News Digest: Adani row: Congress neta moves Supreme Court for probe

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		Wednesday, February 15, 2023
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		India
		Adani row: Congress neta moves Supreme Court for probe 1 ideology, 1 person can't make or break a country: Mohan Bhagwat BJP has no competition in 2024, people whole-heartedly with PM Modi: Amit Shah Exuding confidence that BJP will form governments with full majority in the states where polls will take place this year, Union home minister Amit Shah on Tuesday asserted that there was “no competition” for the party in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and the people of the country are wholeheartedly with PM Modi since his initiatives have changed their lives. More India News»

		Science
		Male contraceptive shows promise in preclinical study In preclinical models, an investigational contraceptive medication created by Weill Cornell Medicine researchers temporarily inhibits sperm and prevents pregnancies. The study, which was published in Nature Communications on February 14, reveals the feasibility of on-demand male contraception. New research shows Deep-sea black carbon comes from hydrothermal vents Associate Professor Youhei Yamashita and grad student Yutaro Mori at Hokkaido University, along with Professor Hiroshi Ogawa at AORI, The University of Tokyo, have revealed conclusive evidence that hydrothermal vents are a previously unknown source of dissolved black carbon in the deep ocean. Their discoveries were published in the journal Science Advances. Formula milk companies use foul tactics to undermine breastfeeding: Lancet More Science News»

		Technology
		OnePlus Monitor E 24, X 27 to go on open sale in India: Price, specs and other details Both these monitors will be available on open sale starting tomorrow (February 15). The company claims to offer “an impressive display with wide-angle viewing as well as sharp image quality.” These monitors also support multiple other features like a fast response time, low blue light and flicker-free visuals for comfortable viewing. Apple's Next iMac may not launch before late 2023 Apple does not plan to release a new 24-inch iMac before late 2023 at the earliest. Instead of updating the iMac with the M2 chip, Apple is expected to wait for the yet-to-be-announced M3 chip before launching a new model. Xiaomi TV Stick 4K launched: How it compares to Realme 4K Smart Google TV Stick Xiaomi recently announced TV Stick 4K, priced at Rs 4,999. Realme also has Realme 4K Smart Google TV Stick. The two streaming devices that offer 4K video output and come with a voice remote control. While they share some similarities, they have a few key differences that may make one more appealing than the other. More Technology News»

		Business
		Volatility in group stocks is temporary, says Gautam Adani Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani said the current market volatility, sparked by a selloff in his companies’ stocks, is “temporary”. Investors in his 10 listed companies, of which seven bear the Adani name, have together lost nearly Rs 10. 4 lakh crore in market value ever since Hindenburg Research published a report on January 24 alleging his group of corporate malfeasance and stock price manipulation. Air India to revamp fleet with huge Boeing, Airbus orders Adani Group seeks to calm investors on $27 billion debts Adani Group moved to reassure investors about its debts, saying there was no refinancing risk for its listed companies and its immediate cash situation was comfortable. More Business News»

		Sports
		Iyer cleared by BCCI medical team, to join India squad for second Test India batter Shreyas Iyer, who was nursing a back injury, has been cleared by the BCCI medical team and will now join the squad ahead of the second Test against Australia starting in the capital on Friday. Gujarat Giants to play Mumbai Indians in WPL 2023 opener The blockbuster clash between Gujarat Giants and Mumbai Indians on March 4 at the DY Patil Stadium will open the inaugural Women's Premier League (WPL), the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said on Tuesday. The BCCI announced the full schedule for the WPL 2023 after the successful conclusion of the WPL Auction in Mumbai on Monday. T20 World Cup: Mandhana boost for India in clash against WI India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana missed the tie against Pakistan owing to a finger injury but the star opener is likely to be back in the team against the West Indies in their second Women's T20 World Cup match in Cape Town on Wednesday. More Sports News»

