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Indian Railways runs special train to ferry stranded migrants from Telangana to Jharkhand amid coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown

Indian Railways on Friday ran a special train to ferry stranded migrants from Telangana to Jharkhand amid coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Yo2rm0

Maharashtra Day: Greet your loved ones on WhatsApp, FB and Twitter with these messages

Maharashtra Day, also known as Maharashtra Diwas or Maharashtra Din is celebrated every year on May 1. On this day, parades are held, schools and offices organise special events to celebrate the Maharashtrian traditions. The state government also usually inaugurates new projects on this day. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Yo15Ys

Armour Day today, Army chief Gen MM Naravane extends best wishes to all ranks of Armoured Corps

On this date in 1938, The Scinde Horse became the first Regiment to shed their horses to be equipped with tanks. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2xonLg1

Maharashtra Day today, know its significance, history and how it gained statehood

Maharashtra Day is celebrated on May 1 every year, On this day in 1960, Maharashtra gained statehood after the division from the Bombay State. It was on this day in 1960 when the state was formed on linguistic grounds.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dg7QQj

Labour Day 2020: Know the significance, history and importance of May Day

On May 1st every year, Labour Day or May Day (International Workers’ Day) is celebrated in India with a public holiday in all states and Union Territories to recognise the contribution of the working class across the country. Other countries like Cuba and China also celebrate Labours day on May 1. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35iKBSP

Rajasthan MLA demands opening of liquor shops, says alcohol can kill coronavirus COVID-19

MLA Kota Sangod  Bharat Singh wrote to Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot for opening liquor shops in the state and said that when alcohol-based sanitizers can kill virus then drinking alcohol will also act for the same.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bXPzH2

India coronavirus cases reach 35043; 73 deaths and 1993 new COVID-19 cases in last 24 hours

With 73 deaths and 1993 new cases of coronavirus infection in last 24 hours, India on Friday recorded total number of 35043 COVID-19 positive cases. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2SkROMM

Gautam Buddh Nagar DM shares link for students stranded due to coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown

A day after Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced that all those who have been stranded in other states will be brought back, the District Magistrate of Gautam Buddh Nagar shared a link for students stuck due to coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bWn5xe

Centre seeks help from NGOs, CSOs to aid migrant workers after returning to their hometowns amid coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown

Lauding the excellent, selfless work done by NGOs and CSOs, the Health Minister appealed for their assistance in the continuance of the lockdown. He appreciated their meticulous efforts to ensure the well-being of Indian citizens. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2xkFlRV

Smokers are less vulnerable to coronavirus COVID-19, suggests review of 28 scientific studies

Commenting on the matter, Linda Bauld, a professor of public health at the University of Edinburgh, said 'there's something weird going on with smoking and coronavirus'. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VQGKsR

Plea in Delhi High Court seeks waiver on unused phone or internet bills during COVID-19 lockdown

The petition stated that it had given a representation to the respondents, Telecommunication Companies and Internet Service Providers (ISPs), requesting that the Ministry of Finance be directed not to levy GST on such bills.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Slpk5o

India inches towards flattening coronavirus COVID-19 curve, current average doubling rate of cases stand at 11 days

"If we look at the doubling time of COVID-19 cases, we find that the national average is 11 Days now, compared to 3.4 days before lockdown," said Health Ministry Joint Secretary Luv Agarwal, addressing a press conference. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3f1myfw

Indian Railways crosses 3 million mark in distribution of free meals during lockdown due to coronavirus COVID-19

The Railway Protection Force has played a major role in the food distribution to needy people prepared by IRCTC, other Railway departments, NGOs and from its own kitchens. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35kPRFe

Indian Railways crosses 3 million mark in distribution of free meals

The Railway Protection Force has played a major role in the food distribution to needy people prepared by IRCTC, other Railway departments, NGOs and from its own kitchens. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eYfKiG

Recovery rate of coronavirus COVID-19 improved to above 25% in 14 days, it`s a positive sign: Union Health Ministry

The total number of cases till now in India stands at 33,050, with 1,718 new cases in the last 24 hours. Of these, 23,651 positive cases are under active medical supervision. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35gXTPA

AIIMS provides teleconsultation facility to help follow-up patients amid COVID-19 lockdown

The facility to book appointments on phone will be available from 8:30am to 2:30pm on all working days i.e., from Monday to Saturday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3d20AqQ

Raghuram Rajan-Rahul Gandhi dialogue: Ex-RBI governor says India needs to open up economy in `measured way`

In a first of its kind dialogue broadcast on Congress' social media handles this morning, Rajan, who was in the US, deliberated on the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. The interaction through video conference lasted for about 30 minutes. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yg8iz1

Supreme Court declines to put on hold Rs 20,000 crore Central Vista Project in Delhi

The Supreme Court on Thursday (April 30) refused to stay the Central Vista project costing worht Rs 20,000 crore that plans to a new parliament and other central government offices in Delhi's iconic Lutyens' zone. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3aJqUog

Coronavirus COVID-19: Spitting in public places in Kolkata might invite arrest by police

In a bid to contain the spread of Coronavirus COVID-19 in West Bengal's capital city of Kolkata, state police have formulated guidelines to prevent people from spitting at public places. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cYADsi

India’s UN Ambassador Syed Akbaruddin signs off on last day of office with a namaste

India's ambassador to the United Nations, Syed Akbaruddin who became quite famous for his fiery speeches at the world body is celebrating his last day in the office. The ambassador on Thursday shared a post on Twitter where he is seen in a video conference with the UN chief Antonio Guterres and talks about bowing out with a 'namaste'. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2YkNaCi

Practical training of Indian astronauts for Gaganyaan halted due to COVID-19 lockdown in Russia

The practical training of Indian astronauts for India's first manned mission to space - Gaganyaan - has been halted in Russia due to lockdown to curb the spread of coronavirus COVID-19 but the Indian astronauts are continuing their theory classes. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3aKzHWR

PM Narendra Modi mourns death of ‘powerhouse of talent’ Rishi Kapoor

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (April 30) expressed deep shock over the demise of multifaceted actor Rishi Kapoor and said that the actor was a powerhouse of talent who will always be remembered. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35mfVQr

Gaganyaan practical training of Indian astronauts halted due to coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown in Russia

The practical training of Indian astronauts for India's first manned mission to space - Gaganyaan - has been halted in Russia due to lockdown to curb the spread of coronavirus COVID-19 but the Indian astronauts are continuing their theory classes. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2SkHCnn

Leukemia, the cancer that claimed Rishi Kapoor`s life

Veteran Bollywood actor Rishi Kapoor, who was battling leukemia for the last two years, died at Mumbai’s Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital on Thursday (April 30) morning. He was 67. Rishi got treated for leukemia in the US for a year and had returned to India in September 2019. He was hospitalised after he complained of some breathing problem on Wednesday (April 29) night. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yQNduV

Politicians mourn death of `versatile, wonderful actor` Rishi Kapoor

Veteran actor Rishi Kapoor died on Thursday (April 30) morning at Mumbai’s Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital. He was 67. Rishi was admitted to hospital on Wednesday night after he complained of some breathing problem. His brother and veteran actor Randhir Kapoor confirmed the news to news agency PTI. Rishi Kapoor was battling cancer since 2018. He got treated in the US for a year and had returned to India in September 2019.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Yhb2GP

From companies, employees to students, honesty no more the best policy

The old proverb of "Honesty is the best policy" is no longer applicable and has become a thing only read in books as companies, employees and even students are not ready to tread on the path of honesty anymore. The analysis was done by Zee News Editor-in-chief Sudhir Chaudhary on his popular show DNA. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ybJFDz

Here are some tips on maintaining good immunity during COVID-19 pandemic through Yoga

The coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic has forced us to stay indoors and it is important for us to use this time to boost our immunity to fight off a possbile coronavius infection. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KMZcwk

India records 1,718 coronavirus COVID-19 cases, 67 deaths in 24 hours; recovery rate 25.18%

India on Thursday recorded 1,718 new cases of coronavirus infection and 67 deaths in the past 24 hours, taking the total cases in the country to 33,050 and the overall death toll to 1,074. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KMYori

Centre appoints senior diplomat Tirumurti as India`s Permanent Representative to United Nations

Senior diplomat T S Tirumurti was appointed as India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations on Wednesday (April 29). Tirumurti, currently serving as Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), replaces seasoned diplomat Syed Akbaruddin. Tirumurti is a 1985-batch Indian Foreign Service officer.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Wc8tDl

Delhi Police perform `parikarma` of AIIMS to pay respect to coronavirus COVID-19 warriors

As a sign of respect for healthcare professionals, the Delhi Police on Wednesday performed 'Parikrama' of the All-India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS) through 51 COVID-19 patrol bikes, which included female cops too. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2YjTjig

Right to access internet not fundamental right: Jammu and Kashmir administration tells Supreme Court

Jammu and Kashmir administration on Wednesday (April 29) told the Supreme Court that right to access internet is not a fundamental right and the state has got authority to curb the freedom of speech and the right to trade through internet. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3d6tM09

Indian Railways load over 7.75 lacs tonnes of private foodgrains freight during coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown from March 25 to April 28

Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and  Tamil Nadu are the leading states in private foodgrains (PFG) freight loading. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3aMuldT

Centre allows return of migrant workers, tourists, students to their home states with conditions

The MHA revised advisory has asked states and Union Territory authorities to allow stranded migrant workers, pilgrims, tourists, and students to move with conditions during the lockdown.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zI2kHB

Coronavirus patients dying in West Bengal not classified as COVID-19 deaths under CM Mamata Banerjee`s order, alleges Congress` Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury

The West Bengal MP has accused CM Banerjee of sending a circular to the government medical hospital doctors instructing them that if a patient died suffering from COVID-19, the doctors can't disclose the same in their death certificates. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35h2eSW

HCARD: Robotic device to assist frontline COVID-19 healthcare workers

HCARD is equipped with various state-of-the-art technologies and works both in automatic as well as manual modes of navigation. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bIYegp

In 15 days, number of coronavirus COVID-19 hotspot districts declines to 129 from 170

In the same period, the number of infection-free districts or green zones too decreased from 325 to 307, according to official sources. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ydctLM

In just 15 days, number of coronavirus COVID-19 hotspot districts declines to 129 from 170

In the same period, the number of infection-free districts or green zones too decreased from 325 to 307, according to official sources. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cZ76P4

14 traders test positive for coronavirus at Delhi`s Azadpur Sabzi Mandi; 600 people screened

The administration has sealed as many as 14 shops, but traders working here are facing a dilemma of facing the crisis of livelihood due to the deadly virus. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KFnRmu

Centre urges its ministries to use `physical distancing` term instead of `social distancing`: Sources

The sources said that the call was made as social distancing conveys a message of maintaining distance from society whereas the aim of social distancing is to keep a distance from each other. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3f3nUqc

ITBP comes up with own version of Teri Mitti song, dedicates it to cornavirus COVID-19 warriors

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) on Wednesday (April 29, 2020) dedicated the song 'Teri Mitti' from Akshay Kumar's movie Kesari, to all the coronavirus COVID-19 warriors of the country. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35lJgdR

