Mumbai schools reopen for classes 8-12 today, check guidelines here
With the reducing number of COVID-19 cases, schools reopened in the financial capital of India from Monday.
Oct 04, 2021, 11:30 AM IST
Thousands in Brazil protest against President Jair Bolsonaro, seek his impeachment
The protest targeted President Jair Bolsonaro for his mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil.
Oct 03, 2021, 08:20 AM IST
India earned UAE's 'goodwill for lifetime' by supporting it during pandemic, says Piyush Goyal
"Every meeting I have had, every single engagement I have had including this morning, including some of the senior leaders who met me, everybody appreciated India`s gesture during the lockdown," Piyush Goyal said.
Oct 03, 2021, 06:42 AM IST
Travel to Mexico from India right now: What travelers need to know
The only requirement to enter Mexico is to fill out the mandatory health declaration form and present the QR code when entering the country.
Oct 01, 2021, 14:10 PM IST
Kentucky lawmakers scrap statewide mask mandate in schools
The masking provisions sparked emotional debate on the third day of the special session called by the Democratic governor to address the pandemic.
Sep 10, 2021, 18:43 PM IST
Australia sees surge in domestic violence during pandemic
Covid actually gave perpetrators another weapon to further enhance the control over their victims. The study says 62 per cent of domestic and family violence (DFV) sector workers reported an increase in demand during the pandemic
Sep 10, 2021, 17:06 PM IST
Australia`s new daily COVID-19 cases top 1,000 for the first time
Sydney is struggling to stamp out a surge in the fast-spreading Delta variant, with daily infections hitting record levels even after two months under lockdown.
Aug 26, 2021, 13:30 PM IST
India at 75: Anand Mahindra's influential post on Independence Day goes viral, check here
In the same course, India's one of the most famous Industrialists Anand Mahindra also expressed his views and shared a post on Independence Day to wish his fans and followers a powerful message on his Twitter handle.
Aug 15, 2021, 16:31 PM IST
COVID-19 third wave depends on people’s behaviour: AIIMS Director Randeep Guleria
The Director of Delhi AIIMS, Randeep Guleria on Friday (August 13, 2021) said the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic is not yet over and the third wave depends on the COVID-appropriate behaviour by the people.
Aug 14, 2021, 07:27 AM IST
Centre to give Rs 5 lakh free health insurance to children orphaned due to COVID-19
The announcement was made by Union Minister Anurag Thakur, who said that the premium for the health insurance will be paid by Prime Minister`s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations Fund (PMCares).
Aug 05, 2021, 15:37 PM IST
Delhi University announces no hike in admission fee, complete refund to students unable to join courses
Due to COVID-19 infection, the income of many people has shrunk while several people have lost their jobs so the varsity has decided not to increase the admission fees for students. Apart from this, DU has also announced a major relief measure for the students.
Aug 05, 2021, 06:53 AM IST
1.5 million children worldwide lost parents, guardians due to COVID-19: Lancet study
The countries with the highest numbers of children who lost primary caregivers (parents or custodial grandparents) included South Africa, Peru, United States, India, Brazil, and Mexico.
Jul 22, 2021, 09:16 AM IST
Breastfeeding mothers should get vaccinated without hesitation, ICMR expert debunks myths related to COVID-19 vaccines
"Breastfeeding mothers should get themselves vaccinated against COVID-19 without any hesitation," ICMR expert, Dr Panda said.
Jul 10, 2021, 11:38 AM IST
When will India be free of coronavirus? ICMR expert says COVID may become a flu-like endemic
"The COVID-19 virus will reach its endemic stage like Influenza after a while and then vulnerable population may have to take the vaccine shot annually," ICMR expert, Dr Panda said.
Jul 10, 2021, 10:34 AM IST
Delhi government to conduct survey to identify children orphaned by COVID-19 pandemic
The officers have been attached with child welfare committees and district child protection units to conduct the survey by July 20.
Jul 09, 2021, 14:18 PM IST
CM Mamata Banerjee to mark Shahid Divas with virtual address on July 21
Mamata Banerjee said that Shahid Dibas is a solemn occasion to remember 13 Bravehearts who were brutally killed in a politically orchestrated violence back in 1993.
Jul 06, 2021, 17:02 PM IST
Thousands in brazil protest against President Jair Bolsonaro over COVID-19 pandemic handling
Thousands of people gathered in atleast 13 state capitals to demonstrate against Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro for his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic situation and called for impeachment.
Jul 04, 2021, 14:13 PM IST
Second COVID-19 wave witnessed significantly higher mortality rate: ICMR study claims
Data collected under the NCRC were analysed to describe the differences in demographic and clinical features of COVID-19 patients recruited during these two successive waves.
Jul 03, 2021, 23:41 PM IST
Over 50 countries interested in Co-WIN platform, India ready to share software
Sources said other countries such as Vietnam, Iraq, Dominican Republic, the United Arab Emirates have also expressed interest in knowing about the Co-WIN platform.
Jun 28, 2021, 17:51 PM IST
Gold imports jump multi-fold to $6.91 bn in April-May on low base effect
The significant jump in the gold imports has lead to widening of the country's trade deficit, difference between imports and exports, to USD 21.38 billion during April-May this fiscal as against USD 9.91 billion in the year-ago period.
Jun 27, 2021, 13:47 PM IST
