India
Kohinoor surrendered to British, declares ASI
In 19 minutes
The Archeological Survey of India (ASI), however, has contradicted the government’s stand by stating in a recent RTI reply that the diamond was in fact “surrendered” by the Maharaja of Lahore to Queen Victoria of England. In its response to a PIL, the government had said that Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s kin had given the Kohinoor to the British as “voluntary compensation” to cover the expenses of the Anglo-Sikh War.
31 Bangladeshis fleeing Karnataka held in Assam
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International
'Terror motive' not ruled out in Cologne hostage-taking
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The suspect, who was badly wounded when police stormed the scene, had claimed to be a member of the Islamic State jihadist group, a police spokesman said. He was holding a real or replica pistol when commandos stormed the site. They believed he was a 55-year-old Syrian immigrant.
Recovery of Nepal climbers delayed by mountain's remoteness
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Rescuers hampered by difficult, remote terrain took two days to recover the bodies of nine climbers, including one of the world's best, who hoped to map a new route to a Himalayan peak in Nepal that hasn't been scaled in eight years. Local police chief Bir Bahadur Budamagar said a group of villagers reached the climbers' devastated campsite on Saturday
Bangladesh editors protest ‘anti-press’ law
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Brexit talks with EU take a dramatic turn
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Same-sex penguin couple incubate egg
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Business
PM Narendra Modi urges oil suppliers to review payment terms to give rupee relief
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged global oil suppliers on Monday to review payment terms in order to give relief to the weak rupee. India, which imports more than 80 per cent of its oil imports, has been under pressure as crude oil prices have surged and its rupee currency has lost value.
Markets finish higher as Sensex gains 132 points
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Ongoing labour issues may hurt govt's jobs push
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IndusInd Bank Q2 net profit rises 4.6%
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Sports
Big matches today - PKL: Bengal Warriors vs Telugu Titans
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Here are the big sports events lined up for Tuesday (October 16) that comprise the action from Pro Kabaddi and Denmark Open Badminton in which PV Sindhu, Saina Nehwal and Kidambi Srikanth will play their first round matches.
CCI gears up to host India-West Indies ODI in Mumbai
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With international cricket returning to its fold after several years, the Cricket Club of India (CCI) here is all set to host the fourth ODI between India and West Indies on October 29.
ICC set to impose tougher sanctions
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Rajini third
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Hyderabad capitalises on Andhra’s collapse
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Technology
Apple iOS 10 surpasses iOS 9 in early adoption in just 24 hours
In 2 years
iOS 10 reached 14.45% of eligible devices in the first 24 hours of its release. In comparison, iOS 9 was on 12.60% of eligible device within 24 hours of it being released for all users.
Apple iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus price details revealed, goes up to Rs 92,000
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The iPhone 7 Plus 32GB, 128GB and 256GB will cost Rs 72,000, Rs 82,000 and Rs 92,000 respectively
Entertainment
Alia in New York to meet Ranbir and family?
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Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor have been hinting about their alleged relationship from quite some time now. Although the two are yet to come out in open about it, their social media updates and outings are proof enough.
MJ Akbar, Alok Nath file defamation suits
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"Needless to say, I am ready to fight allegations of defamation laid against me, as truth and the absolute truth is my only defence," Ramani said.
Kangana Ranaut’s sister comes to her rescue
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Lata Mangeshkar on #MeToo movement
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Taimur tells paparazzi his name is ‘Tim’
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IFTDA seeks explanation from Sajid Khan
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Nishtha Jain accuses Vinod Dua of harassment
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Health
Toiling for generations but not farmers yet
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Women in agriculture face multiple challenges due to lack of land entitlements, recognition
Plot to attack Punjab leader foiled, 3 arrested
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Trio Khalistani sympathisers, say cops; two rifles snatched recently from policemen recovered
Haryana govt. indifferent towards farmers: Surjewala
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Man behind illegal liquor unit in Ghaziabad held
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FIR registered against 12 men for forgery
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2 injured in scuffle at Jamia, two detained
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Education
A tooth job
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If you have a degree in dental science, here are a few pathways you could explore
Ride the technology wave
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With increasing automation and thinking machines, start equipping yourself with skills of the future
NRI
Indian teachers in demand in Singapore
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Indian teachers are most sought after in Singapore schools with increasing number of teachers being recruited to teach not only Indian languages but also other subjects.
Indian connection to prince William and Kate Middleton's wedding cake
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Had it not been for the encouragement of her Gujarati husband Kishore Patel, Fiona Cairns may have never made the leap from graphic design to luxury baking.
Indians in Singapore produce movie
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Gujarati icing on Will-Kat wedding cake!
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Five-year-old Indian becomes millionaire
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Kohinoor surrendered to British, declares ASI
In 19 minutes
The Archeological Survey of India (ASI), however, has contradicted the government’s stand by stating in a recent RTI reply that the diamond was in fact “surrendered” by the Maharaja of Lahore to Queen Victoria of England. In its response to a PIL, the government had said that Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s kin had given the Kohinoor to the British as “voluntary compensation” to cover the expenses of the Anglo-Sikh War.
31 Bangladeshis fleeing Karnataka held in Assam
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Activist’s acid attack claim false: UP cops
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Big pharma proposes launch of low priced ‘second brands’ for Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme
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Urging the government to create “policy provisions” to allow launch of second brands for introduction into the state-run insurance scheme, the US India Business Council (USIBC) asked the government for a safeguard policy mechanism so that such supplies are exempted from price referencing.
Toiling for generations but not farmers yet
In 43 minutes
Women in agriculture face multiple challenges due to lack of land entitlements, recognition
Plot to attack Punjab leader foiled, 3 arrested
In 46 minutes
Trio Khalistani sympathisers, say cops; two rifles snatched recently from policemen recovered
Haryana govt. indifferent towards farmers: Surjewala
In 48 minutes
‘Forced to sell paddy and bajra at a lower rate than MSP’
Attack on judge’s kin: Gurugram court suspends work in solidarity
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Judge’s son on life support, wife cremated on Monday
Man behind illegal liquor unit in Ghaziabad held
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The Gautam Buddh Nagar police Monday said they have arrested the key person who was running an illegal liquor factory in Ghaziabad that was busted in
FIR registered against 12 men for forgery
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Accused forged documents, withdrew ₹8 crore from various banks: complainant
Youth Congress holds protest, demands M.J. Akbar’s resignation
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The Indian Youth Congress (IYC) organised a massive protest on Monday outside the residence of Minister of State for External Affairs M.J. Akbar, who
2 injured in scuffle at Jamia, two detained
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Two students sustained minor injuries after a quarrel broke out between two groups at a mosque inside Jamia Millia Islamia University on Monday evenin
‘JNU threatening to nullify students’ union polls’
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JNUSU says varsity asking for original bills on expenditure incurred during elections
‘Sacrilege culprits won’t be spared’
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SIT is fully cognisant of the sensitivity and urgency of the matter: Amarinder
830 dengue cases in Delhi, nearly 350 in Oct
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Dengue cases have mounted in the city with at least 830 people being diagnosed with the vector-borne disease this season, over 42% of which were repor
Extortionists, sharpshooters of Saddam Gauri gang arrested
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Targets were sent clips of accused in action to scare them
Cong starts door-to-door campaign
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The Delhi Congress on Monday launched a door-to-door campaign that saw party workers hand out booklets that “exposed” the alleged failures of the BJP-
Noida transport dept to get test track soon
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Will finally be able to hold practical tests