PM Narendra Modi mourns death of Irrfan Khan, says actor will be remembered for his versatile performances

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday mourned the demise of versatile actor Irrfan Khn and said that he will be long remembered for his versatile performances across different mediums. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eZoHbz

Chemical stockpile at Bengaluru`s HAL catches fire, no casualty reported

An incident of fire was reported from the premises of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) on Wednesday (April 29) morning at 9.30am.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2SlxI5c

Neuroendocrine tumor and colon infection, the diseases that claimed Irrfan Khan`s life

Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan, who was battling neuroendocrine tumour, died at Mumbai's Kokilaben Hospital on Wednesday (April 29). He was 53. Irrfan was admitted to hospital on Tuesday afternoon due to colon infection. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2xi9zFj

Aligarh BJP MLA accuses JNMC hospital of spreading coronavirus covid-19

Aligarh BJP MLA Dalvir Singh has alleged that the Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC) here had become a `hub` of COVID-19, and a source for spreading the infection in the city. He alleged that the hospital was not informing district administration about coronavirus patients in time. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2YhCPH5

Politicians mourn death of `exceptional actor` Irrfan Khan

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday (April 24) expressed deep shock over the death of Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan, who was admitted to Mumbai's Kokilaben Hospital on Tuesday (April 28). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2xZCUEY

Three terrorists killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir`s Shopian

Three terrorists have been killed in an encounter on Wednesday (April 29) with security forces at Zainapora in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district, informed Kashmir Zone Police. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Yc135P

CBSE issues clarification over Class 10, Class 12 board exams, check detailed statement

The CBSE also issued a circular stating its position regarding the conduct of exams for various classes with regard to the COVID-19 situation in the country.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3aQVVq9

11 traders at Delhi`s Azadpur Mandi test positive for coronavirus COVID-19, many shops sealed

At least 11 traders of Delhi's Azadpur Mandi, Asia's largest wholesale market for fruits and vegetables, tested positive for coronavirus COVID-19 on Tuesday (April 28). District Magistrate (North) Deepak Shinde said that the health officials are now tracing the contacts of the cases. He added that these traders are not directly connected to the mandi. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2SjOukW

Heavy rains lash Bengaluru, IMD predicts weather condition to prevail for next 48 hours

Several parts of Karnataka is experiencing heavy rains since the past week which is likely to continue for the next 48 hours, till May 1,  according to an IMD update on Wednesday (April 29, 2020) morning. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bIvYdM

1897 new coronavirus cases and 73 fatalities in past 24 hours; India`s COVID-19 tally reaches 31,332, death toll at 1007

With 73 new fatalities due to the novel coronavirus, India on Wednesday recorded the highest spike in COVID-19 deaths in the past 24 hours. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3aIOJg1

Stay and Play at Home as today`s Google Doodle lets you compose music

As the coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak across the world has forced the people to remain indoors in order to curb the spread of the deadly virus, people are trying new ways to spend time on the internet. Internet search giant Google has come up with novel way to help the people staying at home to spend their time by allowing hem play a popular game from the past on Doodle every day. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cW97LZ

Two terrorists killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian

At least two terrorists have been killed in an encounter between security forces and terrorists at Melhura in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday night (April 28). The encounter continued through the night and security forces have recovered two bodies so far. The search for third terrorist is still on. A joint team of Army 55 Rashtriya Rifles, Shopian Police and CRPF is on the spot. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3aMaziv

Maharashtra sambhalein, UP ki chinta na karein: Yogi Adityanath flays Shiv Sena`s Sanjay Raut over seers killings in Palghar, Bulandhshahr

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday hit back at Shiv Sena's Sanjay Raut over his remarks on the murder of 2 priests in Bulandshahr. CMO Yogi Adityanath on their official Twiter account replied to Raut and said, "Don't worry about UP and look over Maharashtra." from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VMgoIL

New born baby found abandoned in Noida amid coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown

Amid the nationwide lockdown imposed to check the spread of coronavirus COVID-19 cases, on Tuesday evening Noida police was informed about a new born baby found abandoned on the side of the road near Sector 122 Prithla roundabout.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3aLfP69

Stop buying vegetables from Muslim vendors, says Deoria BJP MLA, defends remarks

When questioned, the MLA confirmed to have made the remark and clarified that he had said it in context of those who recently attended the religious congregation of Tablighi Jamaat in Delhi. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2y5GhKp

Work from home for IT companies will be extended till July 31, says Ravi Shankar Prasad amid coronavirus COVID-19 scare

Earlier, the work from home was scheduled to end on April 30. Prasad held a discussion, via video conferencing, with the state IT Ministers and officials. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VLQaGi

Earthquake with 4.0 magnitude hits Chamba region in Himachal Pradesh

The jolt was felt in parts of Kangra district, but no loss of life or damage to property has been reported from Chamba or Kangra. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KFLPxV

Woman inmate, accused of killing in-laws, commits suicide in Tihar Jail cell

She was arrested for allegedly killing her in-law parents along with her husband, and was brought to the jail on April 25.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cVV7ly

Cop injured as locals hurl stones, attack police in Gujarat`s Surat; properties worth lakhs damaged

According to police, one of their personnel received injuries in the attack and was rushed to a hospital. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cSwy92

Deeply concerned: China on ICMR`s decision to not use COVID-19 rapid test kits

China on Tuesday said it was "deeply concerned" over the evaluation result of the COVID-19 rapid testing kits supplied to India by two Chinese companies and the subsequent decision by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to not use the equipment, and hoped that New Delhi will resolve the issue "reasonably and properly". from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2xdJMOn

Shiv Sena hits out at Centre, calls Maharashtra India`s financial backbone, says don`t break it

The Shiv Sena via an editorial in Saamana criticized the policies of the central government in dealing with the coronavirus crisis and sought special financial packages for states. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Y9Sfgy

Pune to shift 20,000 people to safe zones in a bid to combat coronavirus COVID-19 threat

There are five major hotspots in Pune which are - Bhavni Peth, Kasba Peth, Dhole Patil Road, Yerwada, Ghole Road. There are 70000 thousand slums in these areas, which has a population of around 3.5 lakh people.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KEvxFF

India approves Malaysia’s request for supplying hydroxychloroquine drug to deal with COVID-19 crisis

India has given go-ahead to Malaysia's request for supplying hydroxychloroquine (HCQ), a drug that is being called as a “game-changer’’ to deal with COVID-19 crisis. Kuala Lumpur had requested hydroxychloroquine from India to deal with COVID even as New Delhi got the request from several countries for the drug. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bJxI6L

School book shops, plumbers, electricians allowed in Delhi; check full list of facilities permitted from April 28

In an order issued late on Monday, Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) has allowed operations of veterinary hospitals, dispensaries, clinics, pathology labs, sale and supply of vaccine and medicine. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cT0uSl

Google doodle game series celebrates the ICC Champions Trophy

Google Doodle launched a new series on April 27 with which they are urging people to stay and play at home by sharing throwback interactive games. The latest one that Google shared was their interactive doodle from 2017 celebrating the ICC Champions Trophy. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3aIfEs8

Don`t communalise Bulandshahr seers` murder, say Priyanka Gandhi, Sanjay Raut; seek action against culprit

The bodies of the two seers have also been sent for post-mortem and the report is awaited. The Bulandshahr Police has meanwhile launched an investigation into the matter. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2W3ZCDB

No fresh coronavirus COVID-19 case reported in 80 districts in past 7 days; doubling rate 8.7 in past 14 days: Health Ministry

Dr Harsh Vardhan further stated that the coronavirus doubling rate has also come down in the past week. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Ybr0T2

77 staffers of Delhi`s Jagjivan Ram hospital test coronavirus COVID-19 positive

The 77 cases include 75 healthcare workers and two policemen who were on duty in the hospital. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2y8nGgC

JNU to organise `Leadership Lessons From Ramayana` session, says VC Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar

In a first, Jawaharlal Nehru Univeristy (JNU) in New Delhi will organise Ramayana session on May 2-3 at from 4pm till 6 pm. Titled 'Leadership Lessons From Ramayana', the session will be beamed live on video sharing platform Zoom. JNU Vice-Chancellor Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar tweeted the details of the Ramayana session saying that it will be organised jointly by School of Sanskrit and Indic Studies and School of Language, Literature and Cultural Studies.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Y7YXnv

Coronavirus COVID-19 patients with very mild symptoms can now opt for home isolation: Here`s Health Ministry`s guidelines

The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Monday (April 27) issued guidelines for home isolation of people with very mild coronavirus COVID-19 symptoms. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2xd5To7

Uttar Pradesh government orders schools to not hike school fee amid coronavirus COVID-19 crisis

In a major relief to parents, Uttar Pradesh government on Monday (April 27) ordered all schools in the state to not raise the fees in due to the coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2YcEG08

With 62 fresh fatalities, India records highest spike in coronavirus COVID-19 deaths in 24 hours

With 62 fresh fatalities in the past 24 hours due to the novel coronavirus, India reported its highest spike in deaths due to COVID-19 infections on Tuesday (April 27, 2020). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KB8Guq

Delhi Court sends Jamia Coordination Committee member Shifa-Ur-Rahman to 10-day police custody

A Delhi Court on Monday remanded Shifa-Ur-Rahman, currently President of Alumni Association of Jamia Millia Islamia (AAJMI) and a member of Jamia Coordination Committee (JCC),  to 10 days police custody in a case related to North East Delhi violence. The police informed the court that protesters were receiving funds from the members of alumni of Jamia Millia Islamia based in Middle East countries. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zwvOYF

West Bengal records second death of a doctor due to coronavirus COVID -19

A doctor, who had tested positive for coronavirus COVID-19, died in West Bengal on Monday (April 27) becoming the second doctor to lost his life due to the deadly disease in the state. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VZEXAG

From US to Andhra via Foreign Post; 1.7kg cannabis worth 9 lakhs seized from sleeping bags

At a time when liquor shops across India are closed and tipplers are trying different ways an means to get a high, a parcel containing foreign Cannabis from the US was to reach an individual in Annavaram, East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. However, shortly after making its way to the Foreign Post Office in Chennai, the contraband was seized by Customs authorities.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KGlAra

Coronavirus COVID-19: Delhi Police perform `parikrama` of Gurudwara Bangla Sahib for feeding 1 lakh people daily

With sirens blazing as a mark of respect, the Delhi Police performed a 'parikrama' of Gurudwara Sri Bangla Sahib Gurudwara on Monday for providing food to nearly one lakh people daily amid the ongoing lockdown imposed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to curb the spread of coronavirus COVID-19 in the country. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3aKelcn

Coronavirus COVID-19: 3 IRS officers chargesheeted for report proposing hike in taxes for super rich

The Union Finance Ministry on Monday (April 27) chargesheeted three Internal Revenue Service (IRS) officers for "misguiding" young taxmen and "unauthorisedly" making public a report that proposed for a steep hike in taxes to tackle the economic crisis caused due to the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eZtIRi

Stop using rapid test kits for COVID-19 from 2 Chinese firms: ICMR advises states

