Opinion, Reporters diary, 17th Jul 2017, News & Stories from India

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Opinion Reporter\'s Diary 17 Jul 2017

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The attack comes just one day after the army said it had launched an operation in the Khyber tribal region to rout ISIS. (Photo: PTI/Representational)

3 dead, 8 wounded in 2 bomb attacks on Pak paramilitary force

Pakistan's Tehrik-e-Taliban was behind the attack, according to a statement by the militants' spokesman, Mohammad Khurasani.

17 Jul 2017 10:23 AM

Sensex firmed up 74 points and Nifty reclaimed 9,900 on Monday. (Representational Image)

Sensex, Nifty rally more, touch fresh peaks on positive Asian cues

Sensex started on a high note before trading at 32,131.92 at 1100 hours.

17 Jul 2017 10:20 AM

Phthalates are linked to obesity, thyroid abnormalities, reduced sperm count and mobility (Photo: Pixabay)

Powdered macaroni and cheese contains harmful chemicals

Research claims gender altering chemicals may be present in macaroni and cheese meals made with powdered cheese.

17 Jul 2017 10:10 AM

The rupee strengthened 11 paise to trade at 64.34 against the US dollar on Monday morning.

Rupee strengthens 11 paise against US dollar

On Friday, rupee had ended flat at 64.45 against dollar in an otherwise quiet and range-bound trade.

17 Jul 2017 10:06 AM

Bharat Petroleum Corp has made its first purchase of US oil, buying high sulphur crudes Mars and Poseidon.

BPCL buys US oil for first time; purchases Mars, Poseidon

BPCL is the second Indian refiner to buy US Gulf crude after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Washington in June.

17 Jul 2017 9:55 AM

Not going to the gym to get size zero: Kareena

The 36-year-old actress, who gave birth to baby boy, Taimur last year in December, was seen going to the gym soon after the delivery.

17 Jul 2017 9:40 AM

The proposal came roughly a week after South Korea President Moon Jae-in said the need for dialogue with North Korea was more pressing than ever to curb Pyongyang’s nuclear and missile programmes. (Photo: AP)

South Korea proposes military talks with Pyongyang to stop hostile acts

The South Korean Red Cross proposed talks with the North to discuss reunions of families separated during the Korean War.

17 Jul 2017 9:26 AM

The Monsoon Session of Parliament will continue till August 11. (Photo: PTI/File)

Parliament monsoon session to begin today, 16 new bills to be tabled

Among the new Bills that are to be introduced are the Consumer Protection Bill and two bills to implement the GST in Jammu and Kashmir.

17 Jul 2017 9:25 AM

Kareena Kapoor Khan with baby Taimur Ali Khan.

Kareena Kapoor Khan: Taimur is the most amazing child

Kareena Kapoor said she does not mind shutterbugs clicking her seven-month-old son, Taimur Ali Khan.

17 Jul 2017 9:02 AM

Along with the JD(U), NDA has completely backed Kovind while 17 Opposition parties have backed Meira Kumar. (Photo: PTI)

Fate of Meira Kumar, Kovind sealed as Prez poll ends; result on Thursday

There was a clash between TMC MLA and his counterparts after the former said that the latter had set the hills on fire.

17 Jul 2017 9:00 AM

Researchers said that the study does not prove that breastfeeding is responsible for the reduced risk of MS; it only shows the association (Photo: Pixabay)

Breastfeeding reduces risk of MS

According to researchers, breastfeeding is shown to reduce risk of multiple sclerosis.

17 Jul 2017 8:51 AM

While girls with autism are better in social skills they do not fare better in daily lives (Photo: Pixabay)

Women with autism at greater disadvantage

According to researchers, girls with autism struggle more with independent skills than boys.

17 Jul 2017 8:29 AM

The influx of foreign manufacturers is addressing some of India's weaknesses and enhancing its manufacturing ability, with Chinese companies also playing an important role in the process, according to the article. (Photo: AFP/Representational)

China should keep calm about rise in India’s investments: Chinese media

The article listed a host of foreign companies including some of the Chinese firms which are investing in India.

17 Jul 2017 8:25 AM

Clownfish live in tropical climates on anemones where they stay their entire lives (Photo: Pixabay)

Male clownfish can change its sex?

According to researchers if a female clownfish dies its mate changes sex completely.

17 Jul 2017 8:17 AM

L-cysteine is an amino acid that eliminates acetaldehyde, a compound in cigarettes believed to play a role in tobacco addiction by enhancing the brain’s responses to nicotine

Can this new lozenge help smokers quit?

Study showed pill containing amino acid L-cysteine could help quit smoking as it eliminates addiction causing acetaldehyde.

17 Jul 2017 8:05 AM

Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) chief Bimal Gurung (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

Bimal Gurung: Hills agitation will ‘turn terrible’

The agitation that has been continuing for more than a month will turn terrible and it will be a decisive battle for our independence, says Gurung.

17 Jul 2017 6:37 AM

The state information department, that is supposed to act as a bridge between the government and the media, has also adopted a dictatorial posture.

Shut the door

Humility and humbleness are the prerequisites for a politician to be accepted by people.

17 Jul 2017 6:34 AM

Sujauddin was kidnapped and was taken to a ground where his throat was slit by the miscreants who also chopped him. (Photo: File)

Trinamul Congress activist hacked to death

Sujauddin Molla was killed due to a suspected faction feud in the party.

17 Jul 2017 6:31 AM

The Urdu festival, which was held in February, seems to have inspired many to open to the world of incredible Urdu literature and poetry in its original script.

Course to revive Urdu a big hit in Noida

The organisation, working for preservation of the Urdu culture, had earlier started an online programme for learning a language called Aamozish.

17 Jul 2017 6:26 AM

KMC: Hoardings to make way for LED boards

30 areas in city, including Park Street, selected for move.

17 Jul 2017 6:23 AM

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