India
Ensure Covid Norms Are Followed During I-Day Celebrations: Haryana Govt to Officials
The government said these functions should preferably be held in stadiums or police lines or open spaces that have a seating capacity of more than 5,000 people so that adequate social distancing can be maintained.
Lok Sabha Passes Key Bill to Restore States' Power to Make Their Own OBC Lists
Some amendments moved by opposition members were rejected by the House.
Delhi Has Overcome Delta Variant; New Sero Survey Soon: Satyendar Jain
The health minister said the Delhi government is preparing 37,000 beds, including 12,000 ICU beds, in anticipation of a third wave of coronavirus.
A Thorn in Their Side: Karnataka Does Away With Garlands, Shawls as Welcome Gifts
Karnataka CM Bsavaraj Bommai has suggested Kannada books as gifts instead; the move aims at cutting unnecessary costs.
Porn Case: Raj Kundra's Bail Plea to be Heard Again by Mumbai Sessions Court on August 20
The court was hearing the bail application of his business associate, Ryan Tharp as well. Both have been arrested by the Mumbai Police for allegedly producing and distributing pornographic content.
Country Has Right to Know, Says Goa as Tarun Tejpal Urges Rape Case be Heard Without Press or Public
Tarun Tejpal was acquitted by additional sessions judge Kshama Joshi at a fast track court in Goa on May 21 this year.
Nitish Kumar Pushes for Caste Census But No Scholarships for SC/ST Students in Bihar: Report
In Bihar, SCs make 16 per cent of the population and the STs 1 per cent and an estimated 5 lakh students are eligible for this scholarship every year.
BJP Got 75% of Electoral Bonds Sold in 19-20, Income from Bonds Rose More than 10 times Since 2017
The Congress got just 9 per cent of the total bonds worth Rs 3,435.
Aaj Ka Panchang, August 10, 2021: Know About Mangala Gauri Vrat, Auspicious Muhurat, Rahu Kalam and Other Details
Aaj Ka Panchang, August 10, 2021: The timing for sunrise is 05.48 am, while sunset will take place at 07.05 pm on August 10
U.S. Says It Is Up To Afghans To Defend Country As Taliban Take More Territory
The United States said it was up to Afghan security forces to defend the country after Taliban militants captured a sixth provincial capital on Monday, along with border towns and trade routes.
UNICEF India, Facebook Launch Initiative To Create Safe Online Environment For Children
UNICEF India and Facebook on Monday launched a one-year joint initiative to end violence against children with a special focus on online safety. In a statement, UNICEF said the partnership seeks to create a safe environment for children online and offli...
Tamil Nadu Congress Leader Alagiri Slams BJP’s Annamalai Over Mekedatu Dam Protest
The one-day fast last week was where Annamalai trained his guns on those opposing his party’s move.
Shoe Ad Placed Above Rabindranath Tagore's Statue In Durgapur Removed After Protest
The protest was led by the members of Bangla Pokkho, a pro-Bengali organization that aims to protect Bengali culture.
Stopped for Not Wearing Mask, Two Women Assault Team on Covid Duty in Delhi; Arrested
One of the woman was asked to pay challan for not wearing a face masks following which the two accused assaulted the team members, they said.
Bengaluru to Clamp Strict Covid Norms After Aug 15, Weekend Curfew To Be Imposed if TPR Goes Above 2%
The current test positivity rate in Bengaluru is 0.62%. The district has been reporting around 400 cases for the last 40 days.
Indo-Pak War Hero Who Bombarded Karachi Port in 1971 No More
The naval veteran died of age-related illness and is survived by two daughters and a son. Rao was a recipient of the Vishist Seva Medal also.
