Lockdown returns in Maharastra: Schools and colleges closed in Pune city, night curfew in these districts
The COVID-19 cases are increasing in different districts of Maharashtra, while schools and colleges have been closed in Pune till 28 February. The state government has decided to impose a night curfew from 11 am to 6 am in Nashik, and has also announced a lockdown in Yavatmal, Amravati, and Achalpur.
Feb 22, 2021, 12:21 PM IST
Delhi HC pulls up CBSE for 'anti-student attitude', makes this observation against Board
The Delhi High Court said, "We don't like this anti-student attitude of the CBSE. You are dragging students all the way to the Supreme Court. Should they be studying or going to court? We should start imposing costs on the CBSE.? "
Dec 14, 2020, 16:27 PM IST
Sonu Sood tops '50 Asian Celebrities in The World' list for being good samaritan
Sonu Sood beat off tough global competition to top the '50 Asian Celebrities in The World' list, which is published by UK-based weekly newspaper 'Eastern Eye'.
Dec 10, 2020, 12:52 PM IST
As LA goes into lockdown before Christmas, Preity Zinta shares pics of empty streets
The empty streets of Los Angeles can be seen in the background, lit up and decorated for Christmas.
Dec 03, 2020, 21:10 PM IST
Increased consumption of bread, rusk, biscuits and cheese witnessed during COVID-19 lockdown
Britannia Industries focussed on the production of 20% brands that brought in 80% revenue during COVID-19 lockdown, said MD Varun Berry.
Dec 01, 2020, 17:06 PM IST
No new lockdown, Centre's new COVID-19 guidelines to be effective from December 1; check details
The Centre has issued new guidelines as India witnesses a spurt in COVID-19 cases across several states.
Nov 25, 2020, 20:29 PM IST
About 100 power connections permanently disconnected in UP's Nodia amid COVID-19 lockdown
Industrial units in the Gautam Budh Nagar have withdrawn about 100 power connections, due to the impact of COVID-19 imposed lockdown.
Oct 13, 2020, 06:28 AM IST
DNA Exclusive: Fake news may trigger riots or create war-like situation between two nations
MoS Home G Kishan Reddy told Parliament on Tuesday that the migration of a large number of workers was triggered by fake news during the lockdown.
Sep 17, 2020, 01:33 AM IST
Nudges from PM Narendra Modi were critical in creating herd effect on COVID-19 lockdown, social distancing norms: Study
"A conclusion was drawn on leveraging these heuristics are crucial for lockdown easement planning," said study.
No data available on migrant deaths due to COVID-19 lockdown: Government tells Parliament
The Narendra Modi government has informed the Parliament that it does not have any data regarding the number of migrants who died or were injured during migration to their native places due to the coronavirus-induced lockdown across the country.
Sep 15, 2020, 10:07 AM IST
Shirdi Saibaba shrine's donations take a hit, temple's income declines due to COVID-19 lockdown
Coronavirus-induced lockdown has seriously affected the income of the famous Saibaba temple in Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra as its income has taken a hit.
Sep 10, 2020, 11:22 AM IST
Unlock 4: States further ease COVID-19 restrictions; Bars and hotels reopen, buses ply
Many states have come out with their set of rules related to relaxations permitted outside the containment zones, though they were, by and large, following the Centre's August 29 guidelines on prohibiting activities of schools, colleges, cinema halls, etc till September 30.
Sep 01, 2020, 22:40 PM IST
Start funding six stalled projects of Amrapali group: SC asks SBICAP Ventures
The Supreme Court asked the Centre to consider as a special case and provide remaining money for the construction of other stalled projects from the stress funds created for the real estate sector.
Aug 28, 2020, 00:59 AM IST
Vidyut Jammwal extends financial aid to stuntmen
Vidyut came to know that the industry stuntmen weren't remunerated during these tough times. The actor then got in touch with the organisation that manages these "screen warriors".
Aug 13, 2020, 19:42 PM IST
CLAT 2020 to be held on September 7 from 2pm-4pm: Check details
The CLAT 2020 exam was scheduled to be held in May but was postponed several times due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Aug 11, 2020, 19:13 PM IST
Over 9.30 lakh stranded Indians returned under Vande Bharat mission during coronavirus pandemic: MoS MEA
Addressing the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation- National Centre for Good Governance (ITEC-NCGG) Workshop on COVID-19 Good Governance Practices in a Pandemic, Muraleedharan said that so far more than 120,000 foreigners belonging to 120 countries have been repatriated from India.
Aug 07, 2020, 07:17 AM IST
Delhi HC rejects PIL seeking directions to waive off school tuition fee amid coronavirus-induced lockdown
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday (August 1, 2020) refused to entertain public interest litigation (PIL) seeking directions to the Delhi government to take steps to waive off the school tuition fee amid the ongoing coronavirus-induced lockdown.
Aug 04, 2020, 13:58 PM IST
GTA extends coronavirus lockdown in Darjeeling, Kalimpong districts till August 8
The Gorkhaland Territorial Authority on Saturday announced the extension of coronavirus-induced lockdown in the GTA-administered for a period of seven days, till August 8, 2020. The extended lockdown will remain effective in the GTA region covering Darjeeling and Kalimpong districts of West Bengal till August 8.
Aug 01, 2020, 15:14 PM IST
Music director Ilaiyaraaja’s studio equipment, instruments damaged; complaint filed
Ilaiyaraaja is a 77-year old musician who has composed music for more than 1300 movies and in excess of 7000 songs in several languages in India since the year 1976.
Jul 31, 2020, 22:54 PM IST
Flight operations at Kolkata Airport to remain suspended on lockdown days in August in West Bengal
The Kolkata Airport authorities on Thursday (July 30, 2020) said that all flight operations will remain suspended on lockdown days in West Bengal. Through its official Twitter handle, the Kolkata Airport informed that “flight operations at Kolkata Airport will remain suspended on following lockdown days as announced by West Bengal government: 5th, 8th, 16th, 17th, 23rd, 24th & 31st August 2020.’’
Jul 30, 2020, 10:56 AM IST
