[wanabidii] News Digest: Hyundai to raise car prices by up to Rs 30,000

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Thursday, December 10, 2015
		Today's Headlines

		Business
		Hyundai to raise car prices by up to Rs 30,000 "We are constrained to consider the price increase on account of factors like increase in cost of components, weak rupee etc," Rakesh Srivastava, senior vice president of sales and marketing at Hyundai Motor India Ltd, said in a statement. Qatar Airways plans to fly to new Indian cities Qatar Airways Group CEO Akbar Al Baker told PTI here that the carrier is in talks with Indian authorities to get it's "futuristic deals" through in order to expand of operations. Sensex rebounds by 140 points on Asians cues The benchmark BSE Sensex gained 140 points in early trade on Thrusday mostly driven by a value buying in blue-chip stocks coupled with mixed Asians cues. More Business News»

		Environment
		Pollution on the rise as temperature dips in Delhi Overcast skies and a distinct layer of smog marked another highly polluted day in Delhi which saw further increase in the level of suspended particulate matter, with the average reading of PM 2.5 touching 204 microgram per cubic metre, keeping the air quality 'very poor'. Global warming could cause fall in oxygen: Study Earth's oxygen could dramatically fall due to change in ocean temperature of just several degrees, which may likely result in the mass mortality of animals and humans, a new study has claimed. Beijing smog reaches over 25 times safe levels Beijing ordered hundreds of factories to shut and allowed children to skip school as choking smog reached over 25 times safe levels on Tuesday, casting a cloud over China’s participation in Paris climate talks. More Environment News»

		World
		We have hydrogen bomb, North Korean leader hints North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un has hinted that his nuclear-armed state has developed a hydrogen bomb, a move that would signal a major step forward in its nuclear weapons capabilities. North Korea has already tested three atom bombs, which rely on nuclear fission. China to give social rights to 13m 'illegal' citizens China will give household registration permits to its unregistered citizens and make medical insurance coverage more equal, the government said on Wednesday, as it looks to overhaul systems often under fire for failing those people most in need. Syrian opposition seeks to close ranks Syria's fragmented opposition and rebel groups sought common ground on Wednesday ahead of planned negotiations to end a conflict which has devastated the country and drawn forces from Cold War and Middle East rivals into ever deeper combat operations. More World News»

		Science
		Kids with common allergies at high heart disease risk Children with allergic disease, particularly asthma and hay fever, have twice the rate of high blood pressure and high cholesterol, setting them on course for heart disease at early age, finds a new study. Happiness doesn't bring good health, study finds Go ahead and sulk. Unhappiness won't kill you. A study published on Wednesday in The Lancet, following 1 million middle-aged women in Britain for 10 years, finds that the widely held view that happiness enhances health and longevity is unfounded. Blame genes for impulsive choices: US researchers The tendency to take a smaller reward now rather than waiting for a larger one available later is strongly influenced by genetics, which means it can be inherited, a new study has found. More Science News»

		Technology
		7 of Yahoo's biggest mistakes Internet pioneer Yahoo will break itself apart -- but just not in the way it had previously planned. As the internet company sets on a new course, here's a look back at where all it messed up. 4 most hackable tech gifts of 2015 Christmas is almost here, and so is the gifting time for many of us. Moto 360 (second-generation) review: An Android smartwatch that will last you day  The second-generation Moto 360 comes with a few improvements and new custom apps, along with more designs and size options. But, does it provide a good enough reason for you to shell out (the starting price of) Rs 19,990? We find out in our Moto 360 (second-generation) review. More Technology News»

