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Global Covid caseload tops 210.7 mn; US hospitalisation rate for kids highest; Singapore, Myanmar, Tunisia report surge

The global coronavirus caseload has topped 210.7 million, while the deaths have surged to more than 4.41 million but more alarming is the rise in hospitalisation of children in the US, which reached its highest levels.

Aug 21, 2021

BTS Army makes hashtag "WeDemandApology" trend in India after Spanish podcast

In the podcast, five radio jockeys are seen disparagingly describing BTS as "Chinese backstreet boys". They alleged that "they have got surgeries done to look like a mix of Asians and North Americans."

Aug 18, 2021

Market climbs new high, Sensex crosses 56,000 points today

Around 10.05 a.m., Sensex was trading at 56,036.78, higher by 244.51 points or 0.44 per cent from its previous close of 55,792.27

Aug 18, 2021

India introduces new category of visa to fast track Afghan applications

From Afghanistan to India: Centre fast-tracks e-visa applications, says no religion-based priority [details]

In view of the prevailing critical condition in Afghanistan, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Tuesday announced a new category of electronic visas to fast-track applications of Afghans who are willing to come to India.

Aug 17, 2021

India register their third-ever Test win at Lord's; Also Virat Kohli's maiden Test win here

India pulled off a historic victory against England in the second Test of five-match series at Lord's. It was also Virat Kohli's maiden Test win at Lords as skipper.

Aug 17, 2021

UNSC to Taliban: Don't let Afghanistan used by terrorist groups to harm neighbours

UN Security Council said Taliban should ensure that the territory of Afghanistan is not used by terrorist groups to harm neighbours

Aug 17, 2021

India will facilitate repatriation of Afghan Sikhs and Hindus; closely monitoring situation [details]

There are also a number of Afghans who have been Indian partners in the promotion of mutual developmental, educational and people to people endeavours.

Aug 17, 2021

PM Modi announces National Hydrogen Mission; aims to make India energy independent [details]

In a major boost for India's energy sufficiency and security targets, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced to launch a National Hydrogen Mission.

Aug 15, 2021

India's cumulative COVID-19 vaccination coverage nears 53 crore mark; allays anti-vax fears

The cumulative number of COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in the country reached nearly 53 crore as per provisional report today, according to Union Health Ministry.

Aug 13, 2021

International Youth Day: History, theme, quotes and messages as world celebrates it amid Covid pandemic

UN Secretary-General António Guterres said the youth today are on the frontlines of the struggle to build a better future for all.

Aug 12, 2021

The Silent Seven: It's time to thank coaches behind India's Olympic feat

unseen hand of the coaches -- seven foreign and one Indian -- who played key roles in fashioning this moment of victory. Here's a look at who they are:

Aug 11, 2021

More than 52.56 Crore vaccine doses provided to States and UTs: Centre

More than 2.07 crore balance and unutilised COVID-19 vaccine doses are still available with the states, UTs and private hospitals to be administered, the Union Health Ministry said on Tuesday.

Aug 10, 2021

Drought in India set to increase in second half of 21st century, says IPCC report

With the latest IPCC report warning about increase in monsoon precipitation extremities, scientists have pointed at increasing instances of drought across India and South Asia.

Aug 10, 2021

Covid Update: India reports 28,204 new cases, lowest in 147 days

India on Tuesday recorded the lowest new daily Covid cases in the last 147 days. A total of 28,204 fresh cases were detected across the nation in the last 24 hrs.

Aug 10, 2021

More than 52.40 Crore vaccine doses provided to States/UTs: Centre

More than 2.33 crore balance and unutilised COVID-19 vaccine doses are still available with the states, union territories and private hospitals, the Union Health Ministry said on Monday

Aug 9, 2021

India's Cumulative COVID-19 Vaccination Coverage crosses 50.86 Cr

India's COVID-19 vaccination coverage has exceeded 50.86 crores and cumulatively, 50,86,64,759vaccine doses have been administered through 58,79,068 sessions, as per the provisional report till 7 am Aug 9, 2021.

Aug 9, 2021

The Indian Animal Welfare Board will provide advice to states on animal cruelty

In the Rajyasabha, Shri Parshottam Rupala, Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairy, speaks on the Animal Welfare Board and Penalties for Animal Cruelty

Aug 6, 2021

The RBI leaves key interest rates unchanged at 4%; Maintains protective shield for recovery

The Reserve Bank of India kept its key short-term lending rates unchanged to protect the fledgling economic recovery. The central bank's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) unanimously opted to keep the repo rate, or short-term lending rate, for commercial banks at 4%

Aug 6, 2021

Tokyo Olympics: Bajrang Punia survives a scare and advances to the quarterfinals

Bajrang Punia, a top Indian grappler, beat Kyrgyzstan's Ernazar Akmataliev in the opening bout to advance to the quarterfinals of the Tokyo Olympic Games, where he will face Iran's Morteza Ghiasi.

Aug 6, 2021

Haryana to reward Rs.50L to 9 state players in women's Olympic hockey team

Haryana has announced Rs 50 lakh in rewards for nine state-based women's Olympic hockey players

Aug 6, 2021

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India

Global Covid caseload tops 210.7 mn; US hospitalisation rate for kids highest; Singapore, Myanmar, Tunisia report surge

BTS Army makes hashtag "WeDemandApology" trend in India after Spanish podcast

Market climbs new high, Sensex crosses 56,000 points today

From Afghanistan to India: Centre fast-tracks e-visa applications, says no religion-based priority [details]

India register their third-ever Test win at Lord's; Also Virat Kohli's maiden Test win here

UNSC to Taliban: Don't let Afghanistan used by terrorist groups to harm neighbours

India will facilitate repatriation of Afghan Sikhs and Hindus; closely monitoring situation [details]

PM Modi announces National Hydrogen Mission; aims to make India energy independent [details]

India's cumulative COVID-19 vaccination coverage nears 53 crore mark; allays anti-vax fears

International Youth Day: History, theme, quotes and messages as world celebrates it amid Covid pandemic

The Silent Seven: It's time to thank coaches behind India's Olympic feat

More than 52.56 Crore vaccine doses provided to States and UTs: Centre

Drought in India set to increase in second half of 21st century, says IPCC report

Covid Update: India reports 28,204 new cases, lowest in 147 days

More than 52.40 Crore vaccine doses provided to States/UTs: Centre

India's Cumulative COVID-19 Vaccination Coverage crosses 50.86 Cr

The Indian Animal Welfare Board will provide advice to states on animal cruelty

The RBI leaves key interest rates unchanged at 4%; Maintains protective shield for recovery

Tokyo Olympics: Bajrang Punia survives a scare and advances to the quarterfinals

Haryana to reward Rs.50L to 9 state players in women's Olympic hockey team

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]

Is exhibiting cleavage mandatory? Malaika Arora opts for low neck sleeveless outfit at event in Vrindavan, leaves netizens furious