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		Tuesday, September 01, 2015
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		Business
		Hyundai sales up 13.50% to 54,608 units in August Hyundai Motor India (HMIL) on Tuesday reported 13.50 per cent increase in total sales at 54,608 units in August. Maruti launches hybrid Ciaz priced Rs 8.23 lakh Marking its foray into the new eco-friendly technology segment, country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) on Tuesday launched the mild hybrid version of mid-sized sedan Ciaz priced between Rs 8.23 lakh and Rs 10.17 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). Banks, insurance unions to strike work on Sep 2 Employees of public sector banks and government-owned non-life insurance companies would go on strike on Wednesday to protest against the anti-trade union and worker policies of the central government, union leaders said on Tuesday. More Business News»

		Environment
		99% sea birds will have plastic in their guts by 2050 Nearly 60 percent of seabird species like penguins, gulls and albatrosses have plastic in their gut and by 2050 this may rise to 99 percent, a new study says. NASA, USAID launch environmental information hub NASA and the US Agency for International Development (USAID) have launched a joint project to strengthen regional environmental monitoring in five countries in the lower Mekong region of Southeast Asia. Kerry warns of refugee crisis due to climate change "Seismic changes" in temperatures and sea levels could create waves of refugees forced to abandon traditional homes and fight for food and water, US secretary of state John Kerry has said as he sought commitment from the international community to address the challenge posed by climate change. More Environment News»

		World
		Iranian Guard chief says US 'still the Great Satan' The head of Iran's elite Revolutionary Guard is saying the U.S. is still the "Great Satan'' as local media is reporting police have raided shops distributing American, Israeli and British apparel. Six civilians killed in Afghanistan bombing At least six civilians were killed and three injured on Tuesday in a roadside bombing in Afghanistan's Ghazni province, an official said Second foreign suspect arrested in Bangkok blast probe Police hunting for the perpetrators of Thailand's deadliest bombing have arrested a second foreign suspect, Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha said on Tuesday. More World News»

		Science
		Thai university develops bullet-proof vest made of silk A team of university researchers in Thailand has developed the world's first bullet-proof vest made from natural silk, a media report said on Tuesday. What's in 90 per cent of seabirds' guts? 1 word: Plastics As many as nine out of 10 of the world's seabirds likely have pieces of plastic in their guts, a new study estimates. Excess health info on net causing eating disorder The deluge of nutri tional and health advice on the internet and in the media could be fuelling a dangerous but as yet unrecognised eating disorder called orthorexia. More Science News»

		Technology
		7 fastest-charging smartphones you can buy How many times have you been frustrated when you need to go somewhere and your phone’s battery takes up over half an hour to charge to sufficient levels? In such cases, a fast-charging smartphone is what you need. Google expands Android Wear to Apple iOS Google is introducing an application that will connect Android smartwatches with Apple's iPhone, escalating the rivals' battle to strap their technology on people's wrists. Flipkart, Snapdeal may check your identity before shipping Online retailers Flipkart and Snapdeal are working with companies that can help them ascertain the details of consumers before shipping goods to them. More Technology News»

