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Biocon chief appointed new vice-chair of US-India biz body [see responsibilities]

The other two vice-chairs are Amway chief executive Milind Pant and Nasdaq executive Edward Knight. The trio will also work to amplify the voice of industry on international trade and investment issues.

Jan 15, 2021

Confused, ill or a pet; playful leopard's viral videos from Himachal raise questions & concerns

Viral videos of a leopard freely roaming the roads of Himachal Pradesh's Tirthan Valley on Thursday but the irresponsible behavior by the people has drawn strong criticism.

Jan 15, 2021

TN girl uses old tyres to make affordable mosquito nets; explains DIY process for effective results

As compared to any other mosquito trap method, studies have reportedly found that Ovillantas can destroy up to seven times more flies than any other traps or even repellents.

Jan 14, 2021

Twins carry 70-year-old woman on pushcart in TN to get Pongal hamper; win over internet

On her way to the ration shop, 70-year-old Subbulakshmi after a point of time couldn't proceed further due to her ill health. It was then that the twins came to her rescue and helped her collect the gift hamper.

Jan 14, 2021

Unemployment forces women to sell nudes online; doesn't end struggles

As pandemic hit the world hard, many unemployed women turned to OnlyFans to make ends meet. But the reward wasn't worth the risk, let alone fulfil needs at hand.

Jan 14, 2021

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat celebrates Pongal in Tamil Nadu, recites couplet from Tirukkural | Watch

A dhoti-clad Bhagwat with sacred ash (vibuthi) and vermilion (kumkum) smeared on his forehead in lines with the Tamil tradition, recited a couplet on possession of self-restraint from Tirukkural literature.

Jan 14, 2021

"Not mandatory": How Allahabad HC's order on prior notice under Special Marriage Act will benefit interfaith couples

Allahabad High Court has said that 30-day public notice under the Special Marriage Act, 1954 is not mandatory. The judgment is likely to have a bearing on laws made against 'love jihad' in BJP-ruled states.

Jan 14, 2021

Chinese COVID vax found 50.4% effective in Brazil trials | Details

A leading Chinese Covid-19 vaccine, developed by Sinovac Biotech, has been found to be 50.4 per cent effective in Brazilian clinical trials, researchers have found.

Jan 14, 2021

Is it safe to eat eggs; other frequently asked questions on Bird Flu | Expert advice

Should you panic about Avian Influenza? What to eat and what to avoid? Here are frequently asked questions about Bird Flu answered by an International Public Health Nutritionist.

Jan 14, 2021

Hindustan Aeronautics soars 14% on $6 billion government defence deal | Details

Shares of Indian aerospace and defence company Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd jumped nearly 14% on Thursday, a day after the government said it would buy 83 fighter aircraft from the company for over $6 billion in the biggest defence deal for a homegrown company.

Jan 14, 2021

Moments to celebrate from a difficult year for the United States

Refusal by President Donald Trump to concede defeat and facilitate a peaceful transfer of power to President-elect Biden is a direct assault on the U.S. democracy

Jan 14, 2021

CBI raids its own officers in Ghaziabad in graft cases | Details

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday morning carried out raids at the premises of its own officers in Ghaziabad here, sources said.

Jan 14, 2021

Workaholics run the risk of depression and anxiety, says study

High job demands at work are strongly associated with work addiction risk though job control level doesn't necessarily play the same role

Jan 14, 2021

Polio Vaccination Day rescheduled to Jan 31 amid massive COVID inoculation drive | Details

In view of the upcoming large-scale Covid-19 vaccination drive, the central government has postponed the National Pulse Polio vaccination drive indefinitely.

Jan 14, 2021

Petrol, diesel rise 25p/ltr on second consecutive day, reach new highs

In Delhi, petrol was sold at the new record high level of Rs 84.70 from previous days Rs 84.45 a litre while diesel prices increased to Rs 74.88 per litre as against Rs 74.64 a litre a day earlier

Jan 14, 2021