[wanabidii] News Digest: Hyundai to invest $73 billion by 2018

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Tuesday, January 06, 2015
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		Business
		Hyundai to invest $73 billion by 2018 South Korea's Hyundai on Tuesday announced its plans to invest 80.7 trillion won ($73 billion) by 2018 in bolstering overseas production and developing next-generation cars. Services sector sees moderate expansion in Dec: HSBC Services sector activity in India expanded in December, but at a slower pace as firms received lesser number of new orders as compared to the previous month, a monthly HSBC survey said on Tuesday. Gold futures up by Rs 109 on global cues Taking positive cues from global markets, gold rose by Rs 109 to Rs 27,147 per ten gram in futures trade on Tuesday as speculators enlarged positions. More Business News»

		Environment
		High-level panel suggests single window system for green nods Observing that corporates seek "short cuts" to get clearance for their environment projects, a high level committee has suggested setting up of a 'single window' clearance system for green projects to significantly reduce the processing time. Catch Royal Bengal tiger by the trail this winter The Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), is conducting nature trails to local spots as well are those outside Mumbai to celebrate the chill winter months. Pregnant elephant found dead in TN wildlife sanctuary The female elephant was apparently attacked by a male elephant, according to wildlife officials at the sanctuary. More Environment News»

		World
		Strong currents slow search for AirAsia wreckage With only 37 bodies recovered since Flight 8501 crashed Dec.28, there are also concerns that it will become harder to find the remaining corpses. Tabloid, prominent Germans condemn anti-Muslim rallies Top-selling German tabloid Bild and 50 prominent Germans called on Tuesday for an end to what they see as rising xenophobia. Pak parliament approves establishment of military courts Pakistan's national assembly on Tuesday approved the 21st constitutional amendment to pave the way for the establishment of military courts whose foremost aim is to deal strictly with terrorists. More World News»

		Science
		Pill tricks body into burning calories Here is some good news for those wanting to burn off extra calories or reduce blood sugar levels: researchers have developed a new pill that tricks the body into thinking it has consumed calories, causing it to burn fat. Scientists look for clues of long life in genes of bowhead whales Scientists have decoded the genome of the bowhead whale which can live over 200 years with little evidence of age-related disease. Why do we get 'sneezy' in winters revealed Researchers have found the answer to why do people get common cold virus easily in winters. More Science News»

		Technology
		TCS job cuts: Trade unions crack IT code The last bastion has been breached. The Indian information technology sector, which was untouched by trade union activity, is suddenly being targeted by both organised and unorganised groups. Snapdeal messes up again, delivers second-hand phone Having gone for for cash on delivery option for the order, Gautam Sachdeva claims he took the money back from the delivery person as soon as he opened the box. 7 best smartphones under Rs 15,000 More Technology News»

