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Alas! 69,607 people have recovered from coronavirus globally

Now that's a positive relief, an air of optimism to breathe for the infected and their families amidst the soaring number of deaths caused by the deadly coronavirus, and most reports confirming no cure for the infected. Over 50,000 people have recovered in China's Hubei province worst-hit by Covid-19 and Iran has seen over 2,900 recoveries, also few coronavirus victims from India have been cured.

Mar 14, 2020

India declares COVID-19 a national 'disaster'

The Ministry of Home Affairs on Saturday, 14 March, declared COVID-19 as a national 'disaster' and announced to provide ex-gratia relief of Rs 4 lakh to the families who died of the virus.

Mar 14, 2020

PM Modi says no to foreign travel for Central Government ministers, large gatherings, panic

The Prime Minister urged citizens not to panic and told ministers not to travel to foreign countries

Mar 12, 2020

Economic impact of Coronavirus outbreak: What should global policymakers do to avert crisis?

Besides economic uncertainty that currently exists, the coronavirus outbreak will cost the global economy up to $2 trillion, according to findings in the UNCTAD report. It might trigger a recession in some countries and a deceleration of global annual growth to below 2.5 per cent.

Mar 10, 2020

Can scientists find coronavirus treatment?

Coronavirus drug: Japan's Takeda Pharma says it is developing COVID-19 medicine

The Japanese firm said it was working on a plasma-derived therapy which had previously been shown to be effective in the treatment of severe acute viral respiratory infections.

Mar 5, 2020

Coronavirus update: Should you really be hoarding face masks, sanitizers?

Panic buying face masks and sanitizers in the event of coronavirus spread in India should be avoided as there are better alternatives to stay protected.

Mar 4, 2020

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Virtual avatars can help perform physiotherapy at home

Outside of the clinic, patients rarely receive any guidance other than a leaflet of sketches or static photographs to instruct them how to complete their exercises.

Mar 2, 2020

National Science Day: Salute the talent of Indian scientists, PM Modi, Prez Kovind, others greet nation

The theme for the National Science Day 2020 is 'Women in Science', which aims to celebrate the contribution of women in the field of science. Senior leaders, including PM Modi as well as social media users.

Feb 28, 2020

IN THE VANGUARD OF DIGITAL REVOLUTION

Hitachi, with its advanced technological solutions, is contributing significantly to mission 'Digital India'

Feb 28, 2020

Vikas Swarup, Secretary (West), the Ministry of External Affairs, at UN Human Rights Council meeting

India at 43rd UN Human Rights Council meeting [READ FULL STATEMENT]

Indian diplomat Vikas Swarup touched up on various topics during his address at the 43rd session of the UN Human Rights Council, including terrorism, climate change, inequality, J&K and Pakistan.

Feb 26, 2020

India's robust health watch stalled coronavirus entry, says Health Minister Harsh Vardhan

Hailing the qualified health professionals for "resisting" the Ebola, Nipah virus and Swine flu in the past, Harsh Vardhan said that the doctor-to-population ratio will also be as per WHO standards.

Feb 23, 2020

Using daily moisturisers cannot prevent eczema in babies

Eczema is a very common skin problem affecting around one in five children in the UK. It usually starts in infancy, and a generally dry skin is often one of the first symptoms in babies who go on to develop the condition.

Feb 21, 2020

Isha Ambani, Shloka Mehta, Diya Mehta, Akash Ambani

Isha and Akash Ambani, Shloka Mehta's unseen childhood pictures will make you go aww

In the pictures, which are supposedly clicked at their school annual gathering, Isha Ambani, Shloka Mehta and Diya Mehta can be seen holding on to a trophy while Akash Ambani strikes a cute pose to the camera.

Feb 20, 2020

When 'drunk' Karan Patel allegedly gate-crashed ex-girlfriend Kamya Panjabi's party [Throwback]

Karan Patel, who played the role of Raman Bhalla in Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, had left millions in shock when news of his split with actress Kamya Panjabi broke out in 2015.

Feb 19, 2020

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: The Vital Cog in the Wheel of Digital Transformation

The Government of India is driving India's growth story with transformative initiatives like the Smart Cities Mission, Make in India and Digital India. By harnessing Information Technology (IT), Operational Technology (OT), Internet of Things (IoT) and big data analytics, the government is redefining the way it engages with the citizens. Disruption fuelled by future technologies lights a new path for governments to address rapid urbanisation challenges. Hitachi is paving the way for new technologies that allow India to achieve scale and business process efficiencies like never before.