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Justice Chandrachud's birthday: From Arnab to Section 377; landmark verdicts by SC judge

From decriminalizing Section 377 to upholding right to privacy, Justice Chandrachud has invariably been a part of all important matters of the Supreme Court.

Nov 11, 2020

After Pfizer announcement, Russia says its Sputnik COVID vaccine is 92% effective

Russia's Sputnik V vaccine is 92% effective at protecting people from COVID-19 according to interim trial results, the country's sovereign wealth fund said on Wednesday, as Moscow rushes to keep pace with Western drugmakers in the race for a shot.

Nov 11, 2020

Winter is coming: China building tunnels for all-weather access in Doklam

After stopping construction momentarily in 2017, the PLA has aggressively ramped up infrastructure in Doklam to ensure the free movement of its troops.

Nov 9, 2020

'I won't remove my mask': Pregnant Kareena Kapoor Khan to photographers who weren't wearing masks

Kareena Kapoor Khan who is pregnant with her second child has been actively working post the unlock begin but has been equally taking all the Covid precautions and also urges others to follow them. Check out her recent conversation with the paparazzi who weren't wearing masks.

Nov 9, 2020

Indian ingenuity: How students hide chits to cheat in exams [watch viral video]

Cheating in India might be organized, well-thought-of and widespread; children often cheat under pressure mounted by expectations of parents or peers influence. Here's a look at how some students explore new ways of hiding chits to cheat in exams.

Nov 7, 2020

Pandemic, lockdown hit Hollywood hard; Disney, Lionsgate to lay off employees

The coronavirus pandemic that has led to a worldwide lockdown has now affected the market in Hollywood. Top studios are now planning on downsizing.

Nov 6, 2020

US Presidential election to significantly impact global economy | Details inside

Although the Coronavirus' impact on the US economy has been profound, the result of the upcoming presidential election in November is likely to have a significant effect on the global economy in the next four years.

Nov 1, 2020

ACT Fibernet fails customers; poor service, negligence malign brand

Customers of ACT Fibernet broadband service have taken to social media to narrate their plight of poor internet services including connection loss for days and miserable customer care services in Hyderabad and Bengaluru.

Oct 31, 2020

Who is Mohit Joshi; new CEO of Havas Media Group

Mohit Joshi was managing director of Havas Media Group before being promoted to the role of CEO.

Oct 30, 2020

Sanofi, GSK to supply COVAX with 200 mn doses of COVID-19 vaccine

Sanofi and GSK have signed a Statement of Intent with Gavi, the legal administrator of the COVAX Facility, a global risk-sharing mechanism for pooled procurement and equitable distribution of eventual COVID-19 vaccines.

Oct 29, 2020

How changing geo-political situation pushes India towards US: Explained

Security and strategic challenges have pushed India to shift its policy from "non-alignment" to strengthening defence ties with the US to meet the geopolitical realities in the South Asian region.

Oct 28, 2020

NSA Doval meets Mike Pompeo, Mark Esper; greets them with elbow bump

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Defence Secretary Mark Esper who are in New Delhi for the third India-US 2+2 ministerial dialogue.

Oct 27, 2020

Mike Pompeo, Mark Esper arrive in New Delhi for India-US 2+2 Ministerial dialogue

Mike Pompeo, Mark Esper arrive in India for 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue; what's on agenda

US Secretary of State Michael Pompeo and Defence Secretary Mark T Esper arrived in India on Monday, October 26 for the third US-India 2+2 ministerial dialogue with their Indian counterparts.

Oct 26, 2020

PM Modi's Mann ki Baat highlights: Everything you need to know in 10 points

From being Vocal for Local to remembering our Bravehearts, PM Modi's Mann ki Baat on Sunday covered a whole lot more. Read on to get a quick recap in 10 simple points.

Oct 25, 2020

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Army Chief visit forward areas at LAC

Amid border tensions with China along the Line of Actual Control, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Indian Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane on Saturday visited Sukna Corp in Bengal's Darjeeling district.

Oct 24, 2020

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