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No touching Kaaba, only 1000 local attendees; Saudi imposes restrictions for Haj

Some two million people were expected to travel to Mecca and Medina this July and August for the annual gathering. But only Saudi residents will be allowed to attend this year.

Jul 19, 2020

In Delhi, 11 caught gymming during lockdown; owner booked

Delhi government has strictly prohibited gyms and swimming pools even as several relaxations have been announced in the country.

Jul 19, 2020

Doctors, medical staff under attack in Kashmir amid COVID chaos

Despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, shocking incidents of J&K doctors being allegedly attacked by attendents of patients while they are on duty have come to light.

Jul 19, 2020

India offers refuge to Afghan Sikhs, Hindus after Nidan Singh's abduction incident

The Ministry of External Affairs praised the Afghanistan government for its efforts to rescue Nidan Singh, who was abducted by Taliban terrorists almost a month ago.

Jul 19, 2020

Kannadiga NRIs relax; Bengaluru Police Commissioner has your back

The Bengaluru city police's Commissioner Bhaskar Rao sat down for a chat with the Saagar Ottara Kannadigaru speaking to Kannadigas abroad. During the chat, the Commissioner also asserted the need for a dedicated NRI cell to deal with issues of Kanndigas overseas.

Jul 18, 2020

KC Raju A Strong Case for Early Retirement & Living Life to the Fullest

Friends and acquaintances describe KC as someone who treats people others may consider lower than him in such a respectful manner,

Jul 18, 2020

Ram Mandir: PM Modi has to pick from two dates for Bhoomi Pujan at Ram Janmabhoomi

The Ram Temple Trust has given Prime Minister Modi two possible dates to begin construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.

Jul 18, 2020

White House moves Bush, Clinton portraits to 'tablecloth storage' room

White House has moved portraits of two recent Democrat presidents to a secluded room, replacing them with century-old Republican presidents.

Jul 18, 2020

J&K govt approves ₹25 lakh insurance cover for elected panchayat members

The Governemnt of Jammu and Kashmir has approved a life insurance cover of up to Rs 25 lakhs to the elected body members and those in the municipal bodies who've lost their lives to militants.

Jul 18, 2020

Rajasthan suffering due to discord within Congress, think of people: Vasundhara Raje

Former Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje, after remaining quiet during the recent political cacophony in Rajasthan, on Saturday broke her silence and tweeted that the people were suffering due to rift in the Congress government.

Jul 18, 2020

Fact-Check: No Amarnath Yatris died; there was no accident in Ramban

A viral social media post had claimed that 16 Amarnath Yatris died in a bus accident and 32 others left injured. Here's the truth behind it.

Jul 18, 2020

India's New Consumer Protection Act is coming; how it can help you

According to a Central Government notification, on July 20, 2020, certain provisions under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, shall come into force. Scroll down to find what is India's new consumer protection act all about and how can it help you?

Jul 18, 2020

Fire destroys organ, shatters stained glass at Nantes cathedral in France

A fire broke out on Saturday at a 15th century cathedral in the French city of Nantes, authorities said, adding that the blaze has now been contained. It comes only a year after the devastating fire at the cathedral of Notre-Dame in Paris, one of France's greatest architectural treasures.

Jul 18, 2020

Maharashtra: 72 more SRPF troopers test COVID positive in Gadchiroli

In an alarming development, 72 more troopers of the State Reserve Police Force (SRPF) posted in Gadchiroli tested Covid-19 positive on Saturday, officials said.

Jul 18, 2020

Aditya Thackeray files petition in SC against UGC decision on final year exams

Aditya Thackeray has filed a plea in the Supreme Court against the UGC's decision on the final year exams to be held before September 30th.

Jul 18, 2020