Development is the aim of this government: PM Modi
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday virtually inaugurated a slew of projects in Kerala, and said that development is the aim of the government. “Development and good governance have no caste, creed or religion as development is for everyone and for that I seek the support of the people of Kerala. […]
Read More‘New geospatial policy opportunity for Indian industry’
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Experts from a range of domains on Friday discussed the implications and the road to implementation of the recently released Guidelines for acquiring and producing Geospatial Data and Geospatial Data Services, with the top scientific advisor to the government asserting that these guidelines will enable Indian innovators to make advanced […]
Read MoreCISF trooper saves Metro passenger’s life
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) A CISF constable, posted at the Indraprastha Metro station, saved the life of a passenger who suddenly collapsed on the platform, officials said on Friday. On Thursday, constable Anil Gunja noticed that a male passenger, who de-boarded from the metro, suddenly fell unconscious. Informing his seniors, he rushed to the […]
Read MoreCongress planning nationwide protest against fuel price hike
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Congress is planning to hold a nationwide protest against rising fuel prices in the country. Taking a swipe at the Centre for the steep hike in fuel prices, the chief spokesperson of the Congress, Randeep Surjewala, said, “Hum Do Hamare Do, Diesel Nabbe Petrol Sau,” adding that the BJP […]
Read MorePay wife Rs 2.6 cr alimony arrears or go to jail, SC to husband
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Friday gave a final opportunity to a man to clear Rs 2.6 crore arrears of maintenance, along with monthly maintenance of Rs 1.75 lakh, to his estranged wife, failing which he may be sent to jail. A bench, headed by Chief Justice S.A. Bobde and comprising […]
Read MoreMaster plans in offing for 44 cities in Bihar
Patna, Feb 19 (IANS) The Urban Development and Housing Ministry in Bihar has decided to prepare master plans for 44 cities in the state. An official said that the work has already started in 13 major cities. The master plan for Katihar has been completed and put into the public domain, inviting feedback from the […]
Read MoreAdriatic Pearl boxing: Indians assured of 12 medals
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Indian boxers competing in the 30th Adriatic Pearl in Budva, Montenegro, are assured of as many as 12 medals in the season’s first international event. Alfiya Pathan is expected to pocket India’s first medal as she will take on Moldova’s Daria Kozorev for the gold medal match in the women’s […]
Read MorePandemic lessening but need to stay vigilant: Satyendar Jain
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain on Friday said that the Covid-19 pandemic is now settling down as an endemic, but people still need to remain vigilant. “I feel now that after all the three waves of the coronavirus which hit the city, the virus is dying eventually. Now it is […]
Read MorePinarayi Vijayan prepares to fight anti-incumbency, tread new terrain
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 19 (IANS) No doubt, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is the tallest leader in the CPI-M and has proved himself as the most successful party secretary after being at the helm of affairs for 17 years. But now Vijayan is preparing to face what could be his most testing moment in a glorious […]
Read MoreShivraj finds mosquitoes at Sidhi circuit house, official suspended
Bhopal/Sidhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan recently visited Sidhi to meet the families of those affected by the tragedy and spent the night at a circuit house there. Owing to lack of hygiene in his room, it was full of mosquitoes. Not just this the overhead water tank at the […]
Read More2nd Covid vax dose recipients outnumber those getting first jab
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Union Health Ministry said that a total of 2,61,935 people, including healthcare and frontline workers, were vaccinated till 6.pm. on Friday, the thirty-fifth day of the drive, in 9,415 sessions across the country, as per the provisional report. Healthcare workers who received their booster dose, outnumbered the first dose […]
Read MoreFissures out in open in Raj Cong as Sachin pilots farmers’ cause
By Archana SharmaJaipur, Feb 19 (IANS) It was a different ‘Kisan Mahapanchayat’ at the Kotkhawada area of Chaksu town in Jaipur district on Friday where a huge crowd gathered to catch a glimpse of their ‘hero’ — Congress leader Sachin Pilot — cheering loudly to give a loud shout of approval to every word the […]
Read MoreKerala sees 4,505 new Covid cases, positivity rate below 7%
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 19 (IANS) Kerala on Friday saw its Covid positivity rate continue to stay below the seven per cent mark, with 4,505 cases reported out of the 67,754 samples sent for testing in the past 24 hours. A statement issued here by State Health Minister K.K. Shailaja also said 4,854 people turned negative, taking […]
Read MoreLocker management vital for cashless economy, frame rules: SC
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Friday said the present state of affairs on management on bank lockers is inadequate and muddled, and there is no uniformity in rules as it directed the RBI to lay down regulations, within six months, for steps necessary for banks on this issue. A bench comprising […]
Read MoreI-League: Clinical Gokulam Kerala blank Indian Arrows 4-0
Kalyani, Feb 19 (IANS) A stellar attacking performance in the second half, in which they scored four goals, helped Gokulam Kerala FC defeat Indian Arrows 4-0 and collect three points in the I-League at the Kalyani Municipal Stadium here on Friday. After a listless display in the first half in which Sharif Mohammad missed a […]
Read MoreCombination therapy suppresses pancreatic tumour growth: Study
New York, Feb 19 (IANS) Researchers have uncovered a potential new way to target pancreatic tumours that express high intratumooural interferon signalling (IFN). The team found that high type I IFN signalling is present in a subset of pancreatic tumours and it triggers a decrease in the level of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) and nicotinamide […]
Read MoreIndian children expose themselves on video chat site Omegle
London, Feb 19 (IANS) Omegle, a live video chat website, has found itself in a massive controversy after a BBC investigation found that children are exposing themselves to strangers on the platform where videos of child pornography are frequently being shared. The website became popular in India, apart from the US, Mexico and the UK, […]
Read MoreAndhra registers 79 more Covid infections, tally 8.89 lakh
Amaravati, Feb 19 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh reported a slightly higher number of new Covid-19 infections at 79 on Friday, raising the state’s tally over 8.89 lakh, even as 77 more persons recovered in the past 24 hours. Chittoor district reported the highest number of cases at 16, followed by Nellore (12), Anantapur (11), Krishna (7) […]
Read MoreNHSRCL opens technical bids for Sabarmati maintenance depot for Mum-Ahmedabad Bullet train project
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) on Friday opened the technical bids for the construction of Sabarmati Maintenance depot for 508-km Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed rail project, popularly known as the Bullet Train project, in which nine companies participated. An NHSRCL spokesperson here said that it had invited bids […]
Read MorePakistan deceiving FATF on action against terror outfits: Report
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Pakistan has been deceiving the FATF Task Force by pretending to take action against internationally designated terrorist groups and their financial networks but only on paper, a report said. In practice, these terror groups continue to function openly and are collecting funds publicly, a report in the Center of Political […]
Read MoreWe must induce road safety value in youngsters: Delhi police chief
New Delhi, Feb 19 ( IANS ) As a part of Delhi Police Week 2021 celebrations, the police hosted a commemorative function at Adarsh Auditorium, New Police Headquarters on Friday. S.N. Shrivastava, Commissioner of Police Delhi was the Chief Guest and Taj Hassan, Special CP, Traffic the guest of honour on the occasion. Speaking on […]
Read MoreAITA under-16 tennis: Pranav, Amodini emerge champions
Bengaluru, Feb 19 (IANS) Rethin Pranav and Amodini Vijay, seeded No.4 in the boys and girls respectively, emerged champions in the AITA under-16 tennis tournament at the Palace Grounds here on Friday. While Pranav stopped the giant-killer Shivaraj Chandan in the final with a 2-6, 6-2, 6-0 verdict, Amodini overcame Vanya Srivastav’s challenge 6-4, 5-7, […]
Read MoreApple TV+ is now available on new Chromecast with Google TV
San Francisco, Feb 19 (IANS) Apple TV app, including Apple TV+, is now globally available on the new Chromecast with Google TV, with more Google TV devices to come. To access the Apple TV app, navigate to the Apps tab or the apps row in the For you tab. Google TV gives users with subscriptions […]
Read MoreSamyukta Kisan Morcha to celebrate Feb 23 as Pagdi Sambhal Day
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Samyukta Kisan Morcha has urged everybody to observe February 23 as “Pagdi Sambhal Day. The day will be celebrated to assert the self-respect of farmers in memory of ‘Chacha’ Ajit Singh, the uncle of iconic revolutionary Bhagat Singh and founder of the “Pagdi Sambhal” movement. Farmers have been agitating […]
Read MoreProfit booking dents equity indices, banking stocks fall (Roundup)
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Heavy selling pressure in banking, auto and pharma sectors pulled India’s benchmark equity indices lower for the fourth consecutive session on Friday. Besides, subdued global cues as well as absence of any major positive trigger dented the indices. Globally, Asian stocks pulled back from all-time peaks as higher longer-dated bond […]
Read MoreCovid lesson: New treatment protocol in private hospitals
Hyderabad, Feb 19 (IANS) Learning lessons from the Covid-19 pandemic, leading private healthcare providers have started introducing changes in their treatment protocols. Drawing on the experience of tackling the pandemic during last one year, the hospitals are pre-screening patients not just for Covid-19 but also other potential infectious diseases. For this, some of the hospitals […]
