[wanabidii] News Digest: Pakistan, Iran aim to boost trade to $5 billion

		THE TIMES OF INDIA
		Sunday, March 27, 2016
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		Business
		Pakistan, Iran aim to boost trade to $5 billion Pakistan and Iran aim to increase annual trade volumes between the two countries to $5 billion by 2021, Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif said on Saturday. No sign of end to jewellers' strike; shops remain shut Gold and jewellery establishments in many parts of the country remained closed for the 25th day on Saturday as traders protest against the budgetary proposal to impose 1 per cent excise duty on non-silver jewellery, even as the government set up a panel to look into their demand. Forex reserves up by $2.539 billion to $355.947 billion The country's foreign exchange reserves surged by $2.539 billion to touch an all-time high of $355.947 billion in the week ended March 18, on account of rise in foreign currency assets (FCAs), the Reserve Bank said. More Business News»

		Environment
		Blowing bubbles through oceans may help protect coral reefs Blowing tiny bubbles through seawater may help protect coral reefs and oyster farms from acidified oceans, by transferring excess CO2 from coastal marine environments to the atmosphere. The technique could provide a relatively inexpensive solution to one of the biggest threats facing coral reefs. NGT to hear rule violation plea against cricket body The National Green Tribunal, here, will hear an application on Monday against the alleged violation of environmental norms and other irregularities by the Vidarbha Cricket Association (VCA) in construction and operation of its new stadium at Jamtha near Nagpur. Study claims Antartic birds can recognise individuals Just like crows, magpies and mockingbirds, brown skuas living in Antarctica can also recognise individual people. More Environment News»

		World
		Nepal army chief leaves on China visit The Nepal army chief, General Rajendra Chhetri left on a week-long visit of China on Sunday. China would increase slots of military training for the Nepal army, said a statement from the Nepal army. The Nepal army has already received various military and medical support worth Rs 821 million. Al-Qaida 'used surface-to-air missile' to bring down Emirati fighter jet  Al-Qaeda has acquired sophisticated surface-to-air missiles, The Independent has learned, which were used to shoot down an Emirati fighter jet in a dangerous escalation of the civil war raging in Yemen. Bernie Sanders claims 'landslide wins' in Washington and Alaska For Hillary Clinton, who continues to lead in the delegate count and her path to the White House appears to be much easier as compared to Sanders, a defeat in the crucial state of Washington is seen as a major setback. More World News»

		Science
		Gas giant planet discovered near Milky Way's bulge Researchers, including one of Indian-origin, have detected what appears to be a Saturn-like planet residing near the Milky Way galaxy's bulge. The newly discovered exoplanet has a mass somewhere between Saturn and Jupiter and orbits a star with half the mass of the Sun, scientists said. `Losing weight with a high-protein diet can help adults sleep better' New material to detect fuel leaks, explosives Scientists have developed a new type of fibre material for a handheld scanner that can detect leaks in oil pipelines and planes, or locate fuel-based explosives. Alkane fuel is a key ingredient in combustible material such as gasoline, airplane fuel, oil - even a homemade bomb. More Science News»

		Technology
		iOS 9.3: 7 features in new iPhone and iPad update iOS 9.3 is the biggest incremental iPhone and iPad update in several years, as Apple has new software features that go as far as changing your sleeping habits. Want to apply for leave? There's an app for that Logging on to a computer to file a leave application or submit a travel request is so yesterday. Now, an increasing number of companies are letting their employees do all this and more through customized mobile applications. Smartphone manufacturers are looking beyond smartphones for the next big trend Smartphones are more capable than ever, but major changes are becoming less and less common. More Technology News»

		Education
		Government working on aptitude test for school students The HRD ministry is developing an aptitude test that will help school students assess their areas of interest so that they can choose and pursue right courses. It has formed a task force comprising officials of CBSE, NCERT and psychometric experts for developing a "prototype" of this proposed test. Hungary mulls education reforms after protests says media Hungary is considering reforms to its public education system, a senior official said on Tuesday, following three major protests in two months against the centre-right government's centralized control over schools. Delhi University among world's elite, again It may have dropped one notch from last year, but Delhi University again ranks among the world's top 20 institutions for development studies. More Education News»

		Mumbai
		Gender swapping in 'Ki & Ka' wins over B-Town Mumbai, March 27 (IANS) R. Balki's idea of role reversal to question age-old stereotypical notions about gender, with marriage as the canvas through "Ki & Ka", has bowled over stars like Amitabh Bachchan, Karan Johar and Varun Dhawan. B-Town's 'Sanskari' Babuji goes 'Sinskari' on chat show Mumbai, March 27 (IANS) Veteran actor Alok Nath, known for his roles as a stereotypical Indian father who values religious traditions and morality, is now set to host a chat show "Sinskari" -- where he will interview celebrities on their sins. Was difficult to accept failure of 'Shamitabh': R. Balki Mumbai, March 27 (IANS) Filmmaker R. Balki says he was disappointed that his last Hindi directorial "Shamitabh" failed to elicit the expected response. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Man Ki Baat: Use technology, water conservation: PM to farmers New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called for use of technology and water conservation to increase agricultural productivity as he listed out various pro-farmer initiatives of his government. England's Roy, Willey fined for misconduct New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) England's opening batsman Jason Roy and fast bowler David Willey have been fined for breaching the International Cricket Council (ICC) Code of Conduct during their side's World Twenty20 game against Sri Lanka. John-Abhishek want to recreate their `Dostana` Not only fans are waiting to the sequel of 2008 hit 'Dostana', even its stars Abhishek Bachchan and John Abraham are feeling the same. Both actors expressed their desire in this regard during their recent Twitter chat. More Delhi News»

