India

India, Pakistan ease restrictions for some small businesses amid lockdown

In neighbouring Pakistan, the government extended the nationwide lockdown till May 9.

Apr 25, 2020

India to benefit from US-China trade war: Hyundai Steel, Posco, other giants to shift base to India

The trade war between the USA and China, that followed the novel coronavirus pandemic, has set the stage for India for a massive influx of foreign investment.

Apr 19, 2020

Did India miss a chance of independence in 1922?

The Englishmen had hit a low point in the early 1920s and India was in a reasonably strong position to manage a turnaround and break free from the British Raj.

Apr 14, 2020

Explained: China fast buying stocks of major Asian FIs as markets fall

Amidst rise in coronavirus cases and a steep decline in stock prices, China is on a purchasing spree - buying stocks of companies and major financial institutions across Asia since January. Why? What's the rebound plan of China to bring back its financial stability and claim economic status globally? We deliberate here.

Apr 13, 2020

Fact Check: Is Indian Railways resuming train services from April 15?

With hints at trains starting to function after April 14, the Indian Railways had reportedly taken steps to check the spread of coronavirus. However, these claims are false.

Apr 10, 2020

'All the citizens thank you': Netanyahu thanks PM Modi for shipping 5 tonnes of medicines, including HCQ

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked India after a plane carrying materials used to make medicines for treating coronavirus patients arrived in Israel.

Apr 10, 2020

India vs Pakistan: Who's fighting coronavirus better?

While we do miss the zest on display at the grounds during test matches between India vs Pakistan - but we are definitely not missing out on all the live-action in our homes. The only difference you can see today is that the race to win is not practiced outdoors, but within the confines of our homes, be it in India or Pakistan as nationwide lockdown continues until April 14. Let's compare who's fighting coronavirus better - is it India or Pakistan?

Apr 9, 2020

Actor Woody Harrelson suggests 5G may be responsible for coronavirus

Is there any connection between coronavirus and 5G? You may quickly refute it but Hollywood actor Woody Harrelson suggests that there might be a link to both.

Apr 9, 2020

Lockdown impact on jobs: Unemployment rate in India at an all-time high of over 23%, worst in 43 months

As of today, the findings released by CMIE indicate a sharp rise in unemployment at over 23 percent. The unemployment rate in March was 8.7 per cent, which is the highest recorded in the last 43 months or since September 2016, post demonetization.

Apr 7, 2020

Canadian High Commission reaches out to India through WhatsApp chatbot

The bot will be a one-stop information source around COVID-19 and preparedness for persons of Indian origin in Canada.

Apr 7, 2020

Life Insurance Council announced Force Majeure will not apply for Covid-19 death claims: What it means

Life Insurance Council announced that life insurance companies in India will not decline Covid-19 death claims and the clause of 'Force Majeure' will not apply. All life insurance companies have communicated to the policyholders individually in this regard.

Apr 6, 2020

Post lockdown, Indian aviation sector to take a phased approach of opening up travel gates

Post the nationwide lockdown is lifted on April 14, the top 10 airports of India will be made operational first and the International travel will open up last.

Apr 3, 2020

Bella Ciao! Money Heist 4 is streaming on Netflix: Here is everything you need to know about previous seasons

The much awaited Netflix's series Money Heist season 4 is now streaming in India and the timing of the release is apt as people are in 'house arrest' due to coronavirus outbreak.

Apr 3, 2020

Hilarious memes takeover as PM Modi's urges people to light diyas for 9 minutes on April 5

PM Narendra Modi addressed the nation with the latest video message asking citizens to light candles or diyas on April 5, 9 PM for 9 minutes.

Apr 3, 2020

DGCA allows Indian airlines to ferry medical equipments and essentials amid coronavirus pandemic

The DGCA has allowed the airlines to carry cargo with the passenger cabins and on seats, apart from the aircraft belly.

Apr 2, 2020

Singer John Prine critically ill with coronavirus symptoms, hospitalised

Singer-songwriter John Prine has been hospitalised after being critically ill with coronavirus infection, his family announced on the social media.

Mar 30, 2020

PM Modi, Russian Prez Putin hold telephonic conversation, discuss impact of Covid-19 on global economy

Over a telephonic conversation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the global situation in the context of Covid-19 pandemic and discussed measures introduced in both countries to counter the spread of coronavirus.

Mar 26, 2020

This NASA satellite image on Janata Curfew circulating in WhatsApp is absolutely fake!

After the Janata curfew and the event of applauding the doctors and other health care staff across India, it seems like the social media is yet again prepared to load itself with fake and erroneous messages that states absurd reports from NASA.

Mar 23, 2020

Virender Sehwag has something to entertain you during these trying times of social distancing

Former cricketer Virender Sehwag's video has the song from the 1952 movie Saqi, titled Door Door Se, sung by Lata Mangeshkar.

Mar 20, 2020

Janata Curfew wants people to bang on plates and pans. But from where and how remains a question for Mumbaikars

To toughen the fight against the deadly coronavirus, PM Modi, on his address to the nation on March 19, has urged the Indian public to practice 'Janata Curfew'on March 22, Sunday.

Mar 20, 2020