Read MoreBangladesh board allows players to miss national duty for IPL
Dhaka, Feb 19 (IANS) Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has decided to give No Objection Certificates (NOC) to its players for the Indian Premier League, allowing them to miss matches for the national team. Bangladesh are due to play a Test series against Sri Lanka next month — details not finalised yet — and that will […]
Read MoreVijayendra Kumeria: My heart goes out to those who don’t have supportive partners
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Actor Vijendra Kumeria, or Dev Parikh of Naagin 5, is saddened by people committing suicides, actor Sandeep Nahar being the latest case. The late Nahar had, in his suicide note, stated his wife was mentally harassing him. Vijayendra feels it is very important to have supportive partners. “It is sad and […]
Read More‘Another lockdown in B’luru if social distancing norms ignored’
Bengaluru, Feb 19 (IANS) Bengaluru Municipal Commissioner N. Manjunatha Prasad on Friday warned that if people don’t exercise caution and fail to contain the rise of Covid-19 cases, then the Karnataka government has no option but re-enforce a lockdown in the city once again. His warning came during the meeting of the civic body’s doctors, […]
Read MoreFor Wood, family and England come ahead of IPL
Ahmedabad, Feb 19 (IANS) England pace bowler Mark Wood on Friday said that family and fitness were the reasons behind him pulling out of the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction at the last minute. Wood informed the franchises hours before the auction that he would not be part of the IPL mini-auction held in Chennai […]
Read MoreClosely monitoring Covid-19 situation in Maharashtra: Goa Health Minister
Panaji, Feb 19 (IANS) The Goa government is watching developments related to the Covid-19 spike in neighbouring Maharashtra, Health Minister Vishwajit Rane said on Friday, adding that strict action would be taken if the case of increasing Covid-19 cases continue. “We have been discussing with the CM. We have as to analyse if trend continues […]
Read MoreHCWs need not attend office right after vaccination: Delhi Govt
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Directorate of Family Welfare, Delhi government issued an order on Friday stating that the healthcare personnel working in state government facilities need not attend the office on the day of vaccination and may be treated “on duty”. “Healthcare personnel working in Delhi government facilities need not attend the office […]
Read MoreHCWs need not attend office right after vaccination: Delhi Govt
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Directorate of Family Welfare, Delhi government issued an order on Friday stating that the healthcare personnel working in state government facilities need not attend the office on the day of vaccination and may be treated “on duty”. “Healthcare personnel working in Delhi government facilities need not attend the office […]
Read MoreHCWs need not attend office right after vaccination: Delhi Govt
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Directorate of Family Welfare, Delhi government issued an order on Friday stating that the healthcare personnel working in state government facilities need not attend the office on the day of vaccination and may be treated “on duty”. “Healthcare personnel working in Delhi government facilities need not attend the office […]
Read MoreHCWs need not attend office right after vaccination: Delhi Govt
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Directorate of Family Welfare, Delhi government issued an order on Friday stating that the healthcare personnel working in state government facilities need not attend the office on the day of vaccination and may be treated “on duty”. “Healthcare personnel working in Delhi government facilities need not attend the office […]
Read MoreHCWs need not attend office right after vaccination: Delhi Govt
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Directorate of Family Welfare, Delhi government issued an order on Friday stating that the healthcare personnel working in state government facilities need not attend the office on the day of vaccination and may be treated “on duty”. “Healthcare personnel working in Delhi government facilities need not attend the office […]
Read MoreHCWs need not attend office right after vaccination: Delhi Govt
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Directorate of Family Welfare, Delhi government issued an order on Friday stating that the healthcare personnel working in state government facilities need not attend the office on the day of vaccination and may be treated “on duty”. “Healthcare personnel working in Delhi government facilities need not attend the office […]
Read MoreHCWs need not attend office right after vaccination: Delhi Govt
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Directorate of Family Welfare, Delhi government issued an order on Friday stating that the healthcare personnel working in state government facilities need not attend the office on the day of vaccination and may be treated “on duty”. “Healthcare personnel working in Delhi government facilities need not attend the office […]
Read MoreHCWs need not attend office right after vaccination: Delhi Govt
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Directorate of Family Welfare, Delhi government issued an order on Friday stating that the healthcare personnel working in state government facilities need not attend the office on the day of vaccination and may be treated “on duty”. “Healthcare personnel working in Delhi government facilities need not attend the office […]
Read MoreIndia’s foreign exchange reserves slip by $249 mn
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) India’s foreign exchange reserves declined by $249 million during the week ended February 12. According to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) weekly statistical supplement, the reserves increased to $583.697 billion from $583.945 billion reported for the week ended February 5. India’s forex reserves comprise of foreign currency assets (FCAs), gold […]
Read MoreIndia’s foreign exchange reserves slip by $249 mn
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) India’s foreign exchange reserves declined by $249 million during the week ended February 12. According to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) weekly statistical supplement, the reserves increased to $583.697 billion from $583.945 billion reported for the week ended February 5. India’s forex reserves comprise of foreign currency assets (FCAs), gold […]
Read MoreIndia’s foreign exchange reserves slip by $249 mn
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) India’s foreign exchange reserves declined by $249 million during the week ended February 12. According to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) weekly statistical supplement, the reserves increased to $583.697 billion from $583.945 billion reported for the week ended February 5. India’s forex reserves comprise of foreign currency assets (FCAs), gold […]
Read MoreIndia’s foreign exchange reserves slip by $249 mn
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) India’s foreign exchange reserves declined by $249 million during the week ended February 12. According to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) weekly statistical supplement, the reserves increased to $583.697 billion from $583.945 billion reported for the week ended February 5. India’s forex reserves comprise of foreign currency assets (FCAs), gold […]
Read MoreIndia’s foreign exchange reserves slip by $249 mn
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) India’s foreign exchange reserves declined by $249 million during the week ended February 12. According to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) weekly statistical supplement, the reserves increased to $583.697 billion from $583.945 billion reported for the week ended February 5. India’s forex reserves comprise of foreign currency assets (FCAs), gold […]
Read MoreIndia’s foreign exchange reserves slip by $249 mn
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) India’s foreign exchange reserves declined by $249 million during the week ended February 12. According to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) weekly statistical supplement, the reserves increased to $583.697 billion from $583.945 billion reported for the week ended February 5. India’s forex reserves comprise of foreign currency assets (FCAs), gold […]
Read MoreIndia’s foreign exchange reserves slip by $249 mn
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) India’s foreign exchange reserves declined by $249 million during the week ended February 12. According to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) weekly statistical supplement, the reserves increased to $583.697 billion from $583.945 billion reported for the week ended February 5. India’s forex reserves comprise of foreign currency assets (FCAs), gold […]
Read MoreMFs trim positions in Nifty heavyweights in Jan, invest in all IPOs
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) As equity and equity-linked mutual funds witnessed outflow of funds for the seventh consecutive month in January, domestic mutual funds trimmed positions in Nifty heavyweights including Reliance Industries (RIL), Infosys and Bharti Airtel, showed an Edelweiss report. It noted that alhough MFs were net sellers in the telecom major Bharti […]
Read MoreMFs trim positions in Nifty heavyweights in Jan, invest in all IPOs
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) As equity and equity-linked mutual funds witnessed outflow of funds for the seventh consecutive month in January, domestic mutual funds trimmed positions in Nifty heavyweights including Reliance Industries (RIL), Infosys and Bharti Airtel, showed an Edelweiss report. It noted that alhough MFs were net sellers in the telecom major Bharti […]
Read MoreMFs trim positions in Nifty heavyweights in Jan, invest in all IPOs
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) As equity and equity-linked mutual funds witnessed outflow of funds for the seventh consecutive month in January, domestic mutual funds trimmed positions in Nifty heavyweights including Reliance Industries (RIL), Infosys and Bharti Airtel, showed an Edelweiss report. It noted that alhough MFs were net sellers in the telecom major Bharti […]
Read MoreMFs trim positions in Nifty heavyweights in Jan, invest in all IPOs
