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Home Ministry to send Central team to assess cyclone damage in Bengal

The Centre has released relief to the West Bengal government and Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) will be sending a team soon to assess the damage caused by super cyclone Amphan. National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC) under the chairmanship of Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Guaba met for the fifth time on

With over 50,000 cases, Maharashtra’s coronavirus battle turns intense

As the Coronavirus continues to wreak havoc across the globe, the situation in India’s worst-hit state, Maharashtra, is on a complete tailspin and the sorry state of public health services are becoming visible. The state, which is currently ruled by the Shiv Sena, Congress and National Congress Party government, has

Heatwave intensifies in north India, no relief till 28 May

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Monday that extreme heat conditions are likely to continue over many parts of north India, including Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, till 28 May. The temperature is expected to touch 46°C in these areas. The IMD has already declared areas like Gurugram,

China decides to evacuate citizens from India amid rise in corona cases, border tensions

China has decided to evacuate its citizens, including students, tourists and businessmen, from India in the wake of the rising Covid-19 cases in the country. The Chinese Embassy notice has also come at a time when several face-offs have been reported between Indian and Chinese soldiers in the last one

Delhi govt tells private hospitals to reserve 20% beds for Covid patients

Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain says 117 private hospitals and nursing homes should keep 20% beds reserved for coronavirus patients.

Passports of Maulana Saad’s five closest aides seized

The Delhi Police Crime Branch has seized various documents, including passports, of five individuals who are allegedly close to Tablighi Jamaat Markaz chief Maulana Saad Khandalwi. The five associates were part of Maulana Saad’s inner circle and commanded important units of the Markaz, including economic activities. Following the Crime Branch’s

SC allows Air India to operate repatriation flights without leaving middle seat empty till 6 June

The Supreme Court has allowed Air India to operate non-scheduled flights with middle seats occupied till 6 June to evacuate people and fly them back home. However, the decision to keep middle seats vacant or occupied will be taken by the Bombay High Court on 2 June. Till the case

Bihar sets up task force for unemployed migrants

As the number of returning migrant workers in Bihar begins to swell, the state government is ready with an action plan to combat the growing unemployment and provide skill-based jobs to them. A task force has been constituted for skill-mapping of these labourers who have returned in droves and are

Jagan’s men target Andhra HC judges, call them TDP supporters

The Andhra Pradesh High Court has come under unprecedented attack from a faction of ruling YSRCP activists following three judgements on Friday. The High Court has been a target of such filthy and malignant language by the supporters of Chief Minister Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy after almost 50 judgements that were

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Stand-up comedy accepts new reality, goes digital

While comedians may miss the thrill of performing in front of a live audience, they understand the new reality of life and are preparing for a post-Covid world.

We must stand together & support industry people: Mirzapur actress

Mirzapur actress Anangsha Biswas is quite concerned about the cast and crew and is urging the film industry to come forward and help them on a personal level. Anangsha says, “I am filled with gratitude that Covid-19 caught me at a better curb of my life and career. My heart