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Karnataka: CM to address state; Deputy CM Ashwathnarayan says, no further extension of lockdown

The Karnataka CM Yediyurappa will be addressing Karnataka at 4 PM on Tuesday, just as the ministers in his cabinet insist that there will be no further lockdown in Bengaluru.

Jul 21, 2020

Farmers in Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan protest against Centre's agri ordinances, fuel prices

Thousands of farmers protested against the three ordinances by marching their tractors across towns and villages demanding the withdrawal of "anti farmers" policies.

Jul 21, 2020

Udupi's Sri Sugunendra Theertha Seer tests positive for Covid-19, Puttige Mutt sealed down

Sri Sugunendra Theertha Swamiji of Puttige Mutt has reportedly tested positive for Covid-19. He is admitted to the KMC Hospital.

Jul 21, 2020

Jammu and Kashmir: IED blast injures two army jawans in Nowshera, Rajouri

Two army soldiers were injured in a landmine explosion in J&K's Rajouri district on Tuesday. Reports said the explosion injuring the two soldiers occurred when a landmine went off in the area the two were patrolling in.

Jul 21, 2020

New Oxford COVID vaccine looks good in early trails; 'safe and immunogenic' for now

The Covid-19 vaccine developed by scientists at the Oxford University produces strong immune responses in both parts of the immune system, showed results of the Phase I/II trial published in The Lancet medical journal.

Jul 21, 2020

Bengaluru CCB arrests 'reckless' biker for clocking 300 kmph during coronavirus lockdown

The Central Crime Branch team arrested a man day after a video of him clocking speeds of almost 300 kmph on the Electronic city flyover went viral online.

Jul 21, 2020

Coronavirus India update: After crossing record 40,000, Covid cases dip by 3,000 in 24 hrs

After an alarming over 40,000 cases in a day, India on Tuesday heaved a sigh of relief as the spike in fresh cases showed a dip of around 3,000 with Health Ministry data showing 37,148 new cases being reported in past 24 hours.

Jul 21, 2020

Bengaluru City Police's latest safety video is a much-needed reminder for caution amid pandemic

The Bengaluru City Police has released its latest safety video, and it reminds one of all the precautions we know but may still miss in our day-to-day lives.

Jul 21, 2020

Government warns against use of N-95 masks with valves

The Centre has written to all states and union territories warning against the use of N-95 masks with valved respirators by people, saying these do not prevent the virus from spreading out and are "detrimental" to the measures adopted for its containment.

Jul 21, 2020

Bengaluru police commissioner Bhaskar Rao tests negative for coronavirus

Commissioner of Police (Bengaluru) Bhaskar Rao had got himself tested as a few days back his driver tested Covid-19 positive.

Jul 21, 2020

Rajiv Gandhi assassination case convict Nalini attempts suicide in prison

Nalini Sriharan, lodged in the prison for past 29 years in the late Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi assassination case, allegedly attempted suicide inside the Special Prison for women, Vellore on Monday night, July 20.

Jul 21, 2020

Karnataka coronavirus update: 3,648 new cases take COVID tally over 67,000

Karnataka registered 3,648 new Covid positive cases, a majority of them emerging from Bengaluru, increasing the state's tally to 67,420 while 72 more succumbed to the virus, an official said.

Jul 21, 2020

Madhya Pradesh Governor Lalji Tandon passes away at 85

Madhya Pradesh Governor Lalji Tandon (85) passed away on Tuesday after a prolonged illness. His son and UP minister Ashutosh Tandon confirmed the news.

Jul 21, 2020

'God' disagrees with Trump's spiritual advisor's views on abortion, gay marriage

US President Donald Trump's spiritual advisor's video clip has gone viral, receiving mixed reactions from netizens. The popular Twitter handle of God has also expressed views on the topic.

Jul 21, 2020

Sardars, Jats have 'less brains', Bengalis 'very intelligent': Tripura CM Biplab Deb's lose talk

Tripura CM once again made controversial remarks, this time about Punjabis, Haryanvis and Bengalis. He said Punjabi Sardars and Haryanvi Jats have less brains, while Bengalis are known for their wit.

Jul 21, 2020