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Plasma therapy safe, effective in severe coronavirus cases, study shows

Researchers from the Houston Methodist Hospital in the US did clinical trials to transfuse plasma from recovered Covid-19 patients into critically ill patients.

Jun 4, 2020

J&K Co-op Bank ex-chairman arrested in Rs 223-crore fraud

Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Wednesday arrested the former chairman of J&K State Co-operative Bank, Mohammad Shafi Dar in a multi-crore fund fraud.

Jun 4, 2020

India's defence secretary tests positive for coronavirus; 30-35 officials home quarantined

Following unconfirmed reports of India's defence secretary being COVID-19 positive, sources have revealed that at least 35 officials from the ministry's HQ have been sent on home quarantine.

Jun 4, 2020

Major earthquake could hit Delhi as low intensity tremors continue to occur

As per National Centre for Seismology, an earthquake of magnitude 3.2 on the Richter scale struck 19 km southeast of Noida at 10.42 p.m. on Wednesday. This is the latest quake in the region, which has experienced several in the past few days.

Jun 4, 2020

US suspends all flights from Chinese airlines in retaliation to China's move

Amid the coronavirus pandemic, US airlines had suspended services to China but two of the country's air carriers - United and Delta - submitted applications last month to resume flights to China but the Civil Aviation Authority of China (CAAC) didn't authorize.

Jun 4, 2020

Vijay Mallya to be flown to India soon; to be lodged in Mumbai Arthur Road jail

The fugitive Indian businessman had lost his appeal against the extradition in UK court on May 14, leading way for Indian authorities to bring him back to the country.

Jun 3, 2020

Coronavirus list of Baramulla doctors leaked; DC allegedly reveals pregnant doctor's name

Deputy Commissioner of Baramulla G.N. Itoo allegedly confirmed the identity of a COVID-19 patient in a bid to clarify reports about a male doctor who had been tested positive was also pregnant. Revealing identity of a coronavirus patient is a punishable offence.

Jun 3, 2020

Good news for job seekers, these firms are hiring amid coronavirus pandemic

At a time when most of the companies are either cutting their workforce or announcing pay cuts, there are a few firms that are creating new opportunities for those in need of jobs.

Jun 3, 2020

J&K govt revokes Public Safety Act against Shah Faesal, 2 PDP leaders

Officials confirmed saying that the PSA detention order of Shah Faesal, Sartaj Madni and Peer Mansoor has been revoked.

Jun 3, 2020

How to get an e-pass for Kerala-Karnataka interstate travel: Check details here

The release of SOP comes in accordance with the new set of measures released by the Karnataka government on Tuesday as it enters the Phase-I of 'Unlock 1.'

Jun 3, 2020

Cyclone Nisarga spares Karnataka?

Kumar said Nisarga's actual landing is in Maharashtra and the warning was given for that state and Gujarat.

Jun 3, 2020

PM Modi's security to be upgraded, impregnable fortress 'Air India One' ready to fly soon

India had signed a deal of Rs 1,300 crore with the US for the indigenous 'Airforce One' to carry President and Prime Minister of India.

Jun 3, 2020

Pay electricity bill online in Mumbai and other parts of Maharashtra; MSEDCL process explained

Mahavitaran – MSEDCL is generating, transmitting, and distributing electricity in the states. You can pay your electricity bills both offline and online via its official website, mobile app and e-wallets like Paytm, Amazon Pay, Mobikwik, Freecharge, etc.

Jun 3, 2020

No more 'night owls' allowed to litter Bengaluru: BBMP ensures strict watch over improper waste management

BBMP Commissioner urges the public to strictly compile their garbage, including the dry litter and sanitary waste into garbage collectors.

Jun 3, 2020

Govt constructs 3.5-km-long emergency landing and runway airstrip in Kashmir's Anantnag

The airstrip was being constructed in the area although the work seemingly has no links with the current standoff in Ladakh or skirmishes with Pakistan on the LoC.

Jun 3, 2020