The Hindu: 02/27/19

Wednesday, February 27, 2019

Saradha chit fund case: File affidavit to prove Rajeev Kumar tampered call records, SC tells CBI

A Bench of Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi and Justice Sanjiv Khanna ordered the CBI Director to file his affidavit by March 26, the next date of hearing.
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Dharani dreams big

Dharani Selvakumar once snuck into a boat to follow his father to sea. “He’d warned me to keep off the water at any cost,” says the 27-year-old surfer

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Aquarium coming up at tiger sanctuary

To showcase fishes found in KMTR rivers
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Fact check: Rajasthan, Odisha plane crash images shown as those of IAF aircraft downed by Pakistan Air Force

The misleading images emerged hours after Pakistan said it had shot down two Indian warplanes in its airspace.
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Jalam Jeevamritham campaign launched

The Water Resources Department has launched a water conservation and awareness campaign to tackle a potential drought and ensure adequate water availa
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Trump meets North Korea's Kim in Vietnam for second nuclear summit

Trump and Kim are scheduled to hold a 20-minute, one-on-one chat followed by a dinner with aides
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Watch | PM Modi takes Metro ride in Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, February 26, 2019, took Delhi Metro from Khan Market metro station earlier today. Mr. Modi was on his way to
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In Ravana’s garden

Kalamandalam Sindhu’s Nagiarkoothu recital is at 6.30 pm today
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Art of the farmer and the artisan

Farmers from all over Kerala and artisans from many states in India have showcased several products ranging from heirloom rice to handlooms and handicrafts at VJT Hall
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Approval granted for purchase of defence equipment worth ₹2,700 crore

The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) on Wednesday approved acquisition of defence equipment for about ₹2,700 crore, official sources said.The meetin
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‘Sukhantyam’ is about how life has to be experienced: Adoor Gopalakrishnan

The auteur on the first stand-alone short film in his career
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Owaisi voices concern over Indian pilot ‘missing in action’

Under Article 3 of Geneva Conventions every party is required to treat prisoners humanely, says the AIMIM president
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Modify Feb. 13 eviction order of lakhs of forest dwellers: Centre urges SC

States’ mechanism to reject claims is faulty, the Centre claimed
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Indian Railways starts displaying reservation charts, vacant seats online

Just like booking an airline ticket, the Indian Railways website will show the seating layout with different colours to show the seats that are booked, vacant and partially booked
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Shooting World Cup: Saurabh, Manu win gold in 10m air pistol mixed event

Such was the Indian duo’s dominance through the final that the difference between the gold and silver medallist at the end was a hopping at the end was 5.8

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Rodgers era at Leicester off to a winning start; Nadal eases into Mexican Open second round

Not in the mood to go through the sports news in detail, but can’t quite get yourself to do away with it either? Here’s what we have to offer: read on to get a summary of all the main sports events.

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Art of the farmer and the artisan

Family trips are cool but do you solo travel?

As millennials set out to explore the world, often alone. a slew of startups is curating memorable experiences and wild party nights. It’s also a great way to make new friends

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Now, arrive in style in ‘rented’ luxury cars on your wedding

Many soon-to-weds up the glamour quotient with chauffeured luxury cars on the big day

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Scenes from India’s land of leopards

Beyond the majestic forts and bustling bazaars, discover the untamed side of Jaipur

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Now, arrive in style in ‘rented’ luxury cars on your wedding

Many soon-to-weds up the glamour quotient with chauffeured luxury cars on the big day
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‘I dedicate the award to the directors’: Joju George

With another State film award in his kitty, the actor is over the moon
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Imran Khan calls for dialogue with India, renews offer for a probe into Pulwama attacks

His comments came minutes after the External Affairs Ministry in New Delhi said that Pakistan Air Force targeted military installations in India
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IAF 'jet' crash in Budgam: first visuals

According to initial reports, two persons were killed when an Indian Air Force (IAF) 'jet' crashed in central Kashmir's Budgam on February 27, 2019.
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BBMP hospitals have care packages for expectant mothers

Care packages for expectant mothers in BBMP hospitals, made by underprivileged women with donated material, is a win-win situation for all
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‘From the streets of Nallasopara to the international stage’

Competing in the ongoing third season of NBC’s ‘World of Dance’, Kings United are known for their skilful precision and boisterous charisma
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Indian held over plot to assassinate Sri Lankan President Sirisena acquitted

Marceli Thomas, from Kerala, was arrested in October last year following a complaint by Namal Kumara, a police informant.
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Nepal’s Tourism Minister Adhikari among seven killed in helicopter crash

The Minister, along with other officials, planned to visit Pathibhara Temple and then fly to Panchthar to observe the under construction airport at Chuhan Danda.
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Meet Apatanis, a gentle tribe from Arunachal Pradesh

A photo-essay by Palaniappan Subramanyam, a Chennai-based photographer on the Apatanis, a gentle tribe nestled in the valleys of Ziro in Arunachal Pradesh.

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Feminists and their tomes

The Sanskaari Girls Book Club looks at writers who deal with women-centric content

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BBMP hospitals have care packages for expectant mothers

Care packages for expectant mothers in BBMP hospitals, made by underprivileged women with donated material, is a win-win situation for all

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What do millennials want?

