Opinion, Reporters diary, 19th Jun 2017, News & Stories from India

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Opinion Reporter\'s Diary 19 Jun 2017

Opinion, Reporters diary, 19 Jun 2017

Lalu Prasad Yadav's daughter Misa Bharti. (Photo: File)

I-T Dept seizes benami properties of Misa Bharti, Tejaswi Yadav

Earlier the I-T department had issued two summons to Misa, but after she failed to appear, the I-T dept proceeded to seize the properties.

19 Jun 2017 9:47 PM

Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh. (Photo: File/PTI)

Keeping poll promise, Punjab govt declares crop loan waiver of 8.75 lakh farmers

Speaking at the Assembly, the CM noted the move would benefit 10.25 lakh farmers, including 8.75 lakh farmers up to 5 acres.

19 Jun 2017 9:33 PM

Delhi newborn found alive before burial, dies after 30 hours

The one-day old baby was declared dead on Sunday by the central government-run hospital's doctors, but later found alive before burial.

19 Jun 2017 9:16 PM

Having contract manufacturing in its portfolio creates a niche for the company as automakers slowly bring more electrified vehicles to market over the next decade.

Auto supplier Magna to manufacture BMW 5-series plug-in hybrids

Global automakers and their suppliers are investing heavily in fully-electric and gasoline-electric hybrid vehicles.

19 Jun 2017 9:08 PM

Governments around the world buy social media monitoring products to chart relationships and networks, as well as to monitor dissidents and identify their leaders.

Thailand plans cyber network scrutiny, law to toughen online monitoring

The Digital Economy Ministry aims to spend 128.56 million baht ($3.8 million) on software.

19 Jun 2017 9:06 PM

A British intelligence agency has told political parties to protect themselves against potential cyber attacks.

EU agrees to use sanctions against cyber hackers

EU foreign ministers agreed that so-called restrictive measures including travel bans, assets freezes and blanket bans on doing business.

19 Jun 2017 9:05 PM

Denmark's 2016 gross domestic product was 2.06 trillion Danish crowns ($310 billion), sitting between Facebook's current $437 billion market value and the $185 billion of Oracle Corp.

Silicon Valley giants outrank many nations, says first 'techplomat'

The aim was to help Denmark understand the impact of rapid changes in digital technology while promoting the country's interests and values.

19 Jun 2017 9:03 PM

External Affairs minister Sushma Swaraj (centre). (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

Maiden India-Afghanistan cargo flight lands in Delhi

A similar cargo flight from Delhi to Kabul had earlier carried 100 tonnes of cargo on June 18, 2017 from Delhi to Kabul.

19 Jun 2017 8:59 PM

Police forces secure the area on the Champs Elysées in Paris, Monday, June 19, 2017. (Photo: AP)

Car explodes after hitting police van on Paris's Champs-Elysees

Police and investigators said that the seriously injured driver was armed and suspect that the incident is a deliberate act.

19 Jun 2017 8:51 PM

Skipper Virat Kohli, opener Shikhar Dhawan were among three Indian cricketers named in ICC Champions Trophy 2017 Team . (Photo: AP)

Virat Kohli, Shikhar Dhawan, Bhuvneshwar Kumar named in ICC Champions Trophy 2017 team

The side includes four Pakistanis, three Indians, three Englishmen and one Bangladeshi, with Kane Williamson of New Zealand as 12th man.

19 Jun 2017 8:47 PM

WB CM Mamata Banerjee. (Photo: File/PTI)

WB demands 250 paramilitary personnel, Home Ministry sends half the number

Home Minister Rajnath Singh had on Sunday appealed to protesters not to resort to violence and instead hold dialogue to resolve any issue.

19 Jun 2017 8:35 PM

The UN has said the TIR Convention will come into force in India in six months and IRU will begin work with Indian partners on training, development and outreach efforts to facilitate prompt implementation. (Photo: AP/Representational)

India ratifies UN trade treaty; becomes 71st country to join group

TIR will help India to integrate with Myanmar and Thailand as well as Bangladesh, Bhutan and Nepal.

19 Jun 2017 8:23 PM

Cement segment, which is witnessing consolidation - last fiscal, had signed acquisitions of Rs 32,000 crore last fiscal.

Cement sector to see 5-6 pc CAGR for next 3 fiscals: Crisil

Demand of cement will double to 48 million tonnes (MT) over the next three fiscals

19 Jun 2017 8:21 PM

Representational Image. (Photo: File/AFP)

Arunachal Pradesh: Army rescues 200 stranded civilians post massive landslide

Since June 13, heavy and incessant rain has battered West Kameng district with multiple landslides resulting in traffic blockade.

19 Jun 2017 8:05 PM

NPS Service fortnight will be organised between June 27 and July 11 at offices of central and state governments.

PFRDA to update contact details of NPS subscribers

NPS is the government's flagship social security scheme.

19 Jun 2017 8:00 PM

UberPASS is one such product designed to offer riders using our service for their daily commute, a seamless and consistent ride experience.

Uber to pilot 'UberPASS' in 4 Indian metros

The membership-based offering is priced at Rs 499 a month and allows benefits like no peak pricing.

19 Jun 2017 7:28 PM

The Galaxy Note 8 is speculated to feature a 6.7-inch Infinity Display. It will come with an improved S-Pen with advanced controls baked in.

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 comes up in alleged official press release

The leak shows the Note 8 to follow the Galaxy S8’s design language with the adored ‘Infinity Display’.

19 Jun 2017 7:26 PM

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (Photo: PTI)

President Ashraf Ghani inaugurates 1st Afghanistan-India air corridor bypassing Pak

The President said the aim of the route was to create more opportunities and make Afghanistan an exporter country.

19 Jun 2017 7:16 PM

Security forces patrol the streets of Srinagar. (Photo: File)

Kashmir valley celebrates Pak’s win in ICC Champions Trophy

Towards the end of the match, people were out on the streets-dancing, bursting crackers and beating drums amid shouts ‘Long live Pakistan’.

19 Jun 2017 7:14 PM

IAC recommended for IBC reference of all accounts with fund and non-fund based outstanding amount greater than Rs 5,000 cr.

NPA resolution: PMO takes stock of progress

Banking sector is saddled with NPAs of over Rs 8 lakh crore, of which Rs 6 lakh cr is on the books of PSBs.

19 Jun 2017 7:11 PM

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