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AAP's 'Nammoora Charche' begins: Citizens raise concerns on BBMP's work in Bengaluru

The matter of roads in the Horamavu district were raised by experts and citizens in the ward alike on the functioning of the BBMP and what could make the workings of the civic body better during a live session today.

Jul 19, 2020

Asia shares climb as China blue chips hit five-year peak

Asian shares scaled four-month peaks on Monday as investors counted on super-cheap liquidity and fiscal stimulus to sustain the global economic recovery, even as surging coronavirus cases delayed re-openings across the United States.

Jul 6, 2020

Dial 108 for ambulance, 1912 if hospital denies bed; K'taka boosts COVID-19 efforts

Karnataka state government has responded to series of complaints and backlash over the lack of responsibility in handling COVID-19 patients.

Jul 5, 2020

On inducting transgenders in paramilitary forces, MHA seeks suggestions from CAPFs

In a significant development, the government is mulling over commissioning of the third gender as officers in the ITBP, SSB, BSF and CRPF.

Jul 2, 2020

Gilead's Remdesivir authorised for emergency use only

World takes stock of coronavirus drug remdesivir after US buys nearly all stocks

The pharmaceutical company's move stirred the global debate about equitable access to drugs and brought concerns about accessibility, especially in regions where coronavirus rates are still high or there have been new outbreaks.

Jul 2, 2020

Bengaluru in full lockdown mode on Sundays; night curfew timings revised

Owing to the increasing number of COVID-19 cases in Karnataka, CM Yediyurappa has issued fresh set of guidelines for lockdown across the state including Bengaluru, where there were the highest number of cases reported on a single day on Saturday.

Jun 28, 2020

Backlash over Reliance Jio's decision to charge voice calls

Reliance says Saudi's PIF to invest Rs 11,367 crore in Jio

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) will buy a 2.32% stake in Reliance Industries' digital unit Jio Platforms for 113.67 billion rupees ($1.49 billion), the Indian conglomerate said on Thursday, June 18.

Jun 18, 2020

Delhi doubles COVID-19 beds in 22 private hospitals; must display vacancy at entry

Aam Aadmi Party-led government has ordered 22 private hospitals to increase the number of beds to tackle the rising number of coronavirus cases and shortage of beds.

Jun 10, 2020

Why Covid-19 test is mandatory for hospitals performing planned elective surgery procedures

Planned elective surgery procedures such as laparoscopic, joint and kidney stone, gastric, and orthopedic can now be performed, only after the Covid-19 test is conducted through an ICMR-accredited laboratory.

Jun 4, 2020

Warehousing protocols must change with COVID-19; vital suggestions

In a post Coronavirus era, the warehousing sector must consider a few precautionary measures to ensure safety and efficiency. In this piece, I weigh in on this vital topic with some inputs.

May 30, 2020

Karnataka to create state health register for better services

The pilot will be launched in Chikkaballapura and Dakshina Kannada shortly and will be completed in 3-4 months, to be later extended all over the state.

May 28, 2020

Naagin 4 to go off-air because of lower TRPs? Here's the truth

Naagin series started in 2015 and many leading ladies of Indian TV industry have played the role of a shape-shifting snake on the same.

May 25, 2020

New H-1B legislation is great news for Indians; here's why

The H-1B and L-1 Visa Reform Act was introduced in the House of Representatives and the Senate today. It directs the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to prioritize the annual allocation of H-1B and L-1 visas for US-educated foreign students and skilled professionals with high-wages first.

May 24, 2020

Here's the break-up of economic package; allocation at Rs 20,97,053 crore

On Sunday, FM Sitharaman listed measures worth Rs 20,97,053 crore including RBI measures and steps announced under Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyana Package (PMGKP).

May 17, 2020

What does the extension of Operation Greens scheme from TOP to TOTAL mean for farmers and consumers?

To help prevent distress sale and reduction in prices of perishable fruits and vegetables for the farmers, while ensuring fair pricing of products for end-consumers, FM Sitharaman announced the extension on Operations Green scheme to now cover all fruits and vegetables (TOTAL) beyond tomato, onions and potatoes (TOP) announced earlier.

May 15, 2020

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