		Bangalore
		17 Indian explorers spellbound by Antarctica Bengaluru, March 27 (IANS) Seventeen young Indians have returned from Antarctica with breath-taking stories of its icebergs, icy winds, weather and inhabitants - penguins, seals, whales and sharks. Warm-up losses inspired us to improve our game: Bates Bengaluru, March 27 () New Zealand Captain Suzie Bates has said that defeats in warm-up in the lead up to the tournament has inspired the Kiwis to improve their game in in the ongoing ICC Women's World Twenty20. "Those (warm-up) games were very close, and we were able to learn from them. Team games for men, individual for girls Driven by personalities, women’s sports is dominated by individual disciplines like tennis, golf and track and field. Serena Williams or Sania Mirza. The professional Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) boasts of more than 100 million fans worldwide on social media and star players are heavily endorsed. In contrast, near empty stadiums have greeted women’s teams in the ICC World T20 these past couple of weeks. More Bangalore News»

		Hyderabad
		'Protect child rights in first decade when they are most vulnerable' Hyderabad, March 27 (IANS) If India strives to "get it right" for its children in their first decade -- ensure nutrition, health, sleep, education -- when they are most vulnerable to trauma, it could unlock the nation's demographic dividend and power of youth, says an Indian neurobiologist. Pay hike for AP MLAs on cards The AP assembly has proposed a hefty hike in the salary of legislators. Once the proposal gets the government's nod, MLAs and MLCs in AP will receive a monthly pay package of Rs 2 lakh. KTR waives 15 cr SCB water dues At one stage the water dues mounted up to Rs 38 crore including Rs 6 crore penal interest.The SCB cleared Rs 16 crore two years ago. More Hyderabad News»

		Chennai
		IDBI Bank's worker profile a factor in divestment, says union Chennai, March 27 (IANS) The government is seeking to reduce its stake in IDBI Bank to less than 50 percent as a test case owing to the institution's peculiar employee profile, said a leader of the trade union that is calling for a four-day strike in the bank. Transfer compensation to victims' bank accounts to stop `leakage': HC In a game-changer ruling, the Madras high court has said in all forms of compensation ­ be it in motor accident or in land acquisition cases ­ the money should be transferred directly to the bank accounts of the litigantvictim to avoid `leakage'. 5 juveniles try to break into house, arrested Police on Saturday arrested five juveniles with the help of residents in Ekattuthangal near Guindy when they attempted to break open a house. More Chennai News»

		Ahmedabad
		World Oral Health Week observed On the occasion of World Oral Health Week from March 20 to 26, the government dental college at Civil hospital carried out a dental health education and checkup camp with demonstration of mass brushing at Sanskar Bhuvan at Shahpur. Children of class one to five were educated about dental diseases and prevention. Anand-based institute sets 8 world records in a year The institute 'Charotar Education Society (CES)' has organized around 100 events as a part of its centenary celebrations, out of which eight have been selected by GWR. Man held for rape of 15-year-old A construction labourer has filed a complaint with Vastrapur police for the rape of her 15-year-old sister, by a fellow labourer.Police have rounded up the accused man. More Ahmedabad News»

		Allahabad
		Tutor kills boy for 15L ransom Police on Saturday claimed to have cracked the murder of a 11-year-old boy and arrested his tutor along with his three accomplices in this connection. Board copycats: Ballia tops the list UP-TET results on March 29 The Examination Regulatory Authority (ERA) would declare the results of UP Teachers' Eligibility Test (UP-TET) on March 29. More Allahabad News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Odisha asks IPICOL for realistic assessment of water for Inds Bhubaneswar, Mar 26 () The Odisha government today asked IPICOL and State Level Technical Committee to make realistic assessment of the land and water to be allotted for the new industries. Nadda launches free rotavirus vaccine Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda launched indigenous rotavirus vaccine on Saturday in Odisha. The rotavirus vaccine will now be available free of cost at all public health facilities under the Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP). Nadda rolls out rotavirus vaccine programme Bhubaneswar, Mar 26 () Union Health Minister J P Nadda today rolled out here the nation-wide rotavirus vaccine programme which aims to immunise 27 million children across the country. More Bhubaneswar News»

		Bhopal
		Warning on tobacco products should be 85%, say doctors In an unprecedented move, nearly 653 doctors of India and office bearers of medical societies all across India have urged the Prime Minister to implement the new set of pictorial warnings from April 1. Sagar stillborn delivery: Doctor suspended, probe ordered A doctor of medical college in Sagar was suspended and a showcause notice was served to another in an incident where a tribal man carried a stillborn baby, delivered outside the labour room of district hospital on March 24, in a bag. PM to open e-mandi in Mhow on April 14 Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate first e-mandi on April 14 in Mhow, during a programme organised to mark the 125th birth anniversary of the Father of Indian Constitution, Dr Bhim Rao Ambedkar. More Bhopal News»

		Chandigarh
		Congress should apologize for creating Punjab-Haryana water dispute: BJP PSGPC chief Sham Singh dies, intense lobbying begins for gurdwara parbandhak committee's president post Can't force anyone to chant 'Bharat Mata ki Jai': Agnivesh Hitting out at the RSS for "vitiating communal atmosphere in the counrty", Aryan Samaj scholar Swami Agnivesh on Saturday said that nobody could be forced to say 'Vande Matram' or 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai'. More Chandigarh News»

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