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) As equity and equity-linked mutual funds witnessed outflow of funds for the seventh consecutive month in January, domestic mutual funds trimmed positions in Nifty heavyweights including Reliance Industries (RIL), Infosys and Bharti Airtel, showed an Edelweiss report. It noted that alhough MFs were net sellers in the telecom major Bharti […]
Read MoreHi-tech methods used to investigate Delhi riots : Delhi Police chief
New Delhi, Feb 19 ( IANS ) Delhi Police Commissioner S.N. Shrivastava while addressing the media during the annual Press Conference said that the Delhi Police had used hi-tech methods such as DNA fingerprinting, Facial Recognition System (FRS), e-Vahan database, drone mapping and geo location to identify and arrest the rioters involved in the Delhi […]
Read MoreE-mode payment will plug leakages: Centre
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The central government on Friday said that it has no intention to eliminate Arthiyas in Punjab and Haryana and no direction has been issued to eliminate Arthiyas from the mandi system. However, the Centre has directed the state governments of Haryana and Punjab to ensure online payments to farmers through […]
Read MoreE-mode payment will plug leakages: Centre
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The central government on Friday said that it has no intention to eliminate Arthiyas in Punjab and Haryana and no direction has been issued to eliminate Arthiyas from the mandi system. However, the Centre has directed the state governments of Haryana and Punjab to ensure online payments to farmers through […]
Read MoreIndia, US soldiers hold joint counter-terrorism drill in desert
By Sumit Kumar SinghMahajan Field Firing Range (Rajasthan), Feb 19 (IANS) India and US soldiers are carrying out a joint tactical level exercise in the Thar desert, aimed at enhancing cooperation and interoperability. The 16th edition of bilateral exercise Yudh Abhyas is being conducted at the foreign training node at the Mahajan Field Firing Range […]
Read MoreSankrail freight terminal in WB will provide quick freight movement from industrial area: Goyal
New Delhi/Kolkata, Feb 19 (IANS) Railway Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said that Sankrail freight terminal which has eight full electrified lines will provide the facility of quick freight movement from industrial areas in West Bengal. Goyal made the remarks after inaugurating second foot over bridge at Santragachi, Freight Terminal at Sankrail (Phase-I) and Vivekananda […]
Read MoreChina starts psy-war, releases Galwan clashes video ahead of military delegates meet
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Ahead of the military commanders meeting on Saturday to de-escalate tensions at the Line of Actual Control, China has started a psy-war in which it released a video of Galwan Valley clashes on social media accusing the Indian Army of being aggressive and leading to the clash. The Indian Army […]
Read MoreChina starts psy-war, releases Galwan clashes video ahead of military delegates meet
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Ahead of the military commanders meeting on Saturday to de-escalate tensions at the Line of Actual Control, China has started a psy-war in which it released a video of Galwan Valley clashes on social media accusing the Indian Army of being aggressive and leading to the clash. The Indian Army […]
Read MoreChina starts psy-war, releases Galwan clashes video ahead of military delegates meet
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Ahead of the military commanders meeting on Saturday to de-escalate tensions at the Line of Actual Control, China has started a psy-war in which it released a video of Galwan Valley clashes on social media accusing the Indian Army of being aggressive and leading to the clash. The Indian Army […]
Read MoreChina starts psy-war, releases Galwan clashes video ahead of military delegates meet
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Ahead of the military commanders meeting on Saturday to de-escalate tensions at the Line of Actual Control, China has started a psy-war in which it released a video of Galwan Valley clashes on social media accusing the Indian Army of being aggressive and leading to the clash. The Indian Army […]
Read MoreChina starts psy-war, releases Galwan clashes video ahead of military delegates meet
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Ahead of the military commanders meeting on Saturday to de-escalate tensions at the Line of Actual Control, China has started a psy-war in which it released a video of Galwan Valley clashes on social media accusing the Indian Army of being aggressive and leading to the clash. The Indian Army […]
Read MoreChina starts psy-war, releases Galwan clashes video ahead of military delegates meet
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Ahead of the military commanders meeting on Saturday to de-escalate tensions at the Line of Actual Control, China has started a psy-war in which it released a video of Galwan Valley clashes on social media accusing the Indian Army of being aggressive and leading to the clash. The Indian Army […]
Read MoreRohitashv Gour on Nehha Pendse as new Anita Bhabhi: The chemistry can be created again
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Actress Nehha Pendse has stepped in as the popular Anita Bhabhi in the hit sitcom, Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain! Actor Rohitashv Gaur, who plays one of the protagonists Manmohan Tiwari, feels she will be able to carry off the character with ease. Anita Bhabhi was popularised by actress Saumya Tandon, who […]
Read MoreRohitashv Gour on Nehha Pendse as new Anita Bhabhi: The chemistry can be created again
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Actress Nehha Pendse has stepped in as the popular Anita Bhabhi in the hit sitcom, Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain! Actor Rohitashv Gaur, who plays one of the protagonists Manmohan Tiwari, feels she will be able to carry off the character with ease. Anita Bhabhi was popularised by actress Saumya Tandon, who […]
Read MoreRohitashv Gour on Nehha Pendse as new Anita Bhabhi: The chemistry can be created again
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Actress Nehha Pendse has stepped in as the popular Anita Bhabhi in the hit sitcom, Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain! Actor Rohitashv Gaur, who plays one of the protagonists Manmohan Tiwari, feels she will be able to carry off the character with ease. Anita Bhabhi was popularised by actress Saumya Tandon, who […]
Read MoreRohitashv Gour on Nehha Pendse as new Anita Bhabhi: The chemistry can be created again
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Actress Nehha Pendse has stepped in as the popular Anita Bhabhi in the hit sitcom, Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain! Actor Rohitashv Gaur, who plays one of the protagonists Manmohan Tiwari, feels she will be able to carry off the character with ease. Anita Bhabhi was popularised by actress Saumya Tandon, who […]
Read MoreFrom RCB nets to RR colours, thanks to variations (Profile)
By Khurram HabibNew Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Left-arm pace bowler Chetan Sakariya, who was picked by Rajasthan Royals for Rs.1.2 crore in the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction on Thursday, began assisting his maternal uncle in his stationery business in his village, some 10 kilometres from Bhavnagar in Gujarat, even while he was finishing school. […]
Read MoreFrom RCB nets to RR colours, thanks to variations (Profile)
By Khurram HabibNew Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Left-arm pace bowler Chetan Sakariya, who was picked by Rajasthan Royals for Rs.1.2 crore in the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction on Thursday, began assisting his maternal uncle in his stationery business in his village, some 10 kilometres from Bhavnagar in Gujarat, even while he was finishing school. […]
Read MorePak out to repeat 1990, guns turned towards members of minority community (Opinion)
By Dar JavedAs the delegation of envoys from 23 countries concluded their Kashmir visit on Wednesday evening, militants made their presence felt by attacking the son of the owner of a famous eatery, Krishna Dhaba, at Sonawar in uptown Srinagar. Aakash Mehra (22), son of Ramesh Kumar Mehra, was fired upon by the gunmen when […]
Read MoreED to examine documents to see if Amazon dodged regulators
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Spelling more trouble for e-commerce giant Amazon, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) will examine its documents over allegations that it dodged India’s regulators, sources said on Friday. An ED source related to the development told IANS, “We will examine the documents of Amazon, as it has been alleged that it favoured […]
Read MoreED to examine documents to see if Amazon dodged regulators
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Spelling more trouble for e-commerce giant Amazon, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) will examine its documents over allegations that it dodged India’s regulators, sources said on Friday. An ED source related to the development told IANS, “We will examine the documents of Amazon, as it has been alleged that it favoured […]
Read MoreED to examine documents to see if Amazon dodged regulators
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Spelling more trouble for e-commerce giant Amazon, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) will examine its documents over allegations that it dodged India’s regulators, sources said on Friday. An ED source related to the development told IANS, “We will examine the documents of Amazon, as it has been alleged that it favoured […]
Read MoreKangana reacts to ‘Naachney gaane wali’ jibe: I am a Rajput woman I break bones
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Actress Kangana Ranaut on Friday evening reacted to former Madhya Pradesh minister Sukhdev Panse’s derogatory remark about her, calling her a “naachney gaane waali”. The actress tweeted a strong reply based on an IANS tweet about Panse’s comment earlier in the day. “Whoever this fool is does he know I am […]
Read MoreAge immaterial, what matters is series of actions: Ex-judges, cops on Disha Ravi
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Former law enforcement officers have said that in the case of Disha Ravi, age is immaterial, and what matters is the series of actions that are “naturally anti-national”. In a letter to the President of India, a forum of concerned citizens from judicial and law enforcement backgrounds said that they […]
