India
Elaborate Precautionary Measures in Sabarimala in View of Covid-19
The entire pilgrimage would be through the virtual queue system this time, so the usual heavy rush can be regulated, Devaswom Minister Kadakampally Surendran said after a high level meeting of officials to review the final preparations at the temple on Fr...
ED Director SK Mishra's Tenure Extended by One Year
Sanjay Kumar Mishra, 60, is a 1984-batch Indian Revenue Service officer of the Income Tax cadre and was appointed the Enforcement Directorate chief on November 19, 2018.
India Get Saha Boost, Ganguly Says Stumper To Be Fit For Australia Tests
Indian cricket board (BCCI) president Sourav Ganguly has no doubt wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha, currently nursing a double hamstring injury, will be fit for India's fourtest series in Australia beginning next month.
Children’s Day 2020: Interesting Facts and Significance of 'Bal Diwas'
November 14 was selected as Children’s Day to pay tribute to Pandit Nehru, as was known for his fondness of children, who called him ‘Chacha Nehru’.
Quota Unquote: NCBC Organises First Public Hearing on OBC Reservations at University of Hyderabad
According to sources, there were complaints regarding the non-implementation of OBC reservation after which it was deemed necessary to hold a public hearing for the first time.
Income Tax Relief to Realty Sector to Help Developers Liquidate Unsold Inventory: Finance Ministry
The Aatmanirbhar Bharat 3.0 package included income tax relief measures for real estate developers and homebuyers for primary purchase/sale of residential units of value of up to Rs 2 crore for the period from November 12, 2020 to June 30, 2021.
TMC and Bimal Gurung's GJM Plotted Attack on Convoy, Alleges Bengal BJP Chief Dilip Ghosh
Ghosh told reporters that the TMC has now joined hands with forces it had once labelled as "anti-national", with an eye on three assembly seats in the Hills.
Covid-19 Test Mandatory for People Coming to Lucknow from Other States on Diwali
Special precaution is being taken with people coming to the state capital to celebrate Diwali, particularly from Delhi and its adjoining areas, Lucknow's chief medical officer said, adding that people coming from Mumbai are also on the radar of the Health...
Great Experience With 100% Growth, Say Delhi Sellers on Amazon Great Indian Festival
Small businesses from Delhi have leveraged the power of e-commerce to sell their unique products to millions of Amazon customers across the countries during the biggest sale of the year.
Sensex, Nifty Fall As Sell-off In Banks Continues
Indian shares fell on Friday as investors continued to lock in gains on bank shares following a sharp rally, while assessing retail inflation data that was higher than the central bank's target.
PVR Cinemas Reopen Its Theatres In Maharashtra
PVR Cinemas reopened the doors of its cinema halls for the general public in Maharashtra from Thursday amid stringent precautionary measures. The Maharashtra government had on November 5 allowed cinema halls, multiplexes and drama theatres outside conta...
Dhanteras Sales Kick off on Muted Note, High Prices of Gold and Silver Dent Sentiment
However, jewellers are expecting maximum footfalls on Friday as Dhanteras considered the most auspicious day in Hindu calendar for buying items, ranging from precious metals like gold and silver to utensils is being celebrated for two days this year.
Enhancing Connectivity with ASEAN a Major Priority for India, Says PM Modi
He made the remarks at a virtual summit between India and the ASEAN. "We believe a cohesive and responsive ASEAN is needed for security and growth for all in the region," Modi said.
Govt Working on Short, Medium-term Measures to Control Price Rise: Nirmala Sitharaman
The wholesale price index (WPI) based inflation rose to a seven-month high of 1.32 per cent in September, while retail inflation was at eight-month high of 7.34 per cent on spiralling prices of food items, especially vegetables.
Happy Dhanteras 2020: Five Things to Donate on This Day
Dhanteras marks the first day of the Hindu festival of Diwali when people purchase jewellery, gold and silver utensils.
Chief of Ram Janmabhoomi Body Undergoes Dialysis, Condition Critical but Under Control, Say Doctors
Mahant Nritya Gopal Das underwent another dialysis on Wednesday as his kidneys aren’t functioning properly due to lack of urination. Doctors said his health condition is serious but currently under control.