India
Singer SP Balasubrahmanyam Stable, Might Be Taken Off Ventilator Soon, Says Son
SP Balasubrahmanyam's son has shared an update on the singer's health, sharing that his father continues to be stable and will be off the ventilator soon.
Australia Wins ODI Series Vs England After Thrilling Decider
Manchester (England) (AP) Glenn Maxwell and Alex Carey struck centuries in a 212-run stand to help Australia reach its target of 303 with two balls remaining and secure a one-day international series win over England. Mitchell Starc swept a four for the...
Two Killed as House Collapses after Heavy Rain in Hyderabad
Bahadurpura and Gandipet received the maximum rainfall over 10.9 cm. According to Telangana State Development Planning Society, Rajendranagar recorded 10.4 cm of rainfall while Shaikpet registered 9.7 cm.
IBSA Issues Joint Statement Seeking Boost in Global Efforts to Reform UN Security Council
The grouping of India, Brazil and South Africa (IBSA) strongly called for expediting reform of the UNSC, saying any failure to do so may have serious implications for international peace and security.
Ban on Export of PPE Kits, Hydroxychloroquine, Sanitiser and Masks Lifted as Domestic Production Rises
In a statement, the Commerce Ministry said that export of diagnostic kits and N-95 and FFP2 masks is restricted, with only a limited monthly quota being allowed to be shipped overseas.
Parliament Nod to Bill for Giving 'National Importance' Tag to Gujarat Ayurveda Institutes
Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan expressed appreciation for Ayurveda and its usefulness for the society and also for strengthening the healthcare systems of the world.
Jharkhand Slashes COVID Test Rate At Pvt Labs To Rs 1,500
The Jharkhand government on Tuesday slashed the maximum price of RT-PCR tests for COVID-19 to be charged by private laboratories to Rs 1,500, officials said. The state government on June 29 had capped the rate at Rs 2,400.
Mass Movement of Migrants During Lockdown Resulted from Panic Created by 'Fake News': Govt to Parliament
More than 1.04 crore migrant workers had gone back to their home states during the lockdown.
China-based Firm Snooping on Indian VIPs Says Its Data Public, Acquired Online: Sources
The Shenzen-based technology company, with links to the Chinese government and the Chinese Communist Party, is reportedly keeping tabs on over 10,000 Indian individuals and organisations in its global database of "foreign targets".
Stolen 15th Century Sculptures of Lord Ram, Sita and Lakshman Back to India from UK After 40 Years
The theft dates back to 1978 and led to an investigation by the Idol Wing of the Tamil Nadu Police working along with colleagues in the Metropolitan Police in London.
Assam Tea Garden Union Plans Sept Protests Including 'Massive Human Chain' for Fulfillment of Demands
On September 22, twenty-two branches of the ACMS plan to demonstrate in front of the DC, SDO (civil) and circle offices in the State. The union plans to form a massive human chain as protest on September 29.
Ex-Navy Man 'Assaulted' by Shiv Sena Workers Says He Associates 'With BJP-RSS Now'
In the letter, Madan Sharma said he suffered eye and back injuries in the attack by the Shiv Sena workers. He claimed that instead of taking action against the assailants, police came to arrest him an hour after the incident.
WHO Praises AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine Trial Pause
A World Health Organization official on Tuesday said that the decision by AstraZeneca to pause global trials of its experimental coronavirus vaccine after an unexplained illness showed the firm was prioritising safety.
Demand Made in RS for Using Term 'Physical Distancing' in Fight against Covid-19 Instead of 'Social Distancing'
Agreeing to the suggestion, Chairman Venkaiah Naidu said an appropriate term should be used and suggested 'safe distancing'.
UPSC NDA and NA (II) Final Results Announced; Check at upsc.gov.in
UPSC in September conducted the exam for NDA and NA (I) and (II) 2020 on September 6. The exam is held twice every year for getting into Indian Army, Indian Navy or Indian Air Force.
Cleared in Antigen Test, 2 AAP MLAs Attend Assembly Session, Leave Midway After Positive RT-PCR Reports
Since their reports were awaited, they decided to undergo rapid antigen test on Monday morning and their reports came negative, an official said.
