China’s COVID-19 tally now at 82,881
Beijing, May 06: China has reported 16 new coronavirus cases, including 15 asymptomatic ones, taking the total number of infections in the country to 82,881, health officials said on Tuesday. The National Health Commission (NHC) said that one confirmed
Massive fire at high-rise in Sharjah
Sharjah, May 06: A massive fire was reported in a residential building in AL Nahda in Sharjah on Tuesday. No casualties have been reported and the fire has been put out. The residential tower, Abbco Tower has 56 floors,
Israel claims 'significant breakthrough' in developing antibody against coronavirus
Jerusalem, May 05: Israeli Defence Minister Naftali Bennett has said that scientists at the country's main biological research institute have made a "significant breakthrough" in developing an antibody to the novel coronavirus, as the researchers wrapped up the development phase and moved
Hepatitis C drugs may help fight COVID-19, supercomputer simulations suggest
Berlin, May 5: Several drugs approved for the treatment of hepatitis C viral infection have been identified as potential candidates against COVID-19 caused by the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, according to a study based on extensive calculations using supercomputer simulations.
COVID-19: Special evacuation flights for Indians stuck in US to operate this week
Washington, May 05: Special evacuation flights for Indians stranded in the US due to the global travel restrictions put in place to contain the coronavirus pandemic are most likely to begin from San Francisco this week, according to officials.
COVID-19 cases in Pakistan surge past 20,000
Islamabad, May 05: Pakistan's tally of the coronavirus cases crossed the 20,000-mark on Monday after 1,083 new infections were diagnosed, the health ministry said. In the last 24 hours, 1,083 new cases were reported, taking the total to 20,186 patients. There
Within a year says Trump on vaccine for COVID-19
Washington, May 05: President Donald Trump says he believes a vaccine for COVID-19 will be available by the end of the year. Trump also says the US government is putting its full power and might behind remdesivir, a drug that has
COVID-19 vaccine hunt heats up globally, still no guarantee
Washington, May 4: Hundreds of people are rolling up their sleeves in countries across the world to be injected with experimental vaccines that might stop COVID-19, spurring hope - maybe unrealistic - that an end to the pandemic may arrive sooner
Explained: Study claims fatality rate among lung cancer patients due to coronavirus is high
New York, May 04: A new study in the United States has estimated the number of fatality rate among patients suffering from cancer patients infected with the deadly coronavirus. This study is described as the largest study has found out that
Kim Jong Un did not have surgery says South Korea
Seoul, May 04: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un did not undergo surgery or any other medical procedure, a South Korean official said on Sunday, amid speculation about his health that continues to linger even after he reappeared publicly in recent
Covid-19 vaccine will be available by year's end, says Donald Trump
Washington, May 4: President Donald Trump says he believes a vaccine for COVID-19 will be available by the end of the year. Trump also says the U.S. government is putting its "full power and might" behind remdesivir, a drug that has
Doctors prepared for my death in COVID-19 battle: Boris Johnson post recovery
London, May 03: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson revealed for the first time on Sunday that there were "contingency plans" in place in case things went "badly wrong" and he died during his treatment for COVID-19 in a hospital here last
UK doctor alerts Indians to poor diet link with Coronavirus deaths
London, May 3: Poor diet is a major cause behind the COVID-19 deaths and the Indians must urgently cut down on ultra-processed food to build resilience against the deadly virus, a leading Indian-origin cardiologist in the UK has cautioned.
Global Coronavirus death toll crosses 2.4 lakh, over 85% of fatalities reported from Europe and US
Washington, May 02: More than 2,40,000 people have died of the new coronavirus worldwide with over 85% of the deaths in Europe and the United States, according to an AFP tally on Saturday based on official figures. There have
Coronavirus outbreak: Three countries that did not call for lockdown
New Delhi, May 02: With several countries across the world has called for a complete or partial lockdowns in an attempt to stop the spread of coronavirus, there are several other countries that did not opt for the lockdown.
Emirates Airline Posts Rise In Annual Profit, COVID-19 Hits Last Quarter
Emirates, one of the world's biggest long-haul airlines, reported a 21 percentrise in full-year profit
Royal Enfield Could Introduce Bluetooth & Navigation System For New Motorcycles
Royal Enfield, the legendary two-wheeler brand is working on several products that are currently in the pipeline. This information was confirmed by Simon Warburton, Royal Enfield's Head of Product...
Senior Biju Janata Dal Leader Subhas Chauhan Dies At 54
Senior Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader and Chairman of the Western Odisha Development Council (WODC), Subash Chauhan died at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar on Sunday following a prolonged illness. He...
Women's T20 World Cup Final Created "Absolutely Incredible" Moment: Perry
Australia lifted the title after defeating India by 85 runs in the final of the Women's T20 World Cup in Melbourne.
Coronavirus Pandemic: MapmyIndia Introduces New Tools To Alert About Coronavirus Impacted Localities
The app will generate real-time location-based alerts helping all employees and consumer base in being aware of the relevant localised corona safety information.
Production-Ready 2020 Mahindra Thar Spotted For The First Time
An under-wraps production-ready version of the upcoming 2020 new generation of the SUV has been spotted which reveals many design and utility details.
APSCHE To Begin Free Online GATE Coaching Tomorrow
Students who have registered to attend the free online GATE classes can check the detailed, subject-wise schedule from APSCHE website.
Rajinikanth's Sharp Attack On Tamil Nadu Government Over Liquor Sale
Superstar Rajinikanth this morning launched a scathing attack on the AIADMK government in Tamil Nadu, a day after the state moved the Supreme Court seeking an urgent stay on Madras High Court's order...