The latest ICMR advisory issued to states stated that "RT-PCR throat/nasal sweat test is the best use for diagnosis of COViD-19. RT-PCR test detects the virus early and is the best strategy to identify and isolate the individual."  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Yb22mS

CRPF Cobra commando thrashed, chained by Karnataka`s Belgavi police for not wearing mask; outrage on social media

A Twitter user shared a photo of commando Sachin Sunil Sawant chained at Belagavi police station after which anger erupted on social media and many condemned the inhuman act and the unfair treatment meted out to jawan. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cUtjOy

15 journalists in Mumbai infected with COVID-19, shifted to isolation center

In a regional news channel in Mumbai, a large number of employees were infected and the BMC has sealed the office of the news channel by declaring it a containment zone. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35kaAcF

Jamia Coordination Committee member arrested on conspiracy charges in Delhi riots

Till now at least nine persons have been arrested by Delhi Police under UAPA in Delhi riots case.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2SeE2eK

Need to strengthen economy, continue fight against COVID-19: PM Narendra Modi

PM Modi assured the Chief Ministers that the country's economy is in a good shape and there is no reason to worry. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3aFsHuC

Stay and Play at Home: Here`s the list of most popular Google doodle games

 'Coding' from 2017 was the first game released by Google in the new doodle game series which features a bunny and to win the game, the player has to get the bunny to collect all carrots. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2SaK7c1

Pune`s Serum Institute to start making coronavirus vaccine that is under trial

The Pune-based company has partnered with Oxford University as one of the seven global institutions manufacturing the vaccine. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2W4lQFt

Conduct probe in Jaipur school gangrape, NCW tells Rajasthan police

A 40-year-old woman walking on foot from Sawai Madhopur to Jaipur during the nationwide lockdown was allegedly gang-raped by three men in a school in Jaipur. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2y5t5VI

PM Narendra Modi announces COVID warriors website to connect people with local authorities

//covidwarriors.gov.in to link volunteers of social organisations, representatives of civil society and local administration. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KP6Kih

Staff nurse at Andhra Pradesh Raj Bhavan tests positive for COVID-19

The woman staff, who was part of a medical team stationed at the Governor's official residence in Vijayawada, has been admitted to the designated COVID-19 hospital for treatment. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bCzhTM

PM Narendra Modi interacts with Chief Ministers over COVID-19 lockdown, lauds joint efforts of states

The Chief Ministers who attended the meeting included Delhi's Arvind Kejriwal, Kerala's Pinarayi Vijayan, Uttar Pradesh's Yogi Adityanath, Maharashtra's Uddhav Thackeray, Tamil Nadu's E K Palaniswami, Meghalaya' Conard Sangma and Uttarakhand's Trivandrum Singh Rawat. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3aH9sAT

Palghar mob lynching: Some accused were drunk at the time of incident, claim sources

In a significant development, sources informed Zee Media that medical reports of some of the accused in Palghar mob lynching case have revealed that they were drunk when they lynched saints Kalpavriksha Giri Maharaj and Sushil Giri Maharaj in Maharashtra on April 16. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/359c5dg

Coronavirus COVID-19 cases cross 8000 in Maharashtra; 440 new cases reported

As India continues to battle coronavirus pandemic, the number of cases in Maharashtra rose to 8,068 on Monday (April 27, 2020)  which includes 342 fatalities. 440 new cases and 19 new deaths were reported in the state between Sunday evening to Monday morning. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2S8K2Fy

3 terrorists killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir`s Kulgam

Three terrorists were killed in an encounter in the Lower Munda area of Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district on Monday (April 27). The joint operation launched by CRPF, Rashtriya Rifles and Jammu and Kashmir police is still going on. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2SaiMXf

Delhi High Court orders to cap the price of coronavirus COVID-19 test kits at Rs 400

In a significant development, the Delhi high court on Monday (April 27) fixed the price of coronavirus COVID-19 test kits at Rs 400 each. These kits were ordered by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) at the rate of Rs 600 per kit. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VZZzJ8

33 healthcare workers test coronavirus COVID-19 positive in Delhi`s Max hospital

In a shocking development, 33 healthcare workers of Delhi's Max hospital tested COVID-19 positive on Monday (April 27, 2020). The staff who tested positive are now being shifted to Max Saket COVID-19 ward. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2W4sID1

Around 300 terrorists waiting in PoK for infiltration, Army re-calibrates counter-infiltration grid

With around 300 Pakistan-trianed terrorists reported to be waiting across the Line of Control in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) to sneak into Kashmir Valley, the Indian Army is taking steps to "re-calibrate" its counter-infiltration grid and counter-insurgency strategies to check the intrusion. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cOpXMF

Stay and play at home: Google doodle launches game series amid COVID-19 lockdown

Google on Monday (April 27, 2020) asked people to 'Stay and Play at Home' by launching its new Doodle series which is a throwback to some of its popular interactive Google Doodle games. By launching the new game series during lockdown Google is celebrating 50 years of Kids Coding from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Y8a7bD

People rush to reach for essential items from shut gates at quarantine centre in Uttar Pradesh`s Agra - Watch

In a major embaraasment for Uttar Pradesh government, videos of people at a coronavirus COVID-19 quarantine centre in Agra being forced to crowd near the gate to receive essential supplies went viral on Sunday (April 26) forcing the senior officials to probe the matter. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ScCtOh

Encounter breaks out between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir`s Kulgam

Fierce encounter started between security forces and terrorists at lower Munda area of Qazigund in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam on Monday (April 27) morning. Sources told Zee Media that 3 terrorists are trapped in the area. This is the second encounter in last 12 hours in Jammu and Kashmir. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VZPEmS

Coronavirus COVID-19: 39 staff of Delhi`s Ambedkar hospital quarantined; 88 healthcare workers test positive in two Delhi`s hospital

 At least 39 healthcare workers, including doctors, nurses, paramedics and other staff of Baba Saheb Ambedkar Hospital have been quarantined as they are suspected to have novel coronavirus infection after 30 staff of the hospital tested positive. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VZN0NY

PM Narendra Modi to interact with CMs on April 27 to discuss graded coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown exit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to interact with chief ministers of all states in a video conference at 10 am on Monday (April 27) to hold discussions over the ground situation of coronavirus COVID-19.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KBPooP

Trials of Mycobacterium w vaccine for coronavirus COVID-19 treatment to begin soon, says PGIMER Chandigarh

The researchers at Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh on Sunday (April 26) said that the Mycobacterium w (Mw) vaccine is not a vaccine for coronavirus COVID-19 and will be used only as an adjunct.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VZgHi9

Akhil Bharatiya Sant Samiti writes to PM Narendra Modi, seeks CBI probe in Palghar lynching case

The Akhil Bharatiya Sant Samiti has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi demanding strict action to be taken against those responsible in the Palghar lynching incident where two sadhus and their driver were lynched by a mob on the night of April 16. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2S9gRlV

PM Narendra Modi to interact with CMs on April 26 to discuss way out of lockdown, COVID fight

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with chief ministers via video conference on Monday morning on the way ahead in the fight against the novel coronavirus, amid indications that the discussions could also focus on a graded exit from the ongoing lockdown. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bF5ji5

Bengaluru hospital uses remote controlled tray in coronavirus COVID-19 ward

In India's battle against the coronavirus COVID-19 it has emerged that the health care officials and medical staff are most vulnerable to this contagious pathogen and so new innovative methods are being tried and tested to keep people who are fighting this virus safe from contracting the infection.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eNVdxg

40-year-old gangraped inside school in Rajasthan during night halt amid lockdown

All the three accused have been arrested by the police and were presented in a court. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yK8Pci

80% Covid-19 cases asymptomatic in Maharashtra, decision on lockdown after May 3: CM Uddhav Thackeray

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray assured that the Maharashtra government is taking every step with proper analysis of the situation and for the same reason they have also made a special team of expert doctors. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KAyt5X

CBI takes DHFL promoters Kapil, Dheeraj Wadhawan into custody in Yes Bank scam

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Sunday (April 26) took into custody scam-accused DHFL promoters Kapil and Dheeraj Wadhawan in the Yes Bank scam case. The brother-duo, accused of financial irregularities under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act and out on bail since February 21, were detained in Mahabaleshwar today and are being brought to Mumbai. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2S4v4R2

Probe panel investigating IPS officer Amitabh Gupta`s role in travel nod to Wadhawans submits report

The IPS officer is accused of giving free pass to DHFL scam accused Wadhawan brothers, expempting them from lockdown restrictions. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2S7ySRG

West Bengal registers first death of a doctor due to coronavirus COVID -19

A doctor, who had tested positive for coronavirus, died in West Bengal on Sunday (April 26) becoming the first case of a doctor succumbing to the deadly disease in the state. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35hppg5

Two Mumbai cops succumb to coronavirus COVID-19, 95 other cops infected in Maharashtra

So far, at least 40 other policemen have tested positive and are undergoing treatment at various city hospitals across the state. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Kz8R9N

No ban on azaan in Maharashtra, urge state police to not issue new regulation: NCP leader Abu Azmi

Samajwadi Party leader Abu Asim Azmi on Sunday (April 26) said that there has been no restriction on azaan (call for prayer) at mosques in Maharashtra and urged the state police and authorities to not issue any such regulation on the matter that hurts sentiments of Muslims. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/357xBzp

Following Centre`s guidelines on opening neighbourhood shops amid lockdown, says Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday (April 26) said that malls and markets in Delhi will continue to remain shut due to coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic  and only standalone neighbourhood shops will be allowed to open. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yN9NVq

Armed Forces understand their responsibility in COVID-19 fight: General Bipin Rawat

The CDS said he was quite sure that the defence manufacturing in the country can also move at the same pace provided "we have faith in our industry and research organisations". from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3aCO3c2

Armed Forces capable of undertaking any mission assigned to them, assures CDS General Bipin Rawat

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Bipin Rawat on Sunday (April 26) said that the Indian Armed forces are capable of undertaking any mission despite budgetary challenges arising due to coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35hix2h

PM Modi greets people on the occasion of Akshay Tritiya, Basava Jayanti and Ramzan in Maan Ki Baat

Speaking in the 64th edition of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, on Sunday (April 26,2020) the Prime Minister greeted nation on the occasion of Akshay Tritiya, Basava Jayanti and Ramzan. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Y6w9f9

India`s fight against coronavirus COVID-19 is people-driven, says PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation through the Mann ki Baat programme and said that India's fight against coronavirus COVID-19 was people-driven. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/354GucI

Coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak may end in India by May 21, claim Singaporean researchers

Based on an AI driven data analysis the researchers at Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) have predicted that coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic would soon end in many countries, including India. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2znR96z

With 1,990 new infections, India records highest spike in coronavirus COVID-19 cases in past 24 hours

 Despite a month of lockdown and several preventive measures taken by the Centre and the state government, India recorded the highest spike in coronavirus COVID-19 cases in past 24 hours with 1990 more cases reported due to the deadly virus, from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VDYfMV