		Education
		Delhi Police detains AISA students protesting against bank job cuts AISA activists were protesting against ministry of finance's move to cut jobs in banking sector despite thousands vacancies lying unfulfilled. II PU exams will be based on blow up syllabus In a major relief to II PU students in the state, the department of PU education has decided to conduct the final exams based on the blow up syllabus. More jobs, better hikes for management graduates this year: Poll 2015 is expected to usher in good news for management graduates. Right from increased hiring to salary increase above the rate of inflation are some of the key highlights predicted by an employers’ poll conducted based on the year-end poll of employers 2014. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Traffic still moving slow at Kamothe toll plaza Even at 3.30 pm, vehicular traffic moving slowly at the vandalized Kamothe toll plaza Kamothe toll protest: Traffic paralyses all Around 50 traffic cops have been deployed at the two toll plazas and around 80 cops from kalamboli, Kamothe and Kharghar police stations. Kharghar, Kamothe toll plaza vandalism After the MNS activists vandalized three toll booths at the Kamothe toll plaza on the Panvel lane on Tuesday around 4.45am, Kamothe and Kharghar cops were deployed at the two spots to ensure law and order was maintained. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Shashi Tharoor: Stunned to hear police have filed murder case in Sunanda Pushakar's death Congress leader Shashi Tharoor said on Tuesday that he was stunned to hear that Delhi Police have filed a murder case in Sunanda Pushkar's death. Sunanda Pushkar murder: 10 things we know Congress leader Shashi Tharoor's wife Sunanda Pushakar did not commit suicide but was murdered, Delhi Police chief BS Bassi said on Tuesday. Sunanda Pushkar was murdered: Delhi Police Delhi police have confirmed that Sunanda Pushkar, wife of former Union minister Shashi Tharoor, was murdered. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Mirchi Mandakki Kadak Chai team promotes movie in Bengaluru The movie stars several newbies Tackling Ebola - Liberia seeks ayurvedic help from state Doctors in Karnataka will advise the Liberian government on using traditional Ayurveda to tackle modern-day scourge Ebola. CNR Rao raises bar for Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research On Monday, Prof Rao recounted the incident at the valedictory function of the silver jubilee celebrations of the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR). More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Now, 'Arogya Lakshmi' for pregnant women After Kalyana Lakshmi, the government programme that aims to provide a one-time financial assistance of Rs 51,000 to girls from the weaker sections of the society for their weddings, it is time now for `Arogya Lakshmi' programme in Telangana. KCR plans to draw Srisailam water for Hyderabad In a move that could trigger fresh controversy over water sharing with Andhra Pradesh, the Telangana government has come up with a proposal to tap more water from the river Krishna, this time from the Srisailam dam, to meet the city’s drinking water needs. Centre releases funds to implement multi-sectoral development plan After being caught in the bifurcation tangles for almost a year, the Centre has now released the first instalment of Rs 7.51 crore for the implementation of the multi-sectoral development plan (MsDP) in the five blocks (mandals) in two districts of Telangana state. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Sexual assault in custody: Madras HC directs TN govt to pay Rs 3 lakh compensation to two Rajasthani women The first bench comprising Chief Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul and Justice M M Sundresh directed the government to make the payment within a month and asked the CB-CID to file its response by February 16. Fog affects flight services at Chennai airport Flights scheduled between 6am and 7.30am were affected. They could depart only after 8am when visibility conditions were improved. Corruption cases in TN up, but convictions see a fall Data from DVAC shows that the agency investigated and made enquiries in 295 cases in 2000-01, a number that went up to 462 in 2013-14. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Mystery shrouds abduction of 2 boats, 12 fishermen The abduction of two boats along with 12 fishermen onboard by the Pakistan Marine Security Agency (MSA) on January 3 is shrouded in mystery. Indian Railways to be part of Vibrant Gujarat Investors Summit Indian Railways will also be a part of the 7th Gujarat Global Trade Show - 2015 to be held at the at helipad ground area in Gandhinaga Avoid major roads to capital during Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) and Vibrant Gujarat Global Investors Summit (VGGIS) City Police officials issued a notification on Monday outlining the road blocks and traffic diversions for Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) and Vibrant Gujarat Global Investors Summit (VGGIS) events. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Rlys tighten security, plies special trains for Magh Mela North Central Railway has geared for the first bathing day, Paush Poornima in Magh Mela on Monday. Special trains are being plied and extra coaches have been attached in the trains. The security at the Allahabad railway junction and the adjoining small stations has also been increased. Government Railway Police (GRP) and Railway Protection Force (RPF) forces have been deployed at the sensitive points at the Allahabad junction and small stations to keep vigil on the suspicious elements. Saints declare water unsuitable for bath, threaten boycott Saints belonging to Dandi Bada have decided to boycott auspicious Paush Purnima bath on Monday in protest against mela authorities failure to make the river suitable for bathing and providing basic amenities to seers camping in the mela area. Magh Mela begins today with Paush Purnima 'snan' The 44-day Magh Mela is set to begin today with approximately 25 lakh pilgrims, including scores of kalpwasis, expected to take a holy dip at Sangam, the confluence of Yamuna, Ganga and mythological Saraswati, on the occasion of Paush Purnima. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Naveen dangles welfare carrot for Jagannath temple servitors To placate Jagannath Temple servitors, who were seemingly angry with the state’s government decision to ban pilgrims from climbing chariots during Rath Yatra from last year, chief minister Naveen Patnaik on Monday announced a host of welfare schemes for them and their family members. BJD thriving on Congress weakness: Niranjan Congress needs to reach out to people through more concerted efforts to establish itself as an alternative to the BJD in the state, said senior party leader Niranjan Patnaik here on Monday. Oil minister rolls out subsidized LPG scheme Oil minister Dharmendra Pradhan here on Monday launched a new LPG scheme for below poverty line (BPL) families. They will get Rs 1,600 subsidy on new connections. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		7 youths arrested for displaying banner with Pakistani flag Seven youths have been arrested here for allegedly putting up a banner with an image of Pakistani flag on it, police said on Tuesday. BJP gives in to MLA's demand, names Kanta from Chhindwara After dropping name of Vijaya Yadav, BJP on Monday settled for Kanta Sadaran as its mayoral candidate for Chhindwara. Buddhist varsity: Academic session begins Academic session in Sanchi Buddhist and Indic Studies University at village Barla in Raisen district began with eight courses from Monday. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Pangi to be developed for tourism In past Himachal Pradesh government had tried to promote tourism activity in Pangi valley by publishing a Coffee table book "Unforgettable Himachal" that included some fascinating facts about this remote valley. Punjab SP accuses Chandigarh cops for misbehaving SP (security), Punjab, Gautam Singhal on Tuesday accused Inspector Amanjot Singh and DSP Satbir Singh for manhandling and thrashing him at a late night club on Tuesday. Best friends, two girls into suicide pact, end their life by hanging in hostel room In a shocking incident, two girls, both students of first year in Diploma in education (D.ed) at District Institute of Education and Training (DIET) got into the suicide pact. More Chandigarh News»

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