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13 Oct 2020
DwarkaDelhi's air quality 'very poor' for first time this season
The air quality in Delhi-NCR (National Capital Region) dipped to "very poor" on Tuesday for the first time since the coronavirus lockdown was imposed in March.
13 Oct 2020
Supreme Court Of IndiaHathras case: Victim's brother taken by CBI for questioning
The team of Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), probing the Hathras gang-rape case, took the victim's brother with it on Tuesday for questioning, reports said.
13 Oct 2020
IndiaWhen will India get coronavirus vaccine? Early 2021, claims minister
Giving a glimmer of hope to a nation buried by coronavirus caseload and deaths linked to it, Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan said today India will most likely get the vaccine by early 2021.
13 Oct 2020
Akshay KumarCow dung chip, providing "protection from radiation," unveiled by government
In a bizarre turn of events, Rashtriya Kamdhenu Aayog (RKA) Chairman Vallabhbhai Kathiria unveiled a chip made of cow dung on Monday announcing that it reduces harmful radiations from mobiles.
13 Oct 2020
Supreme Court Of IndiaWon't immerse ashes; Hathras victim's family narrates ordeal to HC
The family of the 19-year-old girl, whose assault and death in Hathras jolted India, said on Monday that they won't be immersing her ashes — a mandatory ritual for the dead — until they get justice.
13 Oct 2020
IndiaCoronavirus: India's tally reaches 71.7 lakh with 54k new cases
As the pace of the coronavirus outbreak slows down, India on Monday reported roughly 54,000 fresh infections, marking the lowest single-day spike in almost two months.
12 Oct 2020
Delhi High CourtTop Bollywood filmmakers file case against Republic TV, Times Now
More than 30 leading Bollywood filmmakers have filed a case in the Delhi High Court against two top news channels over their coverage of actor Sushant Singh Rajput's death case investigation.
12 Oct 2020
Rajnath SinghPakistan, China creating border row under mission: Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said that after Pakistan, China seems to now be creating a border row, as though the nations are on a mission.
12 Oct 2020
Indian Premier League (IPL)16-year-old held for issuing rape threats against MS Dhoni's daughter
A 16-year-old boy was detained on Sunday from Kutch district in Gujarat for allegedly issuing rape threats against cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni's five-year-old daughter.
12 Oct 2020
MaharashtraMaharashtra: Father, boyfriend raped teen; dumped fetus gets them arrested
The father and boyfriend of a 17-year-old teen in Maharashtra were arrested on Monday for allegedly raping her repeatedly, reports PTI. The sexual violence left the victim pregnant.
12 Oct 2020
MumbaiMumbai: Power restored in most areas, trains return to normalcy
In the latest development, power has been restored in most parts of Mumbai, hours after an unprecedented cut threw residents into a state of disarray.
12 Oct 2020
IndiaIndo-China tensions: Seventh round of military talks could remain inconclusive
India and China will hold the seventh round of military talks at Chusul on Monday with an agenda to ease tensions at the Line of Actual Control (LAC), but the outcome is likely to remain unchanged.
12 Oct 2020
LucknowHathras case: Victim's family to testify before Allahabad HC today
The bereaved family of a 19-year-old Dalit woman from Hathras in Uttar Pradesh will appear before the Allahabad High Court on Monday to narrate their version of the story.
12 Oct 2020
IndiaCoronavirus: India's tally crosses 71L with nearly 68k new cases
India on Sunday reported nearly 68,000 fresh coronavirus infections in the past 24 hours, pushing the nationwide tally to 71.2 lakh cases.
11 Oct 2020
MumbaiAarey Forest: Metro car shed to be relocated, announces Thackeray
Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday announced that the metro car shed project in Mumbai's Aarey will be relocated to Kanjurmarg.
11 Oct 2020
Andhra PradeshAttempts to destabilize Andhra Pradesh government: CM Reddy to CJI
In a rare letter to the Chief Justice of India, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jaganmohan Reddy has accused Justice NV Ramana of the Supreme Court of conspiring against his state government.
11 Oct 2020
All India Institute Of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)Coronavirus: Winter and pollution can cause spike, says AIIMS Director
Amid a decline in the number of coronavirus infections in India, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Director Dr. Randeep Guleria has warned about a possible spike in the coming weeks.
11 Oct 2020
IndiaUP: Schools to reopen for Classes 9-12 from October 19
Schools in Uttar Pradesh have been allowed to reopen in a phased manner from October 19, the state government announced on Saturday.
11 Oct 2020
Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI)CBI takes over Hathras probe; agency to also investigate 'conspiracy'
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken over the investigation into the alleged gang-rape and murder of a 19-year-old Dalit woman in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh.
11 Oct 2020
IndiaCoronavirus: As outbreak pace slows, India crosses 7 million mark
India on Saturday reported over 74,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally past the seven million mark. The number of recoveries has also crossed the six million mark.
10 Oct 2020
BollywoodSharpshooter, involved in attack on Rakesh Roshan in 2000, arrested
A notorious criminal and sharpshooter, who was involved in the attack on Bollywood filmmaker Rakesh Roshan earlier in 2000, has been arrested by cops in Maharashtra.