Heavy rains bring down temperature in Chennai

People in Chennai woke up to unexpected heavy rainfall on a Sunday morning (April 26, 2020) after the mercury level dropped in the Tamil Nadu capital. The temperature in Chennai fell down to 91 °F (32.8 °C) after the rainfall and the wind speed was at 14 to 16 mph. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Y8nBUS

Rainfall lashes parts of Delhi-NCR, air quality expected to improve further

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had on Sunday predicted that the region would experience gusty winds and lightning till April 27. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bEVbpA

Centre issues guidelines on use of AC, coolers, fans amid coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak

As the temperatures conitnues to rise in the country, people need to switch on their air conditioners (AC) and dessert coolers to get some respite from the blistering heat. However, there have been several concerns over the use of ACs and coolers amid the coronavirus COVId-19 pandemic. There are concerns over what temperature we should use the AC at this point of time. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eOqwId

Insurance, Security agency not to ask for Aadhaar card copy for KYC

In a step to ensure the protection of Aadhaar related information of people, the Finance Ministry has ordered the insurance and security agency not to ask for the Aadhaar card photocopy for Know Your Customer (KYC) process. Instead, the Ministry has recommended insurance companies and agencies to use UIDAI - Aadhar Authentication Service in order to complete the verification process. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/354q300

COVID-19: Centre giving Rs 1000 to people under `Corona Sahayata Yojana`? PIB`s fact check

The outbreak of coronavirus COVID-19 and the nationwide lockwide announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to curb the spread of deadly virus have proved to be a fertile breeding ground for different types of fake news and misinformation. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2SanAfv

Last week of coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown, PM Narendra Modi to address nation in Mann ki Baat on April 26 at 11 am

As the total number of coronavirus COVID-19 cases in the country reach near 25,000 mark, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sunday will address the nation in his monthly 'Mann ki Baat' programme at 11 am on Sunday (April 26).  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2S9Pd8j

Terrorist hideout busted in Jammu and Kashmir`s Doda, huge cache of arms seized

The seized arms and ammunition included two AK-47 assault guns, 2 AK Magazines, 1 Chinese pistol, 580 AK rounds, 3 Chinese hand grenades and one pistol magazine, SSP added. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eT0mnF

J&K: Three terrorists killed in encounter at Pulwama

Two terrorists and one over ground worker have been killed in a pre-dawn encounter between security forces and militants in Awantipora of Pulwama district in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday (April 25, 2020). Arms and ammunition recovered from them. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2YbiOBY

Korean Embassy serves free meal to more than 4,000 people in Delhi

In partnership with Annamrita Foundation, India’s non-profit organization, the Ambassador Shin Bong-Kil and other staff members of the Embassy on Friday served hot meals and handed out fresh bread. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yFRTni

Ola launches free mini-ambulance service for non-COVID-19 medical emergencies in Delhi

The company’s fleet will be used as mini-ambulances which will enable citizens in Delhi to access essential medical care with minimum delay.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yHZBxc

Govt should rethink, can`t have lockdown of people, economy: Congress

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold another meeting with chief ministers on Monday as the country enters into the last week of lockdown. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/351SwDS

Tigress dies in Delhi zoo, no coronavirus link found

The 13-year-old big cat named Kalpana died on April 22 evening and the carcass was cremated a day following directions to minimise human-animal interface. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VYEhvk

Face mask, Arogya Setu app mandatory for commuting in Delhi Metro after coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown ends

Face mask and Arogya Setu app will be among the mandatory things required to commute in Delhi metro after the lockdown gets over. The Delhi metro is already preparing the plan to deal with passengers ones the services will get resumed. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Y5h25q

Delhi man kills wife after argument over children from first marriage

This was their second marriage which was solemnised three months ago. They had a fight over their children from earlier marriages, police said. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eNB6PL

Yogi Adityanath bans public gathering in Uttar Pradesh till June 30

The Chief Minister held a meeting with chairpersons of 11 committees of the state over the COVID-19 situation. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2SmyOOb

MHA allows opening of shops during COVID-19 lockdown: Here`s what will open and what will remain shut

After a late-night order on reopening of shops amid the coronavirus lockdown, the Ministry of Home Affairs on Saturday issued a clarification saying that only standalone shops are allowed to open as per the directive and that the order does not apply to COVID-19 containment zones or liquor stores. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yFDlEc

Delhi Police prepares dossier on Tablighi Jamaat chief Maulana Saad; Markaz funding under lens

The Delhi Police has prepared a dossier on Maulana Saad Kandhalvi, the chief of the Islamic group Tablighi Jamaat, who has been booked in connection with a religious congregation that was held at Delhi's Nizamuddin Markaz, without permission from authorities. Along with Maulana Saad, the dossier includes names of his close relatives including his three sons and a few senior members of Delhi's Nizamuddin Markaz.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VCgvGM

Sanjay Kothari appointed new Central Vigilance Commissioner

Kothari was working as the Secretary to President Ram Nath Kovind. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bDJC1I

Condoms being home delivered in UP’s Ballia amid fears of population explosion during coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown

While people are staying indoors due to restrictions imposed by the Centre and the state governments to contain the spread of coronavirus COVID-19 infections, the situation has also led to fears of a possible explosion in the country during this period. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KA3abo

MHA issues clarification after its order for opening shops triggers confusion amid coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown

A day after issuing orders which allowed shops selling non-essential goods to open for trade, the Ministry of Home Affairs on Saturday (April 25, 2020) in a clarification said that all shops except shopping malls in rural areas and all standalone shops in urban areas are allowed to open. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Y3DEn2

Condoms being distributed in UP’s Ballia amid fears of population explosion during coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown

While people are staying indoors due to restrictions imposed by the Centre and the state governments to contain the spread of coronavirus COVID-19 infections, the situation has also led to fears of a possible explosion in the country during this period. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KwJRzN

Amid coronavirus COVID lockdown buses sent to Kota to bring students back, says Chhattisgarh CM

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Friday said that 75 buses have been sent from the state to bring back around 1,500 students from Kota in Rajasthan following the central government`s consent. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3535YHD

Zee News ground report on Palghar mob lynching exposes many unanswered questions

 While the Maharashtra Police is trying to arrest those responsible for the lynching of three men, including two saints Kalpavriksha Giri Maharaj, Sushil Giri Maharaj, in Maharashtra's Palghar on April 16, Zee News ground report on the incident points to a bigger conspiracy behind the victims’ killing. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bIls6w

Ready to cooperate with Indian agencies: Chinese suppliers of coronavirus COVID-19 rapid test kits

Two Chinese pharma companies, which supplied 5.5 lakh rapid testing kits for COVID-19 to India, said they are ready to cooperate with Indian agencies looking into allegations of poor accuracy of their products. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bIkaZe

Financial aid required to deal with COVID-19-induced slowdown in India, says Finance Commission’s advisory panel

Indian economy will go into a slowdown due to the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and a well-designed financial aid package is required to deal with the situation, opined the Advisory Council to the 15th Finance Commission in its meeting on April 24. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3522NQi

With 57 fatalities, India records highest spike in coronavirus COVID-19 deaths in past 24 hours; recovery rate at 20.66%

According to the Union Health and Family Welfare Ministry, the death toll due to COVID-19 reached 775 and the number of infected cases topped the 24,500-mark in the country as of 8 AM on Saturday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bFijV0

Coronavirus COVID-19: Ban on entry and exit of doctors, paramedics lifted by Noida administration

A few days after sealing the Delhi-Noida border to stop the spike in coronavirus COVID-19 cases, the District Magistrate of Gautam Buddh Nagar on Friday evening lifted the ban imposed on the movement of doctors and other para medical staff across the Delhi-Noida border. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VClXJm

IIT-Delhi develops coronavirus COVID-19 test kit, gets ICMR`s approval

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi has developed a COVID-19 test kit, which has got the approval of Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yFmKAo

J&K: Two terrorists killed in encounter at Pulwama

Two terrorists and one over ground worker have been killed in a pre-dawn encounter between security forces and militants in Awantipora of Pulwama district in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday (April 25, 2020). Arms and ammunition recovered from them. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KDb43H

COVID-19 doubling rate now stands at 10 days: Health Ministry

The decision to impose lockdown was timely and effective in controlling coronavirus spread, the Union Health Ministry said on Friday (April 24), in a statement. It said that the government has requested states to focus on districts reporting a high number of cases or having a fast case doubling rate or districts with high case mortality.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3aFWxza

India may see second wave of COVID-19 outbreak in monsoon: Scientists

The timing of the peak will depend on how India is able to control physical distancing and on the level of infection spreads after restrictions are relaxed, said scientists. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VRGAjX

IMCT questions arrangments at COVID-19 hospitals in West Bengal, seeks explanation from state Chief Secretary

The IMCT It asked about a large number of patients in the isolation wards of CNCI as well as Bangur hospitals awaiting COVID test results for five days or longer.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zuMikl

Centre`s decision to freeze hike of dearness allowance DA of its employees, pensioners during coronavirus COVID-19 crisis `insensitive and inhuman`: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi

A day after Centre froze a hike in dearness allowance (DA) for its employees till July 2021, the Congress on Friday slammed the government over its move accusing it of hurting middle-class employees and pensioners. The step was taken by the Centre because of the strain on its finances due to coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2xUxLOf

Centre freezes hike in dearness allowance of central govt employees till July 2021 amid coronavirus COVID-19 crisis

The Centre on Thursday said that it has put on hold the increase in dearness allowance for its employees because of the strain on its finances due to coronavirus pandemic. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VzGFJX

PM Narendra Modi launches eGramSwaraj portal, App to support Panchayati Raj institutions in India

PM Narendra Modi on Friday launched two web portals - eGram Swaraj & Swamitva Yojana - for accelerating the pace of development in India's villages. The eGram Swaraj app will provide panchayats a single interface to complete development projects. The app will help in accelerating projects in villages from planning to completion. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2S4u27F

Four arrested under Wildlife Act for smuggling Sea Cucumber

The CBI has registered a case against four people on charges of smuggling endangered marine animal the Sea Cucumber. All four of the accused are residents of Kavaratti in Lakshadweep. The agency also recovered 46 live and 173 dead Sea Cucumbers from them. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VxG63g

9 states/UTs in India become coronavirus COVID-19 free; total cases reach 23,077

In a positive development related to coronavirus outbreak in India, nine states and union territories in India have been declared as corona free. These states and UTs include- Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Manipur, Nagaland, Sikkim, Daman and Diu, Dadar and Nagar Haveli, Lakshadweep and Tripura. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3byUQo9

West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar writes 11-page letter to Mamata Banerjee, alleges `CM explicitly appeasing minority`

The political sparring between West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Governor took an acerbic turn on Friday (April 24) with Jagdeep Dhankhar writing an 11-page letter to Mamata Banerjee, where he accused her explicitly appeasing the minority community in the state for her own good. Dhankhar said the Chief Minister's outburst is an alibi strategy to cover up monumental failures in tackling the COVID-19 pandemic in the state. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3avDqaV

Twitter suspends fake account used by Pakistan`s ISI to spread false news about India

