India: News
17 Jun 2020
Jaguar Land RoverLand Rover unveils limited-run Range Rover 50th anniversary edition
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of its flagship SUV, the Range Rover, luxury automaker Jaguar Land Rover has unveiled a special model of the vehicle.
17 Jun 2020
Wang YiWhatever happened at Galwan was planned by China: EAM
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi over the phone on Wednesday, two days after armies of both the countries clashed at the Galwan Valley in which 20 Indian soldiers were killed in action.
17 Jun 2020
Indian ArmyChina doesn't want more clashes with India: Foreign Ministry
A day after both China and India admitted to a violent clash in the Galwan Valley area of Ladakh, the former's Foreign Ministry retracted its aggressive stance, saying the country doesn't want to see more clashes.
17 Jun 2020
JharkhandIndo-China clash: Martyr Sepoy Ojha became father 17 days ago
The bloodiest clash with China in several decades ended with the martyrdom of 20 Indian soldiers on Monday, a loss that has pushed the entire nation into grief.
17 Jun 2020
Indian ArmyClosely monitoring situation, says US after Indo-China clash
Hours after India reported that 20 of its soldiers were martyred in a violent clash with the Chinese at the Galwan Valley, the United States announced it was closely monitoring the situation.
17 Jun 2020
Indian ArmyIndo-China clash: What happened at Galwan Valley? Here's a timeline
In the deadliest clash with the Chinese in decades, 20 Indian soldiers, including a Commanding Officer, were martyred in the Galwan Valley on Monday.
17 Jun 2020
MaharashtraCoronavirus: Death toll nears 12,000 as Maharashtra registers 1,409 deaths
India on Tuesday reported over 11,000 new coronavirus infections, taking the total to 3.54 lakh cases.
16 Jun 2020
Ministry Of External Affairs20 Indian soldiers martyred in face-off with Chinese troops: Army
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) released a statement on Tuesday on the clash between Indian and Chinese armies at Galwan Valley last night, saying the People's Liberation Army tried changing the status quo in the area.
16 Jun 2020
Narendra ModiPM Modi speaks with Chief Ministers on coronavirus crisis
On Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with chief ministers, lieutenant-governors, and administrators of 21 states and UTs, on the coronavirus crisis, the unlocking phase which India entered in June, and the steps ahead.
16 Jun 2020
Rajnath SinghDefense Minister holds meeting after three soldiers martyred along LAC
On Tuesday, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh met External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, tri-service chiefs, and Chief of Defense Staff General Bipin Rawat after three soldiers were martyred along the Line of Actual Control last night. The meeting lasted nearly 90 minutes.
16 Jun 2020
Indian ArmyIndo-China tensions: One Colonel, two soldiers killed in violent face-off
In a terrible piece of news, the Indian Army has confirmed that Colonel (Commanding Officer of an infantry battalion) and two jawans were killed in action yesterday night during the de-escalation process at the Galwan Valley.
16 Jun 2020
HaryanaCoronavirus: Death toll nears 10,000; over 3.42 lakh infected
India on Monday reported roughly 10,000 new coronavirus infections. The nationwide tally now stands at 3.42 lakh, while the death toll rose to 9,915.
15 Jun 2020
SamsungSamsung Galaxy A21s to be launched in India on June-17
Samsung will launch its budget-friendly Galaxy A21s in India on June 17, according to an official tweet.
15 Jun 2020
Pakistan NewsPakistan: Two Indian High Commission officials go missing
In an unsavory turn of events, two Indian High Commission officials went missing in Pakistan on Monday, prompting New Delhi to register a strong protest both in the neighboring country and here.
15 Jun 2020
HaryanaCoronavirus: Over 9,500 dead; total cases cross 3.32 lakh
India on Sunday reported over 11,000 new coronavirus infections, taking the nationwide tally to 3.32 lakh. The death toll also rose to 9,522.
14 Jun 2020
OdishaCoronavirus: India's tally reaches 3.21 lakh after record spike
India on Saturday reported roughly 12,000 new coronavirus infections, marking yet another record spike. The nationwide tally has now crossed 3.21 lakh while the death toll stands at 9,200.
13 Jun 2020
Cricket: News, Stats and more!#NewsBytesExplainer: Why does Team India falter in ICC tournaments?
Former Indian opener Gautam Gambhir recently stated that Team India lacks the ability to handle pressure in knockout games.
13 Jun 2020
Star PlusTV actor seeks government's help, after mother tests coronavirus positive
Popular television actor Deepika Singh, best known for playing the lead role in Star Plus serial Diya Aur Baati Hum, on Friday revealed that her mother has tested positive for the coronavirus.
13 Jun 2020
Narendra ModiCoronavirus: Look towards death toll, not cases, suggest experts
With a population of 1.3 billion, India's coronavirus tally is a little above 3 lakh, a number which has made the government happy. It has been reiterating that the lockdown and subsequent measures curtailed the transmission.
