This couple found love at sex change clinic, wants to help others with gender disorder
After finding love at a Mumbai sex-change clinic, the trans-sexual couple wants to help others who are suffering from gender identity disorder (GID), or gender dysphoria. Gender dysphoria is a condition where there is a conflict between a person’s physical or assigned gender and the gender with which they identify. Those suffering with GID feel “trapped’ in their gender and have strong feelings of identification with the opposite sex, leading to emotional and mental trauma. To reach out to such people, the couple has started a close-knit Facebook group where people can reach out to each other. Also, there are a lot of quacks who offer illegal means of gender change surgeries such as castration.
Source:Hindustan Times
August 22, 2017 08:49 UTC
Reversing campaign pledge, Trump commits to open-ended stay in Afghanistan
We are killing terrorists,” he said in a prime-time televised address at a military base outside Washington. The Taliban swiftly condemned Trump's decision to keep American troops in Afghanistan without a withdrawal timetable, vowing to continue “jihad” until all US soldiers are gone. Trump insisted through the speech that the Afghan government, Pakistan, India, and NATO allies step up their own commitment to resolving the 16-year conflict. The Taliban government was overthrown by US-backed Afghan forces in late 2001 but US forces have been bogged down there ever since. The speech came after a months-long review of US policy in which Trump frequently tangled with his top advisers.
Source:The Telegraph
August 22, 2017 08:48 UTC
Vijay Deverakonda on lip-lock in Arjun Reddy: Had no qualms about it
Actor Vijay Deverakonda says he didn't have any uncertainty about the lip-lock sequence in his forthcoming Telugu romantic drama Arjun Reddy as it was very essential for the film. The makers have used the lip-lock scene as a marketing ploy to create good pre-release buzz. This is the story of my character Arjun Reddy, who is in love and he expresses his affection through a kiss. We have included the lip-lock scene because the story demanded it," Vijay told IANS. Earlier this week, Senior Congress leader V Hanumantha Rao tore the poster of Arjun Reddy.
Source:India Today
August 22, 2017 08:48 UTC
Supreme Court sets aside triple talaq as unconstitutional, against Quran
New Delhi, Aug. 22 (Agencies): The Supreme Court on Tuesday set aside the Muslim practice of quick divorce through triple talaq, ruling that it was void, illegal and unconstitutional, and against the basic tenets of the Quran. Muslim women say they have been left destitute by husbands divorcing them through ”triple talaq”, including by Skype and WhatsApp. The majority verdict said any practice including triple talaq which is against the tenets of Quran is unacceptable. Triple talaq is banned in several Muslim countries, including in neighbouring Pakistan and conservative Saudi Arabia. The petitioners had claimed that the practice of 'triple talaq' was unconstitutional.
Source:The Telegraph
August 22, 2017 08:48 UTC
Micromax says will get its volume leadership back
Photo: BloombergNew Delhi: Homegrown handset major Micromax is making an aggressive comeback in the Indian market, aiming to get its “volume leadership” back as it fends off Chinese rivals like Vivo, Oppo and Xiaomi. The dust is now settling down and this is the right time to bring out what Micromax is known for—innovation,” Micromax co- founder Rahul Sharma told PTI. “We will continue to build on this and get back to the volume leadership that we held till the end of last year. At the end of December 2016 quarter, Micromax had 8.8% share of the smartphone market and ranked third after Samsung and Lenovo. The device features 18:9 display smartphone that is currently available in high-end devices like Samsung S8 and LG G6.
Source:Mint
August 22, 2017 08:48 UTC
Gold slips by Rs 150; silver below Rs 40K-mark
Gold prices declined by Rs 150 to Rs 29,800 per ten gram at the bullion market today, tracking a weak trend overseas amid muted demand from local jewellers. Silver followed suit and slipped below the Rs 40,000- level by falling Rs 100 to Rs 39,900 per kg due to reduced offtake by industrial units and coin makers. In the national capital, gold of 99.9 per cent and 99.5 per cent purity fell by Rs 150 each to Rs 29,800 and Rs 29,650 per ten gram, respectively. Following gold, silver ready declined by Rs 100 to Rs 39,900 per kg, while weekly-based delivery edged up by Rs 15 to Rs 38,895 per kg. Silver coins, however, held steady trend at Rs 73,000 for buying and Rs 74,000 for selling of 100 pieces.