Twitter suspends an account if it has been reported as violating the micro-blogging platform's rules surrounding abuse. The account can be suspended on it is indulges in abusive behaviour, like sending threats to others or impersonating other accounts. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2S3dk8G

Two accused in Bengaluru`s Padarayanapura violence test coronavirus positive, 121 others shifted from Ramanagara jail

A ruckus had erupted in Padarayanapura on April 19 over the shifting of 15 secondary contacts of coronavirus positive patients to a quarantine facility by BBMP officials.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bBmIrZ

UP doctors shifted to guest house after complaints of poor arrangements in quarantine centre

The statement came after a series of videos of doctors and para-medical staffers went viral on Thursday in which they alleged that the fans were not working at the quarantine centre. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KuGtFx

Two accused in Padarayanapura violence test coronavirus positive, 121 others shifted from Ramanagara jail

A ruckus erupted in Padarayanapura on Sunday allegedly over the shifting of 15 secondary contacts of corona positive patients to a quarantine facility by the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) officials.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VxMwzn

Pakistan Army violates ceasefire in Jammu and Kashmir`s Rajouri, fires small arms, mortars

Cross-border shelling between the two sides was going on when last reports came in. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3azN8ZV

Hailstorm leaves 4,200 people homeless in Tripura

Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb along with officials visited the worst-hit Sepahajala district on Thursday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eLWu7T

After Goa and Manipur, Tripura becomes coronavirus-free state, informs CM Biplab Kumar Deb

Tripura now has 111 coronavirus suspects under surveillance and 227 others have been placed under home quarantine.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3aAVhNo

Coronavirus COVID-19 crisis has taught us to be self-reliant, says PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister on Friday said that the coronavirus COVID-19 crisis has taught us to be self-reliant while interacting with village heads from across the nation via video conferencing. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KADZp3

India`s international passenger capacity reduced by 89 percent in April due to COVID-19: UN

International passenger capacity for India reduced by 89 per cent so far this month due to COVID-19 pandemic as compared to a ‘business-as-usual’ scenario, according to the latest projections from the United Nations specialised agency for international civil aviation. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eSB8Gj

Sikh devotees stranded due to Coronavirus Covid-19 lockdown in Maharashtra sent home

With the help of the Central government's intervention, Maharashtra government has managed to facilitate the return of stranded Sikh devotees from Sachkhand Garudwara in Nanded. Late on Thursday (April 23) night, as many as 330 devotees were picked up in 10 vehicles and sent on their way home to Punjab and Haryana. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Vwd1Wa

Maharashtra worst hit, Delhi second as coronavirus COVID-19 cases in India jump to 23,077, death toll at 718

India recorded its sharpest spike in cases with 1,684 cases and 37 deaths in 24 hours. Meanwhile, there are 4,748 recoveries in the country so far. The confirmed coronavirus cases include 17,610 active cases, 4,748 cured/discharged, 1 migrated, and 718 deaths, according to the government figures. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Vx9eaT

Five arrested in Delhi with restricted drug worth Rs 3 crore

Uttam Nagar police arrested five drug peddlers including two women with 332 grams of amphetamine medicines which is restricted for sale. According to the Delhi Police, the estimated price of the restricted drug in the international market is around Rs 3 crore. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34Z6QNg

What`s the exit plan for coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown: Congress asks Centre

Criticising the central government over its "failure" in fighting with COVID-19 crisis, Congress has asked the Centre about its "exit plan" after May 3 -- the deadline for the lockdown. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cKm0sA

World War 3: China`s biological and economic warfare using coronavirus COVID-19

More than 27 lakh people have been infected by the coronavirus COVID-19 world wide with the death toll crossing 1.9 lakh, the virus which first emerged in China in December 2019 could be the start of World War 3 and the world would not even know. The analysis was done by Zee News Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Chaudhary in DNA, the world's most-watched news show.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3axnjJN

Have cut coronavirus transmission, minimised spread, increased COVID-19 doubling time during lockdown: Govt

Addressing a press conference, the chairman of Empowered Group Two, C K Mishra, asserted that the growth of coronavirus cases in the country has been more or less linear and not exponential, adding that the testing has been ramped up consistently. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2x128lC

PM Modi takes blessings from 106-yr-old former BJP MLA Narayanji over phone

The Prime Minister spoke to the former MLA for two and a half minutes. The former MLA said "We are grateful to the Prime Minister for remembering us in this hour of crisis." from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2S1L3iI

Indian Army busts ULFA recruitment racket, apprehends five hardcore cadres

In a major breakthrough, five United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) hardcore cadres has been apprehended by the Indian Army in a joint operation with Assam Police. There was an intelligence input about the presence of the heavily armed cadres, having infiltrated through the Indo-Myanmar Border, with an aim to reach Upper Assam and suspected to have come with an intention to target the security forces. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cDh74v

Alternative academic calendar for primary stage released to help students amid COVID-19 outbreak

Students can download Kishore Manch App from play store and Youtube live (NCERT Official Channel). Daily - Monday to Saturday these sessions are being telecast for primary classes from 11 am to 1 pm and for upper primary classes from 2 pm to 4 pm.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XYKav2

Defence forces asked to put on hold acquisition processes amid coronavirus COVID-19 situation

At a time when a budget cut is in sight for the armed forces, the three services have been told to put on hold their acquisition processes to buy new weapon systems till the COVID-19 situation continues in the country. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VUQ6CZ

Former Jharkhand minister Anosh Ekka gets seven-year jail term for money laundering

In a major blow to former Jharkhand minister Anosh Ekka, a court on Thursday (April 23) sentenced him to seven years of rigorous imprisonment with Rs 2 crores fine in connection with a money laundering case. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XZX7oK

Centre freezes Dearness Allowance of central govt employees till July 2021 amid coronavirus COVID-19 crisis

The Centre on Thursday said that it has put on hold the increase in dearness allowance for its employees because of the strain on its finances due to coronavirus pandemic. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VRSuu8

Hard for elected govt to have `political will` to meet with challenges of reservation: Supreme Court

It is very hard for an elected government to have the "political will" to meet the challenges arising out of the reservation scenario wherein neither the lists of those entitled have been reviewed nor the quota provisions have come to an end, the Supreme Court has observed. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2x14AIZ

Researchers decode coroanvirus COVID-19 symptoms, outcomes in children

Most children with COVID-19 may exhibit only mild symptoms, if any, requiring only supportive care, with good prognosis and full recovery possible within one to two weeks, according to a review of studies, which presents the clinical manifestation of the disease in the young people. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bIctCl

NCP leader Kashinath Chaudhary summoned in Palghar mob lynching case

In a fresh development in Palghar mob lynching case, the CID and Maharashtra Police have summoned NCP Gram Panchayat member Kashinath Chaudhary to record his statement about his presence at the spot and his role in the incident. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cEbPpb

Pakistan`s ISI fuelling hatred against India in Gulf nations through social media

After reports that Pakistan is trying to push coronavirus-infected persons into the Indian side, it has now come to light that the neighbouring country has launched a cyberwar against New Delhi through social media. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eLrapN

Man refuses to accept essential items from Muslim delivery agent in Maharashtra, police files FIR

At a time when the country is fighting unitedly against coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for unity, it seems that some people have decided to show no respect to human values. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2x4c51O

Truth is self-evident: Amit Shah on PM Narendra Modi`s handling of coronavirus COVID-19 crisis

The Home Minister took to Twitter and tweeted in praise of PM Modi and said that Indians feel secure in the hands of PM Modi and the world community praises his efforts to contain the COVID-19 pandemic. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VNWcF7

Coronavirus has increased disturbingly both in spread and speed; COVID-19 testing still abysmal: Sonia Gandhi

Interim Congress chief Sonia Gandhi on Thursday said that the coronavirus has increased disturbingly both in spread and speed in the past three weeks as she called on the government to arrange testing kits, which she said are still in short supply and of poor quality. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/354ifeP

World Book Day celebrated online amid coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown: UNESCO

The COVID-19 pandemic and the global response to it have severely limited public celebration of this year`s World Book Day but online activities continued to promote the power of reading which the UN believes should be leveraged more than ever at a time of lockdown, the Unesco said. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3brGfuK

Coronavirus COVID-19: Railway Ministry Planning to slash salaries of over 13 lakh officers, employees? PIB debunks fake news

At a time when India is grappling with coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, government officials are trying their best to bust fake news and viral posts related to coronavirus.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cJ42Xw

Coronavirus tips: Symptoms, precautions and tips to manage anxiety during COVID-19 lockdown

At a time when most of the countries around the world have imposed a lockdown to curb the spread of the deadly novel coronavirus pathogen, it is important to protect yourself and the people around you by knowing the facts of the COVID-19 and taking suitable precautions. The virus has spread to more than 200 countries since it was first reported from China in December 2019. It is highly contagious and there is no prescribed vaccine to cure the disease.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zlF95z

Border Roads Organisation builds 484-meter bridge connecting Punjab`s Kasowal enclave with rest of the country

Union Ministry of Defence on Wednesday (April 22) said that Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has constructed and opened a new permanent bridge on the river Ravi connecting Kasowal enclave in Punjab to the rest of the country. The MoD said that the BRO has succeeded in constructing the road much ahead of its schedule.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2S0UrmH

COVID-19: President Ram Nath Kovind signs ordinance to punish those attacking healthcare workers

The ordinance which amends the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 also provides for compensation for injury to healthcare service personnel or for causing damage or loss to property. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Y06iVY

Ramadan (Ramzan) 2020 date in India : Things you should know about the Islamic holy month

The Islamic holy month of Ramadan (Ramzan) is expected to begin from April 24 (depends on the sighting of the crescent moon) in India. During Ramadan, Muslims observe fast from dawn to dusk and they break their fast in the evening by eating Iftar (meal). According to Islam, one can understand the pain and sufferings of other people and gets closer to the almighty Allah by not consuming food and water throughout the day. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VO4Vao

Coronavirus COVID-19: Centre giving free internet to all users till May 3? PIB`s fact check

The coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak and the nationwide lockwide announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to check the spread of deadly virus have proved to be a fertile breeding ground for different types of fake news and misinformation. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bz35k4

For first time since 2000, water in Ganga at Haridwar, Rishikesh become drinkable amid coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown

The analysis was done by Zee News Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Chaudhary in DNA, the world's most-watched news show. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bvmouT

Who was Palghar mob lynching victim saint Kalpavriksha Giri Maharaj

The mob lynching of three men, including two saints Kalpavriksha Giri Maharaj (70 years), Sushil Giri Maharaj (35), in Maharashtra's Palghar on April 16 has triggered a political slugfest with the BJP and other parties accusing the state government of failing to take action against those involved in the incident. The shocking incident took place when the two saints along with a driver of the vehicle were on their way to Surat in Gujarat.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KnRNn3

Reservation: Supreme Court quashes order providing 100% quota in teaching jobs in scheduled areas

As per the 1992 verdict, extreme caution has to be exercised and special case has to be made out for exceeding 50 per cent reservation limit. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bxJi4w

Bill Gates commends PM Narendra Modi`s leadership in combating coronavirus COVID-19 in India

Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates have commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and his government's "proactive measures" such as lockdown and expansion of focused testing in combating the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic in India. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Y379W9

Delhi riots: Suspended AAP councilor Tahir Hussain booked under UAPA

Probing the conspiracy of Delhi riots, the Delhi police had earlier arrested Tahir Hussain who is also accused in the murder case of IB officer Ankit Sharma during the northeast Delhi violence.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yBSOoE

Prevent violence, ensure security to healthcare professionals, medical staff and frontline workers fighting coronavirus COVID-19: MHA to states

Strict action must be taken against those who obstruct the performance of last rites of medical professionals or frontline healthcare workers succumbing to COVID-19 while discharging their services, it added. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VSBbsI

Security agencies intercept group of terrorists at LOC to infiltrate in Kashmir

Terrorists in eight groups at various locations were identified and security agencies have issued an alert on the LoC as well as an International border all along Jammu to check the misadventure from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bxbULe

Allow media persons to travel across sealed Delhi-Noida border on photo ID: NBA to Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath

Amid the coronavirus COVID-19 spread, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday was asked by the News Broadcasters Association (NBA) to allow media personnel travelling across the Delhi-Noida border for work on the basis of photo identity cards issued by their channels and exempt them from the requirement of having special passes. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2RXJ5zP

Cabinet approves Rs 15,000 crore emergency package for states, UTs to fight coronavirus COVID-19

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved significant investments to the tune of Rs 15,000 crore for 'India COVID-19 Emergency Response and Health System Preparedness Package', to combat the coronavirus COVID-19. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2RW0UiI

Pakistan now exporting coronavirus COVID-19 patients to India: Jammu and Kashmir DGP Dilbag Singh

Calling it a matter of concern, Singh said that it has come to light that Pakistan, which was earlier only sending terrorists, has now also started sending coronavirus infected people. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yAOZQy

Ordinance to end violence against doctors, health workers; jail term up to 7 years

"In the case of grievous injuries, the accused can be sentenced from 6 months to 7 years. They can be penalised from Rs 1 Lakh to Rs 5 Lakh," said Prakash Javadekar. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Kp3VnJ

IMA calls off protest against attack on doctors treating COVID-19 patients after assurance from Amit Shah

After the meeting, held through video-conferencing, the Home Minister said that safety and dignity of doctors at their work place is "non-negotiable". from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cHGQJ7

Rahul Gandhi launches portal for COVID-19 affected MSME sector, seeks suggestions

The suggestions can be sent on voiceofmsme.in or on social media platforms of the party, he said. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KnUo0j

I&B Ministry`s advisory asks media persons covering coronavirus COVID-19 to take precautions

In the wake of a large number of media persons contracting COVID-19, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting issued an advisory to print and electronic media on Wednesday, calling on journalists covering coronavirus-related incidents to take precautions. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2RTzJoQ

Agricultural and forestry items, shops selling books, electric fans exempted from COVID-19 lockdown restrictions

The orders were issued by the Home Ministry (MHA) on Tuesday night after receiving some queries with regard to exemptions of specific services and activities allowed through the guidelines issued so far. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2x31cxi

Maharashtra worst-hit, Gujarat second as India coronavirus COVID-19 cases near 20,000-mark

According to the health ministry's data updated in the morning, the highest number of confirmed cases in the country are from Maharashtra at 5,218, followed by Gujarat at 2,178, Delhi at 2,156, Rajasthan at 1,659, Tamil Nadu at 1,596 and Madhya Pradesh at 1,552. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KB7jw1

4 terrorists killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian

Four terrorists were killed in an encounter between security forces and terrorists in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday (April 22). Sources told Zee Media that the terrorists were hiding in the area and operation to eliminate them was launched on the basis of credible information. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VL4WM4

Quarantine period of Wadhawan family ends on April 22, Maharashtra government asks ED, CBI to take their custody

Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh on Wednesday (April 22) said that home quarantine period of Wadhawan family is ending today at 2PM and he has written a letter to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and CBI to take them in their custody. Deshmukh added that Wadhawan family will remain in the custody of Maharashtra Police till the ED or CBI take their custody. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VuBj2S

On Earth Day, PM Narendra Modi gives a `shout out` to all coronavirus COVID-19 warriors

''Let us pledge to work towards a cleaner, healthier & more prosperous planet. A shout out to all those working at the forefront to defeat COVID-19,'' PM Modi said. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bF3Ubr

Day after ICMR bans use of faulty coronavirus COVID-19 rapid testing kits, China pledges to provide assistance

A day after the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) advised the state governments to not use new rapid antibody test for coronavirus COVID-19 testing for two days, a spokesperson of the Chinese Embassy in India, Ji Rong, on Wednesday (April 22) said that Beijing attaches great importance to the quality of exported medical products and Chinese official will remain in touch with ICMR and provide the necessary assistance in this regard. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3btOu9M

AEIOU: PM Narendra Modi uses vowels to teach new business and work culture post COVID-19

I envision this new business and work culture being redefined on the following vowels, PM Modi said in the post titled ''Life in the era of COVID-19.'' from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2wXmaNU

Earth Day 2020 Google Doodle celebrates with interactive game on bees

Google is celebrating 'Earth Day' on Wednesday (April 22, 2020) with an interactive doodle to spread knowledge and share fun facts about planet earth. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2wWD7If

US`s history of waging wars over oil as crude prices crash amid coronavirus COVID-19 crisis

A sharp plunge in oil prices due to the coronavirus pandemic creating a supply glut has created major problems for oil-producing countries especially the US where the oil prices plummeted to a negative on Monday. The analysis was done by Zee News Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Chaudhary in DNA, the world's most-watched news show. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2RY2KQb

2 terrorists killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian

Two terrorists have been killed in an ongoing encounter between security forces and terrorists in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday (April 22). Sources told Zee Media that two terrorists are still hiding in the area and operation is on to either kill or arrest them. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KncvTV

Arrange special trains for migrant workers stuck in Maharashtra: CM Uddhav Thackeray urges Centre

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Tuesday (April 21) said that if the Centre is anticipating a spike in coronavirus COVID-19 cases between April 30 and May 15 then it must take steps to arrange special trains in order to allow the migrant workers, stuck in Maharashtra, to leave for their native places.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cDi9NP

Pakistan resorts to heavy shelling along LoC in Jammu and Kashmir`s Kerni sector

This is the 15th consecutive day of shelling and firing along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bsyoNs

India`s coronavirus COVID-19 recovery rate is 17.48 per cent, 3,252 patients cured so far: Govt

"As many as 3,252 people have been cured till now and 705 of them recovered on April 20. This takes our recovery percentage to 17.48," said Joint Secretary Lav Agarwal addressing a press conference in the national capital. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Kp2TrT

Two arrested for making Tiktok video on police in Mumbai

Two persons from suburban Mankhurd in Mumbai were arrested on Tuesday (April 21) for allegedly making a TikTok video targetting the police by violating the coronavirus lockdown norms, an official said. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cDyVw6

West Bengal fighting more dangerous virus than COVID-19, it is Mamata Banerjee-led government and TMC: Babul Supriyo

Amid the lockdown to combat the coronavirus, Union Minister Babul Supriyo on Tuesday slammed West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleging that the state is fighting a more dangerous virus than the COVID-19 and it is the government led by CM Banerjee and the Trinamool Congress (TMC). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KoH1g6

ICMR tells states not to use rapid test kits for COVID-19 for 2 days

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) on Tuesday (April 21) advised the state governments to not use new rapid antibody test for coronavirus COVID-19 for two days, saying it will investigate the issue of faulty kits. "A lot of variations, kits will be tested and validated by on-ground teams and we will give advisory in the next 2 days," R Gangakhedkar, head scientist of ICMR said during the daily press briefing today.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3au7rrs

CLAT 2020 postponed to June 21 due to COVID-19 lockdown, last date for sending application extended till May 18

The deadline for applications has also been extended to May 18, 2020. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eG2O0U

Central team on COVID-19 claims lack of cooperation by Mamata Banerjee govt

Banerjee had on Monday expressed her displeasure in a series of tweets and sought to know the rationale behind the formation of central teams to visit the states. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bvrEys

Avoid confrontation with Centre to combat COVID-19 crisis: West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar to Mamata Banerjee

Six IMCTs have been constituted by the Centre to assess the situation regarding the violations of lockdown, social distancing norms and attack on doctors. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Knl9ly

No Presidential Secretariat staffer tested COVID-19 positive, clarifies Rashtrapati Bhavan

"The secretariat along with the local administration is taking all the preventive measures required under the government guidelines," a statement from the Rashtrapati Bhawan read.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2xCvNlF

COVID India Seva: Govt launches interactive platform for citizen engagement on coronavirus COVID-19

The initiative is aimed at enabling transparent e-governance delivery in real-time and answering citizen queries swiftly, at scale, especially in crisis situations like the ongoing pandemic. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2xNevlB

NCP chief Sharad Pawar condemns Palghar mob lynching, says time not apt for political fight

NCP chief Sharad Pawar on Tuesday (April 21) condemned the Palghar mob lynching incident in which three persons, including two sadhus, were brutally killed on Thursday night (April 16). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3boBd2g

Shiv Sena mouthpiece Saamana says inhuman to give communal colour to Palghar lynching

An editorial in the party mouthpiece 'Saamana' stated that residents of Gadchincle village in Palghar had killed the two sadhus over rumours that thieves dressed as holy men had entered the village taking advantage of the lockdown. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Kim2vA

1,330 people booked for not wearing masks in Mumbai during lockdown

Mumbai Police have registered cases against 1330 citizens for not wearing masks at public places in violation of the order issued by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) in the last 13 days of the coronavirus lockdown, an official said on Tuesday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KrFsxT

Delhi govt to test mediapersons for COVID-19; Tejashwi Yadav urges Nitish Kumar to ensure security of Bihar journalists

A special camp was organised at the Azad Maidan in Mumbai on April 16 and 17 for COVID-19 testing of journalists, during which the BMC collected the swab samples of 171 mediapersons. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cyZVNp

World Health Organisation warns rush to ease coronavirus COVID-19 rules could cause resurgence

Despite concerns from health officials, some US states, on Monday, announced aggressive reopening plans, while Boeing and at least one other US heavy-equipment manufacturer resumed production. Elsewhere around the world, step-by-step reopenings were underway in Europe, where the crisis has begun to ebb in places such as Italy, Spain and Germany. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2RTRLqV

Expansion of Shivraj Singh Chouhan-led Madhya Pradesh Cabinet: 5 including Narottam Mishra take oath

The new ministers who took oath today are Narottam Mishra, Kamal Patel, Meena Singh, Tulsi Silawat and Govind Singh Rajput. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3aqijXx

COVID-19: IMA to observe `Black Day` on April 23 over rising attack on doctors, calls for stringent laws

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has appealed to all doctors to protest against attacks on them and attempts being made to stop the cremation of a doctor who died due to coronavirus in Chennai. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Vopjj9

COVID-19: IMA to observe Black Day on April 23 over rising attacks on doctors, calls for stringent laws

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has appealed to all doctors to protest against attacks on them and attempts being made to stop the cremation of a doctor who died due to coronavirus in Chennai. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zi4Fsw

Coronavirus COVID-19: Maharashtra announces new norms for orange & green zones, has maximum 43 testing labs in India

The Maharashtra government has also announced new norms for orange and green zones in the state. As per the new norm, those districts which have more than 15 positive cases but not a single new case in the last 14 days will come under the orange zone and those districts which have not seen any new positive cases in the last 28 days will come under the green zone. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Vs5tDT

Govt issues guidelines for non-coronavirus health facilities

The move comes after a few hospitals closed down following the detection of the disease among its medical workers. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2RU5pKZ

No coronavirus COVID-19 case reported in 60 districts in past 14 days

The nation’s concerted fight against the coronavirus pandemic is yielding positive results as no COVID-19 infection has been reported in the past 14 days in as many as 60 districts of the country. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3an1MDG

Relative of sanitation worker at Rashtrapati Bhavan tests positive for coronavirus COVID-19

The relative of a sanitation worker at the Rashtrapati Bhavan has tested positive for the coronavirus COVID-19 but the other family members have tested negative for the deadly virus. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cA8E1T

Is there a political conspiracy behind lynching of Hindu saints in Maharashtra`s Palghar?