Read MoreMy career has never been dependent on my co-actors: Priyanka
By Sukant DeepakNew Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) “There is no rulebook for me and I don’t believe in planning too much. I have never allowed my work to define me completely. All my life, I have chosen diverse roles — across genres, continents and platforms, and my career has never been dependent on my co-actors,” […]
Read MoreTwo youths arrested for poisoning Unnao girls
Unnao (Uttar Pradesh), Feb 19 (IANS) Two youths have been arrested in connection with the death of two Dalit girls in Unnao, police said on Friday. The arrested youths were identified as Vinay and Raju. According to Inspector General, Range, Laxmi Singh, the crime was a result of jilted love. The accused was in love […]
Read MoreAmitabh Bachchan-starrer ‘Jhund’ in theatres on June 18
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Amitabh Bachchan confirmed on Friday that his new film Jhund will release in theatres on June 18. The film is directed by Sairat maker Nagraj Manjule. “Covid gave us setbacks .. but it’s comeback time now! WE’RE BACK IN THEATERS .. JHUND releasing 18th June !!” Big B tweeted. “AMITABH BACHCHAN: […]
Read MoreRains with thunderstorm lash Hyderabad, 1 electrocuted
Hyderabad, Feb 19 (IANS) Hyderabad and some other parts of Telangana received rains with thunderstorm for a second consecutive day under the influence of an upper air circulation on Friday. Met officials said parts of the state saw light to moderate thunderstorm with light to moderate rains during the last 24 hours. The rains on […]
Read MoreSmog tower at Connaught Place likely to be ready by June
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Delhi government is likely to complete the installation of the much-awaited smog tower at Connaught Place area by June this year, sources told IANS. The direction in this regard came during a review meeting chaired by Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai at his office on Friday. During the meeting, […]
Read More2 cops killed in LeT attack in Srinagar, terrorists identified (2nd Ld)
Srinagar, Feb 19 (IANS) Two policemen were injured on Friday in a hit and run attack in Srinagar city and succumbed to their injuries, officials said. Police blamed the Lashkar-e-Taiba for the attack, and said that the two terrorists behind it have been identified. Police said militants fired at a police party in the Baghat […]
Read MoreAn inspirational story of a wrestler from Indore slums (IANS Special)
By Navneet SinghNew Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) There have been many nights in the life of Khelo India University Games medallist wrestler Sunny Jadhav (60kg), who still lives in an Indore slum, when he would just have tea and biscuits for dinner, or would go to sleep empty stomach. He would clean cars to earn […]
Read MoreAkshay-Sara-Dhanush starrer ‘Atrangi Re’ in theatres on August 6
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Aanand L. Rai’s Atrangi Re has been locked for theatrical release on August 6. The film stars Akshay Kumar, Sara Ali Khan, Dhanush and Nimrat Kaur in lead roles. This is the first time Akshay, Sara and Nimrat are working with Rai, while the filmmaker has worked with Dhanush earlier in […]
Read MoreHave not transgressed into Odisha territory, Andhra tells SC
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh has told the Supreme Court it is administering its own territory and had not infringed upon territory of the neighbouring Odisha, which moved the court seeking initiation of contempt against its senior officials. Contending that the Odisha government plea seeking action for contempt is not maintainable, the Andhra […]
Read MoreChris Noth not returning as Mr Big in ‘Sex And The City’ reboot
Los Angeles, Feb 19 (IANS) Actor Chris Noth will not reprise his popular role of Mr Big in the reboot of the hit show, Sex And The City. Noth’s John James ‘Mr. Big’ Preston has been a recurring character over the seasons, as the love interest of Sarah Jessica Parker’s character Carrie Bradshaw, but the […]
Read MoreUber loses long-standing case in UK on drivers’ status
London, Feb 19 (IANS) Ride-hailing major Uber has lost a long running employment tribunal challenge in the UK’s Supreme Court — with the court dismissing its appeal and reaffirming earlier rulings that drivers who brought the case are workers, not independent contractors. The case, which dates back to 2016, has major ramifications for Uber’s business […]
Read MoreSculptor cycled for 17 days to Ghazipur border to support farmers
Ghazipur (New Delhi), Feb 19 (IANS) Lending his support to the protesting farmers by making idols of clay, sculptor Muktikant Biswal arrived at the Ghazipur border in the national Capital all the way from Odisha. He rode a bicycle for 17 days to express his solidarity with farmers protesting against the three farm laws. Biswal, […]
Read MoreDays after vaccine shot, Andhra woman succumbs to fever
Pulivendula (Andhra Pradesh), Feb 19 (IANS) A 58-year-old anganwadi teacher died a few days after taking the Covid-19 vaccine shot at Pulivendula in Kadapa district in Andhra Pradesh. T. Narayanamma, a resident of the Ahobilapuram locality in Pulivendula, died on Thursday night. She got inoculated with the Covid vaccine a fortnight ago at the local […]
Read MoreAnjaneyulu’s paintings light up lanterns to the tune of cassette players
By S. RaviNew Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Dont go by the first impression when you visit the virtual exhibition “Museum of Memories” being presented by Art Alive Gallery. There is more to the mundane objects brought alive by Anjaneyulu G in his oil and acrylic on canvas, oil on canvas and linen artworks. The isolation […]
Read MoreGovt keen to utilise more technologies in farming sector: Tomar
Guwahati, Feb 19 (IANS) Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar on Friday said that the government is keen to use more technology in farming so that the farmers can get more price from their produce. “Besides use of more technology, various efforts were undertaken and many schemes launched for the further improvement of the agriculture […]
Read MoreVicky Kaushal finally latches onto #dontrushchallenge
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Actor Vicky Kaushal has taken part in the #dontrushchallenge, even though he is a bit late! On Friday, Vicky shared a video on Instagram, where he is seen dancing to a remixed version of the song Don’t rush. In the video, Vicky dances with two others. However, the actor does not […]
Read MoreBihar: Fuel price hike storms Budget session on Day 1
Patna, Feb 19 (IANS) The surge in auto fuel and LPG cylinder prices rocked the first day of the Budget session in Bihar on Friday with the opposition parties accusing the government of cheating the ‘common people’. Congress’ Shakeel Ahmad Khan came at the state legislature with a clay stove and woods to protest against […]
Read MoreExtension of Olympic qualification period good for players: Gopichand
By Rohit MundayurNew Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Extension of the Olympic qualification period for badminton can only be good for Indian players as it gives them more time in between tournaments, said chief national coach Pullela Gopichand. The Badminton World Federation (BWF) said on Friday that the qualification period for the sport has been extended […]
Read More1583 Goa revolt challenges 1857 Meerut uprising as country’s first war-cry against colonists
Panaji, Feb 19 (IANS) Sepoy Mangal Pandey-inspired Meerut uprising of 1857, reckoned in history as the first revolt against colonial rule, may well have competition. According to Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, a revolt in 1583 by villagers of Cuncolim in South Goa, then a flourishing hub of trade, which inspired a several years’ long boycott […]
Read MorePunjab CM, ministers thank people for civic polls win
Chandigarh, Feb 19 (IANS) Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Friday led his Council of Ministers in thanking the people of the state for “the resounding verdict in favour of the Congress” and “validation of the state government’s pro-people and pro-farmer policies” in this recently-concluded civic elections. Expressing their gratitude to the voters for ensuring […]
Read MoreMumbai City look to stay on top with win against Jamshedpur (Match Preview 100)
Vasco (Goa), Feb 19 (IANS) A late slump has led to Mumbai City playing catch up with ATK Mohun Bagan for the top spot of the Indian Super League (ISL) standings. Mumbai’s inferior goal difference to Bagan led to them going down to second place with just three matches left in the season. It means […]
Read MoreI-League: Clinical NEROCA keep top 6 hopes alive, beat Sudeva 2-0
Kolkata, Feb 19 (IANS) North Eastern Re-Organising Cultural Association (NEROCA) Football Club gave themselves a fighting chance in the race to finish in the top 6 of the I-League by beating Sudeva Delhi 2-0 at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan on Friday. Goals by Judah Garcia and substitute Songpu Singsit ensured a victory for Gift Raikhan’s […]
Read MoreHackers can infiltrate into your devices via Clubhouse
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) As invite-only audio conversation app Clubhouse gains popularity, cyber security experts warned on Friday that hackers can distribute malicious code under the guise of fake applications to join the platform. There are privacy concerns because Clubhouse works with a Shanghai-based company called Agora to provide real-time audio technology support. The […]
Read MorePoliticians panic as many top Maha leaders in Covid grip
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Sending alarm bells ringing, several Maharashtra leaders across political parties have been infected by Covid-19, including two who have tested positive for the second time, officials said here on Friday. The infected dignitaries include Nationalist Congress Party State President and Water Resources Minister Jayant Patil, Health Minister Rajesh Tope, Food & […]
Read MoreUS return to 2015 Paris Agreement becomes official
BY VISHAL GULATINew Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The US return to the 2015 Paris Agreement became official on Friday, paving the way for climate actions through its domestic and international policies while creating millions of “green” jobs. But what does that mean for the global climate action? Climate diplomats and campaigners believe the US will […]
Read More‘Neerja’ turns 5: Ram Madhvani gets nostalgic, Sonam posts about courage
