[wanabidii] News Digest: Exceedingly high oil prices can create problems: Jaitley

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		Friday, April 08, 2016
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		Business
		Exceedingly high oil prices can create problems: Jaitley Oil prices rose 5 per cent on Wednesday, their biggest advance in three weeks, after the US government reported a surprise draw in domestic crude stockpiles versus market expectations for a new record high. US crude contract settled up $1.86 at $37.75 a barrel. India to showcase investment potential at UAE biz meet India will showcase its "huge investment potential" and multifaceted strengths in various economic sectors at an annual business meet in the UAE next week as bilateral ties move to a "higher level". The Annual Investment Meeting is scheduled to be held in the UAE from April 11 to 13. India on course of fiscal consolidation: US official Indian policymakers have moved "aggressively" to reduce inflation, improve external stability and put India on a course of fiscal consolidation, a top US official has said, praising policy improvements that have strengthened investors' confidence in the country. More Business News»

		Environment
		Australia shares concern for Great Barrier Reef Australia's environment minister said bleaching in the Great Barrier Reef is "major and significant", after renowned naturalist Sir David Attenborough said climate change has put the attraction in "grave danger". Bleaching can stunt the recovery of, and sometimes kill, many varieties of coral. Airline carbon tax will burden poor countries: BASIC The unanimous stand emerged during the two-day ministerial meeting of the BASIC group here. Over 120 nations to sign climate deal in April: France More than 120 countries have said they are ready to sign the UN's accord to fight global warming, French ecology minister Segolene Royal has said. The 32-page deal calls on rich nations to muster at least $100 billion a year in climate aid from 2020. More Environment News»

		World
		EU threatens to sanction tax havens like Panama The European Union has threatened to sanction countries like Panama if they continue to refuse to cooperate fully to fight money laundering and tax evasion, after a leak of data showed the tiny country remains a key destination for people who want to hide money. 'Love triumphs' as Colombia OKs gay marriage Colombia's highest court is paving the way for same-sex couples to marry in the conservative Roman Catholic nation. The court has rejected by a 6-3 vote a justice's opinion that would have prevented public notaries from registering the unions as marriages. The new rule is expected in coming weeks TV interview of mafia boss's son sparks outrage in Italy Convicted mobster Giuseppe Salvatore Riina, whose father Salvatore "Toto" Riina was the bloodiest of all Sicilian mafia bosses, has sparked outrage in Italy by giving an interview to RAI state television, in which he described his childhood as "nice" and refused to denounce the mob. More World News»

		Science
		New genes responsible for stroke, dementia discovered A team of US researchers has found a new set of genes that may be responsible for stroke and dementia -- the two most common and disabling neurological conditions. The new gene, called FOXF2, increases the risk of having a stroke due to small vessel disease in the brain. Researchers identify potent antibodies against HIV Scientists have developed a structure-based vaccine design that can jumpstart an effective immune response to HIV by rapidly offsetting antibodies against the virus, which so far have been unsuccessful. Anti-ageing pill that could see humans living a decade longer moves a step closer Experiments with fruit flies – which also have the GSK-3 protein – found that the molecule could be inhibited by low-level lithium use, which extended their lives by 16%. This has raised hopes that lithium could eventually be turned into a tablet to prolong human life. More Science News»

		Technology
		12 steps to become a Snapchat messaging expert Snapchat's messaging is way more powerful than sending a text. You can upload photos, make an audio or video call, or send stickers to friends. Apple iPhone SE, 9.7-inch iPad Pro officially launched in India Apple's latest iPhone and iPad -- iPhone SE and 9.7-inch iPad Pro -- have officially launched in the country. The iPhone SE and the new iPad Pro are available through the company's online and offline retail partners in the country. WhatsApp encryption: 8 things to know The latest version of the app will use security technology that means that messages can't be intercepted as they travel between devices. More Technology News»

