India
Pakistan's State Airline Halts Flights to Kabul
Early Monday morning, flight-tracking data showed no immediate commercial flights over the country.
Bharat Biotech Working on Nasal Vaccine That Will Work as Booster Covid-19 Dose: Report
Dr Krishna Ella, chairman and managing director of Bharat Biotech, said the company is working on a combination of Covaxin followed by a nasal vaccine.
UK Govt Takes Back Decision to Reopen Chevening Scholarship for Afghan Students
The UK government offers Chevening Scholarship programme to candidates who want to study for one year master’s degree at any university in the country.
The 6 Schemes Which PM Modi Wants to Reach All, and Need for a Quantum Jump in the Run-Up to 2024
Four of the schemes rolled out in Modi’s first term and played a role in his 2019 win while ‘Ayushman Bharat’ and ‘Har Ghar Jal’ have shown some impact on the ground in Modi’s second term so far.
On Independence Day, UP Police Travel to Chennai to Arrest Man for Youtube Videos on Modi
In most of his videos, Mishra had criticised the Bharatiya Janata Party government over its handling of the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic.
Take-off Point for Atmanirbhar Bharat: PM Modi's I-Day Speech Was an Exercise in 'Vision'
At a time when the Opposition senses blood in the water, PM Modi appeared to make a conscious attempt to infuse optimism and and present the rosy vision of a vibrant nation on the cusp of a transformational moment.
Two Guests Dead, as Many Injured in Delhi Hotel Fire
The incident took place around 7.30 am, they said, adding that one of the deceased has been identified as Deepak, a resident of Bagdola, Sector-8, Dwarka.
Sports Minister Promises Expansion of TOPS, Financial Windfall for Tokyo 2020 Performers
Driven by India's best medal haul in Tokyo Olympics, the government will expand the size and scope of the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) keeping the 2024 and 2028 Games in mind, Sports Minister Anurag Thakur said.
Stoning for Adultery, Execution for Tight Clothes: Taliban’s Medieval Gender Rules for Afghan Women
When Taliban ruled Afghanistan from 1996 to 2001 they imposed Sharia law, a strict interpretation of Islamic law which meant women could not work, girls were banned from attending school and women had to cover their faces in public.
Neeraj Chopra, Sumit Nagal Wish Fans on Independence Day
Neeraj Chopra, Sumit Nagal, Aditi Ashok and more wished their fans a Happy Independence Day.
Kolkata Museum Trams Inaugurated Depicting India’s Freedom Struggle and Partition
The museum on wheels will be on display at Esplanade in Kolkata city from August 15 till December-end. From January 1, 2022, it will move to other parts of the city.
News 18 Afternoon Digest: Under 'Tremendous' Pressure, Is Afghan Prez Headed for US?; At Least 20 Killed in Lebanon Fuel Tanker Explosion & Other Stories
Here are the top stories we are covering this afternoon: Under 'Tremendous' Pressure as Taliban Race Closer to Takeover, Is Afghan Prez Headed for US? Next 24 Hours Critical; Online Fraud: Be Aware of These Numbers Which May Look Like Bank’s Toll Free Num...
Five Engaging Ways to Teach Your Kids About Independence History
You can plan a few activities for children to help them understand the meaning and importance of Independence Day in a better way.
Independence Day 2021: Vice President, President Lead Wishes as India Remembers Freedom Struggle
While Prime Minister Narendra Modi is addressing people from the ramparts of Red Fort on Sunday, expressing the hope that it will infuse new energy, President Ram Nath Kovind addressed the nation on the eve of Independence Day.
Judges In Texas Reinstate Mask Mandate Defying Governor Abbot's Order As Coronavirus Cases Surge
Courts in US State of Texas have reinstated mask mandates as the cases of coronavirus are once again on rise in several areas of its region. Judges, including Indian-American Judge, KP George from Fort Bend County, Texas reinstated mask mandates in the co...
Truck Explosion Kills 11; Injures Several In Pak: Officials
At least 11 people, including 6 women and 4 children, were killed and several others injured when a truck they were travelling in exploded allegedly after a hand grenade attack by unidentified men in Pakistan's port city of Karachi, police said. The inc...