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Delhi: Fire breaks out on 4th floor of Nirman Bhawan; 5 fire tenders rushed to spot

The fire was caused by a printer in the government office, following which a call was made to the fire department at 9:01 am. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZTEgfJ

Cyclone Nisarga likely to cross close to Mumbai by June 3, predicts IMD

India Meterological Department (IMD) on Monday (June 1) said that the well-marked low-pressure area over the south-east and adjoining east-central Arabian Sea and Lakshadweep area concentrated into a depression on Monday morning. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2MjQ2bw

World Milk Day 2020: Know all about its significance and importance

World Milk Day is celebrated every year on June 1 with the aim to raise awareness about milk and its importance as a global food. United Nations Food and Agricultural Organisation first commenced the day in the year 2001. This year the initiative completes its 20th year and that's why the theme is '20th Anniversary of World Milk Day.' from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3gKriHs

With highest spike of 8,392 new cases, India`s COVID-19 tally crosses 1.9 lakh mark

India on Monday yet again recorded the highest single-day spike in COVID-19 cases as 8,392 fresh cases were detected across the country in last 24 hours. The total tally also crossed 1.9 lakh mark. 230 deaths were also reported due to the infection in the last 24 hours in India. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Udn1CL

New academic year begins in Kerala, lessons go online via KITE Victers channel due to coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic

The new academic year will begin in Kerala on Monday (June 1) but this year it will be completely online using multiple virtual platforms due to coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cgDNqt

Fire breaks out at a factory in Uttar Pradesh`s Noida, 16 fire tenders rushed to spot

Fire breaks out at an export company's factory located in Noida Sector 64 on Monday (June 1, 2020) morning. 16 fire tenders were rushed to the spot. The company's name is Radiant Expo Vision which deals with manufacturing cloth and export business. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2AtzLOg

As US-China tensions escalate, Beijing advises India not to side with US

Amid the rising US-China tensions over a wide range of issues including coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, China has advised India not to get involved in US-China confrontation. Beijing has said that India should not become a US pawn attacking China in a new Cold War or else India would face a massive economic blow amid COVID-19 pandemic.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Y1RqFd

Unlock 1.0: 200 special trains start operations from today as railway resume services partially

As India enters its day one of Unlock 1.0, the railways is all set to start 200 partial passenger trains operations from Monday (June 1, 2020). The national transporter said that more than 1.45 lakh passengers will take journey on trains on the first day of it resuming its operation.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Mj5xjS

Cyclonic storm likely to reach Maharashtra, Gujarat coasts on June 3, forecasts IMD

India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday (May 31) said that a low-pressure area over Arabian sea is expected to intensify into a cyclonic storm and reach near north Maharashtra and south Gujarat coasts on Wednesday (June 3) morning. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yRdKbZ

Pakistan condemns India`s decision to declare 2 Pakistan High Commission Staff member as Persona Non Grata

Hours after Indian authorities nabbed two Pakistani High Commission officials for being involved in spying and declared them as Persona Non Grata (PNG), Islamabad on Sunday (May 31) condemned New Delhi's decision to declare the duo as PNG and asking them to leave India within 24 hours. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TWlCjs

Unlock 1.0 begins today, states issue fresh guidelines

India entered its fifth phase of lockdown on Monday ( June 1, 2020) which happens to be completely different from the previous lockdown as it comes with several relaxations and therefore being referred as Unlock 1. Several state governments on Sunday came up with 'Unlock 1' guidelines including allowing inter-state travel while extending the lockdown till June 30 with relaxations.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zNMVpw

Australian PM Scott Morrison whips up samosas and chutney, says wants to share it with PM Modi

The two Prime Ministers are scheduled to hold a video meet on June 4. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Ubjx3F

Cyclonic storm to reach Gujarat, Maharashtra coasts next week, warns IMD

Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Sunday (May 31) that a low-pressure area is formed over Arabian sea and Lakshadweep today which is likely to intensify further into a cyclonic storm and reach coastal states of Maharashtra and Gujarat next week.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZQETa0

People paying serious attention to Yoga from Hollywood to Haridwar amid COVID-19 pandemic: PM Narendra Modi

"Truly, Yoga is good for community, immunity and unity," said PM Modi. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36KNBYM

Delhi Police`s chargesheet in Chand Bagh riots within 48 hours; Tahir Hussain, 15 others to be named

The Special Investigative Team (SIT) of Delhi Police is most likely to file its first chargesheet within two days by June 1 in Delhi's Chand Bagh riot case, sources said.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cpIIWs

PM Narendra Modi`s first year of second term `historic`, says UP CM Yogi Adityanath

Through the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), Modi has fulfilled India's long-pending dream of providing a dignified life to the oppressed minorities of Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan, said Yogi Adityanath.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XKbL1B

Delhi seeks Rs 5,000 crore from Centre to pay employees` salaries

Sisodia, who also holds finance portfolio, said the Delhi government required Rs 3,500 crore per month to pay salaries to its employees and meet office expenses. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36O0Urf

NCP chief Sharad Pawar meets CM Uddhav Thackeray on easing Maharashtra lockdown

According to reports, Pawar has been insisting on the resumption of economic activities in a phased manner and restarting of road transport within the state. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Xj6GhK

Unlock 1: Gujarat government eases curbs on shops, travel, banks starting Monday

The Gujarat government has announced relaxations in lockdown with efffect from Monday and decided to allow shops and businesses located outside the COVID-19 containment zones to operate without any restriction of the odd-even formula. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eBIIEc

Unlock 1: Delhi`s metros, malls prepare to open in Phase 3

The Centre may well be quite far from allowing the metro services and malls to resume operation, but the Delhi Metro is warming up with signal testing and trial runs with an aim to find a simple answer to - "how to maintain social distancing in a service that otherwise witnesses clogged coaches and swamped station premises." Meanwhile, malls in the NCR region, which will be allowed to open from June 8 in all the non-containment zones, also have started their plans. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eAH8SQ

Here`s why Delhi witnessed six earthquakes in the last two months

Dr Soumitra Mukherjee, Professor of Geology at Jawaharlal Nehru University over the topic, he said that there is no need to worry about it as these tremors occur every year but yes it is necessary to be vigilant. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cmW9WW

Unlock 1.0: Delhi`s metros, malls prepare to open in Phase 3

The Centre may well be quite far from allowing the metro services and malls to resume operation, but the Delhi Metro is warming up with signal testing and trial runs with an aim to find a simple answer to - "how to maintain social distancing in a service that otherwise witnesses clogged coaches and swamped station premises." Meanwhile, malls in the NCR region, which will be allowed to open from June 8 in all the non-containment zones, also have started their plans. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eB1onk

Namaste Trump event responsible for coronavirus COVID-19 crisis in Mumbai, Gujarat, Delhi: Sanjay Raut

In a bizarre claim,  Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said in his weekly column in Shiv Sena mouthpiece 'Saamana' that 'Namaste Trump' event held in Ahmedabad to welcome US President Donald Trump in February was responsible for the spread of coronavirus COVID-19 in Gujarat, Mumbai and Delhi. It is to be noted that some delegates of President Trump had visited these cities during the US president's visit. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cgBkfW

Fight against coronavirus COVID-19 is a long one, taking steps to help everyone, says PM Modi in Mann Ki Baat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation through Mann Ki Baat on Sunday (May 31) and said that the fight against coronavirus COVID-19 is a 'long one' and the Centre is taking all necessary steps to look into problems faced by the people of the country. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XJRbhR

India records highest single-day spike of 8,380 coronavirus COVID-19 cases; total death toll climbs to 5,164

India on Sunday (May 31, 2020) registered its highest single-day spike of COVID-19 cases with 8,380 new infections reported in the last 24 hours, taking the country's tally to 1,82,143, while the death toll rose to 5,164, according to the Union Health Ministry. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZTH24U

World No Tobacco Day: What is its theme, history and significance

World No Tobacco Day is observed every year on May 31 to spread awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco on health. The aim of this campaign is also to reduce the prevalence of the diseases and deaths due to the consumption of tobacco.  This year, the theme of the World no Tobacco Day is “Protecting youth from industry manipulation and preventing them from tobacco and nicotine use.” from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZU6DL0

Railways helping migrant workers reach their home state without any trouble: Railway Board chairman

Railway Board chairman Vinod Kumar Yadav on Friday (May 29) said that over 52 lakh labourers have traveled in Shramik Special Trains started from May 1 to take migrant workers to their home state. He also added that Indian Raliways have plied 3840 trains so far. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eAQtu1

Ahilyabai Holkar`s 295th birth anniversary: Interesting facts about `The Philosopher Queen`

Today (May 31) is the 295th birth anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar. Popularly known as ‘Maharani Ahilya Bai Holkar’, she is considered by many as one of the best warrior queens in Indian history. During her reign, the Maratha Malwa kingdom touched new heights of success and Ahilyabai Holkar is credited with the construction of several Hindu temples and dharma shala (public resthouse) across the country.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ewBbGH

Thunderstorms with gusty winds of 60 kmph lash parts of Bihar

Gusty wind with speed of 60 kilometer per hour with thunderstorms lashed Patna and few other districts of Bihar on Saturday evening (May 31, 2020) leading to the destruction of properties and waterlogging at several areas. The temperature of Patna also went down by 5 degrees celsius. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36LnTTT

Uttar Pradesh ATS, Punjab Police arrest wanted Khalistani terrorist in Meerut

In a joint operation, Punjab Police and Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) arrested a wanted Khalistani terrorist from Uttar Pradesh's Meerut on Saturday (May 30). According to police, the Khalistani terrorist identified as Tirath Singh is highly radicalised. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dhswaM

Over 52 lakh people have traveled in Shramik Special Trains since May 1: Railway Board chairman

Railway Board chairman Vinod Kumar Yadav on Friday (May 29) said that over 52 lakh labourers have traveled in Shramik Special Trains started from May 1 to take migrant workers to their home state. He also added that Indian Raliways have plied 3840 trains so far. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2MfIVk8

Rainfall lashes parts of Delhi-NCR, temperature dips

Rainfall lashed parts of Delhi-NCR in the early hours on Sunday (May 31, 2020). The rainfall caused waterlogging on roads in some areas. As per India Metrological Department (IMD), rainfall accompanied with thunderstorm will hit parts of Northeast Delhi, North East Delhi, South East Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida and Ghaziabad in the next two hours. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3gK6VtZ

PM Narendra Modi to address the nation through `Mann Ki Baat` at 11 am on May 31

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to address the nation through his ‘Mann ki Baat’ at 11 am on Sunday (May 31), the last day of the fourth phase of the nationwide lockdown imposed to curb the spread of coronavirus COVID-19 in India. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dkk9eL

Encounter underway between security forces, terrorists in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir

An encounter started between security forces and terrorists in Poshkreeri area of Anantnag in Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday (May 31) morning. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2MdRN9V

Madhya Pradesh to extend COVID-19 lockdown till June 15, says CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan

CM Chouhan also had a meeting with senior officials to review COVID-19 preparations and its current status in the state. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zNH978

NASA selects 3 Indian companies to make COVID-19 ventilators

The device, called VITAL (Ventilator Intervention Technology Accessible Locally), was developed by engineers at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in just 37 days.   from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36V0tvH

May everyone be happy, healthy: PM Narendra Modi wishes Kashmiri Pandits on Jyeshtha Ashtami

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (May 30) extended his greetings to the Kashmiri Pandit community on the occasion of Jyeshtha Ashtami. "Best wishes, especially to the Kashmiri Pandit community, on the very special occasion Jyeshtha Ashtami," he said in a Twitter post.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cgRfL2

Southwest monsoon has arrived in Kerala, announces Skymet; IMD differs

State-owned India Meteorological Department; however, stated that conditions are not yet ripe for the declaration of monsoon in the southern state. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dm6SCk

Bus carrying migrants from Kerala to Bengal overturns in Odisha`s Balasore

According to the police, as many as seven migrant labourers were injured in the mishap from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XJjvRl