Source:dna
August 22, 2017 08:48 UTC
Live score, World badminton championships: PV Sindhu defeats Kim Hyo Min
PV Sindhu opened her campaign in the BWF world badminton championships in Glasgow today with a win against Korea’s Kim Hyo Min. Follow live score and live updates of PV Sindhu vs Kim Hyo Min here. 6:34 PM IST: PV Sindhu has gotten off to a flying start here, winning 8 points on the trot. 6:07 PM IST: PV Sindhu and Kim Hyo Min have clashed four times previously, with Sindhu walking out victorious three times. But all eyes will on PV Sindhu, who won world badminton championships bronze medals in 2013 and 2014.
Source:Hindustan Times
August 22, 2017 08:43 UTC
Ban on triple talaq will grant equality to Muslim women: PM Narendra Modi
It grants equality to Muslim women and is a powerful measure for women empowerment," PM Modi said. In his Independence Day speech, PM Modi had praised Muslim women battling the practice of triple talaq and said the entire country supports them. This is the victory of basic Constitutional rights of Muslim women and their right to live with equality," Shah said. TRIPLE TALAQ ILLEGAL: SUPREME COURTThe Supreme Court by a majority verdict today set aside the practice of divorce through triple talaq among Muslims, saying the practice was void, illegal and unconstitutional. ALSO READ:Supreme Court has banned instant triple talaq, not triple talaqIn landmark verdict, instant triple talaq declared illegal by Supreme CourtExposed: How maulvis take money for one-night stand with divorced women trying to save marriagePM Narendra Modi commends Muslim women fighting triple talaqTriple talaq: How it affects lives of India's 90 million Muslim womenWATCH: Supreme Court strikes down instant triple talaq, says practice is unconstitutional
Source:India Today
August 22, 2017 08:37 UTC
China defends ally Pakistan after Donald Trump says US can't be silent on safe havens for terrorists
Highlights 1 China defends Pakistan after Trump's criticism. 2 Pakistan was on the front line in the struggle against terrorism: China3 China and Pakistan consider each other all-weather friends. China defended its ally Pakistan on Tuesday after US President Donald Trump said the United States could no longer be silent about Pakistan's "safe havens" for militants and warned it had much to lose by continuing to "harbour terrorists". Trump insisted that others - the Afghan government, Pakistan, India and NATO allies - step up their own commitment to resolving the 16-year conflict, but he saved his sharpest words for Pakistan. Critics say Pakistan sees militants such as the Taliban as useful tools to limit the influence of old rival India.
Source:India Today
August 22, 2017 08:26 UTC
Epic reactions to Triple Talaq verdict on Twitter that went viral
— Ramesh Srivats (@rameshsrivats) August 22, 2017Unconstitutional, unconstitutional, unconstitutional: Supreme Court strikes off #TripleTalaq — Khushi (@Khushi_Beee) August 22, 2017#TripleTalaq is that uncle dancing vulgarly at a wedding. — asmakhan pathan (@PathanAsmakhan) August 21, 2017Just hope to see Justice prevailing over barbaric customs & tradition against helpless Muslim women #TripleTalaq pic.twitter.com/F3HYJdnhPS — Adv. — The-Lying-Lama (@KyaUkhaadLega) August 22, 2017More frightening is that two Supreme court judges, the country's most wise & experienced, deem #TripleTalaq perfectly valid. otherwise they shd also allow Muslim women to have 4 husband. The reactions to the entire ruling ranged from relief to humour to anger to even fear mongering.Here are some of the most epic reactions that we came across on Twitter.Talaq Talaq Talaq to Triple Talaq by 3 judges.