		Education
		CID to investigate missing TET question papers case CID has taken over the probe into the case of missing question papers of the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) in West Bengal. Website launch International, a global accrediting body and membership association for B-schools, recently launched a website to facilitate and curate a global conversation for the future for business education. Paid internship For the past 30 years, the Mountbatten Institute has been offering a year's paid internship with postgraduate studies in New York and London. The institute is inviting applications from India for the March 2016 intake, with a deadline of October 31, 2015, for completing the online application, which will be followed by two interview rounds. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Mumbai is ready for Ganpati with a six-pack this season The festive spirit has started to grip every nook and cranny of Mumbai. With only a few weeks to go for Ganesh Chaturthi, several lanes and homes in the city will turn into temples to welcome its most favourite deity — Lord Ganesha. It's chaat, dosas and egg Burma toast at city college canteens Chinese, dosas, frankies and sandwiches continue to rule the college canteen palate. Quirky theme parks around the world The newly-launched sinister version of Disneyland, the Dismaland, has grabbed the attention of many across the globe for its eccentric artworks and structures. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		AAP MLA protests against Delhi government Sangam Vihar MLA Pankaj Pushkar on Tuesday protested against the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Delhi for neglecting the demands of the people of his constituency on dengue deaths. High Vit D deficiency in the city: Delhiites need more sunshine A whopping 85% of Delhiites suffer from Vitamin D deficiency, say doctors. Experts tell us why, and how to tackle this problem. Cops given 2-day deadline to fix routes for trucks National Green Tribunal on Monday directed Delhi Police to submit within the next two days its plans to create alternative routes for heavy polluting vehicles. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		Theatreperson, 26, jumps to death A 26-year-old theatreperson was found dead in mysterious circumstances in a tony apartment complex in southeast Bengaluru on Sunday evening. Medicos seek stipend hike, abstain from work Some patients in Victoria Hospital were discharged much before their release date while admission to the female surgical ward was stopped. Buses, autos to stay off roads tomorrow Commuters take note. BMTC, KSRTC buses and autorickshaws will stay off the roads on Wednesday as they join the nationwide strike against hefty penalties proposed against drivers in the National Road Safety bill. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		Teachers, students decry 'police state' in University of Hyderabad (UoH) Angry students and professors at the University of Hyderabad (UoH) joined hands on Monday to launch a massive protest against the ongoing “militarisation” of the campus and demanded the resignation of acting vice-chancellor RP Sharma for allowing atrocities by security personnel. Stink over selection of private tour operators At a time when pilgrims are busy preparing for their departure to Mecca in Saudi Arabia for performing haj this year, a section of private tour operators (PTOs) have raised serious questions with regards to the selection of Category – II PTOs by the ministry of external affairs (MEA). Hunt on for new Telangana BJP president Telangana BJP unit is set to have a new president with the party high command favouring a change of guard ahead of the GHMC polls. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		Sindhoori looked ravishing at the Express Avenue anniversary fashion show by Karun Raman at Express Avenue in Chennai With mall-goers in for a surprise, people got to witness some glitz peperred with some fun music. Tamil Nadu political parties demand abolition of death penalty A day after the Law Commission suggested abolition of death penalty for crimes other than terrorism and waging war, political parties in Tamil Nadu on Tuesday urged the Centre to adopt the recommendations. Sivaji Ganesan statue will be removed from near Marina Beach, TN govt tells Madras HC It is official now – the statue of legendary actor Sivaji Ganesan at R K Salai-Kamarajar Salai junction near the Marina Beach will be shifted out from its present location, and installed at a manimandapam (memorial) proposed to be built on the banks of the Adyar river, opposite the erstwhile Sathya Studio. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		Anil Group's different businesses to be brought under flagship listed entity The Rs 1,200 crore plus Ahmedabad-headquartered food and agri major, Anil Group has undertaken a major restructuring initiative to create much greater value creation for the shareholders of the group’s flagship and only listed entity, Anil Limited. One in Five women affected by Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Study A comprehensive pan India study on 27411 samples of testosterone from women over a period of 18 months found that around 4824, (17.60%) of the females face hormonal associated risk with polycystic ovarian syndrome. Well sealing boon for state farmers, doubles their incomes Bhikhabhai Papat, 55, a resident of Mangrol in Junagadh district, has sown groundnut this year, but plans to also sow wheat on his five-acre field this winter too. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		No takers to solve erratic and low-voltage power supply of Allahabad Even as humid and sultry weather condition continues, the erratic and low-voltage power supply has added on to the woes of people in several areas of the city. CCTVs at railway reservation counters under Allahabad division To maintain better security and preventing unlawful activities near railway stations, North Central Railway is planning to install CCTV (closed circuit televisions) cameras at the reservation counters, under the Allahabad division. In this connection, CCTVs will be installed at the stations of Mirzapur, Aligarh, Fatehpur, Etawah and other stations under the Allahabad division. Miscreants snatch motorbike in Soraon A group of three unidentified armed bike-borne miscreants on Sunday night snatched the bike of one Saurabh Shukla on Allahabad-Soraon route under Soraon police station. The incident, as per police, took place when the victim was on his way to house. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Rahul Gandhi to lead a 'Save Farmer March' in Odisha Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi will lead a 'Save Farmer March' in Bargarh district during his two-day visit to Odisha to highlight alleged failure of both the Centre and BJD regime in the state in mitigating the plight of peasants. Fall in infant mortality rate in Koraput district of Odisha The infant mortality rate (IMR) has registered a fall in tribal-dominated Koraput district after introduction of the National Rural Health Mission. Disaster in the making at MKCG BJP leaders on Sunday warned of the possibility of a Sishu Bhawan-like situation at the MKCG Medical College and Hospital here. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Adoption: Young & single MP man's steely resolve pays Tenacity of a young bachelor from Indore fighting for adoption of a toddler suffering from Down's syndrome for a year has paid off. Loo & behold: 175 brothers have special Rakhi gift In a big boost to Swachch Bharat campaign in northern Madhya Pradesh, 175 brothers gifted toilets to their sisters on occasion of Rakshabandhan festival in Gwalior district. Rain brings relief from sultry heat, more in store today Residents got respite from sultry weather conditions as a strong spell of showers lashed the state capital on Sunday afternoon. Showers continued till evening hours. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Amid AAP Punjab infighting Phoolka issues appeal "Don't shatter hope of Punjabis" Aam Aadmi Party senior leader and supreme court advocate H S Phoolka has urged the party leaders and volunteers to ensure that the dream of the people of Punjab should not shatter. PM to inaugurate housing scheme on September 11 Prime Minister Narendra Modi would be inaugurating the housing complex comprising 2,108 flats in Sector 63, Chandigarh, on September 11. Only technical, financial aspects of Chandigarh Metro project to be revised The financial and technical aspects of the detailed project report (DPR) of the Chandigarh Metro project prepared in 2012 will be the only key subjects to be revised in a detailed manner. More Chandigarh News»

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