Month: January 2015

Omar Abdullah links Barack Obama’s comment on poverty in India to Manmohan Singh

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Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday saw praise for Manmohan Singh in US President Barack Obama’s comments on poverty alleviation in India.

“Obama – ‘Millions have been lifted out of poverty in recent years’. Dr Manmohan Singh is right – history will judge him more kindly,” Omar wrote on microblogging site twitter.com soon after the US President’s address at the Siri Fort Auditorium in the Union capital.

Shots hit UAE passenger plane in Baghdad

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A United Arab Emirates (UAE) passenger plane was hit by small arms fire while landing at Baghdad airport, an airport source told Xinhua news agency Tuesday.

On Monday night, a plane of budget airliner Flydubai was hit by bullets from the al-Radhwaniya area, just south of the airport, which caused damage to the aircraft, the source said on condition of anonymity.

The source could not give further details, saying that an official statement would be released soon by the Iraqi Authority of Aviation.

Every woman should be able to walk the street, ride the bus: Obama

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US President Barack Obama Tuesday said he was happy to see all the “incredible” women in the Indian armed forces during the Republic Day parade, which he said was a sign of great progress of the country.

In a town hall meeting-style speech at the Siri Fort Auditorium here, his last engagement before he flew off to Saudi Arabia, the US president spoke extensively on the important role of women in building society and also stressed that it is necessary to ensure security to every woman.

Pharmaceutical go down gutted by fire

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A pharmaceutical go down was gutted by fire in an incident occurred at Chaitanyapuri. According to sources go down of Suresh Pharmaceuticals caught fire during the wee hours on Monday due to short circuit. Medicines and other items worth Rs/- 1 Cr. were destroyed by the fire.

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Iran wants ‘more active’ EU role in n-talks

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The European Union (EU) can play a more active role in the negotiations between Iran and the world powers over its nuclear issue, Iran foreign minister.

In a meeting with his Portugese counterpart Rui Machete in Tehran Monday, Mohammad-Javad Zarif hailed what he termed as “positive” the European countries’ current approach to oppose the imposition of any new sanctions against Tehran and trying out diplomacy, Xinhua news agency reported citing Press TV.

12 injured as tempo turns turtle

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Around twelve people received minor injuries when a tempo they were travelling in turned turtle in Kashmere Gate area of North Delhi today.

According to police, the driver allegedly lost control while taking a turn in front of the Kashmere Gate bus stand.

The incident took place around 8 PM.

Police have registered a case of negligence against the tempo driver who was arrested from the accident spot.

Few passers-by made a call to the police control room and the injured were rushed to a nearby hospital.

Ranbaxy forfeits 180 days exclusivity for stomach drugs

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Drug major Ranbaxy on Tuesday said that the US health regulator has “determined” that the Indian drug manufacturer has forfeited its 180 days exclusivity for stomach and esophagus problems treatment tablets.

“We have now received a communication from US FDA that they have determined that Ranbaxy has forfeited its 180 days exclusivity for esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules,” the company said in a BSE filing.

Esomeprazole is used for treatment of certain stomach and esophagus problems such as acid reflux and ulcers.

Meeting of Shara’i Adalat on Jan 27

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Weekly meeting of Shara’i Adalat, Jamiat-ul-Mominat will be held on January 27, from 5 to 8 pm under the supervision of Mufti Mohammed Hasanuddin Ameer-e-Shariah. Issues like family disputes of Muslims, distribution of property, Nikah, Talaq, Khula, Nafqa are settled during the meeting.

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Prof. S A Shukoor unfurls flags at Hajj House

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On the occasion 66th Republic Day of India, Prof. S A Shukoor Director/Secretary Telangana State Urdu Academy who is also vice Chairman and Managing Director of State Minority Finance Corporation and Special Officer Telangana State Hajj Committee unfurled the flags at the offices of Telangana State Urdu Academy, State Minority Finance Corporation and Telangana State Urdu Academy located at Hajj House Nampally.

Maruti Suzuki Q3 net profit rises 18% at Rs 802 crore

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The country’s largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India on Tuesday reported 17.8 percent increase in net profit at Rs 802.2 crore for the third quarter ended December 31, 2014.

The company had posted a net profit of Rs 681.15 crore in the same period last fiscal, Maruti Suzuki India said in a statement.

“Higher volumes, material cost reduction initiatives and favourable foreign exchange contributed to the bottomline during the quarter,” the company said in a statement.

Gold Futures Fall Rs 264 on Weak Global Cues, Profit-Booking

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Gold prices fell sharply by Rs 264 to Rs 27,600 per tens in futures trade today amid a weak trend overseas and profit-booking by speculators.

At the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold for delivery in February fell by Rs 264, or 0.95 per cent, to Rs 27,600 per 10 grams in a business turnover of 497 lots.

Likewise, the metal for delivery in far-month April was down by Rs 237, or 0.85 per cent, to Rs 27,764 per 10 grams in 42 lots.

Scientists identify brain’s thirst switch

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Neuroscientists have identified neurons that trigger our sense of thirst and the ones that turn it off.

The findings could lead to new therapies for dehydration and excessive thirst.

For years, researchers have suspected that thirst is regulated by neurons in the subfornical organ (SFO) in the hypothalamus.

But it has been difficult to pinpoint the exact neurons involved.