13 Jun 2020
Exams#CareerBytes: Five famous UPSC IAS coaching institutes in Delhi
The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) is one of the toughest exams and but with the right preparation, one can crack it.
12 Jun 2020
NepalFiring at Indo-Nepal border kills one Indian, two injured
Amid deterioration of Indo-Nepal diplomatic relations, one Indian died and two others were injured on Friday when Nepal border police fired inside their territory after an altercation.
12 Jun 2020
Donald TrumpDonald Trump mulling H-1B visa suspension amid rising unemployment
United States President Donald Trump could suspend a large number of work visas to protect the unemployed Americans in the wake of coronavirus pandemic, Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday.
12 Jun 2020
Tamil NaduMedical-infrastructure could soon collapse in Maharashtra, UP, Delhi, TN, Gujarat
As coronavirus cases continue to rise in India, the Centre has warned that five most-affected states — Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Delhi, and Gujarat — could soon fall short of ICU beds and ventilators, both necessary to defeat COVID-19.
12 Jun 2020
West BengalCoronavirus: India surpasses UK as COVID-19 cases near 3 lakh
India on Thursday recorded over 11,000 new coronavirus infections. The nationwide tally has now reached 2.98 lakh, while the death toll has crossed 8,500.
11 Jun 2020
WhatsAppNew WhatsApp chatbot busts COVID-19 misinformation in Hindi
In a bid to help Indians fight misinformation around COVID-19, the International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN) has launched the Hindi version of its fact-checking chatbot for WhatsApp.
11 Jun 2020
MumbaiMalaika Arora's building sealed after resident tests positive for coronavirus
Bollywood actor and model Malaika Arora's residential building in Mumbai has been sealed and turned into a containment zone, after a resident tested positive for the coronavirus.
11 Jun 2020
BMWBMW to launch 3-Series LWB sedan in India next year
BMW is considering to launch the long-wheelbase variant of its 3 Series sedan in India sometime around mid-2021, according to Autocar. The more comfort-oriented model will arrive as a replacement to the now-discontinued 3 GT trim.
11 Jun 2020
Tamil NaduCoronavirus: Over 8,100 dead in India; Maharashtra records biggest spike
India on Wednesday reported over 10,000 new coronavirus infections, taking the nationwide tally past 2.87 lakh. Meanwhile, the death toll has risen to 8,108.
10 Jun 2020
AudiAhead of launch, 2020 BMW X6 spotted in India
Just hours ahead of its launch in India, BMW's X6 coupe-SUV has been spotted plying on roads sans any camouflage. It will arrive on our shores via the Completely Built-up Unit (CBU) route.
10 Jun 2020
Tamil NaduCoronavirus: India's tally crosses 2.76 lakh; over 7,700 dead
India on Tuesday reported roughly 10,000 new coronavirus infections, taking the nationwide tally past 2.76 lakh. The death toll also rose to 7,745.
10 Jun 2020
GujaratHow to make authentic dhokla at home
Famous all across India, dhokla is known for its juicy and delicious flavor.
10 Jun 2020
BMW2020 BMW X6 to be launched in India on June-11
BMW India will launch the third-generation X6 SUV in India on June 11, the company has announced via an Instagram post.
09 Jun 2020
Google MapsAmid COVID-19, Google Maps gets features to ensure safe travel
As countries like India begin to come out of lockdown and restart economic activities, Google is racing to launch tools to protect the general public from COVID-19.
09 Jun 2020
World Health OrganizationAmid lockdowns, WHO says asymptomatic transmission of COVID-19 is rare
COVID-19 has wrecked several major countries and is still nowhere near stopping or even slowing down.
09 Jun 2020
World Health OrganizationGlobally, the situation is worsening: WHO about coronavirus
In a development that should worry all countries, the World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday said the coronavirus situation was worsening globally, though some improvement was witnessed in Europe.
09 Jun 2020
MumbaiCoronavirus: Over 7,400 dead in India; Mumbai tally crosses 50,000
India on Monday reported 9,000 new coronavirus infections, taking the nationwide tally past 2.66 lakh. The death toll due to COVID-19 also climbed to 7,476.
09 Jun 2020
Maruti SuzukiMaruti Suzuki S-Presso available with benefits worth Rs. 48,000
In an attempt to increase sales and make up for the losses suffered during the nationwide lockdown, Maruti Suzuki has announced benefits worth Rs. 48,000 on its five-seater mini-SUV, the S-Presso.
08 Jun 2020
SamsungSamsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite launched at Rs. 28,000
As an affordable version of the flagship Tab S6, Samsung has launched the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite in India.
08 Jun 2020
West BengalAs India 'unlocks', West Bengal extends lockdown till June 30
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday announced that the coronavirus lockdown in the state will be extended till June 30.
08 Jun 2020
Vivo MobilesVivo Y50 launched, sale to start from June 10
Vivo's budget-friendly handset, the Y50, which went official in Cambodia in April, was launched in India today.
