India

Indian Matchmaking faces backlash on Twitter; 'Full body mortification' called out

The reality show is about a professional matchmaker Sima Taparia, who offers guidance on the marriage process in India and the USA.

Jul 20, 2020

H-1B visa ban: Reunite Indian families in US; Chauthaiwale urges US ambassador

Dr Vijay Chauthaiwale, the in-charge of the Foreign Affairs Department of India, wrote to the US ambassador about the grievances of stranded Indians due to the ban on H-1B visas.

Jul 17, 2020

Pangong Tso, Depsang Plains on table as India, China to hold 4th Corps Commanders meet today

In the backdrop of recent Galwan clashes that led to the killing of 20 Indian soldiers in the valley, Indian and Chinese troops are set to hold the fourth round of Corps commander-level talks at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) on Tuesday, July 14.

Jul 14, 2020

SRMJEE 2020: BTech entrance exam at SRM Institute cancelled due to Covid-19

The SRMJEE sat by students across India and the Middle East has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the SRM Institute of Science and Technology announced on Monday.

Jul 13, 2020

'Worried for Congress' says Kapil Sibal after Sanjay Jha as Rajasthan political drama unfolds

Kapil Sibal tweeted today, 'Worried for our party' as Congress faces testing times ahead amid the political crisis in Rajasthan.

Jul 12, 2020

India, South Korea to enhance defence technology cooperation

Indian and South Korean governments have decided to enhance cooperation in defence technology and promote industries working in this field.

Jul 11, 2020

Meghalaya celebrates Behdienkhlam: All you need to know about the festival

Celebrated mostly in the Jaintia District of Meghalaya, Behdienkhlam is celebrated every year in the month of July.

Jul 8, 2020

Fact Check: Geelani letter calling for a strike in Kashmir is fake

A letter is doing the rounds on social media stating that Kashmiri separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani has called for a strike in the valley to pay tribute to the terrorists.

Jul 7, 2020

Aakash Chopra surprised by Afridi's jibe at Indian players

Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra cited statistics in response to Shahid Afridi's jibe about beating India in the past.

Jul 7, 2020

Syama Prasad Mukherjee birth anniversary: Man who laid foundation of Jan Sangh

Today is the birth anniversary of the Indian politician and barrister Syama Prasad Mukherjee, the founder of Bharatiya Jana Sangh, the predecessor to India's ruling party today.

Jul 6, 2020

India surpasses Russia as country third worst-hit by Coronavirus

India surpassed Russia with the highest ever single-day spike of 24,850 cases. India's tally now stands at 6,73,165, next to only US and Brazil. India continues to witness a rise in COVID cases, however, recovery rate has also improved nationwide.

Jul 6, 2020

Vande Bharat Mission: Air India to operate 36 flights between India and USA from July 11

July 11th onwards Air India will open 36 flights between India and USA as part of the Vande Bharat Mission to evacuate Indian citizens in the USA due to the ongoing pandemic.

Jul 5, 2020

Now, retired Gorkhas to get J&K domicile certificates

In the past week, the Jammu and Kashmir authorities have begun issuing domicile status certificates and of the 6,600 applications approved the majority belong to retired soldiers from the Gorkha community.

Jul 5, 2020

Guru Purnima 2020: Quotes to express gratitude to your teachers on the auspicious day

On Guru Purnima, one expresses gratitude to their teachers and guides. Here are some of the popular quotes that capture the essence of the auspicious day.

Jul 5, 2020

Guru Purnima 2020 significance: All you need to know about the auspicious day

In 2020, Guru Purnima also known as Vyasa Purnima is being celebrated as per the Hindu calendar on the full moon day on 5th July. The day marks the birth of renowned sage Ved Vyasa.

Jul 5, 2020

It takes 18 months to develop good vaccine: Ex-ICMR chief

Ex-ICMR Chief NK Ganguly spoke about vaccine development and the process even in the fast track. He elaborated that it may be difficult to say if the vaccine will be successful.

Jul 5, 2020

ICAI CA exams cancelled: Students will get chance in November 2020 cycle

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India announced that the May/July cycle of exams in 2020 stand cancelled, students who were to appear for the exams will now be writing them in the November 2020 cycle.

Jul 4, 2020

Seven Dera Sacha Sauda followers arrested in theft of Holy book Guru Granth Sahib in Punjab

The Special Investigation Team on Saturday announced the arrest of seven in the 5-year-old case of the theft of the Guru Granth Sahib in Punjab.

Jul 4, 2020

26/11 mastermind Hafiz Saeed's right hand Mujeeb-ur-Rahman Zamurani killed in Karachi

Known to be a close aid of Jamaat-ud-Dawa (JuD) chief Hafiz Saeed, Mujeeb Ur Rahman Zamurani was reportedly shot dead by unknown gunmen in Karachi, Pakistan.

Jul 3, 2020

Sathankulam case: PIL in SC urges Tamil Nadu CM not to hold Home Ministry portfolio till trial is complete

A PIL has been filed in the SC asserting that Tamil Nadu CM shouldn't hold the portfolio of the Home Ministry until the investigation and trial on the matter of the Sathankulam custodial deaths is complete.

Jul 3, 2020