Puri Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath, siblings likely to be held without devotees

The Ratha Yatra could be organised with minimum servitors and without devotees if the Odisha government granted permission for the 9-day sojourn of deities, said the Puri Gajapati after a meeting of Shree Jagannath Temple Managing Committee during the day. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ezfqpM

Pakistan`s ISI-backed spy network seeking information of defence installations busted in Mumbai

One arrest has been made in Mumbai and probe is underway to ascertain identities of more individuals who are involved and locations of other similar exchanges. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XLv4aC

Delhi and Hyderabad airports join hands with HOI App for contact-less shopping, food delivery

Despite rising cases of coronavirus infection in the country, the Centre has recently opened up airports for domestic travel to boost the aviation sector and to make things easier for air travellers, Delhi and Hyderabad airports have joined hands with HOI App for contact-less food delivery. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XHgRvj

Air India`s Delhi-Moscow flight faces technical problem mid-air, called back

 An Air India flight from Delhi to Moscow had to return midway on Saturday after the flight developed some technical problem mid-air. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2AjlpQK

Mother rat chases away snake to protect baby, video goes viral

At first it looks like an ordinary fight between the two animals. Until the viewer realises that the rodent was fighting the reptile to protect its little one.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36IHCnj

2 MEA staff test positive for COVID-19; all Foreign Ministry employees to self-quarantine

At least two employees serving at the headquarters of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) here have tested positive for the novel coronavirus following which all the staffers who came in contact with them were asked to go for self-quarantine for 14 days. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2BhJEzd

Thunderstorm in Uttar Pradesh`s Agra damages Taj Mahal`s marble railing

Agra was hit by a severe thunderstorm on Friday evening which caused minor damages to the Taj Mahal. The thunderstorm barrelled through the city, unleashing rain and windstorm. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZPnNct

Delhi can`t be under permanent lockdown; we are 4 steps ahead of coronavirus: CM Arvind Kejriwal

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, on Saturday, assured people of the national capital that his government is making every possible effort to reduce fatalities due to coronavirus infection. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Md3FJo

COVID-19 patients who undergo surgery at increased death risk: Lancet study

Patients undergoing surgery after contracting the novel coronavirus are at an increased risk of postoperative death, according to a new study published in The Lancet journal which may lead to better treatment guidelines for COVID-19. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cijTeW

Kerala`s free internet project to be commissioned in December: CM Vijayan

The Kerala government has announced that its ambitious Kerala Fibre Optic Network (K-FON) project, envisaged to provide free internet access to the poor, would be rolled out by December this year. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2MdbFdj

2 dead, 1 injured in three separate incidents at north east Delhi, police probe gangwar angle

A youth was shot dead by some miscreants on bike at ​​north east Delhi's Bhajanpura area on Friday (May 29, 2020), as the young man, identified as Haider, was being rushed to a hospital he succumbed to his injuries. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3gB8Lx1

Bombay High Court refuses to quash order banning over-the-counter liquor sale

The Bombay High Court refused to Quash the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) order prohibiting over-the-counter sale of liquor in the city, stating that it was the civic body's policy decision to do so amid the COVID-19 pandemic. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2MeCpua

PM Narendra Modi`s letter to nation on completing one year of second term: Full text here

On the completion on one year of the seocnd term in office, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote an open letter to the citizens on Saturday. He listed out some of the key achievements of his government like the abrogation of Article 370, settlement of the Ram Temple issue, criminalisation of Triple Talaq and the amendment to the Citizenship Act. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZMDAZL

India records highest single-day spike with 7,964 new coronavirus COVID-19 cases; death toll nears 5000 mark

With the biggest single-day jump of 7,964 cases and 265 deaths in the last 24 hours, the total number of coronavirus positive cases has reached 1,73,763, while the death toll mounted to 4,971, as per the latest data by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Saturday morning. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2M9pUzZ

What to expect from Lockdown 5.0: More flight, train operations, reopening of schools

India is likely to enter the fifth phase of lockdown with more concessions even as Union Home Minister Amit Shah held talks with the Chief Ministers of states in this regard. 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/2XG2Mys

Rajasthan government to release dates of pending class 10, 12 board exams soon

The Rajasthan government on Friday took the decision to conduct board examinations for various subjects of classes 10 and 12 which was earlier postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZTSZr5

PM Narendra Modi`s letter to nation; lists achievements, challenges faced by government in one year

PM Modi listed abrogation of Article 370, settlement of the Ram Temple issue, criminalisation of Triple Talaq and the amendment to the Citizenship Act among the key achievements during his second term. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZOPaU1

Seven Karnataka special trains ferry 10,954 migrants home

The special trains are being run following the Ministry of Home Affairs` permission for the movement of stranded migrant labourers, workers, students, tourists and others amid the COVID lockdown.   from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2MdLdAc

Astrologer Bejan Daruwalla dies of coronavirus COVID-19 complication in Ahmedabad

Famous Indian astrologer Bejan Daruwalla is no more. The man, whose astrological predictions were avidly followed by millions across the country, breathed his last on Friday (May 29) at a hospital in Ahmedabad. The astrologer reportedly died of coronavirus COVID-19 complications. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2BhrT37

Some people died during journey on Shramik Special trains: Railway Board chairman Vinod Kumar Yadav

Yadav said, "So far, more than 52 lakh labourers have traveled in Shramik Special Trains started from May 1 to take migrant workers to their home state," while adding that 3840 trains have run till date. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3chpUZ8

National Conference says won`t participate in J&K delimitation exercise

All five Lok Sabha MPs from Jammu and Kashmir -- three from the NC and two from the BJP -- have been nominated as "associate members" of the Delimitation Commission to assist the panel in redrawing parliamentary and assembly constituencies in the newly-created union territory. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TQdOQs

West Bengal to open all places of worship from June 1, says Mamata Banerjee

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee announced on Friday (May 29) that all places of worship will open in the state from Monday and not more than ten people will be allowed at time.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XJu6LU

Ajit Jogi: From bureaucrat to politician and Chhattisgarh`s first CM

After quitting the Congress party in 2016, Ajit Jogi formed Janata Congress Chhattisgarh (J) and played a crucial role in the state politics.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Xb8mtA

CBI files preliminary enquiry into cash transactions, foreign donations of Tablighi Jamaat

According to CBI sources, the agency has registered a PE against the organisers of Tablighi Jamaat and other unknown persons on a complaint alleging that the organisers and the trustees of the organisation were indulging into dubious foreign funding and cash transactions by illegal or unfair means. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XeZfrL

On World Hunger Day Akshaya Patra and Zee Media team up to tackle nutrition challenges

On World Hunger Day (May 28, 2020), Zee Media and Akshaya Patra joined hands to support millions of children and their families across India who continue to face hunger and inadequate nutrition due to COVID-19. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3gyyI0e

Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin attacked in Pakistan; ISI`s role suspected

According to sources, the attack on the Hizbul chief was planned by Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). While further update on his health is awaited, speculations are rife that the attack on the Hizbul chief is linked to the recent tiff between ISI and Salauddin. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZRITXJ

Bombay High Court orders gangster Arun Gawli to surrender within 5 days, refuses to extend his parole

Earlier, Arun Gawli's parole was first extended till May 10 and then it was further extended till May 24. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2MbVOfg

Indian Railways appeals to people with serious illness to avoid train travel

Indian Railways has made a fresh appeal to people with comorbidities, pregnant women and children below age of 10 and those aged above 65 to avoid train travel if they are suffering from any pre-existing health conditions. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ckJdRD

Delhi HC raps government as dead bodies of COVID-19 patients not being cremated

The Delhi High Court has taken suo motu cognizance of a news report that brought to light about coronavirus COVID-19 bodies being returned from Delhi's Nigambodh Ghat due to the lack of facilities at cremation grounds.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2AhBxSD

Forest fire triggers several landmine blasts along LoC in Jammu and Kashmir`s Balakote

According to reports, the fire was started by Pakistan on Thursday (May 28) evening at the Line of Control which gradually spread to Indian territory.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3etceMg

Amit Shah meets PM Modi; COVID-19 lockdown may be extended for 2 more weeks, says sources

Union Home Minister Amit Shah met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the PM's residence at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg on Friday (May 29, 2020). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2AgOPyM

Rajya Sabha official tests COVID-19 positive, two floors of Parliament Annexe building sealed

A Rajya Sabha Secretariat official tested positive for coronavirus on Friday, the fourth such case detected in the Parliament complex, news agency PTI quoted sources as saying. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2MlNk5n

Temple looted, sadhus attacked in Maharashtra`s Palghar, 1 accused held

In yet another incident of  attack on saints from Maharashtra's Palghar, on the wee hours of Thursday (May 28, 2020) three unidentified men barged into Jagrut Mahadev Mandir and Ashram at Balivali in Vasai, Palghar District, attacked the temple’s priests and fled with valuables worth Rs. 6,800. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3exYTm2

With 1,65,799 COVID-19 cases, India now ninth-worst hit country in world

The number of COVID-19 cases in India has climbed to 1,65,799 on Friday, making it the world's ninth worst-hit country by the coronavirus pandemic. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3desf8v

Wife immolates self after husband refuses to buy smart phone in Delhi

A woman set herself on fire after a quarrel with her husband over buying a smart phone in ​​Delhi's Maidangadi area. The incident had occurred on May 27, the woman succumbed to her injuries at the hospital on Thursday.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Xa2Mrf

No talks between PM Narendra Modi, US President Donald Trump on India-China face-off: Sources

A day after US President Donald Trump said that he spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi was that he is not in a good mood over border issues with China, sources claim that there has been no recent contact between President Trump and PM Modi. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dhThMk

Shiv Sena attacks PM Narendra Modi over present crisis with China, says Trump’s offer of mediation is `ridiculous`

Maharashtra’s ruling party Shiv Sena has yet again made a blistering attack on Prime Minister Modi for his past bonhomie with the Chinese President Xi Jinping, saying it was presumed that the two leaders swinging a swing will result in reducing tension at the Indo-China border but that has not happened. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3gy5jmY

Delhi University UG Admission 2020: DU releases tentative admission schedule

The Delhi University released its online admission schedule for various Uner Graduate (UG) courses, the online portal for registration will open on June 8 at 10 am. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TOMuCi

India criticises Pakistan for `absurd` comment on start of Ram Temple construction

After the Pakistan Foreign Office alleged that the Narendra Modi-led government in India was advancing its Hindutva agenda by commencing the construction of Ram Temple in Ayodhya amid the coronavirus pandemic, it has come under sharp criticism from India. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36HvWkx

CBI to probe Nizamuddin Markaz chief Maulana Saad in foreign funding matter

In fresh trouble for Tablighi Jamaat chief Maulana Saad, the CBI is conducting investigations in matters related to foreign funding and probable Hawala links.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cjh8Ks

CBI to probe Maulana Saad and Nizamuddin Markaz in foreign funding matters

In fresh trouble for Tablighi Jamaat chief Maulana Saad, the CBI is conducting investigations in matters related to foreign funding and probable Hawala links.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XDHMIx

Pakistan-trained terrorists planning terror attacks in J&K, warn intelligence sources

Intelligence sources have warned that Pakistan-trained terrorists are planning to carry out terror attacks in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir in the days to come. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zwqCEO

West Bengal to experience rain, squally wind in next two days: MeT department

Other districts in Gangetic West Bengal are also likely to be affected by rain or thundershowers during the next two days, it said. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2X8PsTU

Mumbai likely to experience pre-monsoon rains on June 2-4

The cyclonic circulation is likely to develop over the Southwest Arabian sea and adjoining areas around May 31, but Mumbai would remain unaffected by this and it would rain by the coast, said the IMD. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36EAM2b

2.5 magnitude low-intensity earthquake jolts Faridabad, tremors felt in Delhi

A low-intensity earthquake jolted Haryana’s Faridabad, neighbouring Delhi, on Thursday. The low-intensity earthquake measured 2.5 magnitude on the Richter Scale with its epicentre in Nacholi in Faridabad. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Bbm5rJ

