prevalent in the previous system.

GST regime led to better savings as tax rates came down

GST rates have been lowered on an array of commonly used goods and services which resulted in monthly savings for consumers.
17 Dec 2018 10:15 AM
Positive cues from other Asian markets also bolstered trading sentiments here, traders said.

Sensex rises 224 points on fund inflows, positive Asian cues

The broader Nifty 50 index was trading at 10,864.80, with a gain of 59.35 points, or 0.55 per cent.
17 Dec 2018 10:07 AM
Increased selling of the American currency by exporters and banks also supported the domestic currency.

Rupee rises 16 paise against US dollar in early trade

Rupee is trading at 71.74 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday at the interbank foreign exchange.
17 Dec 2018 10:01 AM
Senegal winger Mane put Liverpool ahead in the 24th minute when he broke away from Ashley Young to meet Fabinho's sublime pass with a nimble piece of chest control before shooting past David De Gea. (Photo: AFP)

Premier League: Liverpool back on top as Mane, Shaqiri sink Man United

Meanwhile, Arsenal were handed their first league defeat in 15 matches as Unai Emery's side fell to Southampton 2-3.
17 Dec 2018 9:47 AM
The announcement caps a year of continued job creation. Apple added 6,000 jobs to its American workforce in 2018 and now employs 90,000 people in all 50 states. As announced in January, the company is on track to create 20,000 jobs in the US by 2023. In 16 states, Apple today employs over 1,000 people.

Apple to build new campus in Austin and add jobs across the US

New sites in Seattle, San Diego and Culver City, California
17 Dec 2018 8:56 AM
The tiny satellites are called “CubeSats”, and will collect data on phenomena such as radiation belts or on autonomous movement in space for a group of universities and the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

New Zealand's Rocket Lab shoots 13 tiny cube satellites into orbit

Sunday’s launch was the second commercial launch for the New Zealand firm.
17 Dec 2018 8:54 AM
Panasonic, Sony and Mitsubishi Electric are among those implementing practices that have been routine at many US and European companies, such as engaging designers at every step and treating packaging as part of the product.

Japanese electronics firms look to re-engineer their design mojo

The project is among a range of efforts in the Japanese electronics industry to reinvigorate industrial design.
17 Dec 2018 8:53 AM
FFE founder Prabhu Goel awarding a scholarship cheque to an FFE scholar

FFE: Giving poor, bright students manna of scholarship, mentoring

The Goels struck upon the idea of launching an NGO after they sold their first company.
17 Dec 2018 6:34 AM
Prathapchandra Shetty newly-elected Council Chairman

SR Patil got a chance twice, was minister and Oppn leader too: Prathapchandra Shetty

Mr Shetty said  he did not expect to become Council chairman but the party, going by merit, could not deny him the post.
17 Dec 2018 6:30 AM
In women, TB in the genital tract leads to thinning of endometrial lining due to the infection in the uterus, resulting in a barrier to the proper development of the foetus.

Genital TB impacts fertility in women

One in every five women suffering from genital TB cannot conceive naturally and the incidences now attribute to around 70% of women.
17 Dec 2018 6:08 AM
A file photo of BJP supporters at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's election campaign rally for the state Assembly elections in Jaipur (Photo: PTI)

BJP foot soldiers blame ‘elitist’ culture for party’s poll debacle

There’s no second or third line of leadership in any of the BJP-ruled states,” said a party worker on condition of anonymity.
17 Dec 2018 6:04 AM
Air Officer Commanding in Chief, Training Command, Indian Air Force Air Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria paying homage on 'Vijay Diwas' to commemorate the Indian victory over Pakistan in the 1971 Indo-Pak War, at the War Memorial at HQ Training Command in Bengaluru on Sunday (Photo: KPN)

Vijay Diwas celebrated at Indian Air Force Headquarters in Bengaluru

The War Memorial at the Indian Air Force Headquarters Training Command saw a wreath-laying ceremony in memory of the armed forces.
17 Dec 2018 6:02 AM
The EPGP Prayaas and the PGP Vikasana teams of IIM-Bangalore along with the participants at the camp held at the Institute.