Source:Times of India
August 22, 2017 08:26 UTC
Capital Float raises $45 mn from Ribbit Capital, others
Digital lending platform Capital Float announced today that it has raised USD 45 million or approximately Rs 293 crores in a Series C equity funding. The round was led by Silicon Valley-based Ribbit Capital, with participation from existing investors SAIF Partners, Sequoia India and Creation Investments, Capital Float said in a statement. This brings the total amount of fresh capital raised in the last 12 months to over USD 112 million or about Rs 730 crores. "We are growing at an exciting pace, currently originating over Rs 200 crores in disbursals every month. Capital Float will utilise these funds to increase its geographic footprint, improve customer experience and launch a new set of innovative credit products for SMEs across India, it said.
Source:dna
August 22, 2017 08:26 UTC
Poppy husk worth Rs 1.5 cr seized in MP
The police have seized poppy husk worth about Rs 1.5 crore being transported illegally in a truck in the district, an official said today. During a search, the police found 105 bags carrying poppy husk placed in the truck between sacks of de-oiled cakes of soyabean. The seized poppy husk weighed over 26 quintals and was worth around Rs 1.5 crore, he said. A search has been launched for the absconding truck driver, the police official added. (This article has not been edited by DNA's editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.)
Source:dna
August 22, 2017 08:15 UTC
Parties welcome SC verdict on triple talaq
"We welcome the Supreme Court verdict on triple talaq and urge the central government to enact a law soon. Traditions like Triple Talaq are like mental and social harrassment of our sisters and daughters and are an impediment in the progress of modern Indian society," Chouhan said on twitter. "Chief Justice has given an astute order; Stayed Triple Talaq for six months and asked Parliament to get off its backsides and legislate," Swamy said on Twitter. "The Supreme Court has upheld the stand taken by the government of India that triple talaq is unconstitutional and discriminatory," he said. The Supreme Court, in a landmark verdict, today set aside the practice of divorce through triple talaq among Muslims saying it was "void", "illegal" and "unconstitutional".
Source:India Today
August 22, 2017 08:03 UTC
Supreme Court has banned instant triple talaq, not triple talaq
2 Instant triple talaq happens when the husband says 'talaq' thrice. Instant triple talaq (or talaq-e-biddat) happens when the husband spells out the word 'talaq' (divorce) three times in one instance - either in a single sitting, or through phone, email, or text messages. Instant triple talaq has been looked down upon even by the Quran and Hadith (the sayings of Prophet Muhammad), and is banned in most Muslim-majority countries. Under this form of triple talaq, the husband says the first 'talaq' and can only say the second time in the next lunar cycle. Credit: NewsflicksAlso Read:In landmark verdict, instant triple talaq declared illegal by SC, Parliament asked to make law within 6 monthsIf Islamic nations can, why can't India: What Supreme Court said banning triple talaqWATCH: Supreme Court strikes down instant triple talaq, says practice is unconstitutional
Source:India Today
August 22, 2017 08:03 UTC
Hyundai Verna 2017: Hyundai launches 2017 Verna at introductory starting price of Rs 7.99 lakh
Our first drive review will come up shortly... https://t.co/INXinjUyMo — Shubhodeep (@ShubhodeepTOI) 1503389469000NEW DELHI: Hyundai on Tuesday launched the 2017 Verna at a starting price of Rs 7.99 lakh for petrol and Rs 9.19 lakh for diesel. The 16-inch diamond-cut alloys further enhance the looks.On the inside, the car now comes with ventilated front seats - a first in this segment. A seven-inch infotainment system with IPS display on the top end now comes equipped with MirrorLink, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The petrol has a power output of 123 Ps and 15.4 KGM of torque while the figures for the diesel stand at 128 Ps and 26.5 KGM. The company claims the fuel efficiency has also gone up - petrol automatic to 15.92kmpl, petrol manual to 17.70kmpl, diesel automatic to 21.02kmpl and diesel manual to 24.75kmpl.
Source:Times of India
August 22, 2017 07:58 UTC