IIT Delhi projects on COVID-19 tests receive financial support from Microsoft

Two projects developed by the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT - Delhi) to combat the coronavirus infection have received financial support from Microsoft India. The two IIT Delhi projects are the PCR-based COVID-19 detection assay and ELISA based diagnostic serological assay against COVID-19. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3gxkhcE

NCP chief Sharad Pawar writes to PM Narendra Modi over ‘complete breakdown’ in real estate sector

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressing concerns over complete breakdown in the real estate sector due to several restrictions and ongoing lockdown over coronavirus pandemic. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XaK2rE

Monsoon likely to hit Kerala on June 1, says India Meteorological Department

The southwest Monsoon advances further into some parts of Maldives-Comorin area, some more parts of south Bay of Bengal, remaining parts of Andaman Sea and Andaman and the Nicobar Islands, said the IMD. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3c6PIY5

Delhi government justifies levying Corona fee on liquor in High Court, seeks dismissal of plea

The Delhi government's reply said that citizens have no fundamental right to liquor trade or business or even to consume liquor, while the state has the right to regulate each of these.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36AUZGd

Sonia Gandhi targets Narendra Modi government over migrants, demands Centre give them Rs 7,500 for next six months

Interim Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Thursday targeted the Narendra Modi government for not addressing the issues concerning the migrant workers and demanded that the Centre should provide Rs 7,500 to every needy of the country for next six months. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2M9EuHq

Delhi High Court disposes off two petitions filed by Tablighi Jamaat counsel

In a blow to Tablighi Jamaat atendees, the Delhi High Court on Thursday (May 28, 2020) disposed off two petitions filed by the by the counsel representing Tablighi Jamaat. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XBoe7z

PM Narendra Modi reviews power sector, says state-specific solutions needed

Instead of going for a one-size-fits-all formula, the Power Ministry should put in place state-specific solutions to help states improve their performance in the sector, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Aj1Yri

Private players welcome in India’s space journey but ISRO needs an organizational revamp to focus on R&D

In a recent press conference, India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitaraman announced that the private sector will be a co-traveller in India’s Space journey. The announcement was made as a part of Policy reforms to fast-track Investment effort towards Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-reliant India). But beyond the participation of private players and industry partners, ISRO needs much more impetus from within and outside in order to establish itself as a big player in the highly-competitive 21st century Global market.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yJbDqC

Hizbul Mujahideen, Jaish-e-Mohammad wanted to carry out 2019-type attack in Pulwama: Jammu and Kashmir police

Hours after the personnel of the bomb disposal squad successfully defused an improvised explosive device (IED) planted inside a Santro car in Jammu Kashmir's Pulwama, Vijay Kumar, IG Police Jammu and Kashmir said that the occupant of the car identified as Adil is a Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist, who is also in touch with another terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dbSRXF

VP Venkaiah Naidu, PM Narendra Modi pay tribute to freedom fighter Vinayak Damodar Savarkar on his birth anniversary

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid tributes to freedom fighter and Hindutva ideologue Vinayak Damodar Savarkar on his birth anniversary, saying he motivated several people to join the freedom struggle. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3d84yyQ

3-year-old boy who fell into borewell found dead in Telangana

A three-year-old boy who accidentally fell into a newly drilled open borewell in Telangana's Medak district was found dead in the early hours of Thursday, police said. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZJ24Tz

Locust swarms arrive in India for summer breeding; Delhi, UP put on alert

As swarms of locusts make their way to India for the breeding season in summer, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh have been put on high alert. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dlLxsw

India records 6,566 cases, 194 deaths in 24 hours; second highest death count since May 5

India recorded as many as 6,566 new cases and 194 deaths in the last 24 hours taking its total to 1,58,333 infections while the recovery rate is at 42.75 %. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3c8SA6A

Major car-borne IED attack averted by security forces in Jammu and Kashmir`s Pulwama

In a major development, an improvised explosive device (IED) was recovered from a Santro car in Ayengund area of Rajpora in South Kashmir’s Pulwama district on Thursday but the IED was defused successfully by the personnel of the bomb disposal squad. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2M4tVpd

Light rains likely over Delhi, Haryana and some parts in Uttar Pradesh: IMD

In a respite from the severe heat wave conditions which persists over north India, light rains over a few places of West Delhi, Rohtak, Kosli, Hodal, Palwal, Manesar, Rewari, Sohana, Nuh, Bhiwadi, Etah, Moradabad, Amroha are predicted during the next two hour. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3gtDGet

Telangana relaxes lockdown rules, allows shops except in malls to open

The Telangana government has decided to open all shops in Hyderabad except the ones in malls from Thursday (May 28). The decision was taken after large crowds were witnessed at shops. The government has urged the customers and shop owners to follow the COVID-19 guidelines strictly. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3grJBRj

Godman Daati Maharaj arrested for violating coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown rules, granted bail after questioning

Self-styled godman Daati Maharaj was arrested on Wednesday (May 27) for violating the coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown rules by organising a religious ceremony at a temple in Delhi on May 22 but he was granted bail after few hours of questioning. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yDf9Te

Heart-breaking video of toddler trying to wake up dead mother at Bihar`s Muzaffarpur railway station

The woman, a resident of Katihar, was already ill for the past one year and her condition suddenly deteriorated inside the train and on Monday (May 25) at around 12 noon the woman died in the train.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cb0CMa

Super 30 founder Anand Kumar offers free IIT-JEE coaching to ‘cycle girl’ Jyoti Kumari

Well-known mathematician and Super 30 founder Anand Kumar has offered free IIT-JEE entrance exam coaching to ‘bicycle girl’ Jyoti Kumari, who has been receiving lots of accolades for cycling around 1200 km carrying her injured father from Gurugram to Bihar’s Darbhanga during the coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TLN6bF

3543 Shramik Special trains transported 48 lakh passengers to their home states in 26 days: Indian Railways

In addition to Shramik specials, Railways are also running 15 pairs of special trains connecting New Delhi and plans to start 200 more timetabled trains on 1st June. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2X60IjV

Delhi High Court issues notice to Centre, AAP government on functioning of COVID-19 helpline numbers

Appearing for the Delhi government, advocate Rahul Mehra told the court that the helpline numbers were found not to be functioning efficiently, therefore, instructions have been issued to set the system in order.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zAJgez

Elephant and Dragon can dance together, says China amid face-off with India

Earlier on Wednesday, the Chinese Foreign Ministry in its daily presser said that the current situation on China-India border is generally stable and controllable. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2AfLe3S

Congress urges government to take nation into confidence on India-China face-off in east Ladakh

Earlier in the day, Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said that no one can threaten Narendra Modi`s India.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZH6bzx

Horse in Jammu becomes first animal to be put under quarantine after it travelled through COVID-19 red zone

Reportedly, the horse and the horserider travelled around 125 kms via Mughal Road and passed through the Shopian district, which has been declared as the COVID-19 red zone. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dk3jwF

CBSE students allowed to take board exams in their home districts: HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank

Union HRD Minister Dr Ramesh Pokhriyal on Thursday said that the Class 10, 12 students who have moved to different states or districts during the coronavirus lockdown can appear for their pending board examinations there. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yB3VyA

ICMR urges private labs to reduce coronavirus testing price

The Indian Council of Medical Research has appealed to the private labs to reduce the price for conducting the test for the diagnosis of COVID-19 infection. Importantly, the ICM has made a similar appeal to all states and Union Territories calling for reducing the price for conducting the COVID-19 test. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36ycRRW

Actor Sonu Sood gets Maharashtra Governor`s appreciation for helping migrant workers

Sood facilitated several buses for workers stuck in Mumbai due to the nationwide lockdown and got them transported to far off states such as Karnataka, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZGkNz7

Airports handle 62,641 flyers on second day of resumption of flights after lockdown

The operations in Andhra Pradesh started yesterday (May 26) whereas, West Bengal will restart passenger flight operations from May 28. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZF04LZ

Mosques, Churches likely to open along with temples from June 1: Karnataka CM B S Yediyurappa

The Chief Minister also said he has written to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi on reopening of hotels in the state. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LZdfzx

After Congress isn`t key decision-maker in Maharashtra remarks, Rahul Gandhi dials CM Uddhav Thackeray

A day after Rahul Gandhi sparked a political storm by saying that the Congress was only playing a supporting role in Maharashtra coalition goverment, the former Congress president talked to Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on phone on Wednesday (May 27) and assures his party's full support to Shiv Sena-Congress-NCP government. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZFWpgV

In a first, TDP organises digital political conclave `Mahanadu`; 25,000 delegates to participate

The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) became the first political party in India to organised a digital political conclave amid the COVID-19 lockdown. The conclave called ''Mahanadu'' which will be organised for two days starting from May 27. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2X3TFZ6

No one can threaten Narendra Modi government: Ravi Shankar Prasad on face-off with China

Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Wednesday said that “no one can threaten Narendra Modi government’’ while referring to reports about Chinese President Xi Jinping asking the country’s armed forces to be prepared for war. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2M7HHqZ

IAF inducts Tejas into 18 Squadron, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria flies fighter

The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Wednesday (May 27, 2020) operationalised its no.18 Squadron, the "Flying Bullets", at  at Sulur airbase in Tamil Nadu's Coimbatore, equipping it with the fourth generation Mk1 LCA (Light Combat Aircraft) Tejas. Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria flew the single-seater Light Combat Aircraft Tejas fighter with 45 Squadron. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LYehvH

Attention students, tweets HRD Minister, to make major announcement for students this evening

Union HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' on Wednesday said that a major announcement will be made this evening regarding the students who are currently not in the same district as their board examination centre. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2X4FlzH

Over two lakh people affected by flood in Assam; seven districts affected

The first wave of flash flood triggered Assam on Tuesday (May 26, 2020) affecting around two lakh people and seven districts in the state. Nearly, 9,000 villagers have been shifted to 35 relief camps. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3epMfVM

Rajasthan`s Churu sizzles at 50 degrees Celsius, tops list of 15 hottest cities in world

With heatwave conditions intensifying in the country, Rajasthan's Churu recorded the country’s highest temperature of 50 degrees Celsius on Tuesday. Churu, which is also known as the gateway to the Thar desert, was also the hottest place on earth in the past 24 hours at 50°Celsius.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2A6FUjn

LCA Tejas to join IAF 18 Squadron today at Tamil Nadu`s Sulur airbase

The No 18 Squadron, formed in 1965 with the motto "Teevra aur Nirbhaya" meaning "Swift and Fearless," was earlier flying MiG 27 aircraft.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3c7mtnI

6387 new coronavirus cases and 170 deaths in past 24 hours: India’s COVID-19 tally reaches 1,51,767

With 6387 new coronavirus cases and 170 deaths in the past 24 hours, India’s COVID-19 tally reached 1,51,767 on Wednesday, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Affairs. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yB0Het

Bihar Board class 10th Result 2020: `Toppers factory` Simultala School fails to score a hat-trick

 Bihar School Examination Committee (BSEB) declared the class 10th 2020 result on Tuesday in which a total of 80.59 percent students passed the examination. Education Minister Krishnanandan Verma announced the result at 12.30 pm.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2X53juA

Kolkata`s College Street, one of the largest book markets in India, ravaged by cyclone Amphan reopens

India’s one of the largest book markets - College Street in Kolkata opens today only to witness trail of devastation left behind Cyclone Amphan. College Street - popularly known as ‘Boi Para’ in Kolkata is home to small, big book stores and roadside stalls selling new, old, second hand and rare collection of books.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZI4mCm

Locusts attack threatens summer crop in India, farmers across several states fear massive losses

At a time when the country is struggling with the spread of deadly coronavirus, the attack of locusts in many states has bought nightmares to the farmers.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2X4W8Tl

Locusts attack raises fear in farmers as summer crops get largely affected in India