		Education
		Girls better at reading than boys Girls did significantly well across the country in reading comprehension, while there was little difference between girls and boys in Mathematics, Social Science and General Science scores. Games & siblings key to do better in maths: NCERT Children who play games every day and those with siblings score better in mathematics, but watching television ruins their scores, NCERT National Achievement Survey has revealed. ATPI-CII to launch web portal for students Association of Technical and Professional Institutes (ATPI) and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) have joined hands for the first time to create a single platform to facilitate better internship and placement offers to the students. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		State to decide on challenging the verdict State government is apparently thinking on whether to challenge the high court verdict in salman khan case or not in the Supreme Court. Child labour, cruelty to Indian cows exposed in Bangladesh leather industry For two years, activists of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), along with international journalist Manfred Karremann, investigated the billion-dollar leather industry in Bangladesh. Prosecution has failed to establish its case against Salman Khan on all charges: Bombay HC Justice A R Joshi of the Bombay high court awaits the arrival of actor Salman Khan to court for pronouncement of the judgment in the appeal filed by the actor against his conviction in the 2002 case. The Judge held that the prosecution has failed to establish its case on all charges against the actor beyond reasonable doubt. Also in considered view of court even charge of section 134 of MV act may not be attracted, the judge said. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Showshaa Nightclub hosts official after-party for Afrojack in Delhi EDM lovers were seen grooving to tunes from around the world, when Showshaa Nightclub hosted the official after-party for award winning DJ and producer Afrojack's Delhi performance. Restaurateur Umang Tewari hosts fun evening at Junkyard Cafe in Delhi Restaurateur Umang Tewari hosted yet an other evening of fun, great food and masti at Junkyard Cafe, as the place unveiled their new beverage menu. 2014 judicial exam not to be scrapped: SC The Supreme Court on Wednesday made it clear that the 2014 Delhi Judicial Services examination would not be quashed and 15 successful candidates who cleared the test can join the service. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Elephant tramples farmer to death in Kanakapura In yet another case of human-animal conflict, close to state capital Bengaluru, a farmer has been trampled to death by an elephant in Kanakapura taluk of Ramanagar district. Karanth comes alive through his own characters For over a decade, it was home to a man who dedicated the glorious years of his life to theatre. Today, it is a stage for artistes who seek to recreate the legend's persona. Babukodi, the two-storey building in Girinagar which housed the doyen of Indian theatre BV Karanth, will soon host a performance that seeks to unravel his versatile personality. DKS: Only Kannadigas will get preference in energy dept “Only Kannadigas will be given preference while recruiting engineers in the energy department in future,“ power minister DK Shivakumar said on Wednesday. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Rush to register political parties for Hyderabad civic polls With the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) polls scheduled for next month, there is a rush to register political parties with the Telangana State Election Commission. While the main contenders will be the recognized national and state political parties, that has not deterred others from approaching the commission for registration of new parties. Government attempts to woo professionals with housing for all promise In what could be an ambitious move to pack the capital city with anticipated population, the state government is contemplating to launch ‘Housing for All.’ Central team visits flood hit areas Central team made a whirlwind visit of flood hit areas in the district on Wednesday. The team headed by joint secretary in the union home ministry, Satyendra Garg inspected the damages to the fields, tanks and roads in Pellakuru, Sullurpet, Tada and Kota mandals till evening. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Chennai floods: Try erring Tamil Nadu officials for manslaughter, says PIL in Madras HC Tamil Nadu government officials responsible for the delayed, and unannounced, release of a large quantity of water from Chembarambakkam reservoir that led to loss of 280 lives must be tried for manslaughter, a PIL filed in the Madras high court has said. Delhi express trains rescheduled Southern Railway has rescheduled Chennai Central – Delhi Sarai Rohilla Grand Trunk Express and Chennai Central – New Delhi Tamil Nadu Express trains due to late running of their pairing trains. Sri Lankan naval forces arrest 10 Indian fishermen According to the Sri Lankan navy website, the navy assisted the country’s coast guard in arresting 10 Indian fishermen and their boat, 26 nautical miles off Point Pedro. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Gujarat gaining popularity in defence manufacturing sector Manufacturing is considered Gujarat's strength, but the state figured nowhere on the defence manufacturing map of India two years back. Hefty compensation likely for land acquired from farmers Farmers can expect a bounty as the state prepares a draft bill to implement UPA's flagship `The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act 2013' in state. The state government may give as much as three to four times compensation for land acquired from farmers for urban, peri-urban, industrial and service industry. Electric buses to be introduced soon State transport minister Vijay Rupani on Wednesday in New Delhi said that the government of Gujarat would introduce a fleet of six electric buses for public transport between Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad as part of its efforts to ensure pollution free green environment. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Allahabad high court permits installing loudspeakers at Ganga ghats of Varanasi The Allahabad High Court, on Thursday, has given permission to the state government for installing music system at three historical ghats of Varanasi during the scheduled visit of Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi along with the Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on January 12. City Government Public Library set for complete makeover The Allahabad Government Public Library, known as a perfect place for bibliophiles, is all set to get a makeover after state government has sanctioned Rs 94 lakh for its face-lift with automation and conservation of decades old books. Mini-India comes alive at NCZCC People thronging the ongoing Shilp Mela at North Central Zone Cultural Centre (NCZCC) were mesmerized with the rich presentation of folk songs and dances of various parts of the country on Monday. A mini-India has been recreated at this venue. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		7 jumbos die in M'bhanj in 1 month An elephant, which was recently found dead in Similipal Biosphere Reserve, is believed to have been killed by a tusker."There was a wide injury mark on the pachyderm's abdomen. Surveillance beefed up in Chilika A day after the mysterious death of 18 peacocks, forest officials of Chilka wildlife division on Wednesday increased surveillance in the lake playing host to migratory birds. Railways treats waste water, uses it to clean train coaches The East Coast Railway (ECoR) is putting dirty, sewage water to good use by filtering it and cleaning trains with it. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		RGPV: Advanced solar tech plant work continues apace Rajiv Gandhi Proudhyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV) is barely two months away from getting results for work, state-of-art plant installation, the work for which is underway. Woman dies in hospital, kin create ruckus A 35-year-old woman died after allegedly being administered a ‘wrong injection’ at a private hospital on Wednesday morning. Kolar police seized medicines and an injection administered to the woman and started a probe. The incident took place at JK Hospital. Grieving family members created a ruckus in hospital. Thermal plants draining Madhya Pradesh exchequer In a move causing loss of crores to state exchequer, state owned thermal power plants are purchasing high quality coal despite the fact that their plants are designed for consumption of cheap coal, thus increasing the cost of power production. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		AAP's decision not to contest Khadoor Sahib by-election draws flak from within In statement issued on Wednesday Sidhu said that the Khadoor Sahib by-election presented an opportunity to the people of Punjab to raise relevant issues pertaining to our collective future. Badal govt can even mortgage people: Bajwa Former state Congress president Pratap Singh Bajwa on Wednesday slammed the Akali-BJP government in the state for mortgaging 12 state-owned properties, including a widow home, residential colonies and a mental hospital site, to raise Rs 2,100 crore loan. FDA conducts raids to seize banned drugs Food and drugs administration (FDA) raided various districts of Haryana to control the sale of illegal medicines and recovered banned drugs of about Rs 2 lakh from over two dozens of commercial places. More Chandigarh News»

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