Saturday, December 29, 2018

A watershed election in Bangladesh

Moktar Sardar, a man in his early 40s, was leading a group of boys in Ramna in central Dhaka. The boys’ green T-shirts were embossed with the symbol o
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Knighthood for Cook and Beaumont

Southgate, Kane rewarded for England’s run to this year’s World Cup semifinals

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‘Heat Stress Scale’ to be used for the first time at a Slam

To be introduced at next month’s Australian Open

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Trade wars cost U.S., China billions of dollars in 2018

U.S. agricultural shipments to China for the first 10 months fell by 42%
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Germany okays retrofit of diesel car exhaust systems

But auto industry bats for purchase of new vehicles
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Top news of the day: ED gets more time to interrogate Christian Michel, India eyeing victory at Melbourne, and more

Here are the important news stories of the day
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Nissan to make fewer cars in China as demand slows

Slow growth, trade war pummel vehicle sales in China
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ED’s statement points towards Congress’s involvement in AgustaWestland deal: BJP

The party terms the Congress attack on the Modi government in the Rafale deal, as a case of “thief making noises”.
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Venezuela cocoa growers fear new pest: the government

Nationalisation has crippled country’s oil and manufacturing sectors as well as agricultural industries, including coffee and sugar
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Major fire at commercial building in Mumbai's Worli

The officer added that the fire was initially declared a Level II emergency and escalated to Level III.
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Chopper scam: Govt using agencies to pressure Michel to name particular family, says Congress

Michel was produced before a special court which extended his ED custody by seven days.
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Thea’s Fire shines

Mumbai: Thea’s Fire shone when the horses were exercised here on Saturday (Dec. 29) morning.Inner sand600m: 2/y/o Flying Yoda (C.S.Jodha) 38. Moved fr

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Notice to MP to appear before Subcollector

Devikulam Subcollector Renu Rajan on Saturday issued notice to Joice George, MP, to appear in person before her on January 10 with the documents regar
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No rift with BJP over women’s wall: Thushar

Says the NDA is busy preparing for Lok Sabha polls
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Need to get over World Cup disappointment and focus on Olympics, says Manpreet Singh

It was a disappointing year for India with the men’s team failing to live up to the expectations in all the three big ticket events.

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Minister: all deserving families will get land deeds

Title deeds handed over to to 425 families at pattaya mela
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Triple talaq Bill to be defeated in Rajya Sabha: Venugopal

‘No ambiguity within Congress, UDF, or UPA on need to defeat Bill’
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Sudha Seshayyan is new Vice-Chancellor of MGR Medical University

She is presently the Director and Professor of Institute of Anatomy in the Madras Medical College.
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AgustaWestland case: court extends ED custody of Christian Michel by seven days

Michel was passing chits to lawyers asking how to tackle questions on Sonia Gandhi: ED
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Former Nigerian President Shehu Shagari dies at 93

He was the second President of Nigeria
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Bangladesh intensifies security as Hasina seeks re-election on Sunday

According to the Election Commission, 1,848 candidates are contesting for 299 out of 300 Parliament seats.
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Won’t allow passage of triple talaq Bill in Rajya Sabha: Congress

Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Bill, 2018 passed by the Lok Sabha on Thursday, is expected to be considered by the Upper House next week
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Pakistan Hockey Federation secretary Shahbaz Ahmed resigns

Pakistan’s lacklustre performance at Bhubaneswar has already seen the resignations of the head coach, coaches and manager.

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Bumrah’s unconventional action is hard to pick, makes him a potent bowler, says Arun

Arun said that the coaching staff needed to work on Bumrah to keep him strong as his bowling action puts a lot of strain on his body.

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New Zealand eyes historic victory as Wagner rocks Sri Lanka

A win in the Christchurch decider would give New Zealand a fourth consecutive series win for the first time.

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Remnant of the past

A peek into the little-known Masjid-e-Almas, on the route between Charminar and Falaknuma Palace
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Just a mouse click away

It was a year when Rahul Verma discovered that someone somewhere in the city is willing to deliver something that you may be yearning for

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Hyderabad on a high

Curated thematic events gave city revellers a taste of the new

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Remnant of the past

A peek into the little-known Masjid-e-Almas, on the route between Charminar and Falaknuma Palace

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A day after meek surrender, Lyon backs Australian batsmen

In reply to India’s first-innings total of 443 for seven declared, the hosts were bowled out for 151.

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Aus vs Ind third Test: India eyeing victory at Melbourne as Australia totters at 258 for 8

Australia need another 141 runs for an improbable win, while India are two wickets away from a 2-1 series lead.