At a time when the country is struggling with the spread of deadly coronavirus, the attack of locusts in many states has bought nightmares to the farmers.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2X2owFy

IMD issues red alert for Assam, Meghalaya, predicts very heavy rainfall from May 26-28

The IMD said rainfall is likely at most places, with heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected at isolated places. A few isolated will also receive extremely heavy falls. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TUTKfZ

West Bengal issues guidelines for air travel as domestic flights resume services from May 28

All passengers are required to submit filled-up self-declaration form at the time of arrival, said the advisory issued by the government. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zwKYNV

Bihar board declares class 10th 2020 result; 80.59 percent students pass

The  Bihar School Education Board (BSEB) declared the Class 10th or matric exam 2020 result on Tuesday at 12.30 pm. 80.59 percent students passed the 1oth board exams this year. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TBq1rV

Locust army enters Maharahstra, 4-5 villages in Vidarbha region come under attack

Primary reports indicated that in the last couple of days, four to five villages in the Vidarbha region have come under attack from the locusts, known for feasting on all sorts of plants and standing crops. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bY8bWt

Delhi Police to file chargesheet against 83 foreign visitors who attended Tablighi Jamaat Markaz event

The police will file the chargesheet at Delhi's Saket court, naming at least 83 foreign nationals who attended the Markaz event. Among these, 10 belong to Saudi Arabia and 8 from Brazil.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36ufkwI

Nitin Gadkari lauds BRO for `extraordinary feat` in Chardham project

Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways of India Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday (May 26,2020) lauded the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) for constructing a 440-metre long tunnel below the busy Chamba town on Rishikesh-Dharasu road Highway(NH 94) and congratulated the team for the effort. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2X0UwcX

Bihar Board class 10th result 2020 declared, check biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in, onlinebseb.in, bsebresult.online, bsebonline.org, biharboard.online

The Bihar Board Class 10 results 2020 was declared by Bihar School Education Board (BSEB), Patna at 12.30 pm on Tuesday (May 26). The Class 10 result is available online at at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in, onlinebseb.in, bsebresult.online, bsebonline.org, and biharboard.online. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zuFRxT

Bihar Board class 10th result 2020: Websites down minutes before declaration of result

30 pm on Tuesday (May 26) but the websites where results are going to be announced went down few minutes before the declaration of results.  The Class 10 result will be available online at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in, onlinebseb.in, bsebresult.online, bsebonline.org, and biharboard.online. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36tI2xI

Bihar Board class 10th result 2020 now at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in

The Bihar Board Class 10 results 2020 will be declared now by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB). The Bihar Board Class 10 examination 2020 was held between February 17 and February 24, and the evaluation process commenced on May 6 and concluded last week. The Class 10 result will be declared at 12.30 pm at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in and biharboard-ac-in. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2B31UMz

Bihar Board to declare class 10th result 2020 in few minutes at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) 10th Result 2020 would be announced in a few minutes on the official website biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in and other official website like onlinebseb.in, biharboardonline.com, biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in, biharboard.online, biharboard.ac.in. As per the announcement the BSEB will declare the result at 12.30 pm. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LZV1Os

Andhra Pradesh resume domestic flight services from May 26

After almost two months of COVID-19 induced lockdown, domestic flight operations resumed in Andhra Pradesh as the first Spicejet plane from Bengaluru landed at Vijayawada airport early Tuesday with 79 passengers. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3c9ieZa

Bihar Board class 10th result 2020 to be announced soon at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in

The Bihar Board Class 10 results 2020 will be declared by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) soon. The BSEB is scheduled to announce the Class 10 results at 12.30 pm on the official websites - biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in and biharboard-ac-in. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TAiXvO

Bihar Board class 10th result 2020 to be announced in a few hours at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) 10th Result 2020 would be announced in a few hours on the official website biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in and other official website biharboard.ac.in. The BSEB will declare the result at 12.30 pm . from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TEQF3d

Cyclone Amphan comes as blessing in disguise for lockdown-hit jobless labourers, electricians in West Bengal

Bengali proverb 'Karor poush mash toh karor sorbonash' (Someone's loss is someone else's gain) has taken a literal meaning in cyclone-ravaged West Bengal. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3df2F36

FIR against Congress leader Alka Lamba for indecent remarks against PM Modi, UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath

In a major trouble for Congress leader Alka Lamba, an FIR was registered against her at Lucknow's Hazratganj police station for her incedent remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LZftyJ

Coalition government stable, says Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut after CM Uddhav Thackeray, Sharad Pawar meet

A day after Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray met NCP chief Sharad Pawar amid reports of a rift between the state's ruling coalition over the handling of the coronavirus COVID-19 crisis, Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut on Tuesday (May 26) said that there was "no need to worry about the stability of the government". from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Tyzm3Z

Indian Army Major Suman Gawani, Brazilian Navy officer share UN military gender award for women peacekeepers

An Indian Army officer Major Suman Gawani  and a Brazilian woman Commander Monteiro de Castro Araujo have been selected for the prestigious United Nations Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award (2019). The woman peacekeeper were described as "powerful role models" by the UN Chief Antonio Guterres. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3d3NnhO

Kerala HC dismisses plea challenging state`s decision to hold SSLC, plus two exams from May 26

Kerala High Court on Monday (May 25) dismissed a plea challenging the state government's decision to conduct the Secondary School Leaving Certificate and Plus Two examinations from Tuesday (May 26) despite the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zuWCJk

Vande Bharat Mission: 833 stranded Indians brought home in four flights on May 25

Over 800 Indian citizens stranded abroad were repatriated on four flights from Doha, San Francisco, Melbourne and Sydney on Monday under the Vande Bharat Mission, said Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bZIrsR

Bihar Board class 10th result 2020 to be released today at 12.30 pm; know the process to check result

Bihar 10th Result 2020 date has been confirmed by the board. Bihar 10th Result 2020 would be released today on biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in and on onlinebseb.in websites from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3gwURvY

Delhi government issues new guidelines for domestic travel. Here`s the detail

Delhi’s directorate general of health services on Monday passed an order issuing guidelines for domestic travel via flights, buses or trains for passengers. In its order, the officials concerned have been asked to ensure compliance of guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, in “letter and spirit”. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3c09HHS

Major fire breaks out at slum in Delhi`s Tughlakabad, over 1,000 shanties gutted

A major fire broke out in the slums of Delhi's Tughlakabad area at around 1 AM on Tuesday (May 26) gutting around 1,000 shanties. At least 30 fire tenders were rushed to the spot to control the raging inferno. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3gqQMcK

Relief from scorching heat coming, IMD predicts dust, thunderstorm on May 29-30

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted on Monday (May 25) that dust and thunderstorms are likely over different parts of north India on May 29-30, bringing relief from the scorching temperature. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XyfTBs

Ghaziabad reseals Delhi border amid spike in coronavirus COVID-19 cases

Worried over the rising number of coronvirus COVID-19 cases in the national capital, Ghaziabad has decided to reseal its border with Delhi effective Tuesday (May 26, 2020). The decision was taken by the district magistrate on Monday.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZLidIn

MNS chief Raj Thackeray hits back at UP CM Yogi Adityanath over `seek permission for migrant workers` remark

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray hit out at Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath saying labourers will have to seek permission from his party, Maharashtra government and the state police if they wish to work there.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XsRs8I

Bihar Board Class 10th Result 2020 to be declared soon at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in

The students would also be able to check their results through SMS. They just need to type - BSEB10 -space- ROLL NUMBER and send it to 56263. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TxlWFi

Situation in Delhi under control after COVID-19 lockdown 4; we are prepared to handle surge: CM Arvind Kejriwal

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday (May 25, 2020) said that the situation in the national capital is under control and his government is ready to deal with any kind of situation that comes in front of them. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3gjs4KZ

Health Ministry vows to ensure quality of PPEs, says over 3 lakh kits being manufactured everyday

The statement comes in the wake of some new reports expressing concern about the quality of personal protective equipment (PPE) coveralls.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XoYM5i

Situation in Delhi under control after COVID-19 lockdown 4; govt prepared to handle surge: Arvind Kejriwal

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday (May 25, 2020) said that the situation in the national capital is under control and his government is ready to deal with any kind of situation that comes in front of them. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ejNkyK

Large number of flights cancelled nationwide on first day as services resume after 2 months

The first flight took off from Delhi for Pune at 4.45 am while the first flight departed from Mumbai to Patna at 6.45 am. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ej1HD4

Ceasefire in Afghanistan on Eid-ul-Fitr: India hopes `it will be extended further`

 The Taliban and President Ghani had announced a three-day ceasefire ahead of Eid on Saturday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3c0HxMO

Passports of Tablighi Jamaat chief Maulana Saad`s 5 close associates seized; charge sheet to be filed against 916 foreign Tablighi Jamaat members

If the sources in the Crime Branch are to be believed, these five persons are very close to Maulana Saad, who reportedly included them in his key decisions related to Markaz. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36sFShI

Heatwave to intensify in Northern India; temperature to cross 45 degrees in Delhi

The Northern part of India will continue to feel the scorching sun till May 29 as the temperature is likely to be above 45 degrees Celsius for the next few days, said the India Meteorological Department (IMD). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eeziOx

Two terrorists killed in Kulgam encounter, operation continues: IG Kashmir

The militants were asked to surrender, but they opened fire on the security forces which retaliated, and two terrorists were killed in the encounter. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3c1Vv0M

Rash Behari Bose 134th birth anniversary today: A brief history of his life and time

Rash Behari Bose played a key role in the attempted assassination on the British Viceroy, Lord Hardinge. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zvk498

With 6977 new COVID-19 cases in last 24 hours, India records highest 1-day spike for 4th consecutive day

 India on Monday (May 25, 2020) reported another highest single-day spike for the fourth consecutive day with 6,977 new cases of the coronavirus disease reported in the last 24 hours, taking the infection tally to 1.31 lakh. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2AYSTUN

Jammu and Kashmir: Encounter breaks out between terrorists, security forces in Kulgam district

Soon after being trapped, the militants were asked to surrender, but they opened fire, which was retaliated, triggering an encounter, said the police official. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2B1PggZ

Twitter war: Piyush Goyal takes dig at Uddhav Thackeray for blaming Indian Railways on Shramik trains

 Hours after Shiv Sena govt gave statements blaming Indian Railways for not providing Maharashtra with the required number of trains, railway minister Piyush Goyal decided to reply to Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray through Twitter, demanding "required information" about Monday's planned 125 trains from the state. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3egY3ts

Bihar Board Class 10th Result 2020 at biharboard.ac.in and biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in; BSEB to ensure error-free result

Amid over two-month-long COVID-19 lockdown, the BSEB has taken every precaution to announce the results after requisite verification of topper students. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3glt5T2

Kerala man held for allegedly using cobra to kill wife

In a chilling plot, a man allegedly killed his 25-year old wife by letting a cobra bite her in her sleep near here early this month with police cracking it following suspicions raised by her family as it was the second time she suffered a snake attack in three months. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XotMCs

Kerala man kills wife using snake to bite her, arrested

Parents of the woman had approached the police saying there was something suspicious about the death of their daughter on May 7 as barely a couple of months ago she had survived a snake bite. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bZuk6X

Eid Mubarak: PM Narendra Modi extends greetings on Eid-ul-Fitr; Jama Masjid remains closed for devotees amid COVID-19 lockdown

Earlier on Sunday, prominent Muslim clerics in Delhi appealed to people to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on Monday adhering to social distancing and lockdown norms in view of the coronavirus pandemic. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3e9K4Wm

Rafale fighters to IAF will not be delayed, France assures India

The aircraft is capable of carrying a range of potent weapons. European missile maker MBDA's Meteor beyond visual range air-to-air missile and Scalp cruise missile will be the mainstay of the weapons package of the Rafale jets. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36qEuwl

