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92 monkeypox cases confirmed in 12 countries, may spread globally: WHO

At least 92 monkeypox virus cases have been confirmed in 12 countries, the World Health Organization (WHO) has said, warning that the infection is likely to spread to more nations even as it expands surveillance.

May 22, 2022

Manmade disaster or natural cause; Centre's panel to investigate Ramban tunnel collapse [details]

Headed by Professor J T Sahu of IIT Delhi, the panel is to submit its report to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways within 10 days.

May 22, 2022

Who is Vivek Kumar; IFS officer appointed as PS to PM Modi [details]

Indian Forest Service (IFS) Officer, Vivek Kumar was appointed as the Personal Secretary (PS) to Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Joint Secretary level on Saturday.

May 22, 2022

UP road accident: PM Modi expresses condolence; announces relief [details]

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed his condolence over the death of eight people who were killed in a road accident in Uttar Pradesh's Siddhartha Nagar. He also announced compensation to the next of kin.

May 22, 2022

Global Covid caseload tops 526.7 mn; India ranks second after US [details]

The global coronavirus caseload has topped 527.1 million, while the deaths have surged to more than 6.28 million and vaccinations to over 11.44 billion, according to the Johns Hopkins University.

May 22, 2022

Chennai, suburbs to receive light rainfall for next 2 days [details]

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light rainfall for the next 48 hours in Chennai and its suburbs.

May 22, 2022

India, Vietnam likely future production hubs for Apple: Report

Tech giant Apple has reportedly told its suppliers that it wants to expand manufacturing outside of China. And, India and Vietnam are getting a closer look from the company as alternatives.

May 22, 2022

Biden calls South Korean prez Moon 'good friend'; thanks for strengthened alliance [details]

US President Joe Biden, who is currently in Seoul, held a phone conversation with former South Korean President Moon Jae-in, calling him a "good friend" and thanking him for making efforts to strengthen the alliance between the two countries while in office.

May 22, 2022

Does Vitamin D affect fertility; all important questions answered [details]

Vitamin D has received a lot of attention in recent years, and most people have heard of it. Vitamin D is also known as the "sunshine vitamin". It is produced in the skin as a result of sun exposure and can also be absorbed through food and supplements.

May 22, 2022

India logs 2,226 new Covid cases, 65 deaths

India on Sunday reported 2,226 fresh Covid cases, a decline against the 2,323 infections registered the previous day, the Union Health Ministry said.

May 22, 2022

Army chief visits forward areas along LoC; reviews situation on border [details]

During his two-day visit to Kashmir Valley, the Army chief will be given an update on the prevailing security situation and operational preparedness.

May 22, 2022

Netherlands confirms first monkeypox case; more cases to follow [details]

The Netherlands confirmed its first monkeypox case and more were expected following similar instances in other parts of Europe, Dutch health experts said on Saturday.

May 22, 2022

Australia Elections: Scott Morrison concedes defeat; Labor leader Albanese claims victory

Anthony Albanese has claimed victory for his Labor Party after incumbent Prime Minister Scott Morrison conceded defeat in Australia's federal elections held on Saturday.

May 22, 2022

Russia confirms halt of gas supply to Finland; cites non-payment of dues in rubles

Russian energy giant Gazprom confirmed a complete suspension of gas supply to Finland's state-owned gas company Gasum starting from Saturday due to its non-payment in rubles.

May 22, 2022

Cop's wife raped in Jammu's Bhalwal area; FIR lodged, manhunt launched [details]

Being a member of the police's special group, victim's husband has been fighting terrorism in Kashmir.

May 21, 2022