		Education
		ChatGPT among prohibited items in CBSE exams According to instructions issued by the Board ahead of exams commencing on Wednesday, "Mobile, ChatGPT and other electronic items will not be allowed in examination hall." The board officials said that the prohibitions are meant to stop any use of unfair means in the exam. J&K cultural heritage is biggest asset, needs to be revived: Secy Culture Dr Syed The Secretary of Culture, Dr. Syed Abid Rashid Shah, today reviewed the works of various departments under his ambit at the Civil Secretariat. He emphasized on reviving the Culture Department on a massive scale for bringing about a cultural renaissance in the union territory. Read the article below to find out more. OPSC Admit Card 2023 released for MO, VAS posts on opsc.gov.in, download here The Odisha Public Service Commission has issued the OPSC Admit Card 2023 for the Medical Officers and Veterinary Assistant Surgeon posts. Candidates can download the hall tickets from the official website at opsc.gov.in. Read the full article below to know about the OPSC examination dates and other details regarding the exams. More Education News»

		Environment
		Indian cyclist promotes environmental awareness; learn challenges of life Encouraged by the success of his over 7,500-km 103-day cycling expedition from India to Singapore, an Indian cyclist is planning the next venture to some key countries in Southeast Asia and Australia in November to spread environmental awareness. Don't feed the bears! But birds OK, new Tahoe research shows France destroys seaside flats threatened by coastal erosion French authorities on Friday started demolishing a seaside block of flats that has come to symbolise the country's battle against climate change-linked coastal erosion. More Environment News»

		World
		Nikki Haley announces US presidential run Invoking her background as “the proud daughter of Indian immigrants”, former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley nee Nimrata Randhawa, formally announced that she is running for US Presidency in 2024, declaring that “it’s time for a new generation of leadership” in America. UK gives no reaction to 'surveys', sources say officials 'closely monitoring' them Imran Khan says Gen Bajwa wanted him to condemn Russia, but he stayed 'neutral' citing India's example Pakistan's ousted prime minister Imran Khan has claimed that former Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa wanted him to condemn Russia for invading Ukraine, but the then premier did not oblige him citing the example of India."On my return from Russia visit (a year ago being premier), Gen Bajwa asked me to condemn Russia's invasion of Ukraine. I told him that India, which is a strategic ally of the US, is staying neutral. So, Pakistan should stay neutral,” Khan said. More World News»

		Environment
		Indian cyclist promotes environmental awareness; learn challenges of life Encouraged by the success of his over 7,500-km 103-day cycling expedition from India to Singapore, an Indian cyclist is planning the next venture to some key countries in Southeast Asia and Australia in November to spread environmental awareness. Don't feed the bears! But birds OK, new Tahoe research shows France destroys seaside flats threatened by coastal erosion French authorities on Friday started demolishing a seaside block of flats that has come to symbolise the country's battle against climate change-linked coastal erosion. More Environment News»

		Hyderabad
		Probe agencies big 'puppets' of BJP, says Telangana minister KT Rama Rao Condemning the income tax investigation on BBC's Delhi office and Mumbai studio, BRS working president KT Rama Rao said on Tuesday that IT department, CBI and ED are the 'biggest puppets' of BJP and have lost credibility. HC upholds Telangana claim in land row Turning critical towards a single judge order that granted relief to a private enterprise without any basis, Telangana high court on Tuesday upheld the rights of the state government over 46,538 square metres of land at Fatehnagar in Balanagar. 5-year jail for three for murder bid in Hyderabad Three persons were convicted and sentenced to five years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of 10,000 each in a case of attempted murder on Tuesday. More Hyderabad News»

		Chandigarh
		Mall dresses up in flowers to celebrate festival of love A mall in Chandigarh celebrated the season of love with the first of its kind flower show Punjab seeks Centre's help for setting up 100 MW biomass power projects Farmers protest over stray cattle menace in Ambala, catch and load them in trolleys, march to DC office More Chandigarh News»

		Ahmedabad
		5 held for driving away couples from garden in Gandhinagar Five people have been arrested for allegedly driving away couples from a park in Gandhinagar's central vista on Tuesday. Members of the Bajrang Dal on Tuesday entered a garden in Gandhinagar to protest Valentine's Day celebrations and drove away couples sitting inside. 21-year-old accuses fiance of rape in Ahmedabad A 21-year-old woman filed a rape complaint against her fiance at Wadaj police station. The couple got engaged on Valentine's Day last year. She has accused him of raping her repeatedly after their engagement and then refusing to marry her. 'Country to lead Indian Ocean environment plan': Michael W Lodge Michael W Lodge, secretary general of the UN's International Seabed Authority (UN-ISA), on Tuesday said that India will lead regional efforts towards the environmental management plan of the Indian Ocean. More Ahmedabad News»