There will be no delay in supply of Rafale jets to India, says France

The aircraft is capable of carrying a range of potent weapons. European missile maker MBDA's Meteor beyond visual range air-to-air missile and Scalp cruise missile will be the mainstay of the weapons package of the Rafale jets. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2A4JBGo

Mumbai airport to commence domestic ops from May 26 with 50 flights: Operator

The operator of the Mumbai international airport said on Sunday it will resume commercial passenger services on domestic routes from May 25 with 25 departures and arrivals each. Prior to the suspension of passenger flight services on March 25 in the wake of nationwide lockdown to combat the coronavirus pandemic, the AAI-GVK group-run airport had been operating over 1,000 daily flights (arrivals and departures), including on international routes. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zrr1YY

Domestic flights resume on May 25 after two months of COVID-19 lockdown: Delhi`s first departure to Pune

The first domestic passenger flight to arrive at Delhi airport today would reportedly be from Ahmedabad and it is of SpiceJet.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bYJDNf

Maruti Suzuki employee tests positive for coronavirus

The employee last worked at the plant on May 15 after which his residence came into a containment zone and he did not join work thereafter. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2A84aBS

22-year-old killed for provocative WhatsApp status message in Pune

The Wadgaon Maval police station official said the accused and the deceased have previous enmity. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TzZzPB

Chhattisgarh`s Bodhghat irrigation project gets Centre`s nod

The Centre has given its in-principle consent to carry forward the work of the long- pending Bodhghat multipurpose irrigation project in Chhattisgarh, a state government official said on Sunday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36xwiu7

After flak from Oppn, Uttar Pradesh withdraws ban on phones in COVID-19 wards

After facing flak from the Opposition over its controversial order banning mobile phones usage by coronavirus COVID-19 patients inside isolation ward of COVID-19 hospitals in the state, the Uttar Pradesh government led by Yogi Adityanath on Sunday (May 24) withdrew the ban.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3gcycox

Jharkhand Congress MLA Rajendra Prasad Singh dies aged 75

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi expressed grief. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LVHWp6

Uttar Pradesh issues guidelines for passengers as domestic flights resume from May 25

As domestic flights have been permitted with some special instructions to be followed, the Uttar Pradesh government issued a set of guidelines to be followed by passengers travelling to the state. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3efWdcw

IMD predicts heatwave, issued red alert for north India; rains likely after May 28

This season, the temperatures did not rise the way it usually does in the north and central India because of significant rainfall activity during April that continued till mid-May.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XmEWHG

One person arrested from Telangana for strangling two sadhus to death in Nanded

Hours after two seers (sadhus) were found strangled to death in Maharashtra's Nanded, the police have arrested a person Sainath Shingade from Telangana in the case. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LTxsqv

Sex on false promise of marriage not rape: Orissa High Court

The case related to the arrest of a student from Koraput district of Odisha under rape charges on a complaint by a 19-year-old tribal woman in November last year.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZttigZ

Need time to restore air travel, lockdown may extend beyond May 31 in Maharashtra, says Uddhav Thackeray

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday (May 24) held an online briefing on the prevailing situation on coronavirus in the state and said he is anticipating more cases and that the fight against COVID-19 is going to be a tougher one.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3d25SmA

Major Indian states seek delay in restarting flights as coronavirus COVID-19 cases rise

India registered 6,767 new cases of the novel coronavirus on Sunday, the country`s biggest 24 hour jump yet, taking the total to over 131,000. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LTVMIz

After Palghar, two sadhus strangled to death inside ashram in Maharashtra`s Nanded

A body of a seer (sadhu) was found inside his ashram in Maharashtra's Nanded late on Saturday night, news agency ANI reported. The deceased sadhu has been identified as Balbrahmachari Shivacharya and his body was found at his ashram in Nanded’s Umri Taluka late last night. Notably, the police also found another body, said to be of his accomplice Bhagwan Shinde from the spot.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bZ0rng

AgustaWestland: Delhi court allows ED to interrogate Christian Michel in jail for 2 days

A Delhi court has allowed the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to interrogate Christian Michel, in the Rs 3,600 crore AgustaWestland VVIP chopper deal, for two days in Tihar jail. Michel was extradited from Dubai last year and is currently lodged in Tihar Jail  in connection with alleged irregularities in the chopper deal. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TzONZI

Shiv Sena attacks BJP on migrants` issue, compares UP CM Yogi Adityanath to Adolf Hitler

Maharashtra ruling party Shiv Sena on Sunday (May 24) continued its attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over migrant workers' crisis and  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LW3a6c

Gaganyaan trainees resume astronaut training in Moscow

The four cosmonauts shortlisted for Gaganyaan, India's first manned space mission, have resumed their training in Russia after it was put on hold due to Covid-19 scare. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZIKFKX

Ruckus over food packets; social distancing norms flouted in Mangalore-Lucknow Shramik Special Train

Passengers alleged that Railway police were sending more people in the compartment and social distancing norms were violated inside the train. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LU1dr5

Indian Army rejects reports about patrol party being detained by Chinese forces in Ladakh

Rejecting reports about the detention of a joint patrol party detained by Chinese forces in Ladakh, the Indian Army on Sunday said that these were "inaccurate". from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eeMu69

Domestic flight services to resume from May 25; SOP and precautions for air travellers

As announced by the Union Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri,  domestic flight services will resume from Monday (May 25, 2020) as part of the Centre's efforts to gradually open the air travel for the public that was halted two months ago on account of a lockdown imposed to stop the spread of the coronavirus disease (Covid-19). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3gkVk43

RML hospital Dean tests positive for coronavirus COVID-19

The Dean of the Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital in Delhi has tested positive for the highly contagious novel coronavirus disease, a hospital source told IANS on Sunday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2WYzmMU

India records highest-single day spike with 6,767 new COVID-19 cases in past 24 hours

India on Sunday reported another highest single-day spike with 6,767 new cases of the coronavirus disease in the last 24 hours, taking the infection tally to 1.31 lakh. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36rUJsW

Two Telangana MLAs booked under SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act

 Ibrahimpatnam MLA Manchireddy Kishan Reddy of TRS was booked for allegedly attacking and abusing a Dalit public representative of BJP, Malakpet MLA Ahmed Balala belonging to AIMIM was booked for using abusive language against a BJP leader. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZuvTHg

J&K, Kerala to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr today; rest of India on Monday

In Kerala, clerics had Friday said that Eid will be celebrated on Sunday. Bukhari also appealed to people to offer Eid namaz at their homes. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LZNyi1

Tension mounts in Ladakh as China brings in more troops; India maintains aggressive posturing

The Chinese military is fast increasing its troops in areas around Pangong Tso lake and Galwan Valley along the Line of Actual Control in Ladakh, sending a clear signal that it was not ready to end its confrontation with the Indian Army anytime soon, people familiar with the situation in the disputed region said on Saturday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3go4Dk3

India aims to start international flights by mid-June or July amid COVID-19 pandemic

Speaking to reporters Union Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri asserted that India will try to start a good percentage of international flights before August, if not the entire civil aviation. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2A4AtkO

Churu SHO death case: Two suicide notes found, WhatsApp chat reveals cop was under stress

According to preliminary information, Bishnoi was investigating a murder case in the area till Friday night. Later, he reached his official accommodation and committed suicide. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2WTA2Tv

Muslims help perform last rites of Kashmiri Pandit in Jammu and Kashmir`s Tral

According to details, as soon as the news of the death of 95-year-old Jagan Nath Bhat from Tral on Saturday spread, members of Muslim community came together to help in performing his last rites. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZwhpH8

Delhi`s coronavirus COVID-19 death toll rises to 231; 591 new cases

The novel coronavirus death toll in Delhi rose to 231 on Saturday, while the number of infections climbed to 12,910 with 591 new cases, authorities said. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2WWFZ1X

Heat wave in parts of Delhi, mercury likely to touch 46 degrees celsius-mark

Delhi on Saturday (May 23, 2020) recorded the hottest day with temperature crossing 45-degree celsius-mark as per the India Meteorological Department. The weather department also predicted that the temperature may go upto 46 degrees celsius and there will be no rain in the Delhi-NCR region until May 28.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2WUykBd

Railways left red faced as Gorakhpur-bound Shramik train reaches Rourkela

The Indian Railways was left red faced on Saturday after a Shramik Special train which started its journey from Mumbai for Gorakhpur on May 21 reached Odisha`s Rourkela without intimating the passengers about the change in the route. The plight of the people on board the train came to the fore after the passengers shared their video on Twitter. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TtQyr5

Domestic flight services to resume from May 25, Aarogya Setu App mandatory for air travellers

India will resume domestic flight services from May 25 as part of the Centre's gradual reboot of air travel that was halted two months ago on account of a lockdown imposed to stop the spread of the coronavirus disease (Covid-19). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yrNlkN

Uttar Pradesh`s Gorakhnath temple boundary wall, shops demolished for road widening

The shops in the temple complex were coming in the way of widening of road that leads from Mohaddipur to Jungle Kaudia in Gorakhpur. The road is being converted into a 17 kilometres long four-lane road to ease traffic bottlenecks. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36qEvQP

SHO commits suicide in Churu; body found hanging inside quarter

Senior officers including Churu Superintendent of Police Tejaswani Gautam have reached the spot and the matter is being probed. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36AdFpD

Five more bodies recovered from well in Telangana; family toll rises to 6

A day after a 48-year old man, a worker of a gunny bag stitching unit, and three other members of his family were found dead in the well at Gorrekunta village, on the city outskirts, five more bodies, including that of his two sons, were recovered on Friday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36wa0Jm

Personal data of 2.9 crore Indians leaked on dark web for free by cyber criminals

This breach includes sharing of sensitive information such as email, phone number, home address, educational qualification, work experience etc.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36lY8tk

Heavy rains to lash parts of West Bengal in next 48 hrs; Mamata Banerjee likely to visit South 24 Parganas today

As per the agency, heavy to very heavy rainfall in these areas, particularly Alipurduar, Coochbehar, Jalpaiguri are expected to have maximum rainfall activity, from May 24th, 2020 onwards.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eeIuCu

Karnataka to put returnees from 6 high-risk states on 7-day institutional quarantine

The Karnataka government has decided to put returnees from six states to a mandatory seven day insitutional quarantine.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bSTm7P

Coronavirus COVID-19: Indian-Americans welcome relaxation in visa, travel restrictions for OCI cardholders

The Indian-Americans have welcomed the decision of the Indian government to ease the coronavirus-linked global travel restrictions imposed on those having OCI cards, describing it as a big relief for them. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yqCTKe

ICMR allows use of HCQ among healthcare workers in containment zones, non-COVID hospitals

The use of HCQ can be expanded to all healthcare workers in containment zones; healthcare workers in non-COVID hospitals; the front-line workers; for police, security forces working in containment areas and household contacts of confirmed cases. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cXImY2

India sees highest single-day spike with 6,654 new COVID-19 cases; recovery rate at 41.39 percent

India on Saturday recorded the highest one day spike in coronavirus cases with 6654 new infections reported in the last 24 hours. The total tally inched t0 1.25 lakh and the recovery rate stood at 41.39 percent. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TMDNbF

MAH MBA CET Result 2020 to be declared at 11 AM today, check mahacet.org and cetcell.mahacet.org

Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (CET) cell will declare the MBA CET results 2020 on Saturday (May 22, 2020). As announced by Maharashtra Higher Education Minister Uday Samant, the MAH MBA CET result 2020 will be declared at 11 AM. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3geQOE9

TTD to start laddu prasadam sales across all district HQs in AP from May 25

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) is ready to commence the sale of its sacred laddu prasadam from Monday (May 25) onwards across 13 districts in Andhra Pradesh. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XpHyEz

TTD to start laddu prasadam sales across all district HQs in AP from May 25

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) is ready to commence the sale of its sacred laddu prasadam from Monday (May 25) onwards across 13 districts in Andhra Pradesh. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2WTxQLG

Movement pass not needed for people with flight, train tickets, says Noida police

