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Karnataka to adopt Central Tenancy Act in its entirety: Revenue Minister Ashoka

Karnataka is considering adopting the Model Tenancy Act proposed by the Union government. Revenue minister Ashoka informed reporters that the state administration aims to streamline the existing Tenancy Act after analysing revenue department initiatives here.

Jul 9, 2021

Giant pandas removed from the list of endangered animals in China

The giant panda has been removed from the list of endangered animals in China, as part of the country's efforts to safeguard biodiversity and restore the environment.

Jul 9, 2021

Inter-state bus service between Karnataka and Kerala to resume

After a two-month hiatus, the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) will resume inter-state bus service to Kerala. To stop the virus from spreading, the KSRTC halted interstate bus operations.

Jul 9, 2021

Officials at Railway Minister's office to work in two shifts

Ashwini Vaishnav, the new Railway Minister in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's cabinet, has ordered all of his team's officials to work in two shifts. The first shift will begin at 7 a.m. and end at 4 p.m., while the second shift will begin at 3 p.m. and end at 12 midnight, according to the railway ministry.

Jul 9, 2021

Suspended ICC CEO Manu Sawhney fired finally; Given 5 days to appeal

The International Cricket Council (ICC) fired Manu Sawhney on Thursday, four months after suspending him. On March 9, Sawhney was placed on leave.

Jul 9, 2021

YSRCP MPs meet Speaker, renew call to disqualify rebel MP Raghuram Raju

Nearly a year has passed since the ruling party first asked the Speaker to disqualify Raju, and the Narasapuram MP continues to enjoy a rapport with many BJP leaders.

Jul 9, 2021

Covid third wave in India: Alarming figures from Kerala shed clues [details]

The average test positivity rate in Kerala is still above 10, which medical experts consider a matter of concern

Jul 9, 2021

Rare honey badger spotted in Odisha; Villagers fear threat to betel vine cultivation

In a rare incident, a honey badger or 'Ratel' was spotted in Mahal village under Kujang forest range in Jagatsinghpur district of Odisha, said a forest official on Thursday.

Jul 9, 2021

Global Covid deaths cross 4mn, caseload tops 185.5mn

Global Covid caseload crossed 185.5 million while the death toll reached more than 4 million so far

Jul 9, 2021

US war in Afghanistan ends Aug 31 after two decades; Biden wants Afghan people to decide future

US President Joe Biden announced that the two-decade long US war in Afghanistan will end on August 31.

Jul 9, 2021

Fierce gun-battle in Rajouri; two soldiers killed in action, two PAK terrorists eliminated [details]

According to police, two encounters took place in South Kashmir's Pulwama and Kulgam districts in the last 12 hours, killing four terrorists.

Jul 8, 2021

BJP demands de-freezing seats "reserved" for PoJK; Congress reacts [details]

Congress demands transparency in the whole exercise; asks the panel to ensure empowerment of marginalized sections of society.

Jul 8, 2021

Lowering guard against COVID poses serious threat; J&K officials warn of third wave [details]

Worried authorities mulling over imposing some restrictions in over-crowded areas to ensure the safety of people.

Jul 8, 2021

Cabinet announces Rs 23,000 crore package to fight COVID day after major reshuffle [details]

The Health Minister said that the package includes works like what should be done to ensure supply of critical medicines, oxygen supply and to stop the spread of Covid among children in the future.

Jul 8, 2021

Hell after death: Man claims to have experienced foul smell and millions of screams during NDE

Bill Wiese claimed that the heat he experienced during those moments was unbearable

Jul 8, 2021