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) The Sonam Kapoor-starrer Neerja turned five on Friday, and the film’s director Ram Madhvani says the much-applauded effort was possible only with the support they received from Neerja Bhanot’s family. The film stars Sonam as late Ashok Chakra recipient air-hostess Neerja Bhanot, who died while protecting the lives of passengers on […]
Read MorePatole row: Cong says it won’t stop shooting or release of films
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) A day after Maharashtra state President Nana Patole said that Congress workers will not allow shooting and release of films by Amitabh Bachhan and Akshay Kumar, Congress Chief spokesperson Randeep Surjewala said that the party respects freedom of speech but raised questions about the two actors. He said the cause […]
Read MoreAttempts were made to erase Netaji’s contributions: Shah
Kolkata, Feb 19 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who is on a two-day visit to poll-bound West Bengal, said on Friday that attempts were made to erase the contribution of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, but he still continues to inspire the citizens. Shah, who on Friday attended a ‘Shauryanjali’ programme at the National Library […]
Read MoreBill & Melinda Gates Foundation and CSIR sign MoU to promote health research
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), India have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support the development, conduct and promotion of health research in India. Gates Foundation and CSIR will work together to identify opportunities to initiate scientific and technological collaborations. These […]
Read MoreDCW rescues 8-year-old boy who was tortured by his stepmother
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) has rescued an 8-yr-old boy who suffered brutality at the hands of his stepmother. The boy was regularly beaten up by his stepmother, who resided in West Delhi’s Hari Nagar area. The boy’s cries were regularly heard in the neighbourhood and the neighbours tried […]
Read MoreDineout acquires event curator SteppinOut
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Restaurant tech platform Dineout on Friday announced it has acquired event and experience curator SteppinOut for an undisclosed sum. This is the fifth acquisition by Dineout after inResto, Torqus, Gourmet Passport and Binge Digital. The fresh acquisition will help Dineout host multiple types of offline experiences ranging from food festivals, […]
Read MorePfizer vaccine 75% effective after first shot: Israeli study
Jerusalem, Feb 19 (IANS) A team of Israeli researchers on Friday showed that Covid-19 infections reduced by 75 per cent after the administration of the first dose of the Pfizer vaccine. The data, published in the peer-reviewed Lancet medical journal, centered on a study of around 9,000 Sheba healthcare workers, around 7,000 of which received […]
Read MoreWon’t be under pressure in Aus Open final vs Djokovic: Medvedev
Melbourne, Feb 19 (IANS) Russia’s Daniil Medvedev admitted that he won’t be under too much pressure in the Australian Open final against Novak Djokovic who has never lost a summit clash in Melbourne. Medvedev reached his first Australian Open final on Friday after beating Greece’s Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-4, 6-2, 7-5 and will be facing Djokovic […]
Read MoreIndia successfully tests indigenous anti-tank guided missile
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) India on Friday successfully tested its indigenously-developed anti-tank guided missile systems from an airborne platform. The missile systems have been designed and developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Joint user trials for Helina, the Army version, and Dhruvastra, the Air Force version, were carried out from the […]
Read MoreU’khand deluge: 166m of tunnel cleared
Dehradun, Feb 19 (IANS) Rescuers were on Friday busy finding more bodies as they toiled hard and used different gadgets inside a tunnel in disaster hit Tapovan project in Uttarakhands Chamoli district. “We have reached 166m deep inside the tunnel and 6m in slope. We are using all gadgets to look for more bodies,” a […]
Read MoreNokia 3.4 to go on sale in India on February 20
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, announced on Friday that its recently launched Nokia 3.4 will be available in India starting February 20 in fjord, dusk and charcoal colour options. The smartphone will be available across leading retail outlets and online channels in India, including Nokia.com/com, Amazon.in and Flipkart, […]
Read MoreJharkhand HC turns down Lalu Prasad’s bail plea
Ranchi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Jharkhand High Court on Friday rejected the bail petition of former Bihar Chief Minister and RJD President Lalu Prasad. Turning down the plea, Justice Apresh Kumar Singh ruled that two months are left to complete half of the jail sentence and bail could be granted only after that. The CBI, […]
Read More3-week annual garden tourism festival begins in Delhi
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation (DTTDC) along with Delhi government’s Tourism Department on Friday kicked off the annual garden tourism festival at the Garden of Five Senses located near Saket in south Delhi. This annual flower show that used to conclude within one week has been extended to […]
Read MoreStandard Chartered official held in Rs 3L bribery case
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) In one of the big bribery cases this year, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) said on Friday that it has arrested an official of the Standard Chartered Bank and also carried out searches in Chennai, recovering cash to the tune of Rs 18 lakh in connection with its probe […]
Read MoreAamir Khan to shoot in Kargil for ‘Laal Singh Chaddha’?
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan will shoot for the final schedule of his upcoming film Laal Singh Chaddha in Kargil, a source close to the project said on Friday. “The team is waiting for the snow to melt so that the team can go ahead and shoot the Kargil war sequence in […]
Read More‘Kabir Mahotsav’ to be held in Varanasi
Varanasi, Feb 19 (IANS) A Kabir Mahotsav will be held in Varanasi at the end of February, showcasing the life of ‘Sant’ Kabir, the 15th-century Indian mystic poet and seer, whose writings influenced the Bhakti movement. The Mahotsav will also focus on other Bhakti cult mystics, including Guru Nanak, Gorakhnath and Rahim Das, who were […]
Read MoreMoody’s upgrades LG Electronics’ credit ratings by one notch
Seoul, Feb 19 (IANS) Global rating agency Moody’s Investors Service on Friday upgraded credit ratings of LG Electronics for the first time in seven years after the South Korean tech giant reported record earnings last year. Moody’s raised the ratings of LG Electronics to Baa2 from Baa3, with its ratings outlook remaining “stable.” This is […]
Read MoreDeendayal Port surpasses 100 MMT cargo handling target
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Deendayal Port, which is one of the 12 major ports in India, has surpassed the 100 million metric tonne (MMT) target in cargo handling. The Deendayal Port, which was earlier known as Kandla Port, is situated in Kutch district in Gujarat. The port handled 13.25 MMT of liquid cargo […]
Read MoreSC: Would like to see MP HC’s views on law on religious conversion
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Supreme Court said on Friday that it would like to see the view of Madhya Pradesh High Court while declining to entertain a plea challenging the validity of the controversial MP ordinance regulating conversions due to inter-faith marriages. A bench headed by Chief Justice S.A. Bobde and comprising Justices […]
Read MoreAus Open: Medvedev beats Tsitsipas, sets up final against Djokovic (Lead)
Melbourne, Feb 19 (IANS) Russian fourth seed Daniil Medvedev on Friday beat Greece’s Stefanos Tsitsipas to reach his first Australian Open final. Medvedev was clinical throughout the match and dismantled Tsitsipas in straight sets with the score reading 6-4 6-2 7-5 at the Rod Laver Arena. This is Medvedev’s second Grand Slam final, having made […]
Read MoreBJP MP Pragya Thakur re-admitted to AIIMS after ‘breathing issue’
New Delhi, Feb (IANS) Nearly two months after discharge, BJP MP Pragya Singh Thakur was on Friday re-admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) here after she complained of chest congestion and a slight breathing issue. Thakur, the Member of Parliament from Bhopal. is kept in a private ward and AIIMS Director […]
Read MoreDr Reddy’s initiates process for EUA of Sputnik V (Ld)
Hyderabad, Feb (IANS) Pharma major Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd on Friday announced that it has initiated the process with the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) for Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) of the well-studied human adenoviral vector-based platform vaccine candidate, Sputnik V. As part of the review process, Dr. Reddy’s will present the safety profile […]
Read MoreClubhouse lands on Google Play Store but you can’t sign up
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Silicon Valley’s breakout social audio app Clubhouse is apparently available on Google Play Store for download but strangely, you can’t sign up yet. “Join our waitlist and we will let you know when we are open up signups on our mobile app,” reads the message after downloading the Android app. […]
Read MorePunjab to revive industry in post-Covid era with fiscal incentives
Chandigarh, Feb 19 (IANS) To promote post-Covid-19 industrial revival and attract greater investment, the Punjab Cabinet on Friday gave approval to amend the Industrial and Business Development Policy of 2017 for extension of GST formula for availing incentives under the policy till October 17, 2022. The fiscal incentive under this policy was only applicable for […]
Read More‘Toolkit’ case: Disha Ravi sent to jail for 3 days
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) A Delhi court on Friday sent climate activist Disha Ravi to three-days judicial custody in connection with the ‘toolkit’ case. The 21-year-old activist was produced before the court amid high security at the end of her five-days police custody. Ravi was arrested from Bengaluru on February 13 in connection with […]
Read MoreTRS leader’s kin arrested in advocate couple’s murder
Hyderabad, Feb 19 (IANS) Telangana Police on Friday arrested the fourth accused in the gruesome murder of an advocate couple in the Ramagundam town of Peddapalli district. The accused Bittu Srinu, is a key conspirator in the double murder and also the nephew of ruling Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) leader and Peddapalli Zilla Parishad Chairman […]
