India

Bajaj Auto unions demand factory halt after 250 workers catch coronavirus

The company said on June 26 that 140 of the roughly 8,000 staff at the factory had caught the virus and two had died.

Jul 5, 2020

India to reopen Taj Mahal from Monday with social distancing, masks

Only 5,000 tourists will be allowed in a day, split into two groups, a far cry from peak levels of 80,000 a day who would swarm the mausoleum built in the northern city of Agra by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan for his wife, in a 22-year effort.

Jul 5, 2020

Bengaluru: Malleswaram police station sealed; constable, guard test Covid-19 positive

A police station was sealed in Bengaluru's Malleswaram after a constable and a home guard tested coronavirus positive.

Jul 5, 2020

Kanpur shootout: Cop killer and Vikas Dubey's accomplice held

According to SSP Kanpur Dinesh Kumar, Daya Shankar Agnihotri, 42, was intercepted by the police around 4.40 a.m. in Kalyanpur area.

Jul 5, 2020

Mohanlal's Drishyam 2 and Suresh Gopi's Kaaval: Can audiences enjoy theatrical experience of these movies

As theaters remain closed due to coronavirus scare, many producers are thinking to release their movies on OTT platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime.

Jul 5, 2020

Now, retired Gorkhas to get J&K domicile certificates

In the past week, the Jammu and Kashmir authorities have begun issuing domicile status certificates and of the 6,600 applications approved the majority belong to retired soldiers from the Gorkha community.

Jul 5, 2020

Arshad Warsi calls Adani 'highway robber' after paying Rs 1 lakh electricity bill

Arshad Warsi was shocked after Rs 1.03 lakh was deducted from his account for the electricity bill.

Jul 5, 2020

Guru Purnima 2020: Quotes to express gratitude to your teachers on the auspicious day

On Guru Purnima, one expresses gratitude to their teachers and guides. Here are some of the popular quotes that capture the essence of the auspicious day.

Jul 5, 2020

Hyderabad hospital holds Covid positive dead body at ransom

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Hyderabad hospital holds Covid victim's body at ransom, kin fail to pay dues

MBT's Amjed Ullah Khan has requested Telangana IT Minister KT Rama Rao and Health Minister Eatala Rajender to step in and see that Mohammed Abbas Ali's body is handed over to his family immediately.

Jul 5, 2020

Guru Purnima 2020 significance: All you need to know about the auspicious day

In 2020, Guru Purnima also known as Vyasa Purnima is being celebrated as per the Hindu calendar on the full moon day on 5th July. The day marks the birth of renowned sage Ved Vyasa.

Jul 5, 2020

Why Kerala govt dismisses coronavirus community spread despite warning and assurance from IMA

Talking about coronavirus spread in Kerala, minister Kadakampally Surendran revealed that the state's capital is currently on the top of a volcano which may erupt anytime soon.

Jul 5, 2020

Pulwama IED blast: CRPF convoy attacked in Kashmir, 1 injured

A CRPF trooper of 182 Battalions CRPF sustained minor injuries following an IED attack. However, his condition is now stable.

Jul 5, 2020

It takes 18 months to develop good vaccine: Ex-ICMR chief

Ex-ICMR Chief NK Ganguly spoke about vaccine development and the process even in the fast track. He elaborated that it may be difficult to say if the vaccine will be successful.

Jul 5, 2020

Dharavi showed the way in containing COVID-19; braved 100 days in isolation

Once the worst coronavirus pandemic-hit areas of Mumbai, Dharavi has now emerged as a model for the rest of the city as it has successfully curbed the transmission of the fatal virus.

Jul 4, 2020