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Wrapped fresh in Nature

Andoni Luis Aduriz, one of the world’s top chefs, gives a glimpse into the functioning of multiple Michelin star-winning restaurant Mugaritz

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Egypt police kill 40 ‘terrorists’ after Giza bus attack, says ministry

Authorities acted after receiving information the suspects were preparing a series of attacks against state and tourist institutions and churches.
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Modi attacks Congress on “unfulfilled” loan waiver promises

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday hit out at the Congress for its “unfulfilled” loan waiver promises.At a public meeting in Ghazipur, Uttar Pra
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Here's how to declutter your digital life

Tools, information and recommendations to help declutter your digital life

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Watch: Tamil Nadu plastic ban - A guide on what's banned and what's exempted

With State-wide plastics ban set to kick off in Tamil Nadu from January 1, 2019, here is a ready guide on what items are banned and what items are exe
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Leaked video shows Musharraf seeking covert U.S. support to regain power

The undated video clips, which have been posted by dissident Pakistani columnist Gul Bukhari, also shows the self-exiled former president as saying that he thinks that the negligence of the ISI was “pardonable” as the CIA was also involved in same level of negligence on 9/11.
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Efficacy of surrender

Discussions on the essence and efficacy of the principle of surrender highlight the bhakti bhava as totally selfless and a result of the experience of

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Australia vs India third Test scorecard

India declared their second innings at 106 for 8

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Salazaar primed to deliver in feature

Salazaar, who has been well prepared, is expected to score in the Chief Minister’s Trophy (2,000m), the feature event of the races to be held here on

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What does world tennis’ shake-up mean for India?

The sport’s governing body is enforcing reforms that will effectively reduce the number of professionally ranked players by half. How does this affect the game in India? We break it down

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Boxing’s revival — a long time coming

Fight fans had lost interest in the sport’s heavyweight division before Anthony Joshua, Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury sparked it back to life

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Bumrah breathes fire; Cummins gives Aussies a toehold

India is 346 ahead and better positioned to win the match on a deteriorating pitch

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Rohit proposes, Jasprit disposes!

India paceman reveals the events leading up to Marsh’s dismissal

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Australia in transition mode: Hussey

‘Mr. Cricket’ says the nation’s talent pool has not dried up

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Rathore for return of hockey to natural turf

Sports Minister advocates the return of hockey to natural turf

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South Africa draws first blood

Amla and Elgar hit fifties as host win by six wickets

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Dhoni for pacers playing in IPL ahead of WC

Kumble moots the idea of resting some top bowlers from the annual T20 league

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PBL: Gilmour does the star turn

Helps Smash Masters put it past Raptors

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Sri Lanka in NZ: New Zealand marches steadily towards victory

Lanka left reeling in record chase; Latham, Nicholls score tons

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I-League: Chennai City FC has the edge

Coach Nawas calls for referees to be fair, not get personal

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I-League: Real Kashmir rises to the top

East Bengal concedes a draw

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Marin Cilic pulls out of Tata Open

World No. 7 Marin Cilic on Friday pulled out of next week’s Maharashtra Open tennis tournament, citing a nagging knee injury.Portugal’s Pedro Sousa wi

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BWF World Tour Finals — a confidence-booster

Sameer hopes to keep training hard, improve and stay fit

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Shooting: Gaayathri chasing better scores

When it comes to shooting and chasing better scores, Gaayathri Nithyanandam is second to none.In the arduous and physically demanding 50-metre rifle 3

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Shooting: Double for Fateh

Fateh Singh Dhillon won the men’s and junior top position in the 50-metre rifle prone event in the shooting National selection trials here on Friday.I

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Saint Petersburg claims Mekedatu Plate

Saint Petersburg (Trevor up), won the Mekedatu Plate, the main event of the races held here on Friday (Dec. 28). The winner is owned by United Racing

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Mumbai January 3 races cancelled

The Stewards of the RWITC have decided to cancel the 11th day of the Mumbai meeting, scheduled to be held on January 3, 2019 (Thursday), due to admini

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Blue Moon, Different League and Santamarija Festa please

Blue Moon, Different League and Santamarija Festa pleased when the horses were exercised here on Friday morning (Dec. 28)Outer sand:600m: Speaking Of

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Ruffina, Bushtops and Perpetual Winning catch the eye

Ruffina, Bushtops and Perpetual Winning caught the eye when the horses were exercised here on Friday (Dec. 28) morning.Inner sand:600m: 2/y/o Sunrise

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Steve Smith, David Warner’s form in T20 leagues key to World Cup selection, says Cricket Australia

Cricket Australia CEO Kevin Roberts on Friday said that Steve Smith and David Warner’s performances in the upcoming T20 leagues around the world will

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Anak Krakatau volcano now a quarter of its pre-eruption size

The analysis shows the scale of the island’s collapse, shedding light on the power of the tsunami that affected more than 300 km of coastline in Sumatra and Java. More than 420 people died.
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Earthquake of 6.9 strikes off Philippines, tsunami waves possible: centre

