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UAE President Forms New Abu Dhabi Supreme Council
United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed, in his capacity as the ruler of Abu Dhabi, on Sunday established a Supreme Council for Financial and Economic Affairs that will also oversee matters relating to petroleum and natural resources...
Mumbai Civic Body Issues Revised SOPs for Travellers in View of New Covid-19 Strain in UK
As per the amended Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), travellers will be kept under institutional quarantine after arrival and RTPCR test will be conducted on the seventh day from the arrival at the respective hotels, institutional facilities at their o...
'What Magic is This Rahul Ji?' Nadda Tweets Old Video of Cong Leader's LS Speech Batting for Farm Reforms
BJP president JP Nadda on Sunday shared an old video of Rahul Gandhi's speech in Lok Sabha in which the Congress leader is seen advocating the need for farmers to get rid of middlemen and sell their produce directly to industry.
'More of Realisation Than Crime': MP 'Love Jihad' Law Exempts Reconversion to 'Ancestral Religion'
Elaborating on the exemption, Madhya Pradesh home minister Narottam Mishra said re-conversion will not be a punishable offence under this law because it is 'more a realisation of a mistake than a crime'.
Thailand Confirms 121 New Coronavirus Infections
Thailand confirmed 121 new infections of the novel coronavirus, a senior official said on Sunday, up from the 103 cases reported earlier in the day.
Govt Shells Out Rs 22,087 Crore as Interest Towards Recapitalisation Bonds for Banks
According to official document, the interest payment by the government surged three times to Rs 16,285.99 crore to PSBs as they have been holding these papers.
Five Ways to Make the Most of Your Household Budget
Setting up an emergency fund is a preventive measure for not derailing your financial plans. Emergency expenses can sometimes strain your finances and cost a lot of money.
Despite Smooth Election, GOP Leaders Seek Vote Restrictions
Changes to the way millions of Americans voted this year contributed to record turnout, but that's no guarantee the measures making it easier to cast ballots will stick around for future elections.
Protests Keep Up Against Israeli PM As New Election Looms
Hundreds of Israelis protested against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday, calling on the longserving leader to resign just days after the country was plunged into a new national election.
Two More UK-returned Persons Test Positive for Covid-19 in Delhi; Total Cases Touch 21
Now, genome-testing will be conducted on them to ascertain whether they have been infected with the mutated strain in the UK or the one prevalent locally, an official said.
Bengal Education Minister Urges JU Students to Stop Gheraoing Varsity Authorities
Chatterjee, when asked about a 12-hour gherao of the university's vice chancellor, pro-VC and registrar by some engineering students last week, said the students should not resort to such forms of agitation that cause physical stress to their teachers.
Will Meet Operating Expenditure from Earnings: Railway Board Chairman Assesses Pandemic-hit Year
Railway Board Chairman VK Yadav said several expenditure-control measures and freight revenue earnings will help compensate for the losses in the passenger segment.
CBI Moves Fresh Plea in SC to Quiz West Bengal IPS Officer in Connection With Saradha Scam
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) said Kumar's further questioning is necessary in order to unearth the larger nexus in the scam. The plea is likely to be taken up for hearing on the reopening of the apex court after the winter break.
Don't Drink Alcohol, Says IMD Advisory as North India Braces for 'Severe' Cold Wave
In its latest impact-based advisory, the IMD said there is increased likelihood of various illnesses, adding "Don't drink alcohol. It reduces your body temperature."
CBSE Board Exams 2021 Dates to be Announced on December 31 at 6pm: Education Minister
The dates for Central Board of School Education (CBSE) board exams 2021 will be announced by education minister Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ on December 31 at 6pm. “Major announcements for students & parents! I will announce the date when the exams will com...
Amazon Working on Adding Marathi Language After Controversy in Maharashtra
An Amazon warehouse in Pune's Kondhwa was vandalised earlier today, allegedly by MNS workers over a notice sent by a Mumbai court to Raj Thackeray after Amazon's complaint.