The mob lynching of three men, including two saints Kalpavriksha Giri Maharaj (70 years), Sushil Giri Maharaj (35), in Maharashtra's Palghar on April 16 has triggered a political slugfest with the BJP and other parties accusing the state government of failing to take action against those involved in the incident. The shocking incident took place when the two saints along with a driver of the vehicle were on their way to Surat in Gujarat.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cAiKQu

Coronavirus COVID-19 doubling rate now 7.5 days from 3.4 before lockdown, says Health Ministry

The Union Health Ministry said on Monday (April 20) that the average rate of doubling of coronavirus COVID-19 cases in the country has improved to 7.5 days from 3.4 after the central government enforced the nation-wide lockdown. A total of 1,553 new COVID-19 cases have been reported in India in the past 24 hours, the ministry said, adding that at least 36 deaths were also reported in these hours.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VOwxw6

Centre constitutes 6 Inter-ministerial teams to augment state efforts to contain spread of COVID-19

"Situation is especially serious in Indore (MP), Mumbai and Pune (Maharashtra), Jaipur (Rajasthan) and Kolkata, Howrah, Medinipur East, 24 Parganas North, Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Jalpaiguri in West Bengal," said the statement.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2S8afEz

Uttarakhand: Kedarnath temple gates to open on May 14, Badrinath on May 15

The decision to reschedule the opening of the temple gates was taken in view of circumstances created by the COVID-19 pandemic. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3anck5F

Noida: Cops donate blood during woman`s delivery, husband likens them to `God`

Going beyond their call of duty, two policemen responding to an emergency call in Noida donated their blood at a hospital that helped in the delivery of a pregnant woman who has given birth to a baby boy.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XQ00bB

Palghar mob lynching unfortunate, culprits will face justice, assures Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Monday (April 20) said that the mob lynching of three men, inclduing two sadhus, was an unfoirtunate incident, stressing that his government will ensure that those involved in this heinous crime get maximum punishment. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ex7u9c

Govt says coronavirus COVID-19 situation especially serious in Mumbai, Pune, Indore, Jaipur

The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 543 and the number of cases climbed to 17,265 in the country on Monday, according to the Union health ministry. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Vnub89

Meerut hospital apologises for controversial ad that said `no entry to Muslims without COVID-19 test`

The Meerut police had on Sunday booked the management of the hospital for the controversial advertisement. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2RR3VRk

Kerala government to reconsider coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown relaxations after Centre`s objection

Hours after Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) wrote a letter to Kerala government taking strong objection to the latter's decision to open restaurants, bus travel for shorter distances, allow private vehicles on an odd-even during the lockdown, the Pinarayi Vijayan-led government in the state said on Monday (April 21) that the state will reconsider relaxation of lockdown. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2z8cuAO

Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha secretariats resume partial operations

The Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were shut on March 24 after both houses were adjourned sine die following the passage of the Finance Bill for 2020-21. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VjRpMy

India`s defence exports rise over 5 times in last 4 years

According to the Ministry of Defence's Department of Defence Production dashboard, India's export of military equipment increased from Rs 1521.86 in Financial Year 2016-17 to Rs 8,620.59 in the last fiscal 2019-20. India's defence exports have increased in the last four years has been more than 5-and-half times while the target for FY 2020-21 is Rs 15,000 crore, according to the data updated by the Department of Defence Production on April 14, 2020. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eAAqNK

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath’s father, Anand Singh Bisht, passes away at 89

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s father, Anand Singh Bisht, passed away in Delhi on Monday (April 20). He was 89. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cAsme3

Terrorists shoot dead policeman in Hiller Shahabad area in Jammu and Kashmir`s Anantnag

The deceased cop, identified as Manzoor Ahmad Dar, a native of Hiller Bahai Kokernag. He was immediately rushed to a local hospital where he was declared brought dead by the doctors.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yv5hKM

MHA writes letter to West Bengal government over lockdown violations, constitutes teams to assess situation

Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has written a letter to West Bengal Chief Secretary regarding lockdown violation and incidents of violence against healthcare workers in some districts of the state, including Howrah, Kolkata, Mednipur, Darjeeling, Kalimpong and others.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bnH8EH

Yogi Adityanath speaks to Uddhav Thackeray on Palghar lynching

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath spoke to his Maharashtra counterpart Uddhav Thackeray on Monday and sought action against the accused in the Palghar incident in which three people were lynched over rumours of them being kidnappers. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cp085Q

As Kerala opens restaurants, roads, MHA accuses state government of `diluting` lockdown

Taking strong onbjection to the Kerala government's decision to open restaurants, bus travel for shorter distances, allow private vehicles on an odd-even during the lockdown, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has accused the Pinarayi Vijayan government of “diluting” the Centre's guidelines. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34RmjPj

One-and-a-half-month-old baby dies of coronavirus COVID-19 infection at Delhi hospital

The baby died at Kalawati Saran Children's Hospital attached to Centre-run Lady Hardinge Medical College on Saturday morning, and it is the the first fatality of an infant due to COVID-19 in the national capital. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VDkYaO

Coronavirus COVID-19: Health workers attacked in Bengaluru`s Padarayanapura over quarantine rumours

At least 59 people were arrested on Sunday (April 19) in Bengaluru's Padarayanapura after they attacked the civic body officials who had reached the area reportedly to shift suspected coronavirus COVID-19 patients in quarantine.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KkJwQw

Delhi-NCR likely to receive rain, hailstorm; temperature dips

The Delhi - NCR region is likely to receive rainfall accompanied by hailstorm on Monday (April 20, 2020) due to the Western disturbance said weather forecast. Due to rain and strong wind in the region for the last few days, the temperature in Delhi-NCR region dipped continuously.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Vn3bG4

Judge provides ration, clothes for minor boy who committed theft for hungry mother in Bihar`s Nalanda

A minor boy from a poor family, who turned into a thief in order to arrange food and medicine for his mother, was given ration, cloth and other essentials by a local court on Sunday (April 19) and allowed to walk free. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2RTgsE1

Coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown 2.0: Union Home Ministry allows several economic activities to resume from April 20

Amid the nationwide lockdown which is in place till May 3 to curb the spread of coronavirus COVID-19 in India, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs has released a new list of services and economic activities which are being allowed to open from Monday (April 20). The exemption will be applicable in only those areas which are less affected by coronavirus. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cwkM3R

Coronavirus COVID-19: ICMR invites applications from govt, private labs having CBNAAT facility

ICMR in its advisory stated that the specimen collection and transfer of sample for CBNAAT must be performed using appropriate PPE and following all applicable biosafety requirements. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yukY4S

Coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown 2.0 relaxations: Here`s what’s allowed, what’s not from April 20

A number of restrictions on economic activities and services imposed after the extension of nationwide lockdown by Prime Minister Narendra Modi till May 3 will be relaxed from Monday (April 20) in areas except the coronavirus COVID-19 containment zones in order to restart the economy in phased manner. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34QhXIz

Don`t give communal angle to Palghar mob lynching, warns Maharashtra government

Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh said on Sunday (April 19) that a high-level probe had been ordered into the Palghar mob lynching incident in which three people, including two sadhus, were killed by a rampaging mob armed with axe and stick on Thursday night. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ROzBHm

Ajaz Khan, arrested over objectionable Facebook post, sent to police custody till April 24

Khan's lawyer had sought bail for the actor, but the court rejected it saying his offence, for which he has been charged under IPC Section 153A is not bailable. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3curXJR

Coronavirus COVID-19: Deputy secretaries and above level officers to join offices from April 20

All deputy secretary level officers and above will join office from Monday, nearly a month after working from home due to the lockdown to check the spread of coronavirus, a senior official said. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2RQcKef

Rectify deficiencies that led to collapse of Kartarpur Gurudwara domes, India urges Pakistan

On Saturday, due to strong wind coupled with heavy showers and thunderstorm, two domes of the recently renovated gurudwara in Kartarapur collapsed. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3blQdh3

Cash, liquor bottles seized from Aurangabad DHO`s car

A case has been registered against the DHO Dr Amol Gite under Disaster Management Act for violating the lockdown norms. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VD5Zxy

Southern Naval Command designs low cost UV disinfectant unit amid coronavirus COVID-19 scare

The portable unit is ideal for disinfecting small objects like currency notes, all kinds of cards, wallets, dairy, pens, mobile phones, keys, uniform accessories (e.g beret) and surgical instruments. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XMfEoj

After Dehradun, Haridwar, Nainital designated as COVID-19 red zones

The Uttarakhand authorities designated these two districts as hotspots after a spike in the number of coronavirus cases here. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XMCoo7

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra appeals to UP govt to make plan to bring back migrant workers

Priyanka said the migrants are scared and want to come back to their homes in UP, as they have no ration or cash left. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3csCqFM

Coronavirus COVID-19: Women facing domestic violence can call on 100, 2 other helpline numbers in Maharashtra

These private-operated numbers are 1800120820050 and 18001024040, said CM Uddhav Thackeray in a video message. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2xEABqo

Fight against coronavirus COVID-19 biggest invisible war; armed forces prepared for all contingencies: Rajnath Singh

Rajnath said armed forces are taking steps like curtailing troop movement, restricting leave, enforcing work from home to check coronavirus.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34OqZ8X

5,500 GoAir employees to go on leave without pay till May 3

In March, the Wadia Group-owned airline asked its employees to go on LWP on a rotational basis besides cutting their salaries. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eA2AbC

Coronavirus COVID-19: Limited business activities to resume in green zones from April 20, says Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday (April 19) said that the state will begin limited business activities in green coronavirus COVID-19 zones from Monday (April 20), stressing that the activities will be allowed under strict guidelines.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KggscX

TRS leader KTR`s reply to Twitter user referring to Virat Kohli`s haircut is winning hearts

