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United Nations International Day in Support of Victims of Torture: Theme, History and significance
Ever since the day has been observed, it mobilized support for the people who have suffered from torture, all around the world.
Covid Second Wave Hit Women Harder, Twice as Worried About Jobs as Men: Report by LinkedIn
Among Indian working professionals, Gen Z and working women are increasingly vulnerable to the economic uncertainty in today’s evolving job market.
Farm Laws: Protesters at Delhi Borders to Mark 7 Months of Agitation on Jun 26
Farmers at the Singhu, Tikri and Ghazipur border points are gearing up for June 26 and they will observe it as 'Save Agriculture, Save Democracy Day', it said in a statement.
Chinese Actions Last Year Responsible for Eastern Ladakh Standoff: India
India's comments on the matter came a day after China said its military deployment in the region is a normal "defence arrangement" aimed to respond to actions by the "relevant" country.
NAA Nudges GST Officers to Collect Evidence Against Suppliers Not Cutting Prices of Covid Essentials
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) had on June 14 notified reduced GST rate on 18 COVID-19 related supplies like Remdesivir and Tocilizumab drugs as well as on medical oxygen, and oxygen concentrators.
'Centre Assured Statehood, J-K Elections After Delimitation': Key Points From PM's Three-Hour Meet
The meeting of Jammu and Kashmir's political parties with Prime Minister Narendra Modi is over. Here is what the Centre said:
Mumbai Top Cop Seeks More Time to Submit Report on Woman's Charges Against Sena Leader Sanjay Raut, Her Estranged Husband
The high court had on June 22 directed the police commissioner to inquire and submit a report to the court on the issue by June 24.
Shia Cleric Questions UP ATS for Arrest of Umar and Jahangir Over Conversions
Cleric asks for a fair investigation to find out whether people were really forced to convert to Islam or they converted their own.
Dalit Youth, Muslim Girl Killed by Her Family in Karnataka
Four people including the girl's father and her brother have been arrested while one person is absconding.
Former BJP Corporator Stabbed to Death in Bengaluru
According to police, Rekha Kadiresh was distributing food kits when the two motorcycle-borne youths attacked her.
Oath Keeper Pleads Guilty In January 6 Attack; Will Cooperate
Washington, Jun 23 (AP) A member of the Oath Keepers extremist group pleaded guilty Wednesday in the January 6 attack on the US Capitol and agreed to cooperate with prosecutors in a major step forward for the massive investigation into the insurrection....
NSA Ajit Doval Attends SCO Meet in Dushanbe
Pakistani National Security Advisor Moeed Yusuf and Afghan NSA Hamdullah Mohib are among the participants at the in-person meeting that is discussing key regional security issues.
Mukul Roy Among Nominees for Bengal Assembly PAC Membership
Roy, officially a BJP MLA from Krishnanagar Uttar, switched over to the TMC last week but did not resign from the assembly or disqualified under the antidefection law.
Make Sure Covaxin Accepted Globally, People Facing Travel Restrictions: Mamata to Centre
Banerjee claimed that Covaxin has also created problems with neighbouring Bangladesh and Brazil.
Centre Says Delhi's Ration Scheme Lacks Clarity, Suggests Implementation on Pilot Basis
Under the National Food Security Act (NFSA), foodgrains are distributed across India at highly subsidised rates of Rs 3/kg (rice), Rs 2/kg (wheat) and Rs 1/kg (coarse grains) via Public Distribution System (PDS), also called ration shops.
Third Wave Cases Won't Strain Health System If Covid Rules, Containment Are Followed: Agarwal
Health ministry Joint Secretary Lav Agarwal said 2.2 per cent of India's population has been affected by the disease so far.