As the government starts easing lockdown rules by slowly resuming the transportation facility, the Gautam Buddh Nagar police on Friday (May 22, 2020)  said that no movement pass is required for those having air or train tickets. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ecl0xW

DMRC opens foot-over bridge connecting metro station to Badli railway station

The 88-meter-long foot-over bridge built by the DMRC connects the concourse of the Samaypur Badli metro station on Yellow Line with platforms 1 and 2 of the Badli railway station of the Northern Railway. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bTfv5L

National Green Tribunal officer tests coronavirus COVID-19 positive; office sealed

One of the officials of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) tested COVID-19 positive said the office on Friday. All the staff who came in contact with the person have been asked to self-quarantine for 14-days. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TyXh3j

Man burnt alive as vehicle catches fire in Delhi

In a horrific accident, a person in Delhi was burnt to death as his vehicle caught fire.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LTMJYk

Delhi government directed to conclude process initiated against Zafarul-Islam Khan within two weeks

The court directed that the process initiated under the provisions of the Delhi Minorities Commission Act against  Zafarul-Islam Khan be concluded within two weeks as his tenure ends on 14th July 2020.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cUFfjn

Auto and cycle rickshaws to return to roads in Tamil Nadu; no relaxation for Chennai

The services would resume in all parts of the state, but not in Chennai.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cSvDWE

Hizbul Mujahideen regroups in Kashmir, plans multiple terror attacks within 10 days: Intelligence agencies

They are planning to carry out large-scale terror attack where they would target security forces, intel says. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bUUFCU

Heavy rains lash Kerala, several areas waterlogged in Thiruvananthapuram

Heavy rains lashed southern parts of Kerala causing damage to agricultural land and houses in rural areas, while more rains accompanied with lightning is predicted for the next five days.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cSlyZO

Eid-ul-Fitr 2020: Saudia Arabia moon sighting timing, end of Ramadan

The first day of the Eid-ul-Fitr will be announced on Friday (May 22, 2020) night, after the moon-sighting committee will look for the new crescent moon. In wake of the novel coronavirus the committee will meet remotely via video conferencing. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36mrnfn

CISCE releases ICSE class 10, ISC class 12 exam dates: Check details here

The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations on Friday (May 22, 2020) announced the date and schedule for the remaining exams of class 10 and class 12.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3geSqhq

PM Narendra Modi surveys Cyclone Amphan-hit areas of West Bengal, announces Rs 1,000 cr relief package for state

Large-scale damage to infrastructure, public and private property was reported from North and South 24 Parganas, East and West Midnapore, Kolkata, Howrah and Hooghly districts. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Xlwbxr

Massive fire breaks out at chemical plant in Pune`s Kurkumbh MIDC area; firetenders on spot

Cloud of thick black smoke was billowing from a large fire that broke out at the chemical plant.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LRvgiY

Cyclone Amphan: Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik speaks to Mamata Banerjee over damage, assures support

The Chief Minister conveyed Odisha's absolute solidarity with the people of West Bengal in this hour of crisis. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zo63u3

Nine new COVID-19 patients in Gautam Buddh Nagar; cases cross 300-mark

Among the new patients, four are from Noida, three from Greater Noida and two from Greater Noida (West), also known as Noida Extension. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3geDU9e

Delhi High Court asks Centre, Delhi governments to `keep tab on coronavirus COVID-19 cases`

The court made the observation while hearing a Public Interest Litigation that sought that more private hospitals in Delhi be allowed to treat COVID-19 patients.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XokbeE

Sonia Gandhi to chair opposition meeting on migrants’ crisis at 3 PM today

Interim Congress president Sonia Gandhi will on Friday chair a meeting of leaders of opposition parties over the plight of migrant workers and alleged dilution of labour laws.  According to reports, around 17 opposition parties have agreed to participate in the meeting which will be held via videoconferencing at 3 PM on May 22 from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3gbrdMs

Ex-DMK General Secretary Duraisamy joins Tamil Nadu BJP

Duraisamy joined BJP in the presence of Tamil Nadu BJP President L Murugan and senior leader La Ganesan. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2WU3pFp

Uber resumes operations in Karnataka

Riders in Bengaluru can book UberAuto, UberGO, Premier, Intercity, Hourly Rental, UberXL, Access, and Assist on their Uber App. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ytGXcQ

UP government pays full amount Rs 36,36,664 to Rajasthan roadways for transporting students from Kota

The UP government said Rajasthan Roadways buses were also used and a bill of Rs. 36 lakhs was raised by Rajasthan govt for the same. The entire bill has been paid in full now. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3gjeMyr

Rajasthan roadways asks UPSRTC to pay RS 36,36,664 for transporting students

UP government pays Rajasthan roadways Rs 19,76,286 for transporting students from Kota from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2A2sdlj

Indian Railways launches drive to identify, act against touts, make public aware of them

The Indian Railways has launched a major drive to identify and act against touts who have become active again and were making attempts to dupe gullible migrants and others. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2A2rmRD

Maldives defends India at OIC meet, says singling out India over Islamophobia is incorrect

Maldives said that India is the largest democracy in the world and home to over 200 million Muslims, alleging Islamophobia would be factually incorrect and detrimental to religious harmony in South Asia. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Xqgohc

Migrants should not walk back home; officials should look after arrangements: Telangana CM KCR

Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao has instructed officials concerned to ensure that no migrant worker should undergo the unfortunate situation of walking thousands of kilometers to his\her native place. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bXhohQ

Pakistan violates ceasefire in J&K`s Poonch and Nowshera; Indian Army retaliates

Pakistan resorted to unprovoked ceasefire violation along the Line of Control in Krishna Ghati Sector of Poonch district on Friday (May 22, 2020).  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36jJfaK

FIR against Sonia Gandhi in Karnataka over tweets questioning PM-CARES Fund, Congress calls it `vendetta politics`

An FIR has been lodged against interim Congress chief Sonia Gandhi over tweets from party’s official Twitter handle questioning Prime Minister Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency (PM-CARES) Fund. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bTRs6O

PM Modi to undertake aerial surveys of cyclone-hit West Bengal, Odisha today- here`s full schedule

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting the Cyclone Amphan hit areas in West Bengal and Odisha on Friday (May 22, 2020) days after the super cyclone wrecked havoc in the two states. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZmqceC

Gurgaon to Darbhanga and 1200 km: 15-year-old Bihar girl Jyoti Kumari pedals injured father amid COVID-19 lockdown

A 15-year-old girl showed courage and grit when she cycled for almost 1200 km with her injured father riding pillion, amid the coronavirus lockdown situation. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yn6LXS

Cyclone Amphan weakens into deep depression, rains expected in Assam, Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh: IMD

The Cyclone Amphan has weakened into a deep depression from a cyclonic storm and 50-60 kmph wind speed is expected in Meghalaya and Bangladesh for the next three hours said the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday. However, this is not expected to cause any structural damage. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3gbMbuM

Unaided pvt schools on govt land with no `land clause` don`t require DoE approval for fee hike: HC

The Delhi High Court has held that private unaided schools, which have been allotted land by the land owning agency without the condition of seeking prior nod of the DoE for increasing fees, can hike the fees without obtaining such approval. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Xh4gib

WhatsApp is testing something new for you; Check it out!

Facebook-owned social media platform WhatsApp has come out with a new feature to facilitate its users with a new way of conversation.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cR4GT9

Nation stands with West Bengal and Odisha, says PM Narendra Modi after Cyclone Amphan leaves behind trail of devastation

In a series of tweets, PM Modi said, "My thoughts are with the people of Odisha as the state bravely battles the effects of Cyclone Amphan." from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36jmO5z

UPSC may announce revised calendar for deferred Civil Services Prelims exams 2020; check upsc.gov.in

Earlier, the Prelims exam was scheduled to be held on May 31, 2020, but the Commission decided to postpone it in view of the COVID-19 outbreak in India.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ykswYk

Don`t plan to leave middle seat in flights vacant; divided routes in 7 sections for fare control: Civil Aviation Ministry

Addressing a press conference, he said that the government will take other corresponding preventive measures. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zZM19i

Cyclone Amphan leaves Kolkata Airport runway inundated

A day after one of the most powerful cyclones in over a decade Amphan hit the West Bengal and Odisha coasts, there have been reports of wide-spread devastation. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3g5TYKF

Terrorist attacks joint team of J&K Police and CRPF in Pulwama, injures 2 cops

The terrorist attacked a joint team of Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in Pulwama town.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LM0x75

Woman delivers baby in ambulance surrounded by lions in Gujarat`s Gir Somnath

In a bizzarre incident from Gujarat, a pack of lions surrounded an ambulance with a woman inside who was experiencing labour pains.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36hRZ1b

India`s domestic flights rules: Only web check-in, no meals, early arrival and more

The Centre on Thursday (May 21) issued the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for air passengers before the resumption of domestic flight services on May 25. The Centre released the SOP after the Airport Authority of India (AAI) had issued SOPs for airports. As per the guidelines issued by the Centre, Aarogya Setu App will not be mandatory for children below 14 years of age and all travellers will have to walk through the thermal screening zones before entering the airport terminal building. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2WNrvBq

Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba reviews Cyclone Amphan hit areas in West Bengal, Odisha; major damage to agricultural lands

In the aftermath of Cyclone Amphan, Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba on Thursday (May 21, 2020) reviewed the situation at cyclone-affected areas of Odisha and West Bengal with the states and central agencies concerned. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2WTqJTP

Three women killed as house in Uttar Pradesh`s Banda catches fire

Three members of a family, all women, were killed after their house caught fire in Paras village under Baberu Kotwali police station area here, police said on Thursday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XjeJJV

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam Chairman rubbishes claims of non-payment of salaries, calls it false news

Categorically denying news reports of salary cuts of employees at the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD), the chairman YV Subbareddy said that the devotees should not believe the rumours and pray for well and good time for all of us amid the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2WMErrj

US backs India over border tension with China, calls Beijing behaviour provocative and disturbing

The US on Wednesday supported India amidst the rising border tension with China with a senior diplomat describing Beijing's aggression as "not always rhetorical" and accusing it of continuing with its "provocative and disturbing behaviour". from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3e3EC7j

5609 new coronavirus cases and 132 deaths in past 24 hours; India’s COVID-19 tally reaches 112359

With 5609 new novel coronavirus cases and 132 new fatalities in the last 24 hours, India’s total tally of such infections in India stood at 1,12,359 on Thursday, according to the Health Ministry data. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3e4UeHJ

No change in schedule of Kerala SSLC, plus two exams, confirms CM Pinarayi Vijayan

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Wendesday (May 20) confirmed that Kerala SSLC, plus two exams will be conducted as per earlier schedule. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zkrR9I

Prove your allegations or face legal action: Folk singer Malini Awasthi sends legal notice to Congress leader Gaurav Pandhi for defaming husband

Renowned folk singer Malini Awasthi has sent a legal notice for defamation to Congress' National Coordinator for social media Gaurav Pandhi for defaming her husband Awanish Awasthi who is an IAS officer and currently serving as that UP Additional Chief Secretary. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36htjG5

IMD issues `Orange` alert for West Bengal coast as Cyclone Amphan moves over Bangladesh

After leaving a trail of destruction over West Bengal, the 'Severe Cyclonic Cyclonic Storm' Amphan is now moving in a north-northeastwards direction centered over Bangladesh. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3g8R8Ve

Rajiv Gandhi`s death anniversary today, was assassinated in LTTE suicide bomb attack 29 years ago

It is the 29th death anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi who was assassinated in a suicide bomb attack at Sriperumbudur, Chennai on May 21, 1991. The attack was carried by Thenmozhi Rajaratnam aka Dhanu, a member of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), a terrorist organisation of Sri Lanka. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Xf5r1R

Coronavirus COVID-19: Delhi`s LNJP Hospital asks doctors, health staff to vacate quarantine accommodation

