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Johnson & Johnson pauses COVID vaccine trial after volunteer falls ill

US pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson announced that it has temporarily paused its Covid-19 vaccine trial after a participant became unwell.

Oct 13, 2020

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'Don't levy GST on auto, realty, hospitality for 6 months': PwC report

As the pandemic has severely hit businesses and more so in the case of automobiles, hospitality and real estate sectors, a PwC report has suggested the suspension of Goods and Services Tax (GST) on these sectors for a minimum of six months.

Oct 11, 2020

Pakistan tried to smuggle AK-74, other weapons into Kashmir; failed - thanks to Indian Army

The Indian Army seized four AK-74 rifles, eight magazines and 240 rounds, averting a major terror attack.

Oct 10, 2020

Delhi restaurant owners rejoice; govt permits 24x7 operations, needs fewer licenses

The government also said that this will help the industry generate more employment in the national capital through increased demand.

Oct 8, 2020

What is CommonPass; new digital health pass enabling COVID-free air travel

As flights are starting to resume operations in a phased manner, World Economic Forum-backed CommonPass project is all about simplifying and making international air travels safe.

Oct 8, 2020

SBI gets new chief; Dinesh Khara appointed Chairman

The Centre on Tuesday appointed Dinesh Kumar Khara as the new Chairman of State Bank of India (SBI).

Oct 7, 2020

Fact-check: No, Andhra Govt is not starting casinos to cover revenue shortfall [details]

The Andhra Pradesh tourism department has debunked the claims that it is exploring the feasibility of floating casinos off the Visakhapatnam coast to generate revenue.

Oct 6, 2020

India Inc expects steady recovery in Oct-Mar FY21: CII CEOs Poll

The business fraternity expects a steady recovery in the Indian economy during the second half of the financial year 2020-21, shows a poll of CEOs done by CII.

Oct 5, 2020

No final decision on phase-3 trials of Sputnik V as yet: Harsh Vardhan

Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan clarified on Sunday that the government is yet to take a final decision on phase-3 trials of the Russian COVID-19 vaccine candidate Sputnik V.

Oct 5, 2020

IndiGo promoters' differences threaten services

How to avail full refund on air tickets booked during lockdown: Explained

Here you'll find all the details about availing refund for air tickets booked during the lockdown period from March 25 to May 24.

Oct 1, 2020

Silver Lake co-investors buy additional stake in Reliance Retail for Rs 1,875 crore

Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) and Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd (RRVL) announced on Wednesday that co-investors of Silver Lake will invest an additional Rs 1,875 crore into RRVL, a subsidiary of RIL.

Oct 1, 2020

Indo-China border dispute: What is 1959 claim line that China is talking about

The Chinese claim line of 1959 originated with the 1914 Simla Convention, which demarcated McMahon Line that separated Tibet from India.

Sep 30, 2020

Haryana man killed, body dumped in canal over a Rs 4,000 debt

A man from Haryana was killed over a debt of Rs 4,000 that he was unable to repay. The man had been missing since September 2nd.

Sep 27, 2020

Shiromani Akali Dal core committee decides unanimously to pull out of the BJP-led NDA

SAD day for BJP as oldest ally, quits; farmers bill kills alliance

Shiromani Akali Dal core committee has unanimously decided to pull out of the BJP-led NDA over the Centre's stubborn refusal to protect assured marketing of crops on MSP and its continued insensitivity to Punjabi and Sikh issues.

Sep 26, 2020

A view of Vidhana Soudha after the entry gates were closed following political development in Karnataka on July 10, 2019.

Karnataka Legislative Assembly: Nine bills passed in three hours

In a record time, the Karnataka Legislative Assembly managed to pass 9 crucial bills in just three hours on Friday. With little protest from the opposition, even the important Land Reforms (Amendment) Bill was passed.