India

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

Artist Zinda Hai: Salman Khan redefines quarantine, shows his artistic side in new video [Watch]

Amidst Coronavirus pandemic, Bollywood's Bhai Salman Khan has shared a video of himself showing his artistic side.

Mar 19, 2020

Coronavirus affects 207,518 people worldwide: Findings reveal 8,248 deaths and 82,104 patients recovered

Despite strict controls exerted by countries across the globe on curbing travel plans and limiting people movement across borders, new findings released by Johns Hopkins University reveal a phenomenal increase in the number of coronavirus cases to reach 207,518 patients globally. The virus has killed 8,248 people, but 82,104 patients worldwide have recovered so far, across 157 countries.

Mar 18, 2020

NBCUniversal breaks theatrical window, will release films on demand for viewers

NBCUniversal has announced that its movie studio Universal Pictures and specialty label Focus Features will be releasing their films in theaters and on-demand, simultaneously, according to reports.

Mar 17, 2020

PM Modi pays tribute to 'Bangabandhu' Sheikh Mujibur Rahman on his 100th birth anniversary

In a tweet, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is remembered for his courage and indelible contribution to Bangladesh's progress.

Mar 17, 2020

Man hoarded 17,700 hand sanitizer bottles, now donates to church after facing backlash

He along with his brother reportedly spent three days moving around Tennessee hoarding more than 17,000 bottles of hand sanitizer, which have now been donated it to the local church as per reports

Mar 16, 2020

Frozen 2 full movie to be available on Disney+ a lot sooner than expected

The coronovirus outbreak has delayed the film releases, fashion shows and many more but there is something to cheer as Walt Disney has preponed the release of a new flick.

Mar 14, 2020

Thailand scraps visa on arrival for 19 countries including India

Thailand will temporarily suspend issuing visas on arrival to visitors from 19 countries and territories, including India, to contain the spread of the coronavirus, its interior minister said.

Mar 13, 2020

Coronavirus prompts Ellen DeGeneres, Jimmy Fallon and more shows to drop live audiences

The coronavirus has now affected America's popular shows as many of them have axed studio audiences due to concerns regarding outbreak fears.

Mar 12, 2020

Coronavirus: India closes its borders by suspending visas of foreign visitors till April 15

The regulations will come into effect at 1200 GMT on March 13 from the port of departure.

Mar 12, 2020

Historic moment for Bengaluru city police: 8 DCPs, 2 ACPs are women

For the first time, Bengaluru Police force consists eight out of 20 DCPs and two ACPs as women officers who are working towards making Bengaluru a safe city for everyone.

Mar 10, 2020

Japan warns India for cancelling e-visas to citizens over coronavirus scare

Japan issued a demarche to India seeking review of its decision to cancel e-visas to Japanese nationals along with citizens from various other countries like South Korea, Iran and Italy.

Mar 7, 2020

India to attempt going back to the Moon with Chandrayan-3 Lunar Lander

ISRO Chairman K Sivan had earlier stated that the configuration of Chandrayaan-3 will be similar to Chandrayaan-II, adding that Chandrayan-II was the most complex mission that ISRO had attempted.

Mar 5, 2020

India battles COVID-19: Iran-returned army officer quarantined in MP; 15 Italian tourists tested positive, under observation

An Indian Army officer and 14 Italian tourists have been admitted at hospitals in Mhow and Delhi, respectively, for coronavirus

Mar 4, 2020

Coronavirus outbreak: DGCA issues fresh guidelines for airport personnel

Fresh guidelines have been issued by the DGCA for airport personnel in order to prevent the coronavirus outbreak.

Mar 3, 2020

Coronavirus outbreak: Schools in Karnataka give leave to students, staff if unwell

Karnataka and Noida have taken steps to keep coronavirus at bay by shutting down schools and giving leave to students and staff who are unwell.

Mar 3, 2020

Hyderabad techie working in Bengaluru tests positive for coronavirus

Coronavirus has reached Delhi, Jaipur and now Telengana with a Bengaluru techie, who belongs to Hyderabad, being tested positive, with the aviation regulator DGCA stating that all passengers coming from Italy and Iran would undergo thermal screening

Mar 2, 2020