Read MoreSC expunges remarks by NCLAT chief against three members
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Friday expunged remarks made by a National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) bench, headed by its acting Chairperson Justice Bansi Lal Bhat, against three sitting members of the tribunal. A bench headed by Justices R.F. Nariman and B.R. Gavai passed the order on a plea filed […]
Read MoreTerrorists escape after encounter in Kashmir’s Budgam (Ld)
Srinagar, Feb 19 (IANS) Terrorists managed to escape after an encounter with security forces in central Kashmir’s Budgam district in which one Special Police Officer (SPO) was killed in action and a policeman was injured, officials said on Friday. One SPO, Altaf Ahmad was killed and a policeman identified as Manzoor Ahmad was injured during […]
Read MoreMughlai menu: SpiceJet to offer Karim’s dishes to flyers
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) To entice flyers with authentic Mughlai cuisine, SpiceJet has tied-up with Old Delhi’s iconic restaurant, Karim’s. For the uninitiated, Karim’s is an iconic landmark for the food connoisseurs dated to its Mughal legacy since 1913. Accordingly, the airline is introducing the ‘Shan-e-Tandoor’ platter, from Karim’s on-board select flights. “To start […]
Read MoreChennithala picks holes in deal handing over deep-sea fishing to US firm
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 19 (IANS) A fresh row began on Friday after Leader of Opposition Ramesh Chennithala slammed the Kerala Fisheries Minister J.Mercykutty for handing over deep sea fishing in the state to US firm. The minister denied the allegation. Chennithala who is on his state-wide yatra broke the news of the “huge corrupt deal”, while […]
Read MoreAyushmann Khurrana-starrer ‘Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui’ in theatres on July 9
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) The Ayushmann Khurrana-starrer Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui is set for theatrical release on July 9. The romantic drama directed by Abhishek Kapoor co-stars Vaani Kapoor. The film casts Ayushmann as a crossfit athlete and Vaani plays his love interest. The shooting schedule of the film was wrapped within 48 days, following which […]
Read MoreUP govt signs MoU with Ikea (ld)
Lucknow, Feb 19 (IANS) The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has signed an MoU with IKEA, the largest furniture and home applications company of the world, which will invest Rs 5500 crore in Uttar Pradesh during the next five years. The state government has provided 50,000 square meters of land in Noida for an […]
Read MoreBarun Sobti on giving creative tips while filming new music video
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Actor Barun Sobti got a chance to try out his filmmaking skills while working on his new music video Taqleefein. The song, released on Friday, is sung by Amit Mishra and Ritika Raj Singh. “I had a few suggestions on how I wanted the chemistry, especially the plot twist in the […]
Read MoreED attaches properties worth Rs 281 cr, including Lalit Modi’s land
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached properties worth Rs 281.42 crore of several NCR-based real estate companies, including that of former Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Lalit Modi, in connection with a money laundering case wherein land was “illegally” acquired in Haryana with the alleged connivance of senior government functionaries […]
Read MoreGovt allows drone deployment to collect agri data
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Centre has given regulatory approval for drone deployment for remote sensing data collection in agricultural areas of 100 districts of the country. The move will be beneficial for Gram Panchayat level yield estimation, under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana. The Ministry of Civil Aviation and the Directorate General […]
Read MoreUstad Amjad Ali Khan launches new album ‘Navras’
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Sarod maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan is launching his new album titled Navras. He says that the title refers to the nine expressions that human beings are empowered with. “My latest offering Navras refers to the nine expressions that human beings are empowered with. It is a celebration of music and […]
Read MoreDr Reddy’s begins authorisation process for Sputnik V’s emergency use
Hyderabad, Feb 19 (IANS) Pharmaceutical company Dr Reddy’s on Friday announced that it has initiated the process with the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) for Emergency Use Authorisation (EUA) of Russian vaccine candidate, Sputnik V. As part of the review process, Dr Reddy’s will present the safety profile of the Phase 2 study, and […]
Read MoreTharoor slams Kerala Left Govt for dumping cricket for Army recruitment rally
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 19 (IANS) Thiruvananthapuram Congress Lok Sabha member Shashi Tharoor , known for his deep love for the game of cricket on Friday slammed the decision by the Pinarayi Vijayan government to dump hosting the India-South Africa women’s cricket series to hold an Army recruitment drive at the prestigious Sports Hub-Greenfield Stadium, here. The […]
Read More56 kg gold given to weigh then PM Shastri in 1965 to go to govt
By Archana SharmaJaipur, Feb 19 (IANS) Gold weighing 56.86 kg, given to the District Collector in Rajasthan’s Chittogarh for weighing then Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri in wake of the 1965 India-Pakistan war, will be passed on to the government, a court has ordered. The gold, valued at Rs 4.76 lakh at that time, is […]
Read MoreNawazuddin Siddiqui to start shoot of ‘Jogira Sara Ra Ra!’ on Feb 25
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui is gearing up to start shooting for his upcoming film Jogira Sara Ra Ra! Shoot of the Kushan Nandy film co-starring Neha Sharma begins on February 25. The film is to be shot in Barabanki town near Lucknow. This will be followed by schedules in Lucknow, Rahimabad and […]
Read MoreCentre to issue EoI for AIAPS within next 2 months: Official (IANS Exclusive)
By Rohit VaidNew Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) After receiving interest for Air India, Centre now plans to invite bids for the national carrier’s ground handling company — Air India Airport Services — within the next 2 months. Accordingly, the express of interest (EoI) will be issued soon within the next two months, Civil Aviation Secretary […]
Read MorePunjab budget to be presented on March 8
Chandigarh, Feb 19 (IANS) The Amarinder Singh-led Punjab government will present its budget for 2021-22 on March 8. A cabinet meeting, chaired by the Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Friday approved to summon the 14th session (Budget Session) of the 15th Vidhan Sabha from March 1 to 10 and recommended the same to the Governor […]
Read MoreSangakkara, Jayawardene lament lack of Sri Lankan presence in IPL
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Former Sri Lanka cricket stars Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene, who occupy major off-field roles for Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians respectively in the Indian Premier League (IPL), have blamed lack of clarity on tours programme by Sri Lanka Cricket and lack of bowlers and all-rounders for the absence of […]
Read MoreChandrababu Naidu sold 54 government companies: YSRCP
Amaravati, Feb 19 (IANS) Senior Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) leader and Rajya Sabha MP V. Vijayasai Reddy on Friday lambasted Telugu Desam Party (TDP) National President N. Chandrababu Naidu alleging that he orchestrated the sale of 54 government companies. “Who sold Nizam Sugars Limited, dozen cooperative sugar factories, Allwyn watches, spinning mills and […]
Read MoreDisha Ravi blames Nikita, Shantanu during questioning, says police
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Delhi Police on Friday told a city court that climate activist Disha Ravi has been evasive in giving replies during the interrogation and shifted the blame onto co-accused Nikita Jacob and Shantanu Muluk. The police requested the court to send her to three-day judicial custody, as they have served […]
Read MoreAndhra CM inaugurates new chariot of Antarvedi temple
Amaravati, Feb 19 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy on Friday inaugurated the new wooden chariot of Lakshminarasimha Swamy temple at Antarvedi in East Godavari district. The 40-feet tall chariot is built at a cost of Rs 1 crore, is completed in record time ahead of the annual ‘Kalyanotsavam’ and also the […]
Read MoreArmy rescues 447 tourists in Nathu-La after snowstorm
Guwahati, Feb 19 (IANS) The army has rescued 447 tourists stuck at snow-bound Nathu-La near the India-China border in Sikkim following a snowstorm, defence officials said on Friday. Defence spokesman Lt. Col. P. Khongsai told IANS that soldiers in a prompt action rescued the 447 tourists from the high reaches of Nathu La near the […]
Read MoreBumper mustard yield could touch 120 lakh tonne this year
By Pramod Kumar JhaNew Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The campaign ‘Mustard Mission’, which has been launched to increase the mustard yields, has proved to be effective for the major oilseed crop of the Rabi season this year. According to a senior Central government official, the production of mustard could reach close to 120 lakh tonne […]
Read MoreHow screen time impacts boys and girls differently
London, Feb 19 (IANS) Screen time affects boys and girls differently, a new study suggests that boys who play video games regularly are less likely to develop depressive symptoms whereas girls who stay active on social media platforms may experience an increased risk of depressive symptoms. The findings indicate that boys, who played video games […]
Read More‘Bell Bottom’ to hit theatres on May 28
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) The Akshay Kumar-starrer Bell Bottom will see a theatrical release on May 28, the makers confirmed on Friday. “Countdown begins! #Bellbottom to release in cinemas near you on 28th May, 2021!” a tweet from the film’s production house Pooja Entertainment read. Actor-producer Jackky Bhagnani also confirmed with a tweet: “Mark your […]
Read MoreGalaxy Tab S7, Tab S7+ launched in ‘mystic navy’ colour