		Education
		Online training, summer camp part of Delhi govt's education action plan IITs to double fee, JEE rule change soon While the fee hike will be implemented from the new academic session this year, changes in JEE will be effective from 2017.As reported by . Interest-free loans for all IIT students All IIT students will have access to interest-free loan for the entire tuition fee under government's 'Vidyalakshmi' scheme at the time of admission, the HRD ministry has proposed. The proposal comes in the context of the fee hike at IITs. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Maha assures HC on tackling shortage of Rs 100 stamp papers Mumbai, Apr 8 () The Maharashtra government has assured the Bombay High Court that it would adopt measures to ensure that Rs 100 stamp papers are easily available with vendors. Britain's royal couple to attend fundraiser with Bollywood stars Mumbai, April 8 (IANS) The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince William and Kate Middleton, who will start their maiden visit to India on Sunday from Mumbai, will be part of a fundraiser which is expected to be attended by stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Rishi Kapoor and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Tea without sugar more effective than IPL ban (Special to IANS) Mumbai can save 150 percent more water by drinking tea without sugar for a day than can be saved by banning a season of Indian Premier League (IPL) in three Maharashtra stadia, IndiaSpend calculations reveal. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Online training, summer camp part of Delhi govt's education action plan Consultation to UN committee on street children situation in India Street Children expressed their views to the UN Advisory Board Members on the forthcoming UN General Comment on Children in Street Situations. This was done in a consultation jointly organised in New Delhi by Plan India and Consortium for Street Children (CSC), UK. Tata Power's arm sells 50% stake in OTP Geothermal New Delhi, Apr 8 () Tata Power today said its Singapore-based arm TPIPL has signed an agreement with KS Orka Renewables Pte for sale of its 50 per cent stake in OTP Geothermal Pte (OTP) for USD 30 million. "The aggregate cash consideration for TPIPL’s 50 per cent stake is USD 30 million. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Protesting NLSIU students turn up in shorts Bengaluru, Apr 8 () A section of students of the National Law School of India University (NLSIU) here turned up in shorts after a professor allegedly made a remark over the choice of clothing of one of their batchmate, who wore shorts to the class. Sports brand Zeven is official kit partner for RCB (Sidebar) Bengaluru, April 8 (IANS) New multiple sports apparel and accessories brand Zeven announced its association with Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket team Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), as its official kit partner for IPL Season Nine. Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited gets safety approvals for the much awaited underground stretch Namma Metro underground stretch is said to be declared safe for public commute by the commissioner of metro rail safety S K Mittal. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Telangana, Andhra celebrate 'Ugadi' with gaiety The chief ministers of the two Telugu-speaking states attended the main official celebrations in their respective states, where 'agma' pundits read 'panchangnam' or the forecast of the coming year. Telangana, Andhra celebrate 'Ugadi' with gaiety Hyderabad, April 8 (IANS) Telugu New Year 'Ugadi' was celebrated in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh with traditional fanfare and enthusiasm on Friday. Bomb blast in court complex injures 3 Three people were injured and several vehicles damaged when a crude bomb went off on the premises of a district court in Chittoor town of Andhra Pradesh on Thursday. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Experts discuss out-of-the-box ways to impart life-changing skills to schoolchildren Puzzled faces were what counsellor Elizabeth Zeena got when she decided to give an impromptu talk about abortions to the students of Rajagiri Public School in Kochi. Tamil Nadu election: Jayalalithaa makes more changes on AIADMK candidates list Tamil Nadu chief minister and AIADMK chief J Jayalalithaa on Friday effected more changes on the party candidates list for the May 16 assembly election. Two new judges of Madras HC to be sworn in on Monday While Justice H G Ramesh is being shifted from the Allahabad high court, Justice Rajiv Shakdher is from the Delhi high court. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Government nod to ITI in Sabarmati jail The Sabarmati Central Jail will soon become the first in the state to house a full-fledged industrial training institute (ITI) inside the jail premises. Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India to organize summer camps Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII) is going to organize summer camps for youth and children.Participants will learn key lessons of entrepreneurship through fun activities at the camps. 2001 lessons to help 2015 Nepal quake victims For Sumitra Nya, memories of the earthquake on April 25, 2015 are as fresh as yesterday."We couldn't understand what was happening.Everything was shaking violently and we thought it was the end of the world. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		FIR against 'Freedom 251' makers premature: High court Allahabad, April 8 (IANS) In a major relief to the makers of 'Freedom 251' smartphone, the Allahabad High Court on Friday said the FIR filed against the Ringing Bells Pvt. Ltd. -- the Noida-based firm that created a global buzz after announcing the launch of the controversial smartphone in February -- seemed premature. AUSU to organize alumni meet on April 10 The former students and office-bearers of the Allahabad University Student Union will organise an All-India Alumni Conference on April 10. Check on anti-socials: Traders pool in money for CCTVs The traders in the city have pooled in money to get CCTVs installed in prime markets like Civil Lines, Chowk, Roshan Bagh, Mohammad Ali Park and Jawahar Square to keep an eye on auto thieves and other anti-social elements. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Odisha urges Centre to set up NIPER in the state Naveen wants NIPER in Odisha to boost pharma sector Bhubaneswar, April 8 (IANS) Odisha chief minister Naveen Patnaik on Friday urged the central government to set up a National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) in the state. Odisha govt in tizzy after spurt in jaundice cases in Bhubaneswar, Cuttack With spurt in jaundice cases reported from Ward 53 in Bhubaneswar, which houses chief minister Naveen Panaik’s residence (Naveen Niwas), the state government on Friday went on an overdrive to contain the disease. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Heat wave: All Madhya Pradesh schools to be shut by 1 pm With several regions of the state reeling under the severe heat wave conditions, the Madhya Pradesh education department on Friday has issued a direction asking all schools to be shut down by 1 pm to save the students from the scorching afternoon Sun. Failed abduction bid: All 4 accused arrested Three days after a 24-year-old girl foiled an abduction bid by her ex-boyfriend and three others outside her hostel in MP Nagar, crime branch arrested all four accused and sent them to jail on Thursday. PM to launch e-mandi portal on April 14 Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch 20 e-mandis, including the one in Bhopal, under National Agriculture Marketing Scheme at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi on April 14. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Officials should check misuse of caste certificates: Har govt Chandigarh, Apr 8 () The Haryana government has directed top district officials and Registrars of all state universities to ensure authenticity of caste certificates to check use of forged documents for securing employment. Depleting ground water: Dark reality under Punjab's green landscape (India Water Week is currently being observed) Chandigarh, April 8 (IANS) The green fields of Punjab, which are known to produce a golden harvest year after year to cater to the country's foodgrain needs, have a dark side -- water scarcity. Khemka gets new posting, 99 days after promotion After 99 days of being promoted as principal secretary, Haryana's IAS officer Ashok Khemka was given a new posting on Thursday. More Chandigarh News»

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