The Hindu: 02/08/19

Friday, February 8, 2019

‘They don’t slow down to let us go’

Motorists zipping past pedestrian crossings is not new to our roads, but on a section of Lattice Bridge Road, the issue is more severe than in most other places
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Chidambaram appears before ED in money laundering case

Former Finance Minister P Chidambaram appeared before the Enforcement Directorate on Friday in connection with a money laundering probe related to IN
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Two new ration shops in the pipeline

There is an indication that Ward 179 East in Velachery is likely to receive these PDS outlets
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200-year-old chapel commences bicentenary celebrations

Purasawalkam is home to many heritage buildings and so it is not surprising that there is one celebrating its bicentenary year.CSI Missionary Chapel l
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13-Point Roster row: Govt to bring Ordinance or Bill, Prakash Javadekar says

The Government on Friday said it will bring an Ordinance or a Bill if the Supreme Court reject its review petition on reservation mechanism for facul
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Work on Thiruverukadu bridge speeding up

The bridge project was delayed due to land acquisition
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They have the plays, they have the passion...

But the vibrant drama culture in Coimbatore is sadly flagging due to lack of infrastructure and patronage, say theatre people from the city
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Alternative traffic plan sought at Shanthi Colony junction

The junction in Anna Nagar does not have a traffic signal and is currently manned by a lone traffic police personnel
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Sikkim Assembly polls: SDF to field new faces in 50% of Assembly seats

The ruling Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF) plans to field new faces in 50 per cent seats in the upcoming assembly polls in Sikkim, Chief Minister Pawa
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Rafale issue rocks Rajya Sabha

Rajya Sabha on Friday witnessed opposition uproar over the Rafale jet deal issue, leading to adjournment of the proceedings for the day. The Congress
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‘Resume MTC services on link road along Cooum’

Chintadripet residents feel regular usage of the road will prevent miscreants from misusing the river bund
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Parking area or bus stop?

In the central business zone in and around NSC Bose Road, even the waiting area at stopovers is often taken
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Regulation at last

Police place barricades to check speeding on a section of Anna Salai around Munro statue
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Three roads, one problem

GST Road, Rajendra Prasad Road and CLC Works Road in Chromepet are marred by unauthorised parking of vehicles
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Plea to shift Tasmac outlet near Tambaram Sanatorium railway station

Commuters at the railway station complain of tipplers consuming alcohol at a parking lot near the facility
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‘Put space under flyover to good use’

Residents of Tambaram Sanatorium want the Kancheepuram district Collectorate to construct a park under Tambaram flyover or to convert the vacant space into a parking lot
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‘61 individuals declared gross income of over ₹100 crore in AY2017-18’

There were only 61 individuals who declared an income of more than ₹100 crore during assessment year 2017-18, though the number has risen sharply fro
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Maraimalai Nagar residents seek FOB

Residents of Maraimalai Nagar have appealed to the State Highways Department and the Kancheepuram district Police to construct a foot overbridge (FOB)
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Ricky Ponting appointed Australia assistant coach for World Cup

Ponting is a close ally of Langer, who said he was thrilled to have his friend and former colleague back in the fold.

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Indigenous people will become strangers in their own lands: Aribam Syam Sharma

The acclaimed Manipuri director returned the Padma Shri to protest the Citizenship Bill that he fears will threaten the distinctive identity of the people of the Northeast

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Offering the key to education

Again this May, 67-year-old T.V. Meenakshisundaram will launch a drive to increase enrolment of students in government schools. Last year, he launched
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The quintessential Germaine Greer

One can’t help but turn over a new leaf after a conversation with this thorough-bred nature conservationist
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DMK petitions EC seeking to hold bypolls to 21 TN Assembly seats with Lok Sabha elections

DMK president M K Stalin on Friday urged the Election Commission to hold by-polls for 21 vacant assembly seats in Tamil Nadu simultaneously with the
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Garbage eats into Link Road

Unauthorised parking of vehicles is another contributing factor
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Bharathi Salai gets bitumen coating

Residents’ federation now wants small-bus services restored on a section of this road
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Campaign on wetland conservation at Gerugambakkam

In commemoration of World Wetlands Day, the Environmentalist Foundation of India conducted rangoli, oratorical and kabbadi competitions near Gerugamba
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Truks visit Andhra to understand the culture and make friends

Despite cultural differences the human spirit is the same, feel four visitors from Turkey

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NZ vs Ind T20 series: We learnt from our mistakes in series opener, says Rohit Sharma

The captain led from the front, scoring 50 off 29 balls to ensure a seven-wicket win for India.

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Mitchell’s controversial LBW raises new debate on DRS

Mitchell was at the centre of a massive DRS controversy during the second game in Auckland.

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Indian women concede T20 international series to New Zealand

Chasing a modest target, New Zealand made a heavy weather of the chase before scampering home off the last ball of the match.