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Samsung on Friday launched a new ‘mystic navy’ colour option for the Galaxy Tab S7 and Galaxy Tab S7+ in India. The new mystic colour transcends changing trends with a brand new, textured haze effect that cuts down on fingerprints and smudges. Potential customers purchasing Galaxy Tab S7 and Galaxy […]
Read More‘Pak chief exporter of Jihadi terror; Myanmar has China & ISI linked insurgents’
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Pakistan is the chief exporter of Jihadi terrorism, host of Al Qaeda leadership, D-Company and runs a network of Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN), Delhi Police said in its annual press conference on Friday. Mentioning seven neighbouring countries — Pakistan, Afghanistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Myanmar, and Bangladesh –, the […]
Read MoreTejashwi claims Nitish unaware of Bihar question paper leak
Patna, Feb 19 (IANS) Rashtriya Janatad Dald leader Tejashwi Yadav on Friday said the class 10 exam paper of the Bihar School Examination Board was leaked and Chief Minister and Education Minister of Bihar do not have any knowledge about it. After the conclusion of day one of the budget session in the Bihar assembly, […]
Read MoreSensex down 500 points, gives up 51,000-mark (Ld)
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) The stock market continued its decline with the BSE Sensex losing around 500 points. Sensex has given up the 51,000-mark and the Nifty50 is also trading below the psychological level of 15,000 points. Around 2.44 p.m., Sensex was trading at 50,823.41, lower by 501.28 points or 0.98 per cent from its […]
Read MoreFertiliser manufacturers’ credit metrics to improve in FY22: Ind-Ra
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Fertiliser manufacturers’ credit metrics will improve in the upcoming fiscal given the strong likelihood subsidy backlog clearance post allocation of an additional subsidy in the revised estimate (RE) of FY21, India Ratings and Research said in a report. As per the report, the grant of an additional Rs 626 billion […]
Read MoreRussian special envoy in Pak for Afghan talks: Foreign Ministry
Islamabad, Feb 19 (IANS) Russian President’s special envoy for Afghanistan Zamir Kabulov arrived in Pakistan on Friday on a day-long visit for talks on the Afghan peace process, the Foreign Ministry of Pakistan said. During the visit, Kabulov will call on Pakistani Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi and meet with Pakistan’s Special Representative for Afghanistan […]
Read MoreSunny Leone sizzles in traditional Kerala outfit in new post
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Sunny Leone set social media on fire on Friday with her latest picture, dressed in traditional Kerala wear. In the Instagram image, Sunny is dressed in a short dhoti and blouse with a deep neckline. “In love with God’s own country – #Kerala,” Sunny wrote as the caption. The images follow […]
Read MoreBrazil drops WTO suit against Canada over aircraft subsidies
Brasilia, Feb 19 (IANS) The Brazilian government announced on Thursday that it has formally withdrawn its 2017 suit against the Canadian government at the World Trade Organization (WTO) over commercial aircraft subsidies. The South American country challenged the subsidies granted by the Canadian government for the launch, development and production of the C-Series aircraft by […]
Read More25 health workers receive Covid-19 vaccines in New Zealand
Wellington, Feb 19 (IANS) A total of 25 health workers on Friday became the first people to receive the Covid-19 vaccine in New Zealand. The Pfizer/BioNTech vaccines were administered at an Auckland quarantine facility. These health workers got vaccinated while practicing administering the vaccine, the Xinhua news reported. Border workers are to take shots on […]
Read MoreBengal polls, no more a regional affair: Will have national & international implications
By Mahua VenkateshNew Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The upcoming elections in West Bengal are making heads turn, not only in India but also across the borders. Several factors explain the unprecedented curiosity and interest, within and outside, that the electoral contest scheduled for May is generating. The elections are seen as a barometer of the […]
Read MoreGoa Foundation creating bottlenecks to resume mining
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Mining dependents along with Goa Mining People’s Front (GMPF) who represent the livelihood cause of over three lakh people dependent on mining industry in the state of Goa, blamed Goa Foundation NGO for hindering resumption of mining in Goa. They also accused Goa foundation for misguiding the Supreme Court and […]
Read MoreCong banks on Kisan Panchayats to make inroads in Western UP
New Feb 19 (IANS) The Congress is trying to make inroads in Western UP which has become a BJP fortress since 2014 and the party is now seeking an opportunity to dislodge it through holding Kisan Panchayats. Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, for instance, is scheduled to address a Kisan Panchayat in Baghra on […]
Read More80% Indian corporate banks to leverage Cloud by 2024: Report
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Nearly 80 per cent of corporate banks in India are forecast to run their trade finance and treasury workloads on Cloud by 2024, said a new IDC report on Friday. By 2023, to counter the uncertainty of the pandemic, 60 per cent of corporate banks will be revisiting credit scoring […]
Read More2 cops killed in Srinagar terror attack (Ld)
Srinagar, Feb 19 (IANS) Two policemen injured on Friday in a militant hit and run attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar city have succumbed to their injuries, officials said. Police said militants fired at a police party in the Baghat Chowk area. The injured policemen were shifted to hospital where both of them succumbed to […]
Read MoreBJP using fuel pumps to loot public: Jaiveer
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Congress attacked BJP over spiraling fuel prices in the country and alleged that the ruling party is looting public using Fuel Pumps and termed the situation “economic terrorism”. Congress Spokesperson Jaiveer Shergill said: “Dacoits loot with Guns, BJP looting public using Fuel Pumps!! Petrol Stations should be called ‘Govt Loot […]
Read MoreSri Lanka’s Dhammika Prasad retires from international cricket
Colombo, Feb 19 (IANS) Sri Lanka’s Dhammika Prasad has retired from international cricket. Prasad, 37, last played for Sri Lanka in a Test match against the West Indies in October 2014. “I think this is the correct time for me to retire from International cricket and provide a chance to the youngsters,” Prasad told Sri […]
Read More3 held for attacking Krishna Dhaba owner’s son in Srinagar
Srinagar, Feb 19 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir Police on Friday said it has arrested three militants, who shot and injured the son of a popular eatery owner in Srinagar city on Wednesday. Vijay Kumar, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir zone, told reporters that the militants had shot and injured Akash Mehra, the son of […]
Read MoreISL: Mumbai’s Boumous suspended for remainder of league stage
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Mumbai City FC’s Hugo Boumous has been handed an additional two-match ban and imposed a fine of Rs 2 lakh by the All India Football Federation’s (AIFF) disciplinary committee for ‘gross serious indisciplinary unsporting acts and misdemeanours’ in their Indian Super League match against FC Goa, played on February 8 […]
Read MoreMadras HC notice to Centre, 5 others, over Covishield side effects on vax volunteer
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Madras High court on Friday issued a notice to the Centre and five other respondents including India’s drug regulatory body, ICMR, Serum institute of India, AstraZeneca and Sri Ramachandra Higher education and Research, Chennai, asking their response on a writ petition it accepted, filed by a Covishield’s trial volunteer, […]
Read MoreMyanmar reports 19 new Covid-19 cases, 1 more death
Yangon, Feb 19 (IANS) Myanmar reported 19 new Covid-19 infections and one more death in the past 24 hours, according to the Ministry of Health and Sports on Thursday. The number of Covid-19 positive cases rose to 141,709 and its death toll increased to 3,193 on Thursday, the Xinhua news reported. The number of samples […]
Read MoreColombia’s Covid-19 vaccination drive kicks off in major cities
Bogota, Feb 19 (IANS) Mass vaccination against Covid-19 kicked off on Thursday in Colombia’s capital Bogota, the Colombian city with the most infections and deaths since the start of the pandemic in the South American country, said health authorities. The vaccination drive began simultaneously at hospitals in Bogota and other major cities, with the immunization […]
Read MoreJr hockey defender Gagandeep eyeing cut for sr women’s national team
Bengaluru, Feb 19 (IANS) India junior women’s hockey team defender Gagandeep Kaur is aiming to make the cut for the senior national team before she finishes her stint with juniors this year. She is currently gearing up for the women’s Asia Cup which is scheduled to held from April 11 to 17 in Gifu, Japan. […]
Read More7 Pakistani migrants granted Indian citizenship in Rajasthan
Jaipur, Feb 19 (IANS) Seven migrants from Pakistan, including three couples, who have been living in Rajasthan, were on Friday granted Indian citizenship by Jaipur’s District Collector Antar Singh Nehra in his office. Those who received the certificates included Jawahar Ram, Sonari Mai, Gojar Mai, Gordan Das, Ganesh Chand, Basan Mai and Arjan Singh. Gordan […]
Read MoreBrazil’s Covid-19 cases top 10mn, govt vows timely vaccination
Sao Paulo, Feb 19 (IANS) The number of Covid-19 cases in Brazil surpassed 10 million on Thursday as tests detected 51,879 new cases in the previous 24 hours, the Health Ministry said. A total of 10,030,626 people have tested positive since the South American country confirmed its first Covid-19 case last February, representing the world’s […]
Read MoreSyria repatriates Israeli citizen in swap deal: Netanyahu
Jerusalem, Feb 19 (IANS) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office announced late on Thursday that an Israeli citizen who crossed the border into Syria has been repatriated under a Russia-brokered swap deal. The move came hours after Israel freed two Syrian shepherds as part of the swap deal. Netanyahu thanked Russian President Vladimir Putin in […]
Read MoreEarthquake rocks east Afghanistan, no damage reported