IIM-Bangalore students donate adjustable prosthetic kits

The artificial limbs were provided by Nonspec a start-up at NSRCEL, IIMB’s innovation and entrepreneurial centre.
17 Dec 2018 5:58 AM
City Mayor Gangambike at the inauguration of Major Akshay Girish Road in Bengaluru on Sunday (Image DC)

Bengaluru: Road named after Major Akshay Girish

Major Akshay Girish was not only our son, but son of the country who fought bravely to save lives of the hostages.
17 Dec 2018 5:52 AM
The road from Sarakki Metro towards Dayananda Sagar Institutions (Image DC)

Potholes & burning garbage, Sarakki chokes on neglect

Earlier this year, the BBMP had installed an aluminum sheet to prevent illegal garbage dumping and burning.
17 Dec 2018 3:41 AM
Central Crime Branch

Ambidant: Central Crime Branch arrests journalist

The CCB officials produced Ashoka before a magistrate on Sunday and secured two-day custody for further investigation.
17 Dec 2018 3:33 AM
Roopali Naik

Karnataka CM sir, help trace our MLA, We have many matters to solve

Interestingly, Roopali Naik had raised the 'Beer Mela' issue at the session and the clippings of this had gone viral on social media.
17 Dec 2018 3:30 AM
A senior officer said that they are still investigating whether Akash had brought the knife when he returned or his attackers had a knife. (Representational Image)

Bengaluru: Call centre employee kills shopkeeper over petty row

The deceased has been identified as Manjunath, 45, a resident of J.C. Nagar and owner of Sai Condiments in Kurubarahalli.
17 Dec 2018 3:28 AM
Kaiga Atomic Power Station

Karwar: Strong opposition to Kaiga nuke plant expansion proposal

The government proposes to expand Kaiga Power Station by setting up the fifth and sixth units. The power station has four units.
17 Dec 2018 3:26 AM
According to the police, the couple had a fight on Saturday and in a fit of rage Nanjappa grabbed a boulder and hit Lakshmana on her head.

Bengaluru: Man crushes wife to death with boulder

The accused, identified as Nanjappa, a resident of Jodi Karepura, surrendered before the police after the incident.
17 Dec 2018 3:20 AM
Health Minister Shivanand Patil

Mysuru: Organo phosphorous in prasada?

Health minister Mr Patil said that the government will provide treatment and monitor patients for 15 days until they get stabilised. 
17 Dec 2018 3:14 AM
The police have registered a case of extortion, wrongful restraint, assault and intentional insult to provoke breach of peace against the accused. 

Bengaluru: 7 students blackmail collegemate after planting drugs

In the latest incident, a gang of seven students last Wednesday assaulted, blackmailed and extorted money from a student in Manasandra.
17 Dec 2018 3:14 AM
The victims being treated at KR Hospital in Mysuru on Sunday – DC

Karnataka temple tragedy: Two more dead

Heartrending scenes near Mysuru Medical College mortuary as death toll rises to 13, including two kids.
17 Dec 2018 3:07 AM
Relatives of Salamma, a victim, grieving in an ambulance near MMCRI mortuary on Sunday

Karnataka temple ''prasada'' tragedy: Death toll rises to 13

Hanur MLA Narendra confirmed that there was a dispute between two groups of priests at Sulavadi.
17 Dec 2018 2:55 AM
The distillery at Kulali village of Mudhol taluk in Bagalkote district that was reduced to rubble after a blast — KPN

Blast in Bagalkote distillery kills 4

There would have been more casualties if the distillery was located in a residential area, said sources. 
17 Dec 2018 2:50 AM
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The statue was unveiled to the public in June 2016 by India’s former President Pranab Mukherjee.
 

World's oldest monkeys may help fight against HIV

Scientists found that they could protect animal models from HIV by injecting them with neutralizing antibodies that were produced in the lab. (Photo: PTI)
 

Doctors shocked to find needles buried inside woman's body for 30 years

According to the traditional technique leaving needles in the skin can alleviate pain (Photo: AFP)
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