Opinion, Reporters diary, 22nd Jan 2018, News & Stories from India

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Opinion Reporter\'s Diary 22 Jan 2018

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The richest 1 per cent in India cornered 73 per cent of the wealth generated in the country last year, a new survey showed on Monday, presenting a worrying picture of rising income inequality. (Photo: File)

India's richest 1 pc cornered 73 pc of wealth generated in 2017: Survey

Survey shows wealth of India's richest 1 per cent increased by over Rs 20.9 lakh crore during 2017.

22 Jan 2018 1:15 PM

Dulquer Salmaan to romance Sonam Kapoor in the film adaptation of The Zoya Factor?

In August last year, Sonam had put out a tweet where she confirmed her part of the project.

22 Jan 2018 1:12 PM

The 28-year-old took to Twitter to say she was "tired of educating kids about sex" and shared the explicit messages she received from teens. (Photo: Pixabay)

Porn star outraged for being requested for naked selfies from 12-year-olds

French adult film actress blasts parents for not informing children properly when it comes to sex education

22 Jan 2018 1:11 PM

ICICI Bank chief Chanda Kochhar. (Photo: File)

India's economy turning around, GDP to clock 7 pc in H2: Kochhar

ICICI Bank chief said the full fiscal GDP growth for 2017-18 should also be in excess of 6.5 per cent.

22 Jan 2018 1:08 PM

It was unclear whether there would be enough Democratic votes on Monday to advance a temporary spending bill. (Photo: AP/File)

US govt shut for 3rd day as Senate fails to clinch deal

The Senate set a vote for 12 pm on Monday on advancing a measure to provide temporary govt funding through Feb 8 and end the shutdown.

22 Jan 2018 1:08 PM

At a rally at Atpadi, Anna Hazare said he has no intention of garnering votes through his rallies and agitations. He said he believes there will be a similar agitation on farmers' issues. (Photo: File)

Wrote to Modi 30 times, never replied due to his ego: Anna Hazare

Hazare said he has written over 30 letters to Modi in last three years but he never replied to them.

22 Jan 2018 1:05 PM

After Batti Gul Meter Chaalu, Imtiaz’s next, Shahid unites with top production house

Shahid Kapoor, soon going to be seen as Maharawal Ratan Singh in 'Padmaavat', seems to be on a roll.

22 Jan 2018 12:59 PM

Delhi Chief Minister and AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal said, 'There was some logic when God gave us 67 seats. The Almighty stood behind us in our every step. Otherwise we would have been nothing... Just don't stray away from the path of truth.' (Photo: File/PTI)

Constitutional authorities behaving like handmaidens of Centre: AAP

Cong alleged there was a deal between BJP and AAP due to which EC delayed disqualification recommendation by a month.

22 Jan 2018 12:56 PM

There was a pan-India look out for Abdul Subhan Qureshi, also known as Kasim, for the last few years. (Photo: File)

2008 Guj blasts mastermind aka 'India's Bin Laden' held in Delhi

Abdul Subhan Qureshi of Indian Mujahideen was nabbed after a brief exchange of fire with the police.

22 Jan 2018 12:45 PM

FPIs going ahead would be to see growth coming back in the domestic economy

FPIs net inflow at Rs 8,700 cr in capital markets in Jan so far

FPIs infused in a net amount of Rs 5,769 crore in equities and Rs 2,940 crore in debt markets during January 1-19.

22 Jan 2018 12:36 PM

'A Kid Like Jake' was the second Hollywood film Priyanka Chopra had signed.

Priyanka's A Kid Like Jake goes to Sundance Film Festival, actress proud of it

The actress says the film breaks down the barriers of being socially correct, and encourages one to embrace qualities making them unique.

22 Jan 2018 12:35 PM

The broader Nifty trading above the key 10,900 level at 10,905.40, up by 10.70 points or 0.10 per cent.

Sensex range-bound in late-morning trade, Nifty above 10,900

BSE Sensex trading higher 112.27 points or 0.32 per cent to trade at 35,623.85.

22 Jan 2018 12:31 PM

Oxytocin acts like a modulator in the brain, turning up the volume of certain stimuli while turning others down. (Photo: Pixabay)

'Love hormone' helps us understand social cues

Understanding oxytocin and molecules like it may shed light on a number of brain disorders.

22 Jan 2018 12:29 PM

Arrhythmias which in other words could be called irregular heartbeats, fluttering, palpitations, and so on, can put you in grave danger. (Photo: Pixabay)

When palpitations lead to cardiac arrest

The functioning of our heart depends on the electric activities which creates the necessary impulses causing the heart to beat, pump blood.

22 Jan 2018 12:15 PM

Shares of ONGC opened on a bullish note at Rs 199, then surged 6.40 per cent to an early high of Rs 206 on BSE.

ONGC stock jumps 6 pc on 51.11 pc stake acquisition in HPCL

ONGC will pay Rs 473.97 per share for 77.8 crore shares of government in HPCL.

22 Jan 2018 11:24 AM

Overall, in the last 12 months, TCS have recruited 59,700 employees, which includes 12,700 recruited outside India.

Over 20 pc of TCS' hiring in last 12 months was outside India

In Oct-Dec 2017 quarter alone, Mumbai- headquartered firm recruited almost 3,000 people from outside India.

22 Jan 2018 11:09 AM

'Padmaavat' has been embroiled in controversies ever before the shooting started.

SC to hear Rajasthan, MP pleas against 'Padmaavat' release tomorrow

The court has agreed to hear on Tuesday the plea against the movie which is set to be released on January 25.

22 Jan 2018 11:08 AM

Epilepsy associated with brain volume differences: Study

Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that affects 0.6-1.5% of the global population, comprising many different syndromes and conditions.

22 Jan 2018 11:08 AM

Research shows that winter brings with it double threat to eye damage. (Photo: Pixabay)

Reasons to wear sunglasses in winter

Sun rays can still carry the same UVA and UVB rays as they do in summers and in snowy regions.

22 Jan 2018 10:59 AM

The economy now has a clear runway for growth.

India's fiscal deficit may widen to 3.5 pc in FY19: report

Indian economy is expected to remain on a recovery path, and is likely to improve to 7.5 per cent in 2018-19.

22 Jan 2018 10:57 AM

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