India

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

Unemployment rate in India for March 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

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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

Ministry of Civil Aviation Secretary Pradeep Singh Kharola

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

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

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India

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

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

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

India vs Pakistan: Who's fighting coronavirus better?

Actor Woody Harrelson suggests 5G may be responsible for coronavirus

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

Canadian High Commission reaches out to India through WhatsApp chatbot

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

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

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

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

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

Singer John Prine critically ill with coronavirus symptoms, hospitalised

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]

Is exhibiting cleavage mandatory? Malaika Arora opts for low neck sleeveless outfit at event in Vrindavan, leaves netizens furious