Government Should Allow Private Vehicles To Ferry Migrants: Sanjay Raut
Senior Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Sunday said the Maharashtra government should give permission to private vehicles for ferrying migrant labourers to their native places during the lockdown.
5 Air India Pilots Test Positive For Virus, All Asymptomatic: Sources
Five Air India pilots tested positive for coronavirus over 20 days after their last flights, according to sources.
3,000 CBSE Schools Open Today For Evaluation Of Board Answer Copies
The Home Ministry has granted permission for opening of 3000 CBSE affiliated schools as assessment centres across India to facilitate evaluation of answer sheets of CBSE Board exams.
Karan Johar's Twins Yash And Roohi Dance Like No One's Watching
"Wow! Roohi, What a classic performance we are giving," said Karan Johar
Coronavirus Inflicts Huge Job Losses In US, Pandemic Breaches White House
Labor Department reported the USunemployment rate rose to 14.7 percentlast month, up from 3.5 percentin February
Mother's Day 2020: Important Nutrients Breastfeeding Mothers Should Not Miss
Mother's Day: Mother should get their daily dose of essential nutrients. Breastfeeding moms should stay hydrated. Avoid smoking and alcohol and don't skip your meals.
Gautam Gambhir Doesn't See Major Changes In Cricket Rules Post COVID-19
Gautam Gambhir said that apart from the use of saliva to shine the cricket balls, he does not see too many rules changing due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Fire Breaks Out At Cardboard Factory In Delhi, No Casualties Reported
A fire broke out in a cardboard factory in outer Delhi's Bawana today morning, Delhi Fire Service officials said.
KKR And People Of Kolkata Have A "Fond Place In My Heart": Pat Cummins
Pat Cummins also said he owes Brendon McCullum and the KKR staff "a few dinners" for showing confidence in him during the IPL auction.
India, China Troops Clash In Sikkim, Pull Back After Dialogue
Indian, Chinese soldiers in physical fight near high altitude picket in North Sikkim
Anthony Fauci In Self-Quarantine After COVID-19 Exposure: Report
Top infectious diseases expert Anthony Fauci is among three members of the White House's coronavirus task force who will self-isolate after potential exposure to the pathogen, US media reported...
SBI Junior Associates (Clerical Cadre) Preliminary Result Awaited
SBI junior associates preliminary exam result is awaited. The result was scheduled to be released in April, but was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
TMC Dares Amit Shah to Prove Allegations, BJP Says WB Govt Bothered About One Community
The ruling TMC in West Bengal and opposition BJP on Saturday traded barbs over ferrying migrant labourers, after Union Home Minister Amit Shah flagged the issue of "non-cooperation" by the state government, leaving the Mamata Banerjee-led party fuming, which accused him of spreading lies.
BJP against Introduction of Creamy Layer Provision for SC-ST People Despite Apex Court's Order: Sushil Modi
The deputy chief minister said that the BJP-led government at the Centre has strengthened provisions of the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 through an amendment bill which was passed by Parliament.
Ensure Audit of PM CARES Fund, Rahul Gandhi Asks PM Modi
On March 28, the Centre set up the PM CARES Fund with the primary objective to deal with any kind of emergency situation like the one currently posed by the COVID-19.
Punjab Ministers Walk Out of Pre-cabinet Meeting after Tiff with Chief Secretary over Excise Policy
The development led to the deferment of the cabinet meeting which was scheduled to be held on Saturday. Now, it will be held on Monday.
Centre Proposing to Do Away with Interstate Migrant Workmen Act, Alleges Congress
Congress said Parliament should assert itself and called upon the Centre and the states to jointly formulate an action plan to ensure safe return of migrants to their homes
SP Founder Mulayam Singh Yadav Discharged from Hospital in Lucknow
The party patriarch had gone to hospital on Wednesday for a routine check-up but the doctors admitted him for observation.
Maa Jaisa Koi Nahi: Virat Kohli and Virender Sehwag Lead Mother's Day Wishes
Kohli, who has been actively doing his bit to help during the coronavirus lockdown along with wife Anushka Sharma, posted a couple of pictures with his mother on social media.
Elon Musk Tells Us How to Pronounce his Son X Æ A-12's Name and it is Not that Complicated
Tesla boss Elon Musk and his partner Claire Grimes Boucher welcomed their first baby on May 4 and baffled everyone with the choice of the name.
'I Couldn't Hold My Baby': What It's Like to Become a Mother During the Times of Coronavirus
With COVID-19 wearing out healthcare system of India thin, is India equipped to deal with the COVID-19 baby boom? Can it contain the impact it will have on women's mental and physical healthcare as well as India's deplorable child mortality rate?
These Japanese Kids Serve Backhands Just Like Tennis Stars Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic
Six-year-old Yunosuke and four-year-old Koujirou can be seen training on the Swedish and Serbian legends in a viral video.
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma Donate for Welfare of Mumbai Police Personnel
Virat and Anushka have been trying to help the needy as much as they can in these troubled times and apart from donating to the PM-CARES Fund.
IAS Officer With Month Old Baby, Telangana Woman Who Rode 1,400 Km: Supermoms And Coronavirus Warriors
These mothers deserve a huge round of applause!
'Made by Jains, No Muslim Staff': Chennai Bakery Draws Flak for Islamophobic Ad
Later, it was reported that the owner of the bakery located in T Nagar in Chennai was arrested.
Redditors Did a Lockdown Cooking Contest and Here Are the Best Recipes
The best three photos will be decided on the basis of the votes on the posts.
Girls get the power to refuse child marriage
In West Bengal, girls are being empowered to refuse early marriage thanks to a state government initiative that enables them to stay longer in school. The Kanyashree Prakalpa scheme has been remarkably successful in curbing child marriage and promoting girl child education, says Saadia Azim.