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First Special Train from Delhi Reaches Mumbai, Passengers Relieved
Some passengers, however, also complained that after alighting from the train, they were forced to stand in a queue for a couple of hours for thermal screening and sanitisation of their baggage.
Maharashtra Looks to Extend Lockdown in Covid-19 Hotspots till May 31
The possibility of extending the restrictions at these places was discussed during a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday.
Avalanche Traps Soldier in North Sikkim's Lugnak La, Search Operations On
A patrolling-cum-snow clearance party of 17 to 18 soldiers and officers came under a sudden slow slide in the Lugnak La region.
BJP Govts in UP, Gujarat Not Allowing Trains Booked by Congress to Bring Back Migrants: Ajay Lallu
He said about 10 lakh labourers are stranded in other states because of the coronavirus-forced lockdown.
Sambhaji Maharaj Jayanti 2020 WhatsApp Messages, Wishes, Greeting to Celebrate the Day
On May 14, 1657, Sambhaji Maharaj was born to Chhatrapati Sivaji Maharaj and his first wife Saibai. Sambhaji took over the reign of the Kingdom of Maratha after the demise of Sivaji.
TN Rights Panel Issues Notice to Civic Official For Damaging Fruit Carts of Vendors
A video of Thomas going berserk in Vaniyambadi went viral on social media where he was seen throwing fruits on to the streets; throwing bananas sold by a woman on a pushcart on the road and also upturning another pushcart with fruits.
US FDA Issues EIR to Dr Reddy's Formulations Facility in AP
The report indicates closure of the audit and the inspection classification of the facility was determined as "No Action Indicated" (NAI).
Global Firms Disallowed from Govt Procurement Tenders of up to Rs 200 Crore, Says FM Sitharaman
Speaking to the media here on Wednesday, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman noted that Indian MSMEs and other companies have often faced unfair competition from foreign companies.
FM Sitharaman Announces Rs 3 Lakh Crore Collateral Free Automatic Loan for Businesses
This will benefit 45 lakh small businesses, Sitharaman said detailing parts of the Rs 20 lakh crore economic stimulus package. The loan will have 4 year tenure and will have 12 month moratorium.
Army Mulls Proposal to Allow Civilians in Force for Three-year Tenure
At present, the Army recruits young people under short service commission for an initial tenure of 10 years. Sources said the proposal is part of broad efforts to bring in reform in the 1.3- million-strong force.
Covid-19 Crisis: Major States Staring at Staggering Rs 97,100 Crore Revenue Loss in April
According to an estimate by India Ratings on Wednesday, both the Centre and states are struggling due to the dried-up cash inflow but the problems of states are more precarious because the actual battle against the pandemic and the associated expenditure...
Advancement of Monsoon Over Andaman and Nicobar Around May 16: Meteorological Department
The onset date of monsoon over Kerala is June 1, which marks the commencement of the four-month-long rainfall season in the country.
UP Govt Suspends Transfers of Employees During 2020-21 Due to Outbreak of Coronavirus
However, in case of unavoidable circumstances, transfers can be carried out with the chief minister's approval.
Covid-19 Pandemic to Impact Study Abroad Plans of Over 48% Indian Students: Report
While higher education institutions might adapt sooner or later to the e-learning practices, it might take a relatively longer time to come to terms with the drastic changes in the student mobility for higher education.
South Korea's LG Chem Sends Delegation to India to Probe Deadly Gas Leak
LG Chem said the eight-member delegation, led by its petrochemicals business head, will brief support measures to affected residents and meet with India government officials.
With Emphasis on Self-reliance, PM Modi Used 'Atmanirbhar' 19 Times in Economic Aid Speech
As far as the frequency of the words used is concerned, the PM mentioned ‘Shramik’ (labourer) just thrice and the word ‘Mazdoor’ (labourer, too) only twice in his address.