10 Oct 2020
Delhi UniversityDelhi student beaten to death over relationship with woman
In a tragic incident, an 18-year-old was beaten to death in the Adarsh Nagar region of Northwest Delhi.
10 Oct 2020
Supreme Court Of IndiaTRP scam: Republic TV CFO skips Mumbai Police summons
Shiva Subramaniyam Sundaram, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Republic TV, has requested the Mumbai Police to reschedule the summons issued to him into a scam about the manipulation of TRPs (Television Rating Points).
09 Oct 2020
IndiaActive coronavirus cases dip. Is India's worst phase over?
For the first time in weeks, the active number of coronavirus cases in India fell below nine lakh, data from the Ministry of Health revealed on Friday, giving the country a rare moment to rejoice as the pandemic rages.
09 Oct 2020
RajasthanRajasthan: Priest set on fire for resisting land encroachment
A group of six men allegedly poured petrol on a 50-year-old priest and set him on fire in Rajasthan's Karauli, leading to his demise, reports said today. The priest was attacked over a land dispute and breathed his last at Jaipur's Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Hospital.
09 Oct 2020
Harsh VardhanHealth Minister promotes AYUSH's coronavirus treatment protocol, IMA asks questions
On Tuesday, Union Health Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan released the AYUSH standard treatment protocol for coronavirus patients, only to be at the receiving end of pointed questions by the Indian Medical Association (IMA).
09 Oct 2020
Indian ArmyWith China's help, Pakistan setting up missile systems in PoK
With the relationship between China and Pakistan going steadfast, the superpower is learned to be helping the Islamic nation set up missile systems in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, reports IE.
09 Oct 2020
IndiaCoronavirus: India's tally crosses 69 lakh with 70k+ new cases
India on Thursday reported over 70,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally past 69 lakh cases.
08 Oct 2020
Arnab GoswamiRepublic, two other news channels under scanner for TRP manipulation
In a stunning revelation, Mumbai Police on Thursday claimed three news channels, including Arnab Goswami's Republic TV, are under scanner for TRP manipulation.
08 Oct 2020
Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI)Rhea to take action against 'media scums' for spoiling reputation
After actor Rhea Chakraborty walked out of prison on bail, her lawyer said they are planning to take legal action against the media houses that tried to defame the 28-year-old.
08 Oct 2020
West BengalWhat Nobel laureate Joseph Stiglitz said about India's COVID-19 fight
Nobel laureate Joseph Stiglitz on Tuesday criticized the Indian administration over its poor handling of the COVID-19 crisis and its impact on the economy.
08 Oct 2020
Sushant Singh RajputSSR case: News channels asked to apologize for insensitive coverage
A number of well-known news channels were reprimanded by News Broadcasting Standard Authority over the insensitive coverage of Sushant Singh Rajput's death case, Live Law reported on Thursday.
08 Oct 2020
Russia NewsIndia rejects large scale trial of Russia's COVID-19 vaccine
India's drug regulator has refused to allow a large scale clinical trial of Russia's Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine.
08 Oct 2020
Supreme Court Of IndiaHer own family has killed her, claims Hathras case accused
Amid an outpouring of grief and anger in connection to the gut-wrenching episode in Hathras, the main accused has written a letter to local police, claiming innocence and blaming the family for allegedly killing the 19-year-old Dalit woman.
08 Oct 2020
IndiaOn IAF Day, Rafale exhibits prowess; Chief addresses Indo-China tensions
On the 88th Indian Air Force Day today, the leading jets showcased their strength at a ceremony in Hindon station, that was attended by IAF Chief Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria, CDS General Bipin Rawat, Chief of Army Staff, General Manoj Mukund Naravane, and Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Karambir Singh.
08 Oct 2020
KarnatakaAadhaar-like cards for village properties to be disbursed by PM
On Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hand over Aadhaar-like cards to property owners, spread across 763 villages in India, under the SVAMITVA scheme launched in April 2020, that intends to end disputes and boost the finances of properties in rural areas.
08 Oct 2020
IndiaCoronavirus: India's tally reaches 68.3 lakh with 78k+ new cases
India on Wednesday reported over 78,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 68.3 lakh cases.
07 Oct 2020
Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI)Ex-CBI Director Ashwani Kumar dies by suicide at Shimla home
Former Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Director Ashwani Kumar died by suicide at his residence in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, reports said on Wednesday. He was 69 years old.
07 Oct 2020
DalitPregnant Dalit teen killed in Uttar Pradesh for "bringing shame"
A 16-year-old teen belonging to the Dalit community was allegedly killed by her father and elder brother for bringing "shame to the family" with her pregnancy, reports TOI.
07 Oct 2020
Uttar PradeshJournalist, arrested en route Hathras, booked under anti-terror, sedition laws
A Kerala journalist and three others, who were arrested by the Uttar Pradesh Police on their way to Hathras, have been charged under the anti-terror and sedition law.