There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage, from the earthquake, which the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) said struck 193 km east of the Philippine city of General Santos, at a depth of 60 km.
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4 militants killed in J&K's Pulwama

Four Jaish-e-Muhammad (JeM) militants have been killed in security forces operation in south Kashmir's Pulwama district.An official said the four mili
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BDU replaces principals in constituent colleges

University will be deputing its regular staff for holding the post for the time being
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Four killed in bombing of tourist bus near Egypt’s pyramids

Three of the tourists were killed along with the tour guide, an Egyptian citizen, Attorney General Nabil Ahmed Sadeq said in a statement.
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Australia strips Turkey-held militant suspect of citizenship

Prakash has previously admitted being a member of IS but said he had nothing to do with the group in Australia.
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Morning digest: Sexual assault on boys punishable by death, forays of the Kashmir stag, and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day.
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Three decades of protecting creative expression since Safdar Hashmi death

Sahmat says this year’s memorial on the eve of Safdar’s death anniversary is being held in an atmosphere which bears an eerie resemblance to the days when the body began its activities
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Former financial services firm staffer held for ₹1-crore fraud

Accused was on the run for two years, nabbed in Rajasthan
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AAP to amend party constitution?

Amendments to the party constitution to change the tenure of office-bearers are likely to be discussed at the AAP national council meeting on Saturday
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Noida park watered, cops deployed, no prayer held

Noida Authority denies that there is a special arrangement in place to avoid any congregation
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Cow slaughter: stringent Acts to be imposed in Ghaziabad

SHOs in all districts asked to identify habitual offenders
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AAP plans to contest LS seats where it can challenge BJP

Possibility of national Opposition alliance not ruled out
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Chemical traders issued notices

HC grants time till December 31
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3 injured as bus hits six parked vehicles

Technical glitch in brake: bus driver
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‘E-rickshaws within 4 km’

In a bid to facilitate last-mile connectivity for commuters travelling on the Noida-Greater Noida line, the Noida Metro Rail Corporation (NMRC ) in a
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Unkept promises ‘transported’ to next year

From failure to add buses to regulate app-based cabs, the Transport Department was panned for its bumpy ride
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Kejriwal harassing civic bodies: Vijender Gupta

‘He is not releasing funds to them’
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Trial runs on Metro stretch

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) on Friday started initial trial runs on the Noida City Centre-Noida Electronic City corridor. The 6.8-km stret
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Students’ coordination panel to march for youth

In an effort to unite student and youth movements, the Young India National Coordination Committee (YINCC) has plans to organise a rally on February 7
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2 held for cheating during SSC exam

One was impersonating candidate; second had a phone on him
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Hotel waiter held for voyeurism

‘Used chair to climb up, peep in rooms occupied by guests’
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‘Drop in heinous crimes in 2018’

Says Gurugram Police Commissioner K.K. Rao at a press conference
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Search continues for missing boat

Suvarna Tribhuja went missing off the Goa coast on December 15
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Applications called from BPL families for LPG connection

This follows a recent decision of the Union government to extend the scheme to all poor families
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Now, Harpanahalli officially part of Ballari district

People rejoice by bursting crackers and exchanging sweets
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Sargam Society fire: builder flouted every norm

Building had no functional firefighting equipment, no NOC from fire brigade, no OC from municipal corporation, no registered society; case registered against builder
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J&K govt. set to tackle 4,000 contempt petitions

Directions issued to administrative secretaries to dispose of pending pleas urgently
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Sena members’ visit to church upsets parishioners

They oppose allowing the politicians to speak and be felicitated, complain to Archdiocese of Bombay
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Bulandshahr officer was assaulted first

Subodh Singh was hit with an axe before being shot, reveals new information
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The Sunday Quiz: Getting set for New Year’s

The Hindu's weekly quiz that doesn't go easy on you

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Many takers for affordable housing

Affordable housing has been the biggest driver of growth in the real estate sector and along with the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PM

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Towards a transparent home loan

The RBI has proposed that banks link interest rates to external benchmarks such as repo rate or T-Bill (Treasury Bill) Rate for 91 days. By Deshpande R. P.

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Insulating buildings

Look back to traditions to see how buildings were created to be naturally cool, says Anupama Mohanram

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The year that was and the way forward

Niranjan Hiranandani, President, NAREDCO: As the disruptive impact of policy reforms faded away early in the year, 2018 witnessed signs of revival, wi

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Great expectations for 2019

Market size of tier-2 and tier-3 cities is expected to grow from $5.7 billion to $80 billion by 2026

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Indian retail real estate is going global

Cities that saw maximum growth in 2018 included MMR, NCR, Bengaluru and Kolkata. A look by Anuj Kejriwal

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Breaking the Internet

Pick of the social media sensations of Kerala, in 2018

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