		Chennai
		Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission group IV results may be out in March The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission on Tuesday clarified that the Group IV examination results are likely to be published in March. More than 18 lakh candidates appeared in the Group IV examinations that was conducted on July 24, 2022. Tamil Nadu ashram, where 100 inmates were rescued, ran sans licence for 17 years Anbu Jothi Ashram, from where more than 100 inmates have been rescued, has been running for the past 17 years without a licence or any kind of official monitoring. And US resident Salim Khan had to move the Madras high court to get the authorities to act on his complaint that his father-in-law Jawahirullah was missing. That's when the horror stories of rape and torture of inmates by the ashram owner and staff came to light. Power cut in parts of Chennai today Tangedco has announced power shutdown in and around Pallavaram, East Mogappair, Tidel Park and Porur from 9 am to 2 pm for maintenance work on Wednesday. More Chennai News»

		Bangalore
		In Bengaluru, youth sets bikes outside ex-girlfriend's house afire Police are looking for a youth in his early 20s for allegedly setting on fire two motorbikes parked outside his former girlfriend's house in Subramanyapura. Aero India 2023: 'HAL's fighter trainer jet in advanced analysis stage' A team of HAL test pilots on Tuesday said that their proposed twin-seater Hindustan Lead-in Fighter Trainer (HLFT)-42 was in an advanced analysis stage and it will take four to five years to enter the final design stage. Aero India 2023: HAL removed Hanuman sticker from aircraft Defence PSU HAL on Tuesday removed a Lord Hanuman sticker from the scale model of its Hindustan Lead in Fighter Trainer (HLFT)-42, which it was showcasing for the first time at Aero India. More Bangalore News»

		Bangalore
		In Bengaluru, youth sets bikes outside ex-girlfriend's house afire Police are looking for a youth in his early 20s for allegedly setting on fire two motorbikes parked outside his former girlfriend's house in Subramanyapura. Aero India 2023: 'HAL's fighter trainer jet in advanced analysis stage' A team of HAL test pilots on Tuesday said that their proposed twin-seater Hindustan Lead-in Fighter Trainer (HLFT)-42 was in an advanced analysis stage and it will take four to five years to enter the final design stage. Aero India 2023: HAL removed Hanuman sticker from aircraft Defence PSU HAL on Tuesday removed a Lord Hanuman sticker from the scale model of its Hindustan Lead in Fighter Trainer (HLFT)-42, which it was showcasing for the first time at Aero India. More Bangalore News»

		Mumbai
		Mumbai Traffic Police to have special drive against triple-seat riding The Mumbai Traffic Police will carry out a two day campaign, starting Wednesday, against riding triple seat on a motorcycle. Borivli man booked for hoax call on explosives SSC, HSC exams: Cops, education officials gear up to bell copycats In the forthcoming SSC and HSC exams, certain subjects where maximum copying was reported in the past will have extra vigil, including visits by senior district and police officials. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		Mehrauli demolition drive: Amid debris, prayers, tears & anger As the bulldozers retreated from Mehrauli following the Delhi High Court order and the lieutenant governor's direction to cease the demolition drive for the time being, the angst-ridden residents were relieved but still wary of what the future holds for their homes. Man kills live-in partner, dumps body in fridge A 24-year old man allegedly strangled his live-in partner with a mobile phone cable and dumped her body in a refrigerator at a dhaba on the outskirts of Mitraon village in west Delhi, before getting married to another woman later that day. The victim, Nikki Yadav, 24, was living with the accused, Sahil Gehlot, at a rented house near Dwarka since the lockdown ended. HC orders status quo on DDA action till February 16 Delhi High Court on Tuesday ordered status quo till February 16 on DDA's demolition drive in Mehrauli. More Delhi News»