Kabul, Feb 19 (IANS) An earthquake jolted eastern Afghanistan and was felt in the capital city of Kabul on Thursday night. The country’s Ministry for Disaster Management and Humanitarian Affairs confirmed that the tremor occurred at around 10:50 p.m. (1820 GMT), adding that details will be shared with the media later, the Xinhua news reported. […]
Read MoreJubilation marks 391st birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj (Ld)
Pune, Feb 19 (IANS) Joy and enthusiasm marked Maharashtra’s celebration of the 391st birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, who had laid the foundations of the Hindavi Swaraj and the Maratha Empire. Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari on Friday paid floral tributes at the equestrian statue of the great son of Maharashtra at Shivaji Park in […]
Read MoreGurugram: Vehicles displaying caste identities to face action
Gurugram, Feb 19 (IANS) Vehicles displaying caste identities in Gurugram will now invite traffic police action, according to an official order. The order issued on Thursday by Ramesh Kumar, Assistant Commissioner of Police Traffic (East) said that ‘all vehicles displaying caste identities will be penalised’. “As per the court directions, we have directed all the […]
Read MoreUAE records highest daily Covid-19 deaths
Abu Dhabi, Feb 19 (IANS) The United Arab Emirates on Thursday recorded 3,294 new Covid-19 cases and 18 deaths over the past 24 hours, marking the highest single-day virus related fatalities since the outbreak of the pandemic in the country, according to a statement from the Ministry of Health. This brings the total number of […]
Read MoreChina’s greed for natural resources drives Venezuela into the ground
By Rahul KumarNew Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) In January this year the US think tank, Council for Foreign Relations (CFR) mentioned in a report that Venezuela is headed towards an economic, political and humanitarian conflict. The analysis added that the US might have to accord it top foreign policy intervention otherwise Venezuela would be flooding […]
Read More8 killed in Burkina Faso vehicle ambush
Ouagadougou (Burkina Faso), Feb 19 (IANS) At least eight people were killed and nine others injured when the civilian transport vehicle they were travelling in was ambushed by unidentified gunmen on Thursday in the Sahel region of Burkina Faso, an official statement said. The ambush occurred on Thursday morning about 4 km to Tokabangou, in […]
Read MoreCong loses more leaders to SP in UP
Lucknow, Feb 19 (IANS) The Congress suffered a jolt in Uttar Pradesh on Friday when it lost another batch of senior leaders — this time to the Samajwadi Party. Two former ministers, R.K. Chaudhary (Lucknow) and Jai Narain Tiwari (Sultanpur) left the party to join the Samajwadi Party. R.K. Chaudhary was a cabinet minister in […]
Read More‘Naachney gaane wali’: Ex-MP Minister calls Kangana Ranaut
Betul (Madhya Pradesh), Feb 19 (IANS) Former minister in the previous Kamal Nath government in Madhya Pradesh, Sukhdev Panse, has made a derogatory remark against Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut, calling her a ‘Naachney Gaane waali’ (which loosely translates into a cheap version of a public entertainer). Panse said Ranaut, who insulted the farmers protesting at […]
Read MoreSP moves no-confidence motion against pro tem speaker in UP Council
Lucknow, Feb 19 (IANS) The Samajwadi Party has given notice for moving a vote of no-confidence against the pro tem speaker of the Vidhan Parishad. The notice served under rule 143 has been signed by SP MLCs Naresh Uttam and Rajpal Kashyap. Talking to reporters, Rajpal Kashyap said that the government had appointed a pro […]
Read MoreThere’s always scope to go above and beyond : Imtiaz Ali on B’wood
By Puja GuptaNew Delhi, Feb 19 (IANSlife) Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali says that the upcoming storytellers want to showcase their stories in new and innovative ways and with the latest technology available. As a step forward, Imtiaz has directed and shot his latest short film ‘Eyes For You’ exclusively on the OPPO Reno5 Pro 5G smartphone. […]
Read MoreTerror attack in Srinagar: 2 cops injured
Srinagar, Feb 19 (IANS) Two local policemen were injured on Friday in a militant hit and run attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar city. Police said militants fired at a police party in the Baghat Chowk area of Srinagar city. “Two policemen have been injured in this attack. The injured policemen have been shifted to […]
Read MoreRanveer Singh: Rapper Spitfire a big reason people tuned into Gully Boy
Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Bollywood superstar Ranveer Singh feels young hip-hop and rap artiste Spitfire is a big reason why everybody tuned into his 2019 film Gully Boy. Spitfire, whose real name is Nitin Mishra, was dubbed as a prodigy for the incredible lyrics of the song, Asli Hip Hop. “Nitin AKA Spitfire is a […]
Read More5 common myths about organic skincare products
By N. Lothungbeni HumtsoeNew Delhi, Feb 19 (IANSlife) In today’s generation, consumers have become more aware and conscious of harmful chemicals hidden in their skincare products. They have even become skeptical of using skincare that wear the claim of being “organic” and “all natural”, often questioning if these claims are just marketing gimmicks or more […]
Read MoreDrishyam 2: Slow burn suspense drama (IANS Review; Rating: * * * and 1/2)
Drishyam 2 (film on Amazon Prime); Cast: Mohanlal, Meena. Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil, Murali Gopy, Asha Sarath, Siddique; Direction: Jeethu Joseph; Rating: * * * and 1/2 (three and a half stars) BY VINAYAK CHAKRAVORTY The beauty of Drishyam lay in the finality of its end. As Mohanlal’s Georgekutty buried the truth (literally) and got […]
Read MorePortugal authorises states to hire foreign nurses
Lisbon, Feb 19 (IANS) The Portuguese government approved on Thursday a program to hire foreign nurses to help fight the Covid-19 pandemic in the country. Mariana Vieira da Silva, the Portuguese minister of state and the presidency, said in a press conference that, considering special public interest, the Council of Ministers has authorised the hiring […]
Read MoreMoto E7 Power with 6.5-inch display, 5000mAh battery launched
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Motorola on Friday launched a new smartphone in the E-Series lineup – Moto E7 Power in India at a starting price of Rs 7,499 for the 2GB RAM with 32GB storage version. Moto E7 Power is the cheapest phone that is being offered by Motorola in the Indian market. “Power […]
Read MoreManipur’s top separatist & ex-UNLF chief Panmei expelled ‘for all times’ from outfit
By Subir BhaumikImphal, Feb 19 (IANS) Khundongbam Panmei, former chairman of the 1964-founded United National Liberation Front (UNLF), has faced charges of “colluding with the enemy by leaking sensitive information and framing other leaders” and has been expelled permanently during a special session of the UNLF. The special session was held in GHQ Neina Shang, […]
Read MoreBhopal launches campaign to shame tax defaulters
Bhopal, Feb 19 (IANS) The Municipal Corporation here will soon come out with a unique campaign for the recovery of tax amount from big defaulters. Under the campaign, the civic workers would beat drums outside the houses of such defaulters and place posters of tax defaulters. The sources said that the municipal corporation used to […]
Read MoreSuccess and failure do not determine one’s present or future: Modi
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that success and failure do not determine one’s present or future. Addressing the Visva-Bharati University convocation virtually, Modi said, “You may not get results you thought after a decision, but you should not be afraid to take a decision “ The Prime Minister […]
Read MoreGolden rules to keep your kidneys healthy
By Puja GuptaNew Delhi, Feb 19 (IANSlife) Kidney disease is a major health concern that many people across the globe are the facing today. However, inculcating a few simple rules in your daily life can help you keep your kidneys healthy and enhance the overall efficiency of your body as well. Sujit Chatterjee, CEO of […]
Read MoreAlia, Deepika hard to mimic: Jamie Lever
By Puja GuptaNew Delhi, Feb 19 (IANSlife) Comedian Jamie Lever has been entertaining her fans with her funny videos of mimicking different actors and actresses. But she finds it really hard to mimic Alia Bhatt and Deepika Padukone. “I was trying to mimic Alia Bhatt and Deepika Padukone, it was not coming right. But I […]
Read MoreShilpa Rao: I don’t label songs as independent or playback
By Yashika MathurMumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) Singer Shilpa Rao, who is known for Bollywood playback as well as her independent numbers, says when she is recording a song she does not think about categorising it. “For me music is a broad term. I have always had music in my life. I see music as music […]
Read MoreMongolia reports 58 new Covid-19 cases
Ulan Bator, Feb 19 (IANS) Mongolia reported 58 new Covid-19 cases within the last 24 hours, bringing its total caseload to 2,551, the National Center for Communicable Diseases (NCCD) said Friday. Meanwhile, 17 more recoveries have been reported, bringing the national count to 1,819, the NCCD said in a statement. The disease has claimed five […]
Read MoreThailand to start clinical trials on homemade Covax
Bangkok, Feb 19 (IANS) The mRNA vaccine against the coronavirus developed by Chulalongkorn University of Thailand, is scheduled to enter the first stage of human trials soon, according to a university official. In Thursday’s press conference, Kiat Ruxrungtham, who is in charge of the University’s vaccine development project, confirmed the mRNA vaccine ChulaCov19 will be […]
Read MoreDisha Ravi case: HC says media coverage shows ‘sensationalism, prejudice’
New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The Delhi High Court on Friday issued a batch of directions on a petition filed by climate activist Disha Ravi seeking direction to the Delhi Police to not leak any investigation material in relation to ‘Toolkit’ case to the media, while noting that the coverage has been sensational and prejudicial. […]
Read MoreBiden administration roll out major immigration Bill
Washington, Feb 19 (IANS) US President Joe Biden’s administration, together with Democratic lawmakers, formally rolled out a major immigration Bill called US Citizenship Act of 2021, introducing legislations that would expand immigration and give nearly 11 million undocumented immigrants a path to US citizenship in eight years. White House officials called the Bill a chance […]
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