India

COVID hits Vaishno Devi University; 175 students test positive, contact tracing underway [details]

After closing the University, authorities conduct testing to identify infected students, staff members.

Jan 5, 2022

Heavy snowfall in J&K grounds 42 flights in Srinagar; MeT issues orange alert [details]

Chief Secretary reviews situation; doctors asked not to leave stations without proper permission.

Jan 4, 2022

Despite Omicron looming large, Sensex and Nifty close 1% higher [Roundup]

The Indian equity indices -- S&P BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty50 -- continued their gaining streak from 2021 and settled higher on Monday, the first trading session of 2022 on the back of fresh inflows of foreign funds and positive global cues.

Jan 4, 2022

After foiling two infiltration attempts, BSF revisits 'winter strategy' on International Border [details]

Taking advantage of dense fog, terrorists are desperate to infiltrate this side of the border ahead of Republic Day.

Jan 4, 2022

Fighting Omicron: If antibodies fail, T-cells can help in fight, says new study

Researchers have found that T cells - one of the body's key defences against Covid-19, can mount an effective immune response against Omicron, if antibodies fail to do that.

Jan 4, 2022

K'taka Health Minister Sudhakar says third wave of covid-19 has arrived, hints at more restrictions in Bengaluru

Karnataka Health Minister K. Sudhakar on Tuesday said that the third wave of the coronavirus has arrived in the state. The Covid positivity rate has risen from 0.4 per cent to 1.6 per cent, he added. For six months, not even 0.1 per cent cases were there.

Jan 4, 2022

RBI introduces framework for small value digital payments in offline mode, cap at Rs.2,000

The Reserve Bank of India on Monday released the framework for facilitating small value digital payments in offline mode, which does not require internet or telecom connectivity.

Jan 4, 2022

LIC assets reach a whopping $463 bn, more than GDP of several economies

LIC assets at $463 billion exceeds the GDP of several economies, and it is ranked 5th globally in terms of life insurance GWP and 10th globally in terms of total assets.

Jan 4, 2022

Mohan Babu's Letter To Film Industry Shocks Many

Mohan Babu appeals for unity in Telugu film industry, writes open letter

Actor Mohan Babu, who released a letter to convey his views on issues facing the Telugu film industry, has mentioned that the industry lacks 'unity'.

Jan 4, 2022

Apple's market cap briefly crosses record $3 trillion after 3 yrs gap; Doubled India business

The market cap of Apple finally crossed the $3-trillion mark (which is almost India's GDP), more than a year after surpassing the $2-trillion mark.

Jan 4, 2022

Amid spike in Covid cases, Punjab reimposes night curfew; Schools, colleges shut [details]

Only fully vaccinated staff to be allowed to attend government offices; the situation will be reviewed after January 15

Jan 4, 2022

Govt currency PSU mints Rs 240 crore dividend amid Covid-19

Despite Covid, Govt currency PSU mints profits, to give Rs 240 Cr as dividend

Businesses around the world were struggling to cope up with running losses amid the pandemic, but the government mint was able to pay Rs 240 crore dividend to the government, an official statement said on Monday.

Jan 4, 2022

All India Radio's "News On Air" makes waves in Fiji, overtakes US in live-stream global rankings

Fiji has moved ahead of the US to become the country (excluding India) where All India Radio (AIR) live-streams on 'News On Air' app are most popular.

Jan 4, 2022

Story of Simdega, where sons and daughters playing hockey with bamboo roots and vine balls reach the Olympics and bury the flag of victory.

Hockey runs in their veins despite poor infrastructure and rising militancy in this Jharkhand district

There are still several villages in Simdega district of Jharkhand that have no electricity but the passion of hockey runs high in the heart of the people residing there. Not very long ago, the sound of gunshots were heard often. But with the advent of the new year, a new and positive change also came along.

Jan 4, 2022

Visiting Taj Mahal? Book tickets online as offline sale stopped due to Omicron scare

Ticket windows for a visit to the Taj Mahal in Agra have been closed in view of rising number of Covid cases.

Jan 4, 2022

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India

COVID hits Vaishno Devi University; 175 students test positive, contact tracing underway [details]

Heavy snowfall in J&K grounds 42 flights in Srinagar; MeT issues orange alert [details]

Despite Omicron looming large, Sensex and Nifty close 1% higher [Roundup]

After foiling two infiltration attempts, BSF revisits 'winter strategy' on International Border [details]

Fighting Omicron: If antibodies fail, T-cells can help in fight, says new study

K'taka Health Minister Sudhakar says third wave of covid-19 has arrived, hints at more restrictions in Bengaluru

RBI introduces framework for small value digital payments in offline mode, cap at Rs.2,000

LIC assets reach a whopping $463 bn, more than GDP of several economies

Mohan Babu appeals for unity in Telugu film industry, writes open letter

Apple's market cap briefly crosses record $3 trillion after 3 yrs gap; Doubled India business

Amid spike in Covid cases, Punjab reimposes night curfew; Schools, colleges shut [details]

Despite Covid, Govt currency PSU mints profits, to give Rs 240 Cr as dividend

All India Radio's "News On Air" makes waves in Fiji, overtakes US in live-stream global rankings

Hockey runs in their veins despite poor infrastructure and rising militancy in this Jharkhand district

Visiting Taj Mahal? Book tickets online as offline sale stopped due to Omicron scare

Indian Sellers up in arms over FOPNL

HP poll verdict: Congress regains Himachal, Jairam Thakur retains his seat; Who'll be the next CM? [details]

Gujarat: BJP gets 53.33% vote share as AAP emerges national party with 12% snatched from Congress