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Covaxin, the more-preferred vaccine among Indians now, says survey: Here's its arduous journey to acceptance

A survey by 'LocalCircles' has found that 33 percent of Indians prefer Covaxin, the vaccine for COVID-19, produced by Bharat Biotech

Apr 6, 2021

Karnataka imposes restrictions amid COVID surge

Vaccination Drive: Covid survivors rush to take the jab in India

World Health Organisation (WHO) says for survivors of Covid infection, the "protection may not be lifelong", hence, vaccination is important.

Apr 5, 2021

Fact check: Rajasthan not first to offer free health insurance to residents [details]

Fact check: Rajasthan not first in India to offer free health insurance to residents [details]

Rajasthan has launched health insurance scheme for all of its residents and claimed it became the first state in doing so, which is not fully accurate.

Apr 2, 2021

Atmanirbhar Bharat: DRDO unveils lightweight bulletproof jacket for defence forces

The technology that makes a significant reduction in the weight of the jacket is critical because it will increase soldier comfort while maintaining survivability

Apr 2, 2021

Melody queen Asha Bhosle conferred with Maharashtra Bhushan award

Soon after the declaration, Thackeray, Pawar and others congratulated Asha Bhosle, 87, for the huge honour which will be conferred on her at a function to be held later.

Mar 25, 2021

Fact check: Postpone travel abroad for 2 years, 20 other dos and don'ts by ICMR fake [truth here]

A viral message attributed to ICMR is claiming that people must avoid traveling abroad for 2 years, stop wearing belts and wristwatches and much more. Here's the truth behind it.

Mar 21, 2021

Indian Army to acquire MILAN-2T Anti-Tank Guided Missiles, Here's why it's deadly

The deal just another addition to the Mod governments' push for 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' in defence sector.

Mar 20, 2021

Govind Namdev: There was a phase when people thought I was arrogant, egoistic (Exclusive)

Govind Namdev spoke about his career, OTT, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, Kiara Advani, Kartik Aaryan

Mar 19, 2021

India has 100 unicorn startups and here's what they do [see full list]

Here's a look at India's 100 unicorn startups that together command a market cap of $240 billion.

Mar 18, 2021

India sent medicines to 150 nations & vaccines to 72: Jaishankar

Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar in a statement in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday said that during the pandemic India supplied medicines to 150 countries including PPE kits to many nations and the country has become the pharmacy of the world.

Mar 17, 2021

Sputnik V the Russian vaccine for Covid-19 has reached India

India's Gland Pharma to produce upto 252 million doses for Russia's Sputnik V Vaccine

India's Gland Pharma Ltd said on Tuesday it has entered into an agreement with the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) to produce and supply up to 252 million doses of the Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine

Mar 16, 2021

Indian Army soldiers to get new rifles — lethal ones [details]

New rifles for the Indian army are equipped with a short-stroke pushrod gas system which helps reducing excessive heat and unburned powder in the action that ensures further reliability and function.

Mar 16, 2021

Repatriation exercise during the lockdown shows Govt's diplomatic success: Jaishankar

Repatriation of more than 45 lakh people from various countries during the Covid-19 lockdown highlights the success of diplomacy of the current government, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar told Parliament on Monday.

Mar 15, 2021

PM Modi to flag off 'Padyatra' from Sabarmati Ashram; launch new cultural, digital initiatives

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off a 'Padyatra' (March) from Sabarmati Ashram in Gujarat on Friday and launch various initiatives planned under 'Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav' to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of India's Independence.

Mar 11, 2021

Hindu nationalist Modi, prime ministerial candidate for India's main opposition BJP, seeks blessings from his mother Heeraben at her residence in Gandhinagar

PM Modi's mother receives first jab of COVID Vaccine; PM appeals to citizens

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that his mother, Heeraben Modi, received her first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine on Thursday in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.