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Educational institutions to remain closed till July 31 in J&K; curbs relaxed in 16 districts [details]

First time since the outbreak of the second wave, authorities announce relaxations in 16 districts of J&K.

Jul 11, 2021

Kandahar: India evacuates 50 diplomats amid rising violence; says didn't use PAK air space [key developments]

Around 7000 Pakistan-based LeT fighters are believed to be fighting alongside the Taliban in Afghanistan, an important factor in India evacuating its diplomats.

Jul 11, 2021

Ahmedabad police asks people to shut windows, doors during Amit Shah's visit; here's why

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is on a three day visit to his home state to carry out a host of functions and inaugurations.

Jul 11, 2021

BJP MLA Ramesh Jarkiholi makes U-turn on resignation threat; here's why [details]

Ramesh Jarkiholi's earlier statement that he would resign from the MLA seat had created a stir in state politics.

Jul 11, 2021

Delhi unlocks further, academic gatherings allowed from Monday [see new guidelines]

The DDMA, the capital's Covid management authority, has said that not more than 50 percent capacity will be allowed at the auditorium and assembly hall of the school or educational institution.

Jul 11, 2021

NIA conducts raids across J&K in terror funding case; uncover Hizbul links [details]

As per the official, the case pertains to online radicalisation and that the agency have got inputs about involvement of some foreign-based handlers behind radicalisation process.

Jul 11, 2021

Mega crackdown in Bengaluru ends with 1,800 cases in single day; weapons, drugs, other illegal items seized [details]

Bengaluru City Police Commissioner said in this biggest ever raid, the police has booked 409 cases against 561 criminals in a single day, which is a record in itself.

Jul 11, 2021

Manika vs Maneka Gandhi: SGACC to shut down until further notice after brutal murder of dog [see other controversies]

Five days after a sick stray dog was subjected to brutal torture by para vets in charge of treating her at India's biggest animal shelter home, the authorities have finally given in to the pressure by animal rights activists and social media voices that rose in favour of justice.

Jul 11, 2021

PM Modi's Vocal for Local goes live in J&K: 15-day long craft mela at Kashmir Haat [details]

Giving a major boost to PM Modi's Vocal for Local mantra, J&K LG Manoj Sinha inaugurated 15-day long craft mela at Kashmir Haat. It serves as a boon for artisans and businesses and a breath of fresh air for locals and tourists.

Jul 11, 2021

Chances of severe Covid infection among youngsters very low, says new UK study

According to the study, led by specialists from numerous universities, Covid poses an extremely minimal risk of children being seriously ill or dying. The vaccine advisory board in the United Kingdom is considering the findings.

Jul 10, 2021

Jagannath Rath Yatra: No devotees this year too, Puri under tight security

The Odisha government has deployed 65 platoons of police, along with senior officers, to oversee the Puri's Rath yatra's security arrangements, which is set to take place on July 12 in Puri. Due to the Covid-19 incident, the previous year's Rath yatra was held without devotee involvement.

Jul 10, 2021

J&K Govt axes Salahuddin's sons among 11 'terrorist-friendly' employees [details]

The panel headed by the J&K intelligence chief is identifying 'terrorist-friendly' employees in the administration

Jul 10, 2021

Overcrowded tourist destinations in J&K worry authorities [here's why]

Enforcement teams constituted to impose fines on violators of SoPs

Jul 10, 2021

Rajasthan police become disciples to apprehend 27-year-old offender hiding in Haryana ashram

To apprehend a'saint' wanted in a long-pending assault case who had been hiding at a Haryana ashram for 27 years, Rajasthan Police had to transform and become disciples to apprehend him

Jul 10, 2021

P.K. Warrier, doyen of Ayurveda, dies aged 100; PK Antony recalls how he helped Sirimavo Bandaranaike walk again

P.K. Warrier, the flag-bearer of Ayurveda and one of Kerala's most well-known proponents of traditional medicine, died at the age of 100. Former defence minister PK Antony recalls how he helped Sirimavo Bandaranaike walk again

Jul 10, 2021