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FOB in Ashok Nagar underutilised

Residents seek installation of escalators
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Two men booked under NSA in Madhya Pradesh for ‘illegally’ transporting cows

Authorities in Agar Malwa district of Madhya Pradesh have booked two men under the National Security Act (NSA) for alleged illegal transportation of
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Rafale deal: Nirmala Sitharaman says Manohar Parrikar had allayed fears on PMO's role

Periodical enquiries by the PMO cannot be construed as interference, she says.
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VVIP Chopper case: Christian Michel moves Delhi court seeking bail

Christian Michel, arrested in the AgustaWestland VVIP chopper case, moved a Delhi court on Friday seeking bail in cases by the CBI and the ED, saying
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India squares T20I series against New Zealand

The series is now tied 1-1 with the decider in Hamilton on Sunday.

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Smarter than a fifth grader: on the Pega Teach for Change

Pega Teach for Change uses star power to help students improve their English skills

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Up the style quotient

Oversized artwork, statement rugs and quirky artefacts. Teja Lele Desai on how to give your home that special touch

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Merino wool shoes, anyone?

A Hyderabad start-up is standing up for sustainable footwear and finding new uses for merino wool

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My two days in Thiruvananthapuram

Everything good in Kerala happens under trees and is lubricated by good spirits

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The art of ‘working-in’

Why fitness isn’t all about the weighing scale but about consistency, and being body conscious

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Audio released by Kumaraswamy is fake: Yeddyurappa

Hours before presenting the state budget, chief minister H.D. Kumaraswamy held a hurrily convened press conference and released two audio clips alleg
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PM guilty in scam, Rahul Gandhi says on The Hindu’s Rafale exposé

The Prime Minister’s Office was directly involved in negotiations with the French on the Rafale deal and Prime Minister Narendra Modi was guilty in t
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24% of Indians have a smartphone, says Pew study

Nearly 64% of Indian respondents who were part of a global survey in 2018 owned a mobile phone and 24% owned a smartphone. The Pew study shows that wh
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World Sungudi Day: Who will save Madurai’s precious weave?

What Wendell Rodricks did for the Goan Kunbi and Kai Thari for the Udupi sari is what the iconic Saurashtrian weave needs today — revival, relevance and improved retail

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Let’s talk trash

Fascinators, corsages and well-tailored avant garde garments fashioned out of plastic and e-waste rocked the stage at the annual Trashion Show in Auroville

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Vegan Mysore pak, delivered to your doorstep

Coimbatore-based Vijay Sweets proves that the best way to go vegan is to go traditional

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Time to smell the roses

A three-way creative collaboration plans to celebrate art, retail, food, design, and sustainability over a 10-day festival

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Nammazhwar’s vision

The songs of Azhwars are the outpourings of their mystic experience which transcends the limits of rational thought and feeling. But this experience i

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Future athletes start early: PV Sindhu

At Mission Sports’ launch, PV Sindhu on what makes one a better sportsperson

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Live: India vs New Zealand 2nd T20 international scorecard

Opener Tim Seifert took the Indian bowlers to cleaners with a 43-ball 84 and visitors must have a plan to contain him on Friday.

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Ricky Ponting named Australia’s assistant coach for World Cup campaign

Former captain Ricky Ponting has been appointed as an assistant coach of Australia's men's team for the 50-over World Cup in England later this year

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It’s Nanhipari vs Star Cracker

Nanhipari and Star Cracker may fight out the finish of the Daria Daulat Cup (2,000m), the feature event of the races to be held here on Friday (Feb 8

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Naveen sparkles in Chennai Spartans’ victory

A few crucial changes in the line-up did Chennai Spartans a world of good as they defeated Black Hawks Hyderabad 4-1 for their first win in the RuPay

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Sportstar Aces — the countdown begins

There are many untold stories of struggle, fierce dedication and selfless work behind each athlete’s success.

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Sasi Kumar beats Safwat

Top seed Prajnesh makes short work of Kadhe

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ISL 2018-19: NEUFC held by Delhi Dynamos

NorthEast United FC (NEUFC) was left to rue missed chances, particularly at the end, as it settled for a 1-1 draw against Delhi Dynamos FC in an India

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2018-19 Ranji Trophy finals: Sound bytes

It is not that easy to win the Ranji Trophy. To win a four-day tournament, that too having played 11 games is not a fluke.

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Rahane to lead Rest of India

Rahul will be India-A skipper in second ‘Test’

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Esqueda heads EB past Neroca

Enrique Esqueda scored off spectacular headers as East Bengal erased a goal deficit to beat Neroca FC 2-1 at the Salt Lake Stadium on Thursday. The vi

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Dharma and Aman in joint lead

Bengaluru’s M. Dharma and Aman Raj shared the lead at the end of third round and Gaurav Pratap Singh shattered a course record with a brilliant 10-und

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Duckett stars on a roaring day for Lions

It turned out to be a good toss to lose for England Lions. Put in by India-A captain Ankeet Bawane, the visitors batted with flair and determination t

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Fed Cup Asia-Oceania: India made to work for win

Ankita Raina and Karman Kaur Thandi were at their fighting best in winning a marathon tie against Thailand 2-1 in the Fed Cup Asia-Oceania group-1 ten

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Santosh Trophy football: Karnataka makes the grade

It’s all over for Tamil Nadu

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‘Seize the day’ is Sarvate’s mantra

Vidarbha allrounder had to overcome tough circumstances to court success

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Semele clinches Mothilal Cup

Semele (Akshay Kumar astride) won the S.S. Mothilal Cup, the main event of the races here on Thursday (Feb. 7). The winner, trained by R. Foley, is t

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Vidarbha Cricket Association announces prize money for victorious Ranji team

Vidarbha is only the sixth team in the tournament’s long history to have defended the title.