Amid the rising coronavirus COVID-19 cases in Delhi, the state-run Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan Hospital has asked its doctors and health staff working in COVID-19 wards to vacate the accommodations provided to them in hotels across Delhi by 12 noon on May 21. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2WP6Ehe

15 Madhya Pradesh districts under locust attack

Desert locusts swarmed several districts in western Madhya Pradesh early on Wednesday morning. Millions of locusts were seen on trees and in Rana Heda village near Panbihar in Ujjain district reminding the scenes of pre-independence Rajasthan. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zYrQYZ

Bihar Board Class 10th result 2020 likely to be released on this date, check biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in

Bihar State Examination Board (BSEB) is expected to announce the result of Bihar Board Class 10 or matric examination on Thursday (May 21). BSEB sources said the verification process of the toppers has been completed and the result of Bihar board Class 10 examination would be declared soon after the completion of verification process. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3e6rK0s

UPSC likely to announce Civil Services Prelims 2020 date on June 5

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Wednesday (May 20) said that the date for 2020 civil services preliminary examination would be announced on June 5. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3d2439z

Yogi Adityanath launches Uttar Pradesh Startup Fund to boost job creation

Yogi Adityanath said a large number of migrant workers have come to Uttar Pradesh at this time and the state government is looking to provide them employment as per their skill. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3e4d2qO

NIA arrests conspirator of Parihar brothers` killing Rustam Ali, sent to 7-day custody

Ali was also wanted in another terror case of robbery of INSAS rifle from the personal security officer (PSO) of Advocate Nasir Hussain in Kistwar. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3g6EZjt

Haryana Board Class 10th Result 2020 expected next week; check details on bseh.org.in

The students need to submit their details such as roll number, registration number, etc. on the official website and the result will flash on the screens. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3e0S8bZ

Airlines will restart domestic passenger flights from May 25: Civil Aviation Ministry

All the airports and air carriers are being informed to be ready for operations from May 25, announced Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3g8WGPd

MHA allows holding of board exams for classes 10 and 12, issues guidelines for safety

Along with his tweet, Shah also attached a letter by Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla to all the Chief Secretaries of states describing the necessary conditions to conduct the examinations. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yhBBkD

Bihar Board Class 10th Result 2020 likely to be released today; Check your number at biharboard.ac.in

The Bihar Board Class 10 examination 2020 was held between February 17 and February 24, and the evaluation process commenced on May 6 and concluded last week. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bQNMCG

Bihar Board Class 10th Result 2020 to be released today; Check your number at biharboard.ac.in

The Bihar Board Class 10 examination 2020 was held between February 17 and February 24, and the evaluation process commenced on May 6 and concluded last week. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Tn3v5Y

Cyclone Amphan landfall commences in West Bengal, to continue for 4 hours: IMD

The intensity of the Extremely Severe cyclone near its centre as the landfall process started was recorded at 160-170 kmph, gusting to 190 kmph.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XdRuB1

Nepal officially releases new controversial map, shows Indian territories of Lipulekh, Kalapani, Limpiyadhura as its own

The government of Nepal on Wednesday officially issued a new controversial map of the country which shows Indian territories of Lipulekh, Kalapani, Limpiyadhura as its own. The map was unveiled by the Ministry of Land Management, Cooperatives & Poverty Alleviation. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3g6Xog5

CBSE prepares self-learning material for newly affiliated schools to understand board systems

CBSE has extended the last date for schools to apply for affiliation for 2020-21 session from the board up to June 30. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cPhglF

IBPS PO, Clerk, SO Result 2020 declared at ibps.in, here`s how to check

The results for IBPS clerk, probationary officer and specialist officers exams under CRP VIII was declared by Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) on Wednesday (May 20). Candidates who had appeared for the examination can check their results at ibps.in - the official website of IBPS. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Zk3jsf

Zee Digital Crosses 150 Million Users in March 2020; Zee News witnesses 75% growth: ComScore India

Zee Digital, the online arm of Zee Group, has registered robust growth in 2020, crossing the 150-million-user mark on ComScore in March 2020. The latest ComScore data reveals that Zee Digital has grown by 134% during this financial year, making the group the fastest growing among the top 9 media groups in India. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ze1BOq

Maharashtra CET 2020 application submission date extended: Check revised dates

The notice said that due to Covid-19 pandemic and subsequent Lock Down period 4.0 till end of May 2020, the dates have been revised. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dZn9Nx

UPSC Civil Services Prelims 2020: New exam dates may be announced on May 20 on official website upsc.gov.in

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is likely to announce the revised dates for the Civil Services (Preliminary) exam 2020 on Wednesday (May 20) after reviewing the situation. It may be recalled that the examination was earlier scheduled for May 31 but was postponed due to the nationwide coornavirus COVID-19 lockdown imposed by the Centre to curb the spread of deadly disease in the country. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XczBCJ

Maharashtra CET 2020 application submission date: Check revised dates

The notice said that due to Covid-19 pandemic and subsequent Lock Down period 4.0 till end of May 2020, the dates have been revised. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3e3zeRW

India witnesses highest-ever spike of 5,611 coronavirus cases in 24 hours; COVID-19 tally reaches 1,06,750

With 5,611 new cases of coronavirus reported in the last 24 hours, India`s COVID-19 tally reached 1,06,750 on Wednesday, according to the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bGDsNG

Zurich International gets security clearance from MHA to develop Jewar airport in Uttar Pradesh

The Zurich Airport International AG on Tuesday got the security clearance from the Union ministry of home affairs to develop the Noida International Greenfield Airport at Jewar in Greater Noida, said senior officials of the Uttar Pradesh government. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2WLaM1A

PM Narendra Modi to chair Union Cabinet meet today; farmers’ relief package, Cyclone Amphan to be discussed

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Wednesday chair the Union Cabinet meet during which two ordinances related to farmers and agricultural sectors and the fast approaching Cyclone Amphan is likely to be discussed. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zNTqZ3

Hundreds of migrant workers gather in Ahmedabad to leave for Bihar

 A large number of migrant workers gathered at the GMDC ground in Gujarat's Ahmedabad on Wednesday (May 20) morning in order to board the trains which will leave from Ahmedabad carrying the migrant workers. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zgZBVF

BSEB likely to announce Bihar Board Class 10 result today; here`s how to check result online

The result of Bihar Board Class 10 or matric examination is expected to be announced by Bihar State Examination Board (BSEB) on Wednesday (May 20). Sources said that the verification process of half of the toppers has been completed and the BSEB would declare the Bihar board Class 10 examination will be declared after the completion of verification process. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ymQthS

Bihar Board 10th result 2020 may release on this date, check biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in

from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3fYI5WC

Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan to take charge as WHO Executive Board chairman on May 22: Officials

Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan is set to become the chairman of the 34-member WHO Executive Board on May 22, officials said on Tuesday (May 19). Harsh Vardhan, who is at the forefront of India's fight against coronavirus COVID-19, would succeed Dr Hiroki Nakatani of Japan. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LFKK9O

Cyclone Amphan to make landfall on May 20, West Bengal, Odisha evacuate lakhs of people

The governments of West Bengal and Odisha worked overtime on Tuesday (May 19) to evacuate lakhs of people from coastal and low-lying areas to shelters as Cyclone Amphan - moving at a speed of 180 km/hr - is predicted to make landfall between Digha in West Bengal and Hatiya islands in Bangladesh on Wednesday (May 20). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dTSEsi

Kalapani is an issue between India and Nepal: China

Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian made the remarks at a media briefing here while replying to questions on India-Nepal differences over the border and Indian Army chief Gen. MM Naravane's remarks that Kathmandu was objecting to the newly built road by India at the behest of "someone else". from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TiyEHQ

US set to donate 200 ventilators to India, first tranche of 50 to arrive soon

The US Administration of President Donald Trump is planning to "donate" 200 ventilators to India with the first tranche of 50 expected to arrive soon as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, an American official said on Tuesday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LFC6rR

Sonia Gandhi to chair opposition meeting over migrants` plight on May 20

Congress president Sonia Gandhi will chair the meeting of leaders of opposition parties over the plight of migrant workers and alleged dilution of labour laws. According to report, around 17 opposition parties have agreed to participate in the meeting which will be held via videoconferencing on May 20 (Friday). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TnSi5s

Mamata Banerjee to stay at Nabanna until Cyclone Amphan makes landfall in West Bengal

The super cyclonic storm Amphan in west-central Bay of Bengal is likely to weaken into an extremely severe cyclonic storm by noon on Tuesday, the Met department said.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cMxRqe

Operated 1,565 `Shramik Special` trains since May 1, ferried over 20 lakh migrants: Railways

The Indian Railways has operated 1,565 'Shramik Special' trains since May 1 and ferried over 20 lakh migrants back home, the national transporter said on Tuesday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zelogH

Cyclone Amphan approaches Odisha coast — States likely to be hit after it makes a landfall

Cyclone Amphan, which has intensified into an extremely super cyclone, is all set to make the landfall on Wednesday afternoon. The cyclone is rapidly moving towards the coasts of West Bengal and Bangladesh and is expected to make a landfall on May 20. At the time of the landfall, Cyclone Amphan is expected to carry wind speed of 155-165 kmph, gusting to 185 kmph. The states of Odisha and West Bengal have been on high alert. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has assured all possible help to bo both states to deal with the situation arising out of its movement.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZfFodq

No need to shut entire office building if one or two coronavirus cases found: Health Ministry issues new workplace guidelines

As India entered the fourth phase of its nationwide lockdown with relaxations and offices and working places opening, the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued guidelines on preventive and response measures to contain the spread of COVID-19 in workplace settings. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cLP7fx

Samajwadi Party leader Chhotelal Diwakar, son shot dead in Uttar Pradesh`s Sambhal

Samajwadi leader Chhotelal Diwakar and his son, Sunil Diwakar, were shot dead in broad daylight in Sambhal district of Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday. The murder was apparently a fallout of a dispute overlaying of a road under MGNREGA. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2X4tlwQ

JEE-Main 2020: Fresh application to be submitted from May 19-24 —Check details here

The exam will be held across the country from July 18-23.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3g2AvdO

Tamil Nadu Class 10 board exam from June 15, check timetable

The Class 10 State board exams in Tamil Nadu has been postponed to June 15 as the state government released the new timetable on Tuesday (May 19, 2020). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36aw1Nq

Operate more special trains to transport migrant workers: MHA directs states, issues revised SOP

The Ministry of Home Ministry on Tuesday issued a revised Standard Operating Protocol (SOP) on the movement of stranded workers by trains and buses from one state to other during coronavirus lockdown. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cW9FSJ

From 100 to 100,000, it took 64 days for coronavirus COVID-19 to touch 1 Lakh mark in India

The number of cases of coronavirus infection crossed the one lakh mark in the country on Tuesday (May 19, 2020), while the death toll due to the deadly infection touched 3,163, according to the Union Health Ministry. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TiDjto

Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) to announce 12th arts and commerce results soon on official website gseb.org

 The board has not released any official date of the result declaration yet and the dates are expected to be announced one day prior to the declaration of the result. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2X3RO5q

Bihar Board 10th result 2020 may release on this date, check biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in for results

The result of Bihar Board Class 10 or matric examination is expected to be announced on Wednesday (May 20). According to sources, the verification process of half of the toppers has been completed and the Bihar State Examination Board (BSEB) will declare the Bihar board Class 10 examination will be declared after the completion of verification process. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3fYpVo9

With 4,970 new cases, India coronavirus COVID-19 tally crosses 1 lakh mark

The nationwide tally of Covid-19 cases crossed one lakh mark on Tuesday (May 19, 2020) with total number of cases rising to 1.01 lakh, with a rise of 4,970 cases in past 24 hours, as per the Union Health Ministry data. In the past 24 hours, 134 people lost there lives in India due to the deadly virus. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZnHZSq

3 migrant workers killed, 12 injured in road accident in Uttar Pradesh`s Mahoba

Three migrant labourers were killed and over 12 got injured after the vehicle in which they were travelling overturned on a highway in Uttar Pradesh’s Mahoba district on Monday (May 18) night. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TdpWL5

