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Brazil asks women to delay pregnancy as fears mount over new Covid-19 variant found in expectant mothers

Brazil asked women on Friday to delay getting pregnant until the worst of the pandemic passes, saying the virus variant that is devastating the South American country appears to affect expectant mothers more than earlier versions of the coronavirus.

Apr 17, 2021

Covid Fight: 2,500 years ago, Hippocrates suggested to build immunity first; It holds value still

Going beyond precautions and vaccinations, doctors and the WHO have advised proper nutrition and hydration would be key in fighting the second wave of Covid-19 and a throwback on ancient wisdom 2500 years ago by Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine, stands testimony now to the fact

Apr 17, 2021

PM appeals for symbolic 'Kumbh Mela' to strengthen fight against Covid

With reports of huge number of Covid positive cases from 'Kumbh Mela' area in Haridwar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday appealed to observe the event "symbolic" to strengthen fight against the deadly virus.

Apr 17, 2021

Humans are all dead and we are just reliving our memories, conspiracy theory sparks debate

Several top experts believe that human life is not just confined to the physical body, as it may have a spiritual side too

Apr 17, 2021

Global Covid infection rate approaching highest, says WHO

The number of new Covid-19 cases per week worldwide has nearly doubled over the past two months, approaching the highest infection rate seen so far during the pandemic, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday.

Apr 17, 2021

Four Sikhs among 9 killed in mass shooting at FedEx company facility

At least four Sikhs have been killed in a mass shooting at a FedEx company facility in Indianapolis by a 19-year-old former employee, according to the Sikh Coalition.

Apr 17, 2021

With Quad at its strongest, US, Japan pledge to work with India on free Indo-Pacific

Declaring that the Quad "has never been stronger", the US and Japan have reiterated their commitment to work with India and Australia to build a free and "thriving" Indo-Pacific where, Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga warned the "security environment has become increasingly severe".

Apr 17, 2021

Biden names 2 Indian-Americans Radhika Fox and Meera Joshi to key posts

US President Joe Biden has named Radhika Fox and Meera Joshi, two Indian-American women already working in his administration, to be part of a 10 member team to lead on climate and transportation matters across key agencies, the media reported.

Apr 17, 2021

Castro era ends in Cuba as Raul confirms he's retiring

Raul Castro, 89, said the new leadership would be party loyalists with decades of experience, passion and anti-imperialist spirit

Apr 17, 2021

Coronavirus LIVE UPDATES: AIIMS Director says no vaccine is 100 percent efficient

Medical experts believe that the double mutant variant of coronavirus is responsible for this sudden surge in positive cases

Apr 17, 2021

Shahpur-Kandi dam project to change destiny of J&K farmers (Details)

32,000 hectares of barren land in 76 Kandi villages will turn fertile after completion of the project

Apr 17, 2021

Pakistan blocks WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram amid anti-France protests [details]

Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, WhatsApp and TikTok are inaccessible across Pakistan, including the capital Islamabad.

Apr 17, 2021

Krishna Dhaba reopens; netizens hail owner's courage, Kashmiris rejoice [details]

Krishna Dhaba owner's only son was killed by terrorists two months ago in a deadly terrorist attack in Srinagar.

Apr 16, 2021

India reacts to withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan; expresses concerns [full statement]

The Ministry of External Affairs expressed concerns over increased violence and targeted killings in Afghanistan.

Apr 16, 2021

PM Modi reviews status of oxygen availability amid COVID resurgence; suggests production increase

PM Modi urged officials to ensure seamless and free movement of tankers carrying oxygen throughout the country and suggested increase of oxygen production as per capacity of each plant.

Apr 16, 2021