India

Covid deaths cross 33K-mark in Karnataka, Covid caseload tops 27.7 lakh

On the Covid tracker, Karnataka came in second after Maharashtra, with 33,000 deaths related to the virus. Bengaluru is the epicentre of the pandemic in the state. The state's optimism level has dropped to 4.56 percent.

Jun 15, 2021

Bengaluru unlocks but citizens told to be vigilant about Covid third wave

In Bengaluru, many business activity have resumed, luring migrant labour. As the lockdown was partially lifted, city municipal body leader Gaurav Gupta urged locals to be vigilant about the Covid threat.

Jun 15, 2021

Bharat Biotech commences dispatch of 25 lakh 'Covaxin' doses to 22 cities

CISF takes over security of Covaxin-maker Bharat Biotech

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) on Monday took over the security of Bharat Biotech International Ltd's facility to protect it against any terror threat or sabotage that may lead to a biological disaster.

Jun 15, 2021

UP: Boyfriend, two others kill student for resisting rape

After resisting a rape attempt, a first-year B.Sc student was stabbed 24 times by her boyfriend and two pals. The police have also arrested Akash Yadav and Vishal Kashyap, as well as Mohammed Kaif, the deceased's friend.

Jun 15, 2021

Mehul Choksi still an Indian citizen, asserts India

The Indian authorities have described fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi, who is wanted in India in the Rs 13,500 crore Punjab National Bank (PNB) fraud case as an Indian citizen in its affidavit filed in Dominican High Court, saying that his application for renunciation of citizenship was "rejected".

Jun 15, 2021

India registers 60K Covid cases in 24 hrs, lowest since March 29; Global caseload at 176mn

India's Covid caseload continued to fall with the country recording 60,461 new cases, lowest since March 29 and 2,726 fatalities due to the virus in the last 24 hours, according to data released by the Union Health and Family Welfare Ministry on Tuesday.

Jun 15, 2021

Locals showing certificates after getting second dose of vaccination in Ladakh

Ladakh eases COVID restrictions; only 17 new cases in last 24 hours, recovery rate reaches 94% [details]

The District Administration Leh has amended the previous roster prepared regarding commercial activities, allowing essential services to remain during the day for a few hours.

Jun 14, 2021

Nani holds the clapboard for his sister's directorial Meet Cute

Meet Cute: Nani's sister Deepthi Ganta debuts as director; actor gives warm welcome [photos]

Actor Nani co-produces his sister's debut flick with stylist Prashanti Tipirneni. Titled 'Meet Cute', the movie is touted to be a female-centric one, directed by Nani's sister Deepthi Ganta.

Jun 14, 2021

Monsoon arrives early in J&K, Ladakh; leaves agri experts worried [here's why]

A possible 'dry spell' may cause a drought-like situation in rainfed areas of two UTs.

Jun 14, 2021

Taapsee Pannu: Touring Moscow, Haseen Dilruba actress wishes return to normal life again

On Instagram, Taapsee Pannu, who is now touring Moscow awaiting the release of her new mystery film "Haseen Dilruba," expressed her desire to return to "normalcy" amid the pandemic

Jun 14, 2021

More than 26.68 Crore vaccine doses provided to States, UTs: Centre

More than 1.40 crore doses still available with States/UTs to be administered

Jun 14, 2021

Covid Death or Honour killing? Meerut police file FIR against girl's family members

Thirteen days after a newlywed woman died, her parents claimed that she had succumbed to Covid. Now, the Meerut police has exhumed her body and pressed murder charges against her family.

Jun 14, 2021

3D Covid Masks: Pune-based firm comes up with new masks coated with anti-viral agents

An integration of 3D printing and pharmaceuticals has resulted in a novel type of mask which attacks the virus when viral particles come in contact with it. Developed by Pune-based start-up firm Thincr Technologies India Private Limited, these masks are coated with anti-viral agents known otherwise as virucides.

Jun 14, 2021

Oil Minister defends high fuel prices, says Govt spending more on welfare, Covid vax

Accepting that high fuel prices have been a cause of difficulty to the general public, Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan defended it citing the huge surge in the government expenditure owing to welfare schemes and vaccination coverage amid the pandemic

Jun 14, 2021

Ram temple trust denies allegations of fraud in land purchase

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has strongly denied allegations of corruption levelled by opposition parties, in land purchase.

Jun 14, 2021

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India

Covid deaths cross 33K-mark in Karnataka, Covid caseload tops 27.7 lakh

Bengaluru unlocks but citizens told to be vigilant about Covid third wave

CISF takes over security of Covaxin-maker Bharat Biotech

UP: Boyfriend, two others kill student for resisting rape

Mehul Choksi still an Indian citizen, asserts India

India registers 60K Covid cases in 24 hrs, lowest since March 29; Global caseload at 176mn

Ladakh eases COVID restrictions; only 17 new cases in last 24 hours, recovery rate reaches 94% [details]

Meet Cute: Nani's sister Deepthi Ganta debuts as director; actor gives warm welcome [photos]

Monsoon arrives early in J&K, Ladakh; leaves agri experts worried [here's why]

Taapsee Pannu: Touring Moscow, Haseen Dilruba actress wishes return to normal life again

More than 26.68 Crore vaccine doses provided to States, UTs: Centre

Covid Death or Honour killing? Meerut police file FIR against girl's family members

3D Covid Masks: Pune-based firm comes up with new masks coated with anti-viral agents

Oil Minister defends high fuel prices, says Govt spending more on welfare, Covid vax

Ram temple trust denies allegations of fraud in land purchase

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