The answer seems to be love. But the task of a millennial finding love is fraught with ambiguity

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A twist in taste

The new menu at Farzi Café keeps to its DNA, while offering a new set of palate-pleasers that bring together India and the world

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Tales from Garden of Eden

The Garden of Eden is a gem tucked away in the folds between hills and ocean on the Maui island of Hawaii

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Blushing beauties

The 91st Academy Awards had some surprise winners and fashion-wise this year’s red carpet saw some interesting trends

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Delhi-based chefs discuss fine-dining experience at 35,000 feet

In an industry driven by stiff competition, airlines attempt to woo passengers with carefully curated menus and popular desserts

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The house for a woke generation: how home decor brands are adapting to millenials’ tastes

The millennial home is an expression of their heightened socio-political engagement, annd design and home decor brands are catching on

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Airspace north of Delhi vacated, say official sources

The entire airspace north of the Indian capital has been vacated, official sources said on Wednesday.The skies above New Delhi were vacated as nine a
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Pakistan suspends flight operations at major airports

The move comes amid escalation of tension between India and Pakistan after IAF carried out strikes on terror bases in Pakistan
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Whether there will be war or peace will be known in the next 72 hours: Pak. Minister

Railways Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmad is known for his rabid remarks.
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Iran’s president rejects resignation of his foreign minister

It’s unclear what will happen next. Mr. Zarif could stop going to work at the Foreign Ministry, forcing Mr. Rouhani’s hand.
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Vigil Bose’s short film ‘Fall’ explores post-traumatic stress through a former undercover operative in the US

Kochi-born US-based techie’s short draws its cast from Malayali diaspora
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Pakistani F-16 fighter jet shot down in J&K’s Rajouri sector, say officials

A Pakistani Air Force F-16 fighter jet was shot down by Indian air defence forces in Rajouri sector of Jammu region on February 27 morning, officials
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Balakot air strikes: China offers tacit support to India, but rejects labelling Pakistan as terror sponsor

China on February 27 appeared to have walked a thin line by tacitly supporting Indian air strikes against the Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist camps in Pak
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Two earthquakes hit Nepal

Both of the tremors were aftershocks of the Gorkha earthquake of 2015, the officials said.
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IAF 'jet' crashes in Budgam; 3 bodies found, say police

Three persons were killed when an Indian Air Force (IAF) 'jet' crashed in central Kashmir's Budgam on Wednesday morning.An official in Budgam said two
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His unique qualities

Visishtadvaita stresses the importance of Lord Narayana’s auspicious form — His divyamangala vigraha. Focus on His divyamangala vigraha helps us to co

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Chennai’s Senate House opens its doors to the public

The beauty of its Moorish-themed walls and exquisite high ceiling is no longer hidden behind shuttered windows — Senate House is one of the venues of Chennai Photo Biennale

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2019 Cricket World Cup: will address India’s security concerns, ICC assures BCCI

There have been statements from Harbhajan Singh and Sourav Ganguly, urging the BCCI to boycott the June 16 World Cup group league game against Pakistan

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Butterfly tipped for feature event

Butterfly, who is in fine trim, may score in the Om. Sp. L. Al. Alagappa Chettiar Memorial Trophy (1,200m), the main event of the extra day’s races t

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I deserve chances more consistently in ODIs: Ajinkya Rahane

Rahane says he has always put the team first; hopeful of making the WC squad

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All eyes on Jinson Johnson

Indian Grand Prix athletics today

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Hockey Series Finals in jeopardy

Crucial event for India in Olympic qualification year

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Under-19: India pushes South Africa to the wall

Contains the visitors to a modest total before coming good with the bat

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‘Angry Farmer’ is making it count now

David Gilbert says he now is no longer casual about his snooker

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Queen Bee Kristina Vogel continues to buzz

Paralysed after a collision, Vogel has refused to give up

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ICC meeting: Tax sops deadlock set to continue

Tax exemptions for future global events, broadcasting rights for the World Test Championship and capping participation in private T20 leagues are amon

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What makes cricketing sense may not be desirable politically

Tokenism has the advantage of making a point without the pressure of having to follow through with it

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Windies ready to spring WC surprise, says Pybus

England coach Bayliss agrees with counterpart

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Orlandi retires due to heart ailment

Spanish midfielder and former Chennaiyin FC player Andrea Orlandi has been forced to retire from football after discovering he has heart disease.The 3

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ISL: Coaches stress on grassroots development

Call for sustained effort

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Ravi lights up the day

Purnima Pandey lifts women’s +87kg title

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Shooting World Cup: Reitz wins face-off of champions

Anish Bhanwala’s fifth spot some consolation on fruitless day for India

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Duanne Olivier rejects South Africa contract, signs for Yorkshire

Cricket South Africa, coach Ottis Gibson disappointed at the fast bowler’s decision after a successful summer in the home Tests

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Sanath Jayasuriya banned for two years for breaching ICC Anti-Corruption Code

The former Sri Lanka batsman admitted to obstructing an anti-corruption probe by tampering with evidence sought by the ICC in their investigation of wide-scale corruption in Sri Lankan cricket

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Excellent Phoenix rises to the occasion

Excellent Phoenix (Dhebe up) won the Waterfalls Plate (1,400m), the feature of the races here on Tuesday (Feb. 26). The winner is the property of Mrs

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Cummins praises ‘fast and accurate’ Bumrah

The fast bowler loved the bowler-friendly conditions in Vizag but is expecting more runs from the surface at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru for the second T20I

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Mariachi, Sahara, Sea Of Cortez, Electra, Blue Moon and Smile Stone shine

Mariachi, Sahara, Sea Of Cortez, Electra, Blue Moon and Smile Stone shone when the horses were exercised here on Tuesday morning (Feb. 26)Inner sand:

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Fact check: Do viral videos show India, Pakistan fighter jets in Kashmir?

Indian social media posts and TV channels claimed the videos showed Indian fighter jets carrying out strikes in Pakistan; Pakistani Facebook posts and newspapers say the footage showed Pakistani jets chasing Indian military planes out of their airspace. All the claims are false.
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