BJP Hartal Demanding Resignation of Mani Ratnams Near Total

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Normal life across Kerala was today disrupted due to a day-long state-wide hartal called by BJP today demanding resignation of Finance Minister K M Mani in the wake of graft charges against him in the bar bribery scam.

Buses, taxis and autorickshaws kept off the roads and shops remained closed all over the state.

No untoward incidents were reported from any part of the state, police said.

Government offices, including the secretariat here functioned with very thin attendance.

Sensex touches new high; capital goods stocks surge

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A benchmark index of Indian equities markets Tuesday scaled a new peak and was trading at 99.95 points or 0.34 percent up.

The index touched a high of 29,456.63 points, surpassing its previous high of 29,408.73 points it touched Jan 23.

Good buying was observed in capital goods, auto and banking, while selling pressure was seen in IT, metal and technology, media and entertainment (TECK) sectors.

‘Palestinians Should Learn From India’s Peaceful Resistance’

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In a rare gesture, Palestinian Prime Minister Rami Hamdallah participated in a reception here to celebrate India’s Republic Day and told his people to learn from the Indian example of peaceful resistance.

Accompanied by four senior ministers, four Governors, top officials and several other Palestinian dignitaries, Hamdallah joined a gathering of around 250 people assembled to celebrate India’s 66th Republic Day in West Bank city of Ramallah.

Congress, AAP Attack Government Over Bedi at R-Day Function

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Congress and AAP today raised objections over BJP’s chief ministerial candidate Kiran Bedi being seated in the VVIP enclosure at the front row during the Republic Day function here, saying that it was gross misuse of power and Election Commission should look into the matter.

“It is a right of every citizen to be there, but for her to be seated in the VVIP enclosure in the front row raises serious questions.

Rupee Trades 61.42 Vs USD in Late Morning Deals

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The rupee were quoting at 61.42 against the US currency in late morning deals today amid volatile trading on the back of higher dollar overseas.

Earlier, the rupee resumed lower at 61.50 per dollar as against last Friday’s close of 61.42 at the Interbank Foreign Exchange market.

It declined further at 61.51 on month-end dollar demand by importers, before recovering at Rs 61.39 on bouts of dollar selling by banks and exporters and was quoting at last Friday’s same level of Rs 61.42 at 1100 hrs.

It hovered in the range of 61.51-61.39 per dollar during the morning trade.

K Sri Hari: from teacher to minister

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Member of parliament from Warangal K Sri Hari, who played an important role in state politics, has been appointed as member of the parliament for the third time. He also served on four key ministerial posts during TDP rule in united Andhra Pradesh. Mr. K Sri Hari who was basically a teacher, began his political career by joining Telugu Desam Party and elected MLA for three times. During the period he served as a minister in former Chief Ministers N T Rama Rao and N Chandrababu Naidu’s tenure.

Spoken English and Computer Course training at Mahboob Husain Jigar Career Guidance Centre

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Siasat offers Spoken English and Computer Course training at Mahboob Husain Jigar Career Guidance Centre. Courses include DTP, MS Office and Internet, AutoCAD and 3D Mix, Accounting packages, multi media and spoken English. Age no bar. Students not having computer knowledge can avail the opportunity. Candidates must register their names at Siasat office. Further details can be had from centre incharge on phone no’s 9642786042 or 9652813994.

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SSC Question Bank to be released on Thursday

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Siasat publishes SSC English Medium Question bank every year and distributes it freely among the students. The Question Bank has been published this year too with new syllabus and new pattern. Siasat editor Mr. Zahed Ali Khan will release the book on Thursday, January 29, at 4 pm, at Siasat office, Abids.

The Question Bank has been prepared by expert teachers under the supervision of Mr. Ahmed Basheeruddin Farooqui, retd. Deputy Educational Officer. M A Hameed Career Counsellor told that students can obtain the Question Bank after its release, free of cost by producing bonafide.

Now, Mumbai mastermind Hafiz Saeed opens free ambulance service in futile bid to win legitimacy

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While launching a free ambulance service in Karachi, Jamaatud Dawa ( JuD) chief Hafiz Mohammad Saeed, who has been accused of masterminding the Mumbai terror attacks, has reportedly gone on record to say that the organization is only involved in charitable work and it is the “key area” for which it is known across Pakistan.

Saeed made the above statement at the launch ceremony held at the Markaz-i-Taqwa in Gulshan-i-Iqbal and added that the outfit is neither a political party nor has an electoral agenda , reported the Dawn.

Kazakhstan’s EXPO-2017 to focus on theme of future energy

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Energy sector-related challenges and opportunities prevailing in the 21st century will be the focus of Expo-2017, a global exhibition to be organized by the Government of Kazakhstan in national capital Astana from June 10 to September 10, 2017.

The theme of the exhibition will be “Future Energy”, and the event is expected to be attended by over five million local and international participants from about 100 countries and global organizations.

WikiLeaks threatens to sue Google, US govt over staffers’ email revelation

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WikiLeaks has threatened legal action against Google and the US government after the tech giant revealed its staffers’ Gmail contents to US law enforcement .

According to The Guardian, the targets of the investigation were not notified until two and a half years after secret search warrants were issued and served by the FBI, legal representatives for WikiLeaks said in a press conference on Monday.