Two migrant workers in Tamil Nadu to peddle 1860 km, cross six states to reach home in Uttar Pradesh

Finding no other option to return back home, two migrant workers stranded in Tamil Nadu choose to reach their native state Uttar Pradesh on bicycle. The migrant duo named Sonu and Shailu work as candy seller in Tamil Nadu's Arakkonam town and are now returning back to Uttar Pradesh having left with no money to survive in the place. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2X6En4Q

Kerala guidelines on coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown 4.0: Taxi services, inter-district movement, shopping complexes allowed. Full list here

 A day after the Union Ministry of Home Affairs issued a notice extending coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown till May 31 and released new guidelines, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday (May 18) announced the guidelines to be followed in the state during lockdown 4.0. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2yd6NS3

IAF looking for 114 multirole fighters, 100 AMCA, over 200 LCA Tejas, confirms Air Force Chief ACM RKS Bhadauria

In future, the Indian Air Force is planning to acquire 450 fighter aircraft for deployment on the northern and western frontiers of the country, Air Force Chief RKS Bhadauria said on Monday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2X8dUnj

Ramadan 2020: When is Shab-e-Qadr of Ramzan in India? What is Eid 2020 date

Shab-e-Qadr or Laylatul Qadr are the most holy nights of Islamic holy month of Ramadan or Ramzan. Shab-e-Qadr occurs in the last 10 days of the holy month of Ramzan or Ramadan and is considered as the Night of Power.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2AGHbOs

Uttar Pradesh releases lockdown 4.0 guidelines: What`s allowed, what`s not

 A day after the Ministry of Home Affairs issued a notice extending the lockdown by another 14 days and released new guidelines, Uttar Pradesh government on Monday (May 18) released guidelines for the fourth phase of the coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown which will remain in place till May 31.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2XbklWG

Encounter underway between security forces, terrorists in Srinagar`s Nawakadal

An encounter broke out between a joint team of security forces and terrorists in Nawakadal area of Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar in the wee hours of Tuesday (May 19). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2X9Pzxp

Odisha, West Bengal start evacuation of people due to Cyclone Amphan threat

Odisha government has started evacuating 11 lakh people from coastal areas in view of the warning of strong winds and heavy rains due to cyclone Amphan. The government authotiries are trasnporting the evacuees to temporary shelter homes. The West Bengal government has also started evacuating people from low-lying areas to safer places. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LGKk2Q

Delhi Police arrests man for sharing obscene posts of woman BJP youth leader

Delhi Police's cyber ​unit (CyPAD) arrested a person for writing objectionable posts on social media platform against a BJP youth leader. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TizNz4

CISCE makes changes in ISC English, Maths exam pattern; makes project work mandatory

The Indian School Certificate Examination (CISCE) released a notice stating the changes made in the English and Mathematics exam paper for class 12 or ISC students which mentioned that students will have to appear for 80 marks theoretical exam for English and Mathematic instead of 100 from the coming academic year 2021. The remaining 20 marks will be allotted to project work. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Z9q9mi

Found effective drug combination to cure coronavirus COVID-19 patients, claim Bangladeshi doctors

A Bangladeshi medical team has claimed that their research on the combination of two widely used drugs has yielded 'astounding' results in curing the patients with acute symptoms of the coronavirus that has wreaked havoc across the world and claimed the lives of over 312,000 people globally. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Thas8J

CBSE datesheet for class 10th, 12th board exams 2020 released — Check it here

Union HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank on Monday (May 18) announced the datesheet for pending Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) 2020 class 10 and 12th board examinations. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3e1PC5r

NCW asks TikTok to delete account of TikTok user Faizal Siddiqui for posting video on instigating violence against women

In a major trouble trouble for TikTok influencer Faizal Siddiqui, National Commission for Women (NCW) has contacted TikTok India to remove delete of Siddiqui and delete a video in which Siddiqui is allegedly instigating people to commit violent against women. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LEsfTe

Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray takes oath as MLC

Maharashtra chief minister and Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray takes oath as a member of the legislative council (MLC) on Monday (May 18, 2020) afternoon. This is the first time a Sena chief will become a member of the state legislature and the second from the Thackeray clan after his son Aaditya Thackeray. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3fVyOih

UP Board results 2020: Answersheet evaluation in Red zone to begin from May 19; result to be declared by June end

The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad, UPMSP will begin the evaluation of answer sheets in red zones districts of Uttar Pradesh from Tuesday, i.e. on May 19 onwards. Evaluation of answer sheets in Green and Orange zones had begun last week. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3684BYE

Maharashtra continues to remain the worst-hit state in India as tally crosses 33,000

Maharashtra on Monday (May 18, 2020) reported more than 2000 fresh cases and 63 fatalities in the last 24 hours taking the total tally to 33,053. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LBMp03

6 employees at Oppo mobile factory in Greater Noida test positive for coronavirus COVID-19

At least six employees of OPPO mobile company's factory in Uttar Pradesh's Greater Noida tested positive for coronavirus COVID-19 on Monday (May 18). The company has suspended all operations at the factory with immediate effect. It is interesting to note that the operations at the factory had resumed on May 8 with the permission of the state government. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3fYOBN0

BSEB Bihar Board to release 10th result 2020 on this date; check biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in for more updates

The evaluation of Bihar Board class 10th exam answer sheet has been completed by the board and marks of students are compiled and fed into the computer system. The BSEB Bihar Board 10th result 2020 is most likely to be declared on Monday, i.e. on May 20, although an official confirmation on the same remains awaited.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Zq1dqX

Mumbai`s BEST employees go on `lockdown` after 8 staffers die of coronavirus COVID-19

Amid the rising coronavirus COVID-19 cases among BEST (Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport) employees, the umbrella body of major BEST unions has called for a “lockdown” or strike from Monday (May 18). The decision is going to create a lot of trouble of coronavirus-hit Mumbai because BEST buses are the only mode of public transport presently operational in the city. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36bojm9

In cinema-crazy Tamil Nadu coronavirus COVID-19 protective masks get a filmy face

Protective face masks tend to hide ones identity and facial features, but in Tamil Nadu masks themselves are having a face of their own. Mask wearers are now sporting printed masks of their favorite heroes such as Rajinikanth, Vijay, Ajith and Surya. This trend has caught up over the last few days after textile exporters in the state’s knitwear and textile export hub Tiruppur decided to give masks a new face.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Zgy5SG

Amphan to turn into a super cyclone before making a landfall in West Bengal, predicts IMD

Cyclone Amphan has gathered strength and is expected to intensify into an “extremely severe cyclonic storm” in the next six hours, the Indian Meteorological Body (IMD) said in its latest bulletin on Monday (May 18). According to IMD, cyclone Amphan would cross the coasts of West Bengal and Bangladesh on May 20 and before making a landfall, the intensity of Amphan would be of a Super Cyclone. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bKDe8a

Amphan to turn into a super cyclone before making a landfall, predicts IMD

Cyclone Amphan has gathered strength and is expected to intensify into an “extremely severe cyclonic storm” in the next six hours, the Indian Meteorological Body (IMD) said in its latest bulletin on Monday (May 18). According to IMD, cyclone Amphan would cross the coasts of West Bengal and Bangladesh on May 20 and before making a landfall, the intensity of Amphan would be of a Super Cyclone. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bIhtpF

India sees highest 1-day spike with 5,242 coronavirus COVID-19 cases, total death toll till now at 3,029

5242 coronavirus cases and 157 deaths were reported in the last 24 hours as per the Health Ministry data. Out of the total cases, 56,316 are active cases, 36,823 recovered cases, 1 migrant patient, and 3,029 deaths. The recovery rate in India stands at 38.29 percent. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2WE5sx9

Smiling Buddha: Things to know about India`s first nuclear test at Pokhran

Today (May 18) is a historic day for India as we are observing the 46th anniversary of our first nuclear test in Rajasthan’s Pokhran. The peaceful nuclear test codenamed the ‘Smiling Buddha’ was conducted on May 18, 1974 under the leadership of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. The test made India a nuclear power. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/369fxFj

Cyclone Amphan intensifies into very `severe cyclonic storm`, Odisha, West Bengal on alert

Cyclone Amphan has intensified into a severe cyclonic storm over the Bay of Bengal after gaining strength, increasing the possibility of heavy rain and high-velocity wind in several coastal districts of Odisha and some areas of West Bengal. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ADODdc

India sees highest 1-day spike with 5,242 coronavirus COVID-19 cases, death toll reaches 3,029

5242 coronavirus cases and 157 deaths were reported in the last 24 hours as per the Health Ministry data. Out of the total cases, 56,316 are active cases, 36,823 recovered cases, 1 migrant patient, and 3,029 deaths. The recovery rate in India stands at 38.29 percent. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2zOK13i

Centre softens stance on download of Aarogya Setu app in lockdown 4.0 guidelines

In a significant development, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs on Sunday (May 17) scaled down its earlier directive on Aarogya Setu aap that had made it compulsory for several categories of people to download the app which has been designed to curb the spread of coronavirus COVID-19. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3fT4JzP

India among 62-nation seeking probe into WHO`s coronavirus COVID-19 response

The draft calls for an "impartial, independent and comprehensive" probe into the coronavirus crisis. Besides, an inquiry into the actions of the World Health Organization (WHO) and "their timelines pertaining to the COVID-19 pandemic." from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2WGaglN

After Centre`s decision to extend lockdown till May 31, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal says will release detailed plan on Monday

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday (May 17) welcomed the guidelines issued by the Centre accompanying the lockdown extension till May 31 and said that the guidelines for lockdown 4.0 were "largely in line with the proposal sent by the Delhi government". from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dWdEPe

Lockdown 4.0 guidelines: Here`s a list of what`s open and what`s close

India on Monday (May 18, 2020) enters its first day of the fourth phase lockdown which happens to be different from the earlier three-phase as several relaxations are allowed by the government on areas that do not come under containment zones. The state's are also given authority to decide over its functioning as per the situation.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bBuXDn

Union Health Secretary writes to states sharing parameters for zonal classification of districts for coronavirus COVID-19 management

The Centre on Sunday (May 17) said that states and Union Territories can demarcate red, orange, and green zones in order to manage coronavirus COVID-19 containment activities from Monday (May 18). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ZexzVu

Drama: Nirmala Sitharaman after Rahul Gandhi`s sit-in with migrant workers

Sitharaman also urged Sonia Gandhi to join the efforts of the Centre in handling migrants issue. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2AvWWaJ

INS Jalashwa with 588 Indians onboard enters Kochi from Maldives

Indian Navy's INS Jalashwa on Sunday (May 17, 2020) evacuated 588 stranded Indian citizens from the Maldives. The Navy ship left Male port in the Maldives on Saturday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3cGftzk

Vandhe Bharat Mission: INS jalashwa with 588 Indians onboard enters Kochi from Maldives

Indian Navy's INS Jalashwa on Sunday (May 17, 2020) evacuated 588 stranded Indian citizens from the Maldives. The Navy ship left Male port in the Maldives on Saturday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/368umYT

Drama: Nirmala Sitharama after Rahul Gandhi`s sit-in with migrant workers

Sitharaman also urged Sonia Gandhi to join the efforts of the Centre in handling migrants issue. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2X2Frqi

Coronavirus lockdown had devastating impacts on migrant workers in Delhi, but there were large and beneficial behavioral changes

In a study of non-migrant workers in Delhi, researchers observe widespread compliance with public health directives important in reducing the spread of the virus, as rates of mask usage, handwashing, and social distancing increase. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3bBXf0v

Centre decides to open all public sectors for private companies, to stay in strategic areas

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday (May 17) announced that the Centre has decided to privatise state-run enterprises in non-strategic sectors and allow private companies to invest in all areas. Sitharaman made the announcement during a press conference as part of the centre's COVID-19 economic stimulus programme. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2LN8Z6d