A Twitter user asked the minister if barber shops would be open post-April 20. KTR’s reply to the question got a lot of attention from Twitterati and won hearts, making many laugh out loud. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3akqCnB

3 booked in Ghaziabad for sharing objectionable post against mediapersons

A First Information Report (FIR) has been registered against 3 people in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad for posting objectionable content against media persons.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VJt2qs

No relaxation of lockdown in Delhi, coronavirus COVID-19 spreading rapidly, says Arvind Kejriwal

Kejriwal said the national capital is witnessing a surge in coronavirus cases and hence, the number of containment zones are also increasing. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ytR4y0

Western disturbance brings snowfall in parts of Himachal Pradesh

Due to the prevalence of western disturbance over Afghanistan and neighboring areas, some parts of Himachal Pradesh received snowfall on Saturday. Keylong in Lahaul Spiti district was covered with a thick blanket of snow. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3borSrg

Coronavirus COVID-19: Chidambaram slams Centre, seeks free food, cash for poor

Launching a scathing attack on the Centre, senior Congress leader P Chidambaram on Sunday (April 19) accused the government of failing to "protect the dignity" of the poor who have been badly hit due to the nationwide lockdown announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to curb the spread of COVID-19 coronavirus in India. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Vj3GAH

No relaxation of lockdown in Delhi, coronavrius COVID-19 spreading rapidly, says Arvind Kejriwal

Kejriwal said the national capital is witnessing a surge in coronavirus cases and hence, the number of containment zones are also increasing. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bpKxTq

Coronavirus COVID-19: MHA changes e-commerce rules again, extends ban on delivery of non-essentials till May 3

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Sunday (April 19) said that the supply of non-essential goods by e-commerce companies will remain prohibited during the nationwide lockdown period which will remain in effect till May 3. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XNadVW

No guarantee that COVID-19 vaccine can be successfully developed: WHO Envoy

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Humanity will have to live with the threat of coronavirus "for the foreseeable future" and adapt accordingly because there is no guarantee that a vaccine can be successfully developed, WHO Special Envoy David Nabarro has said. "Some viruses are very, very difficult when it comes to vaccine development," he added. "Older people will have to be protected," Nabarro further said.

TDP leader KTR`s reply to twitter user referring to Virat Kohli`s haircut is winning hearts

A Twitter user asked the minister if barber shops would be open post-April 20. KTR’s reply to the question got a lot of attention of the Twitterians and won hearts, making many laugh out loud. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ROGqsk

Indian Navy continues to be Mission Deployed and Combat Ready amid coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic

Hours after 26 officers of Indian Navy tested positive for coronavirus COVID-19 at Mumbai on Saturday (April 18), Indian Navy said that it continues to be Mission Deployed and Combat Ready to meet any challenges in the maritime domain and is committed to containing the spread of the deadly virus in the country. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VkRRKA

East Coast Railway converts 261 coaches into coronavirus COVID-19 isolation wards

The ECoR has converted 261 coaches to serve as quarantine or isolation facilities. The conversion has been done at different workshops and coaching depots of ECoR. These coaches have been kept at different stations across East Coast Railway.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2xG0bvk

Mumbai man moves International Criminal Court against China over coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic

A Mumbai-based lawyer, Ashish Sohani, has filed a petition in the International Criminal Court (ICC) against China accusing Beijing of failing to contain the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and allowing the deadly virus to spread across the globe. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bmu56v

Coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown 2.0: A complete list of activities permitted after April 20

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 14 extended the 21-day nationwide lockdown till May 3 to curb the spread the spread of coronavirus COVID-19 in the country due to the rising number of cases in the country. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Kk75ZG

Light aircraft lands on Canada highway, traffic continues to move; video surfaces

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A video has surfaced online wherein a Piper PA-28 Cherokee aircraft is seen landing on a highway in Canada's Quebec City, however, the traffic on the highway continue to move. The pilot made an emergency landing due to some mechanical issues. The provincial police confirmed nobody on the plane or on the road was injured.

Doctor commits suicide in Delhi`s Deoli, accuses AAP MLA Prakash Jarwal, aide of threat, extortion in suicide note

The Delhi Police has registered a case of extortion and abetment of suicide against the AAP legislator and his aide and others in the suicide case.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2RLfCZU

World Heritage Day: Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Humayun`s Tomb to light up in honours of coronavirus warriors

At Humayun's tomb, the ASI will lit at least 41 diyas to symbolize the 41 days of lockdown period. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VD6kQR

No social distancing, no masks as people rushes to Mangalore beaches to buy fishes

People are seen rushing to buy fishes at Bykampadi, Mukka, Sasihithlu, Sultan Bathri and Hoyge Bazar beaches, and can be seen purchasing fishes directly from the boat.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VjRlMA

Walmart and Flipkart to provide Rs 46 crore to support India’s fight against coronavirus COVID-19

Walmart Inc and e-commerce major Flipkart will spend Rs 38.3 crore towards in-kind donations into India to help with the front-line response efforts, a statement said. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VRBDrt

Uttarakhand colleges, universities advised to start online classes amid COVID-19 lockdown

The timetable can be shared with the students through SMS or WhatsApp messages by the principals and professors concerned, read the government's order. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XIVsU6

Rajnath Singh chairs Group of Ministers meet on coronavirus situation; Piyush Goyal, Smriti Irani, others attend

This is the fifth meeting of the GoM on COVID-19 since March 25. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XGiivM

Union Health Ministry advises general public on necessary medicines for coronavirus COVID-19

The Union Health Ministry on Friday (April 17) released an informative video for general public about which medicines are necessary and should be used in the coronavirus COVID-19 crisis. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bkWs4O

Coronavirus COVID-19: Group of Ministers reviews lockdown extension, resumption of economic activities

This was the fifth meeting of the GoM on COVID-19 since March 25. Inputs, suggestions and feedback from the discussions held at these meetings are conveyed to Prime Minister by the Defence Minister.   from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eyxLDV

Security tightened in Jammu after Rohingya-Tablighi Jamaat link expose

A few days ago, the administration had arrested at least 10 Rohingya Muslims from a mosque in Jammu and had sent them to quarantine centre. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2xGLSGJ

Coronavirus COVID-19: Switzerland`s mighty Matterhorn projects Indian flag as message of hope

The flags of Switzerland, the United States, the United Kingdom, Italy and the Swiss region of Ticino were also beamed onto the mountain on Wednesday (April 16, 2020). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cqVN20

Delhi Police files chargesheet against Sharjeel Imam for instigating violence during anti-CAA protest

Sharjeel was arrested by the Delhi Police from Bihar's Jehanabad on January 28 this year for instigating and abetting riots with his speech delivered on December 13, 2019. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2z61svT

Maulana Ghulam Sarwar, who helped Tablighi Jamaat members flee during coronavirus lockdown, grilled by Delhi Police

According to a source, Maulana Sarwar was grilled by a team of police at the Jamia Nagar police station for over 9 hours. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ctm5AA

No new coronavirus COVID-19 case reported in Goa, state may be declared Green zone

In the gloom of the coronavirus pandemic some good news from Goa, the state has reported zero COVID-19 positive case. Since the past two weeks there has been no new case in the state.    from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2wSvDpQ

Western Disturbance causes rainfall over Assam, Punjab: IMD

Thunderstorms were also observed over some places in Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Chandigarh and Delhi in the morning hours today, stated IMD in its All India Weather Warning Bulletin. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3exUro4

ICMR issues new guidelines for coronavirus COVID-19 sample test from hotspot zones

The number of infections saw a jump by 991 and as many as 43 deaths were reported in the last 24 hours. Also, the recovery rate saw its highest spike on Saturday.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KfaBoh

Delhi HC to hear plea on increase in domestic violence cases during COVID-19 lockdown

The Delhi High Court has agreed to give an urgent hearing to a petition on a report of an increase in domestic violence cases during the lockdown. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Kex6K7

21 Indian Navy personnel test coronavirus COVID-19 positive, contact-tracing on

Most of the cases are asymptomatic and have been traced to a single sailor who was tested positive on April 7, 2020. The 20 Navy personnel undergoing treatment for COVID-19 were part of logistics establishment of Western Naval Command, said Official sources. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VAH9OQ

World Heritage Day 2020: How to celebrate amid COVID-19 lockdown

The International Day for Monuments and Sites or World Heritage Day is observed on April 18 every year. The idea is to promote cultural heritage via activities undertaken by the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS).  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ViIfQo

Google doodle honours coronavirus COVID-19 helpers through a thank you note

As the novel coronavirus continues to ravage populations around the world, with more than 22 lakh confirmed cases and 1.54 lakh deaths, millions of people are self-quarantining at home to combat the spread of the deadly virus. Still, a set of people selflessly go about their daily lives, offering aid to those infected and helping maintain a sense of order while the rest of us shelter in place. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KgBHeE

Afghanistan thanks India for sending critical drugs in fight against coronavirus COVID-19

Afghanistan`s envoy to India, took to micro blogging site Twitter to express his gratitude to India for sending critical drugs like hydroxychloroquine and paracetamol. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XLS2QK

Amid coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown, special flights from Chennai evacuate foreign nationals; medical goods delivered

The nearly 40-day lockdown (March 25 to May 3) in India as a part of preventive measures against COVID-19 has meant that all domestic and international aircraft operations would be suspended. But special flights have been evacuating and repatriating foreign nationals, while cargo aircraft have been hauling essential equipment and cargo that help in the country’s fight against the deadly pandemic.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bjlVvD

NHAI to start toll collection on national highways from April 20

The Centre has allowed the NHAI to start toll collection on national highways from April 20. The tolling operations were earlier planned to resume from April 15, a day after the end of the first phase of the lockdown. However, the lockdown was extended till May 3. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2VCcoJx

Visually impaired woman raped in MP, family stuck in Rajasthan amid lockdown

The woman, who is a bank officer, was alone at home during the incident as her husband and family have been stranded in Rajasthan due to the COVID-19 lockdown. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3alyDbM

Mask-wearing medics greet ISS crew as they return to Earth after 200 days

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Astronauts who spent the last 200 days on International Space Station returned to Earth amid the coronavirus pandemic on Friday. The international crew of NASA and Roscosmos astronauts were greeted by face mask wearing doctors after landing safely in Kazakhstan. The crew had earlier said that coming back to the world "drastically changed by the pandemic" will be challenging.

Pakistan violates ceasefire along LoC in Jammu and Kashmir` Poonch district

The Pakistani Army fired mortars along the LoC. There have been no reports of any injuries or casualties. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KgAfsE

India fighting coronavirus globally, Pakistan busy exporting terror: Army chief MM Naravane

Naravane is on a two-day visit to the region to review the security situation amid the national lockdown and an unusual spike in ceasefire violations by Pakistan army. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2KeglyI

Indian Air Force AH-64 Apache helicopter makes emergency landing in Punjab`s Hoshiarpur

An Indian Air Force (IAF) AH-64 Apache attack helicopter made a precautionary landing in a field in Punjab's Hoshiarpur district on Friday (April 17). According to IAF, the chopper made a precautionary landing after warning alert in its control panels and the pilots were safe. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3esPnRR