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Mauritania, Aeolus impress

Mauritania and Aeolus impressed when the horses were exercised here on Thursday morning (Feb 7)Inner sand1000m: Jersey Legend (Chetan K), Corna Del C

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Artista, Awesome One shine

Artista and Awesome One impressed when the horses were exercised here on Thursday (Feb. 7) morning.Inner sand600m: Questionable (S. Shinde) 39. Moved

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Mayawati has to pay public money used for erecting her statues, BSP symbols in parks: SC

Supreme Court advocate has alleged that about ₹2,000 crore was used from the State budget for 2008-09 and 2009-10 to ‘falsely glorify’ the then CM.
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24% of Indians have a smartphone, says Pew study

Nearly 64% of Indian respondents who were part of a global survey in 2018 owned a mobile phone and 24% owned a smartphone. The Pew study shows that wh
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SC slaps Rs. 50,000 costs on RJD leader Tejaswi Yadav

The Supreme Court on Friday slapped Rs. 50,000 in costs on Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav for challenging a Bihar government order
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Asian stocks fall after Trump says no plans for Xi meeting

U.S. Treasury Secretary Stephen Mnuchin and trade representative Robert Lighthizer will lead a delegation to Beijing next week for the next round of trade talks.
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10% reservation quota: SC refuses immediate stay on Act

The petitions in the Supreme Court said the Act violated the Basic Features of the Constitution.
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Mahinda Rajapaksa set to visit India

This will be Rajapaksa’s first overseas tour since being appointed as the Leader of the Opposition last month.
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Turkey says Saudi lack of transparency on Khashoggi concerning, detrimental to credibility

Fahrettin Altun, Erdogan's communications director, told Reuters that Saudi authorities must extradite Khashoggi's killers as proof of their willingness to serve justice.
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Tamil Nadu Budget 2019-20: Highlights

Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam presented the State's Budget for the Financial Year 2019-20 in the Tamil Nadu Assembly on Friday. He
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Bills introduced in House and Senate to remove per-country green card limits

If passed by Congress and signed into law, the legislations would benefit hundreds and thousands of Indian professionals on H-1B visas whose current wait time for permanent legal residency is more than a decade.
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Australian parliamentary network hacked; no sign data stolen

A joint statement from House of Representatives Speaker Tony Smith and Senate President Scott Ryan says there’s no evidence that data had been accessed in the breach, but investigations are continuing.
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Kumaraswamy releases audio CD of Yeddyurappa 'luring a JD(S) MLA'

Hours before presentation of State budget, Chief Minister Kumaraswany released audio clips allegedly of BJP State president B.S. Yeddyurappa trying to
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Lok Sabha live | All the govt does is to blame the previous govts, BJD MP says during discussion on Interim Budget

The Hindu's exposé on Rafale echoes in Parliament, Rajya Sabha adjourned for the day
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PMO conducted parallel negotiations: Rahul Gandhi at the press meet following The Hindu's revelation on Rafale deal

Mr. Gandhi says, "former French President has admitted that he was made to select Anil Ambani by Mr. Modi himself."
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U.S. emergency aid for Venezuela arrives at Colombian border

Two semi-trailers loaded with boxed emergency food and medicine rolled into the Colombian border city of Cucuta, which is just across the river from Venezuela.
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Body from English Channel plane wreckage identified as footballer Emiliano Sala, says UK police

Argentine newspaper Clarin last month published a voice message that Sala, who had played in France since 2012 and scored 12 goals for Nantes this season, apparently sent to friends while in the air.
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Saudi crown prince told aide he would use ‘a bullet’ on Khashoggi: report

The conversation was intercepted by U.S. intelligence agencies, as part of routine efforts by the National Security Agency and other agencies to capture and store the communications of global leaders, including allied ones, The Times said
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Amazon’s Bezos says National Enquirer owner tried to blackmail him

American Media Inc (AMI), the owner of the National Enquirer, did not immediately return a request for comment.
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Mumbai man says he will sue parents for bringing him into world without his ‘consent’

Raphael’s parents are lawyers, and he says he shares a cordial relationship with them.
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Salvadoran president-elect to assess relationship with China: aide

During the campaign, Mr. Bukele, who emerged victorious at the polls as an outsider candidate on Sunday, was critical of the benefits that El Salvador received after establishing diplomatic relations with China.
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Morning digest: Defence Ministry protested against PMO undermining Rafale negotiations, Only 50% of PAN linked to Aadhaar, and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day
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BJP set to disrupt budget presentation in Karnataka

As the Opposition BJP continued its ruckus in the legislature for the second day on Thursday, both Houses were adjourned without transacting much busi
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