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Covid origin enigma: Amid virologist's denial, China still under scanner [details]

Chinese virologist Shi Zhengli has repeatedly claimed that Covid's lab-leak theory is not feasible

Jun 17, 2021

The spin of the Milky Way's galactic bar has slowed by a quarter since its formation

According to a new study, dark matter has slowed the spin of the Milky Way's galactic bar, which is made up of billions of grouped stars.

Jun 17, 2021

Strengthening grassroot democracy, J&K sets whopping ₹12,600 Cr District Capex Budget [details]

In a historic move, J&K LG sets ₹12,600.58 Crore District Capex Budget for 2021-22. Which is more than double since last year and is approved for equitable development of UT of J&K with active involvement of Panchayats, BDCs and DDCs. Read on to know more.

Jun 16, 2021

Indian Army prefers Indian Gorkhas for women military police; excludes Nepali Gorkhas [details]

Last year, the Army had sanctioned the recruitment of non-Gorkha personnel from Uttarakhand into select Gorkha Rifles (GR) regiments.

Jun 16, 2021

Who will be the next Delhi Police Commissioner; strong contenders in line

There are four IPS officers in the race to become Commissioner of Delhi Police. Here's a brief look at their profiles.

Jun 16, 2021

Curious case of Babbu Mohammad's chargesheet; deceased charged for his own murder [details]

In an allegedly bizarre incident, Delhi Police has charged a deceased victim Babbu Mohammad of last year's Delhi riots for his own murder along with several others.

Jun 16, 2021

Arrested six years after raping minor; J&K ex-minister's son habitual offender [details]

Earlier arrested by Bangalore Police of harassing over 200 women; accused is allegedly a 'serial offender'.

Jun 16, 2021

Identity of God revealed by NDE survivor sparks debate, netizens say afterlife is real

The near-death experience survivor assured that there is an afterlife as he was aware of eternal life while being on the verge of death

Jun 16, 2021

India launches trusted telecom portal; Chinese gear won't make the cut [details]

Chinese OEMs have already been banned from participating in India's 5G trials and it won't be surprising if it is excluded from the trusted telecom portal.

Jun 16, 2021

Agitating farmers embarrass Congress with fresh announcement [here's how]

Sitting on dharna for the last over six months, farmers announce to hold protests, across the country, on June 26 to 'save democracy'.

Jun 16, 2021

Increase in gap between Covishield doses based on scientific evidence: NK Arora

The decision to increase the gap between two Covishield doses from 4-6 weeks to 12-16 weeks is based on scientific reason regarding behaviour of adenovector vaccines, said Chairman of India's Covid-19 Working Group of the National Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (NTAGI), N.K. Arora.

Jun 16, 2021

Is Twitter in trouble in India after failing to comply with new IT Rules: Explained

Advocate Manish Bhadauria said if a law is enacted in India, every citizen and entity should abide by it and when other social media platforms have already complied with the new Rules, Twitter should have too.

Jun 16, 2021

End of life on earth: New NASA, ESA missions could shed light on annihilation of blue planet

NASA's future mission to Venus is expected to shed light on how life will end on earth

Jun 16, 2021

Covid survivors not safe: Study finds possibilities of long-term conditions [details]

The study found that nearly a quarter of Covid patients have developed at least one new condition

Jun 16, 2021

E-filing: Finance Ministry, Infosys officials to address new I-T Portal glitches

The Finance Ministry will host an interactive discussion with Infosys on June 22 to discuss faults and problems in the recently introduced e-filing system that are causing taxpayer inconvenience.

Jun 16, 2021