India

Centre asks states to increase RT-PCR tests, surveillance | Details inside

In view of resurgence of Covid infections in as many as six Indian states, the Union Health Ministry on Sunday has advised all the states and union territories to improve RT-PCR testing while putting refocus on surveillance and containment measures as well.

Feb 21, 2021

CBI summons TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee's wife in coal smuggling case

In a surprise action ahead of the West Bengal Assembly polls, a CBI team arrived at the Kolkata residence of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's nephew Abhishek Banerjee to question his wife in the coal scam case.

Feb 21, 2021

No 'Ganga Aarti' without permission now | Detail inside

Social organisations and even individuals, performing 'Ganga Aarti' at various ghats will now have to get registered with the Varanasi Municipal Corporation (VMC).

Feb 21, 2021

Sharif Chacha, who cremated over 25,000 unclaimed bodies, is on death bed awaiting promised Padma Shri award

It has been over a year since he received a letter from the Government of India saying he'll be honoured with the Padma Shri. The award too is yet to come

Feb 21, 2021

"Pishi jao": BJP campaign slogan against Mamata Banerjee gets Bella Ciao spin | Watch

The BJP has come up with its own slogan for its campaign to convey the point that "Bengal wants freedom from Didi" launching an animated video called "Pishi Jao" (Aunty, leave).

Feb 21, 2021

PM Modi addresses BJP top brass ahead of assembly polls in 5 states

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday will address a meeting of the BJP's national office-bearers in the national capital's NDMC convention centre.

Feb 21, 2021

Karnataka CET examinations will be held on July 7 and 8 | Details inside

Karnataka Examination Authority will conduct the Common Entrance Test (CET) for professional courses on July 7 and 8, Deputy Chief Minister C.N. Ashwath Narayan said on Saturday.

Feb 21, 2021

Samantha Akkineni in awe of "Pitta Kathalu"; praises Nandini Reddy [see reaction]

Samantha Akkineni compliments her friend Nandini Reddy for her directorial in Netflix's anthology movie 'Pitta Kathalu'. Pitta Kathalu is now streaming on Netflix.

Feb 20, 2021

Nani's Tuck Jagadish motion poster grabs good hype; teaser release date confirmed

Termed as the natural star of Telugu movies, Nani is a well-known actor. With a couple of movies in his kitty, Nani is all set to entertain the Telugu audience with his upcoming movie titled Tuck Jagadish.

Feb 20, 2021

Keeping Indian soldiers warm in sub-zero temperature; how Sonam Wangchuk found a way [details]

Moreover, a complete 'Make in India' product, the tent will also reduce the use of many tons of kerosene to keep the soldiers warm.

Feb 20, 2021

Vivek Oberoi ditches face mask, helmet to test-ride new bike; gets fined [details]

Bollywood actor Vivek Oberoi has been slapped a fine of Rs 500 for flouting norms by riding his newly acquired motorcycle without wearing a helmet and a face-mask, officials said here on Saturday.

Feb 20, 2021

Samsung OneUI 3.1 rollout for older Galaxy phones; Galaxy S20, Note 20 series and more [see list]

Samsung has officially started bringing the One UI 3.1 update to Galaxy S20 Series, Note 20 Series, Z Fold2, Z Flip devices and several 2019, 2020 Galaxy A-series models.

Feb 20, 2021

India witnesses spike in COVID cases; touches 14,000 mark for fifth consequent day

The number of new Covid-19 cases continue to surge this week, with India recording 13,993 new cases in the last 24 hours on Saturday and the overall tally mounting to 1,09,77,387, health officials said.

Feb 20, 2021

Hope England don't go into siege mentality after loss: Nasser Hussain

Former England captain Nasser Hussain has advised the England team to avoid going into siege mentality by blaming the pitch and outside factors, and instead look at their recent overseas record to draw inspiration for the remaining two Tests against India.

Feb 20, 2021

India, China to de-escalate tension at Hot Springs, Gogra, Depsang; military talks underway [details]

Indian and Chinese military dialogue to de-escalate tension at the Line of Actual Control started on Saturday morning. The 10th round of Corps Commander meeting started at 10 a.m. at Moldo on Chinese side.

Feb 20, 2021

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India

Centre asks states to increase RT-PCR tests, surveillance | Details inside

CBI summons TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee's wife in coal smuggling case

No 'Ganga Aarti' without permission now | Detail inside

Sharif Chacha, who cremated over 25,000 unclaimed bodies, is on death bed awaiting promised Padma Shri award

"Pishi jao": BJP campaign slogan against Mamata Banerjee gets Bella Ciao spin | Watch

PM Modi addresses BJP top brass ahead of assembly polls in 5 states

Karnataka CET examinations will be held on July 7 and 8 | Details inside

Samantha Akkineni in awe of "Pitta Kathalu"; praises Nandini Reddy [see reaction]

Nani's Tuck Jagadish motion poster grabs good hype; teaser release date confirmed

Keeping Indian soldiers warm in sub-zero temperature; how Sonam Wangchuk found a way [details]

Vivek Oberoi ditches face mask, helmet to test-ride new bike; gets fined [details]

Samsung OneUI 3.1 rollout for older Galaxy phones; Galaxy S20, Note 20 series and more [see list]

India witnesses spike in COVID cases; touches 14,000 mark for fifth consequent day

Hope England don't go into siege mentality after loss: Nasser Hussain

India, China to de-escalate tension at Hot Springs, Gogra, Depsang; military talks underway [details]

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