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Omicron: What are the travel rules in different Indian states?
India has officially reported two cases of the new, heavily mutated Omicron variant of coronavirus.
Cyclone Jawad: 1 dead in Andhra Pradesh; evacuations underway
A 17-year-old girl died after a tree uprooted and fell on her in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh on Saturday as cyclonic storm Jawad (pronounced Jowad) began its impact in the area.
Gurugram namaz row: Hindu protesters raise slogans; 6 detained
A group of right-wing Hindu protesters on Friday blocked Muslims from offering namaz (prayers) at a designated site in Gurugram, Haryana.
Cyclone Jawad intensifies; landfall near Odisha coast on Sunday
The deep depression in the Bay of Bengal intensified into a cyclonic storm on Friday, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
COVID-19: India reports 9K+ infections; 391 more deaths
India on Friday reported over 9,000 new COVID-19 cases with an active caseload of just under one lakh.
Parliament Winter Session: Opposition set to continue protests
Opposition leaders are expected to continue protesting against the suspension of a dozen Members of Parliament (MPs) from Rajya Sabha.
COVID-19: India reports 9K+ infections; 477 more deaths
India on Thursday reported over 9,000 new COVID-19 cases with an active caseload of just under one lakh.
India reports 2 cases of Omicron variant, government says
India has reported two cases of the new Omicron variant of coronavirus so far, Union Health Ministry Joint Secretary Lav Agarwal said at a press briefing on Thursday.
Delhi shuts schools till further orders over air pollution
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Thursday said all schools in the city will be closed from Friday until further orders due to severe air pollution.
Omicron: Maharashtra asked to align travel rules with central guidelines
The Union Health Ministry on Wednesday highlighted how the Maharashtra government's travel restrictions were in "divergence" with federal guidelines.
Elgar Parishad case: Sudha Bharadwaj granted bail, others' pleas rejected
The Bombay High Court on Wednesday granted default bail to lawyer-activist Sudha Bharadwaj in the 2018 Elgar Parishad case.
Omicron: International flights unlikely to resume on December 15
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Wednesday indicated the resumption of commercial international flights will likely be delayed.
Are Indian vaccines effective against Omicron? Here's what manufacturers say
The COVID-19 vaccine manufacturers in India are reportedly waiting for "more data" on the new coronavirus variant, Omicron, to assess the efficacy of their vaccines.
How Indian states are preparing to fight Omicron variant
Indian states have increased caution to check the spread of the new coronavirus variant called Omicron.
Petrol prices in Delhi cut by Rs. 8 per liter
The Delhi government on Wednesday decided to slash Value-Added Tax (VAT) on petrol from 30% to 19.4%.
Omicron scare: India's new travel rules kick in today
Fresh rules for international travelers in view of the Omicron variant of coronavirus come into effect from Wednesday (December 1).
No Omicron cases in India: Health Minister tells Parliament
Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Tuesday informed the Rajya Sabha that no cases of the Omicron variant of coronavirus have been detected in India.
Omicron: 4-6 hours' wait at Delhi airport under new rules
Passengers arriving from countries where the Omicron variant of COVID-19 has been detected may have to wait for up to six hours at the Delhi airport, NDTV reported.
COVID-19: India reports 7K infections, lowest in 551 days
India on Tuesday reported nearly 7,000 new COVID-19 cases, the lowest single-day tally in the last 551 days.
No conclusive evidence to suggest Omicron more transmissible: Top virologist
There is no conclusive evidence to suggest that the Omicron variant of coronavirus is more transmissible or dangerous, said India's top virologist Dr. Anurag Agrawal.
Parliament: Suspension of MPs won't be revoked, says Venkaiah Naidu
The controversial suspension of a dozen Members of Parliament will not be withdrawn, Rajya Sabha chairman Venkaiah Naidu said on Tuesday.
Omicron: South Africa returnee tests positive for COVID-19 in Chandigarh
A man who had recently returned from South Africa has tested positive for the coronavirus after arriving in Chandigarh.
Policy on booster, additional jabs in 2 weeks: NTAGI chief
India's COVID-19 task force chief Dr. NK Arora said a comprehensive policy on the booster and additional COVID-19 vaccine jabs will be announced in two weeks.
Journalist Vinod Dua in ICU; daughter says condition 'beyond critical'
Veteran journalist Vinod Dua has been admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) of a hospital, reports said on Monday.
Parliament passes bill to repeal farm laws sans discussion
Both the Houses of Parliament on Monday passed the Farm Laws Repeal Bill.
Fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi says he may be kidnapped again
Fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi has expressed fears that he may be kidnapped again in an "unlawful and illegal manner" and be extradited to India.
Parliament: Both Houses adjourned amid Opposition protests
The Lok Sabha has been adjourned until noon and the Rajya Sabha for an hour, marking a bumpy start to the Winter Session of Parliament.
Chennai witnesses record rainfall in 200 years, several areas flooded
Several areas in Chennai witnessed floods as incessant rainfall continued in many parts of the Tamil Nadu capital on Sunday.
COVID-19: India reports 8K+ infections; 621 more deaths
India on Sunday reported over 8,000 new COVID-19 cases with an active caseload of 1.05 lakh, the lowest in 543 days.
#MannKiBaat: Want to serve people, not seek power, says Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the 83rd edition of his monthly radio show Mann ki Baat.
How Indian states are gearing up to fight Omicron variant?
India has laid down some precautionary measures to tackle the spread of the new COVID-19 variant Omicron that has triggered global alarm.
Are husbands justified in beating their wives? What Indians think
The fifth edition of the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) reveals there is a long way to go as far as attitudes toward domestic violence are concerned.
South Africa arrivals at Mumbai airport to face quarantine
Passengers arriving at the Mumbai airport from South Africa will be quarantined, the city's Mayor announced on Saturday.
India to resume international flights from December 15
India will resume regular international flights starting December 15, the Ministry of Civil Aviation said on Friday.
UP: 4 members of Dalit family found dead in Prayagraj
Four members of a family were found murdered at their home in Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh on Thursday. They belonged to a Scheduled Caste.
182 test COVID-19 positive at Karnataka college after 'Super-Spreader' party
As many as 182 cases of the coronavirus have been reported at a medical college in Dharwad district, Karnataka.
COVID-19: India reports 9K+ infections; 396 more deaths
India on Thursday reported over 9,000 new COVID-19 cases with an active caseload of 1.09 lakh, the lowest in 539 days.
Param Bir Singh reaches Mumbai to join probe
Former Mumbai Police Commissioner Param Bir Singh on Thursday arrived in Mumbai to appear before the crime branch, which is probing an extortion case against him.
PM lays foundation stone of Asia's biggest airport in Jewar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today laid the foundation stone of Noida International Airport in Uttar Pradesh's Jewar.
Delhi: SC pulls up Centre over delay in pollution-control measures
The Supreme Court on Wednesday criticized the Centre for delay in the implementation of pollution-control measures in Delhi.