India
Biggest Challenge Now is to Ensure Death Rate Remains Low, Says Chairman of Special Panel on Covid-19
CK Mishra, who is also the environment secretary, says while people will get infected and they will get cured, deaths need to be kept under control.
Aviation Minister Revises Figures, Says 832 Domestic Flights Operated on Monday
It is not clear if Hardeep Singh Puri has included the international repatriation flights being operated under Vande Bharat Mission in his revised figure of 832 flights.
Death of Mumbai Hospital Worker Sparks Protest; Employees Demand Basic Facilities, Life Insurance
A union member said the contractual daily labourer was not sanctioned sick leave despite him complaining about body pains and fever having worked in the COVID-19 ward for the last few days.
Bihar Board BSEB 10th Result 2020 Declared at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in; Check all Details Here
BSEB 10th Result 2020 Live Updates: The BSEB Bihar Board Class 10th result 2020 has been released at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in. Other websites where the matric results can be checked are onlinebseb.in, bsebresult.online, bsebonline.org, and biharboard...
Kerala Records Sixth Fatality as 62-Year-Old Dies of Covid-19 in Kozhikode
The woman died around 10 PM at the Kozhikode Medical College Hospital where she had been under treatment after testing positive for the coronavirus on Friday.
Delhi HC Exempts Lawyers from Wearing Coats, Gowns, Sherwani during Pandemic
However, the lawyers should be dressed in a sober and dignified manner, an administrative order issued by the court said.
Executive Has Substantial Emergency Powers, But Courts Responsible to Protect Citizens' Right: SC Judge
Justice DY Chandrachud's observations assume significance in view of the fact that senior advocate Dushyant Dave and few others have questioned the role of judiciary during the pandemic.
LIC Launches Modified PMVVY Pension Scheme, To be Available For Sale From Tuesday
This plan will be available for sale commencing from Tuesday for three financial years up to March 2023, LIC said in a statement, adding that the scheme can be purchased offline as well as online from LIC website.
ILO Expresses Deep Concerns over Labour Law Suspension, Dilution to PM Modi
The ILO's intervention came after 10 central trade unions escalated the issue of suspension and tweaking of labour laws with the international body through a letter on May 14.
Govt Releases Rs 1,000 Crore to West Bengal; Central Team to Visit Soon to Assess Cyclone Damage
The rescue-and-relief operations in West Bengal were discussed at a meeting of the National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC).
K'taka Man in Quarantine Facility Kills Self Despite Testing Negative for Covid-19, Kin Blame Stigma
The man was lodged in a Covid care center at Karnataka State Open University's building on May 19 after he showed symptoms of influenza-like illness such as sore throat, fever, and cough.
PM Modi Greets People on Eid-ul-Fitr, Wishes for 'Health and Prosperity'
'Greetings on Eid-ul-Fitr. May this special occasion further the spirit of compassion, brotherhood and harmony. May everyone be healthy and prosperous,' the prime minister said.
Students, Migrants Take the First Flight Home After Being Grounded for Months Due to Lockdown
Flight operations remained shut for two months owing to the nationwide lockdown necessitated by the coronavirus pandemic.
No Signs of Indian, Chinese Troops Backing Off as Standoff Continues in Eastern Ladakh
In the midst of the flare-ups, the Indian Army on Sunday categorically rejected reports that Indian patrol teams were detained by Chinese troops in Eastern Ladakh in the last few days
Govt Extends Validity of Vehicle Documents Till July 31, No Late Fee for Delays
The ministry has earlier issued an advisory on March 30, 2020, to all regarding extension of validity of the documents related to Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989.
People More Worried About Economic Crisis Than Coronavirus, Says Study
The study, based on responses of participants from 104 cities across 23 states, said majority of respondents are worried about the economic impact of the lockdown.