		Delhi
		Mehrauli demolition drive: Amid debris, prayers, tears & anger As the bulldozers retreated from Mehrauli following the Delhi High Court order and the lieutenant governor's direction to cease the demolition drive for the time being, the angst-ridden residents were relieved but still wary of what the future holds for their homes. Man kills live-in partner, dumps body in fridge A 24-year old man allegedly strangled his live-in partner with a mobile phone cable and dumped her body in a refrigerator at a dhaba on the outskirts of Mitraon village in west Delhi, before getting married to another woman later that day. The victim, Nikki Yadav, 24, was living with the accused, Sahil Gehlot, at a rented house near Dwarka since the lockdown ended. HC orders status quo on DDA action till February 16 Delhi High Court on Tuesday ordered status quo till February 16 on DDA's demolition drive in Mehrauli. More Delhi News»

		Delhi
		Mehrauli demolition drive: Amid debris, prayers, tears & anger As the bulldozers retreated from Mehrauli following the Delhi High Court order and the lieutenant governor's direction to cease the demolition drive for the time being, the angst-ridden residents were relieved but still wary of what the future holds for their homes. Man kills live-in partner, dumps body in fridge A 24-year old man allegedly strangled his live-in partner with a mobile phone cable and dumped her body in a refrigerator at a dhaba on the outskirts of Mitraon village in west Delhi, before getting married to another woman later that day. The victim, Nikki Yadav, 24, was living with the accused, Sahil Gehlot, at a rented house near Dwarka since the lockdown ended. HC orders status quo on DDA action till February 16 Delhi High Court on Tuesday ordered status quo till February 16 on DDA's demolition drive in Mehrauli. More Delhi News»

		Allahabad
		AIR to broadcast religious programmes during Kumbh 2025 At a time when several government departments have started making preparations in view of Maha Kumbh 2025, the Prasar Bharati too is preparing a comprehensive action plan to broadcast the cultural splendour of Maha Kumbh on the world stage. For this, a separate transmitter will be installed at the Sangam area which will broadcast several programmes under the station named 'Kumbhvani' throughout the day, starting from 5:15 in the morning. Man killed over monetary dispute in Pratapgarh A 58-year-old man was beaten to death and his son also sustained injuries after they were allegedly attacked by a group over some monetary dispute near Shergarh village under the limits of Kunda police station of Pratapgarh district on Tuesday. Kunda police said the deceased Jagannath Yadav, a resident of Patihar (Manikpur) along with his son Azad Singh, was on his way to Shergarh when they were allegedly attacked by Manish, Ashish and others. Police said the miscreants had assaulted the man so severely that he died at Kunda community health centre during treatment. Upon being alerted, senior police officials along with forces of two police stations rushed to the spot and carried out investigations. Two police teams have been constituted to ensure the arrest of culprits. Victim's son told police that the miscreants had an monetary dispute with his father and they also assaulted him when tried to intervene. No arrest has been made so far. Survey under Saksharta Karyakram not yet started in 36 districts of UP A major government survey under 'Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram', launched in the state to identify illiterate population over 15 years of age around 11 months ago, has not even started in 36 districts. More Allahabad News»

		Bhopal
		CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan meets martyr's dad, assures to rename road in Bhopal after his son Chief minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday met the father of martyr, Group Captain Varun Singh, a Shaurya Chakra winner, after the Times of India reported how the martyr's family is being made to run from pillar to post to ensure that the government delivers on its promise of naming a road after him. Toddler run over by garbage collection van in Bhopal's Kolar A one-and-a-half-year-old girl was allegedly run over by a BMC garbage collection van in front of her home in Kolar on Tuesday morning. The girl went out after her mother had gone to unload trash cans into the garbage van. When Aasha meets K1 from South Africa in Kuno national park, will sparks fly? One of the big questions on the minds of conservationists and the public is how Namibian and South African cheetahs get along once they are all released into Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh. Will they like each other? Will they fight? More importantly, will they mate? More Bhopal News»

		Bhubaneswar
		Ensure projects finish on time: Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik to officers Chief minister Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday asked officers to ensure development projects are implemented in shortest possible time and welfare initiatives reach the deserving beneficiaries. 50,000 students to sit for CBSE offline exams from today in Odisha After overcoming Covid challenges, students of classes X and XII of schools affiliated to Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will appear for offline examinations from Wednesday. Around 50,000 students from the state will appear for the exams. Two held for creating ruckus at Utkal University in Bhubaneswar The commissionerate police on Monday arrested two men for attacking two organisers and a guest speaker during a seminar at Utkal University here on Sunday. More Bhubaneswar News»

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