Srivats Venkat Lakshman

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An aircraft of India's Jet Airways lands

India puts local carriers ahead of Chinese airlines on Indo-China flight routes

Chinese carriers currently hold 83 percent of all flights between India and China. The Indian government rejected a request from China to increase the number following staunch opposition from local carriers.

Jul 7, 2018

Bengaluru cop's bravery rewarded with honeymoon package

Venkatesh rewarded for catching a mobile thief on Sarjapur road despite sustaining injuries. The Police department has rewarded him with a honeymoon package to Kerala.

Jul 7, 2018

A women's car set on fire by two men who opposed to her drivng

Saudi women driving: Unhappy with ban being scrapped, men in Saudi set woman's car on fire

The women in Saudi might be one step closer in their fight for equality but looks like they still have a long way to go, for a country that is still often referred to as backward.

Jul 7, 2018

Cryptocurrency finds a new home with Swiss stock exchange

The Swiss stock exchange has announced plans to roll out a new cryptocurrency exchange as it hails a 'new era for capital markets'.

Jul 6, 2018

Netflix Premium service gets bumped down with new and pricier 'Ultra' tier

Netflix has begun testing the new 'Ultra' plan globally that offers the same features as Premium. With the new tier priced higher than Premium, the latter will be limited to just 2 screens.

Jul 6, 2018

Netizens rejoice while artists lament as EU Parliament rejects controversial copyright law

318 members of European Parliament voted against implementing the Copyright Directive. While it would have protected the right of artists and musicians with original content, the law would also have stifled the sharing of articles and memes on social networking platforms.

Jul 6, 2018

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A unified transport body might end public transit woes in Bengaluru

A draft bill proposing The Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority for Bengaluru is currently being prepared. If it becomes law, it would integrate all public transport systems to one single authority and simplify public transport.

Jul 5, 2018

Asian Games 2018: India announces 524-member contingent for Jakarta multi-sport event

The Indian Olympic Association has named a 524-member contingent for the upcoming Asian Games where the country will take part in 36 sports disciplines.

Jul 4, 2018

Aaron Finch smashes record T20I score against Zimbabwe in Harare

The Australian opener smashed 172, the highest individual score in men's T20Is, bettering his own total of 156, as his side took control of a tri-series encounter against the hosts.

Jul 3, 2018

Trump trade war: Is US exiting World Trade Organisation?

Draft legislation by the Trump administration shows that the United States may violate two basic rules of the World Trade Organisation, indicating Trump's plans to leave the UN body.

Jul 3, 2018

iOS 12 beta review: Much-needed refinement with lots of promises

After testing Apple's iOS 12 public beta 1, it is clear that the company is heading in a bold new direction, all while ensuring that older customers aren't left behind. Here's whats great, and what isn't on the beta on iPad.

Jun 30, 2018

Amazon, Pepsi appeal to Maharashtra government over plastic ban

Companies want the government to relax rules, allow implementation of the ban in phases so that they have time to come up with alternatives.

Jun 30, 2018

Vijay Mallya's jet sold on fourth attempt for Rs 35 Crore

US firm Aviation Management Sales bought the Bengaluru businessman's Airbus A319 after it was auctioned for the fourth time.

Jun 30, 2018

An Indian pedestrian jumps a puddle of water as he crosses the road after copious rains in Bangalore

Bengaluru potholes: BBMP undeterred by failed projects as it plans new ways to fix roads

The civic body has announced it will attempt a new technique called micro-surfacing on Cubbon Road to improve the quality and life of roads in the city. The technique will make roads waterproof and is expected to help avoid skidding.

Jun 29, 2018

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg speaks at Facebook Inc's annual F8 developers conference in San Jose

Data privacy in California gets a big boost with new law; will other states follow?

The new digital privacy law will give consumers more control over their digital data. It is the toughest crackdown on misuse of personal data in the United States.

Jun 29, 2018

Nikki Haley warns Pakistan; says US won't tolerate terror safe haven for terrorists

The American envoy to the UN praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for free trade in the Indo-Pacific region.

Jun 28, 2018

Who says one time is enough? Cdr Tomy prepares for second solo circumnavigation

Commander Abhilash Tomy was a special invitee for the 30,000-mile Golden Globe Race. He plans to circumnavigate the globe in 311 days, competing with 18 other sailors. The race is being held on the 50th anniversary of the last race.

Jun 28, 2018

India begin UK tour with big win, crush Ireland in 1st T20I

Lead by Rohit Sharma's 97, the men in blue began their tour with a big win over Ireland, beating the hosts by 76 runs. Yadav was the pick of the bowlers, with 4-21 his carer-best in T20I.

Jun 28, 2018

Centre scraps UGC, AICTE for new reforms in Higher Education

The Modi government has announced plans to offer more autonomy for private universities with new reforms, UGC and AICTE to be scrapped in favour of a single new institution.

Jun 27, 2018

India no longer home to the most poor: 44 Indians escape extreme poverty every minute

A new study by Brookings finds India drop to 3rd position in the number of people living in poverty. Country expected to eradicate extreme poverty by 2030.

Jun 27, 2018

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Articles by Srivats Venkat Lakshman

India puts local carriers ahead of Chinese airlines on Indo-China flight routes

Bengaluru cop's bravery rewarded with honeymoon package

Saudi women driving: Unhappy with ban being scrapped, men in Saudi set woman's car on fire

Cryptocurrency finds a new home with Swiss stock exchange

Netflix Premium service gets bumped down with new and pricier 'Ultra' tier

Netizens rejoice while artists lament as EU Parliament rejects controversial copyright law

A unified transport body might end public transit woes in Bengaluru

Asian Games 2018: India announces 524-member contingent for Jakarta multi-sport event

Aaron Finch smashes record T20I score against Zimbabwe in Harare

Trump trade war: Is US exiting World Trade Organisation?

iOS 12 beta review: Much-needed refinement with lots of promises

Amazon, Pepsi appeal to Maharashtra government over plastic ban

Vijay Mallya's jet sold on fourth attempt for Rs 35 Crore

Bengaluru potholes: BBMP undeterred by failed projects as it plans new ways to fix roads

Data privacy in California gets a big boost with new law; will other states follow?

Nikki Haley warns Pakistan; says US won't tolerate terror safe haven for terrorists

Who says one time is enough? Cdr Tomy prepares for second solo circumnavigation

India begin UK tour with big win, crush Ireland in 1st T20I

Centre scraps UGC, AICTE for new reforms in Higher Education

India no longer home to the most poor: 44 Indians escape extreme poverty every minute

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

Ranbir Kapoor's fans burst crackers inside theatres during Animal screening; fans say 'low budget Salman Khan' fans'