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Turkey earthquake: 6.8 magnitude quake kills 21, injures hundreds

The magnitude 6.8 quake shook Elazig province, about 550 km (340 miles) east of the capital Ankara, and was followed by more than 270 aftershocks, 12 of which had magnitudes over 4.

Jan 25, 2020

Brazilian Prez Jair Bolsonaro given grand ceremonial reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan

On Saturday, January 25 Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was received by President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Jan 25, 2020

Republic Day bandobast: Bengaluru police beefs up security for R-Day celebrations

As part of the nationwide alert, the Union Home Ministry has directed the city and state police to enhance security and maintain law and order to ensure the Republic Day is celebrated peacefully.

Jan 25, 2020

J&K Tral encounter: 1 Jawan injured; top Jaish commander among 3 trapped terrorists

An encounter broke out on Saturday, January 25 between security forces and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Tral. Three Jaish terrorists including top commander Qasi Yasir are believed to be trapped at the site.

Jan 25, 2020

US says 34 troops diagnosed with traumatic brain injury after Iran strike

Last week the US military said troops had been treated and transferred out of Iraq for concussion symptoms after the attack on the Ain al-Asad air base in western Iraq and this week said additional troops had been moved out of Iraq for potential injuries.

Jan 25, 2020

Coronavirus death toll jumps to 41; Australia, Malaysia, France confirm 1st cases

All the latest deaths due to coronavirus occurred in Wuhan, the epicentre of the outbreak that has been in virtual quarantine as China scrambles to contain the virus spread.

Jan 25, 2020

2G mobile internet, broadband services to be restored across Kashmir from today

With 2G internet services set to be restored in all 20 districts of J&K from Saturday, January 25 all post-paid and prepaid subscribers will get access to internet. However, access will be limited to 301 whitelisted websites.

Jan 25, 2020

13 million Americans at migration risk due to sea-level rise

The people could be forced to relocate due to rising sea levels by 2100. Most popular relocation choices will include land-locked cities such as Atlanta, Houston, Dallas, Denver and Las Vegas.

Jan 25, 2020

15th Finance Commission holds meeting with Goa govt, discuss tourism

The 15th Finance Commission headed by Chairman, NK Singh along with its members and senior officials met Chief Minister of Goa, Pramod Sawant along with his cabinet colleagues and senior state government officials.

Jan 24, 2020

Is it safe to travel to China? India issues advisory after deadly coronavirus outbreak

In the wake of the spread of Wuhan Coronavirus, the State Health Department said travellers from that part of the world have also been asked to share their travel history with their health care provider.

Jan 24, 2020

'If education doesn't create individuals with vision, then it hasn't served its purpose': Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, spiritual guru and Art of Living founder, talks about how educating a child should be holistic and not just a process of stuffing their heads with information.

Jan 24, 2020

BJP tapped phones of opposition leaders, alleges Maharashtra Home Minister; Fadnavis denies claims

Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh has ordered an investigation into the issue of phone-tapping and snooping of then opposition leaders of INC and Shiv Sena.

Jan 24, 2020

Coronavirus scare in India: 2 who returned from China kept under watch in Mumbai

The two people who came back from China were suffering from mild cough and exhibiting cold-related symptoms.

Jan 24, 2020

Republic Day 2020: Wishes, quotes, messages to share with your loved ones

The main event of the day is marked by parades on the Rajpath, New Delhi. This year, India's chief guest for the parade will be Brazil's President Jair Messias Bolsonaro.

Jan 24, 2020

Karnataka HC stays Karwar port expansion: Here's why fishing community protested

The fishing community of Karwar, a coastal town of in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, opposed the expansion of the Karwar Port which they fear will affect the ecology and their livelihood.

Jan 24, 2020