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Actress Ayesha Sultana lands in Lakshadweep, to appear before Kavaratti Police

About Saturday, Malayalam actress Ayesha Sultana flew to the island to face the Kavaratti Police, who had served her with a notice for her comments on Covid19, which had spread over the island.

Jun 19, 2021

More Indian deposits in Swiss banks could be attributed to more business: FinMin

According to the Union Finance Ministry, the growth in Indian deposits in Swiss banks could be attributed to increased business rather than an increase in alleged black money kept by Indians in Switzerland.

Jun 19, 2021

Covid third wave inevitable, could happen in six weeks, says AIIMS chief; Blames it on surging crowds

Several factors and statistics have pointed to the inevitability of the third wave, from the dip in sale of masks and sanitizers to people stepping out as restrictions ease, they all spell doom

Jun 19, 2021

Mandatory RT-PCR test doesn't mean your weekend escape will be safe; Forged lab reports quite rampant

Several labs across the country are under investigation for issuing fake RT-PCR reports, meanwhile the authorities can ask for links sent on registered mobile phones since they are difficult to forge

Jun 19, 2021

Red alert in coastal Karnataka as heavy monsoon rain predicted today

on Friday as southwest monsoon turned vigorous the weather office issued a red alert, warning of extremely heavy rainfall in three coastal districts of Karnataka over the next 48 hours.

Jun 19, 2021

3rd Covid wave sooner than anticipated as people rush to eat out and shop in malls: Survey

According to a survey conducted by LocalCircles thirty-one per cent of citizens plan to visit a restaurant, while 29 per cent plan to visit malls in the next 60 days.

Jun 19, 2021

Karnataka reports 5,783 new Covid cases, 138 deaths; Bengaluru remains epicentre

Bengaluru remains the state's epicentre with 73,844 active cases as the state reported 5,783 fresh cases in 24 hours and 138 deaths

Jun 19, 2021

Bengaluru doctors learn self-defence techniques, IMA seeks Centre's action

Bengaluru doctors learn self-defence techniques in wake of rising cases of violence against doctors in the country.

Jun 19, 2021

UN Special Rapporteurs say India's new IT policies do not meet global norms

The UN Human Rights Council Special Rapporteurs have stated that India's new IT policies are in violation of international human rights standards. India's response will be included in the standard report that will be presented to the Human Rights Council.

Jun 19, 2021

On the death of DPIIT Secretary Guruprasad Mohapatra, PM Modi, others extend sympathies

On Saturday, DPIIT Secretary Guruprasad Mohapatra died of Covid-19. Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his sorrow at the death on Saturday.

Jun 19, 2021

Mental health of parents, caregivers severely affected during pandemic: CDC report

According to a study by US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), during the Covid pandemic parents and caregivers in the US reported mental health issues more often than others .

Jun 19, 2021

India reports 60K new Covid cases, 1,647 deaths in 24 hrs; Global casesload tops 177.7million

India has recorded 60,753 new cases of Covid and 1,647 fatalities in the last 24 hours, while the global caseload crosses 177.7 million

Jun 19, 2021

HM Amit Shah reviews J&K development programs; lauds UT's collective efforts [details]

In the meeting, Union Home Minster Amit Shah directed the J&K administration to work for the welfare of the people and expedite all-around development. He said All-round development and welfare of the people is Modi government's top priority.

Jun 18, 2021

WhatsApp's grievance officer not company employee; marks non-compliance of new rules [details]

The Indian government had sent Twitter a notice for appointing its interim grievance officer Dharmendra Chatur, who was not a company employee.

Jun 18, 2021

Symbol of Indo-Pak bonhomie — Chamliyal Mela cancelled due to COVID pandemic [details]

Every year, a three-day fair is held on the international border at the shrine of Baba Chamliyal to keep alive the warmth of devotees from India and Pakistan.

Jun 18, 2021