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Telangana announces 10-day Covid-19 lockdown, all activities allowed from 6-10am
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:23 PM IST
Telangana lockdown news: The statewide curbs will be implemented from tomorrow (i.e. May 12) till May 22. All activities will remain permissible across Telangana from 6am to 10am daily, following which only essential activities will be allowed for the remainder of the lockdown.
India's Covid-19 cases decline by 30K for first time after 2 months: Govt
ANI | , New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:59 PM IST
Covid-19 update: Also, after 61 days, the new recoveries outnumber the new cases seen in the last 24 hours.
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‘Vaccine is not 100% protective, but it’s highly effective’: Former CDC director
By Sunetra Choudhury
UPDATED ON MAY 11, 2021 01:52 PM IST
Tom Frieden, a former director of US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), runs Resolve to Save Lives, a global public health organisation. He talks about the second Covid wave in India
Labourers at Central Vista project follow Covid protocols: Centre tells Delhi HC
By Richa Banka, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:46 PM IST
- The contractor has provided for health insurance of all the workers against Covid-19 and a separate facility for conducting the RT-PCR test, and has made arrangements for isolation area and medical aid at the site, the government told the court.
Second gunman in Russian school shooting killed: Report
AFP |
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:13 PM IST
- Images broadcast on state television from the scene showed dozens of people outside the school with fire services and police vehicles lining nearby streets.
Gold holds near 3-month high as inflation expectations rise
Bloomberg |
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:50 PM IST
- Bond market expectations for the pace of inflation over the coming half decade surged on Monday to the highest level since 2006.
'Already not playing against India & only 5, 6 other teams that we should play'
UPDATED ON MAY 11, 2021 01:56 PM IST
Pakistan registered a comfortable 2-0 clean sweep against Zimbabwe with the matches ending in three days. But former captain Rashid Latif did not mince his words when talking about the series.
Amitabh says 'personal contribution' towards Covid-19 relief is ₹15 crore
UPDATED ON MAY 11, 2021 01:04 PM IST
- Actor Amitabh Bachchan has said that his contribution towards Covid-19 relief will be in the vicinity of ₹15 crore, when all is said and done.
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Dia says there is 'rampant sexism' in Bollywood: 'RHTDM has sexism in it'
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 12:16 PM IST
- Dia Mirza has opened up about being a part of sexist films. The actor also acknowledged that her 2001 movie Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein has sexist elements.
Snyder on working with Huma: 'Only want Indian actors in my movies from now on'
By Rohan Naahar
UPDATED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:53 PM IST
- Filmmaker Zack Snyder said that after working with Huma Qureshi on Army of the Dead, he only wants to work with Indian actors in his movies.
'He's in that difficult situation': NZ coach gives update on KKR's Tim Seifert
UPDATED ON MAY 11, 2021 01:55 PM IST
- Speaking at a press conference in New Zealand, Stead said that despite the difficult situation, Seifert is in a better space as there is a plan around him.
Natasa Stankovic paints the town red in stunning camisole dress worth ₹3k
By Nishtha Grover, Delhi
UPDATED ON MAY 11, 2021 01:04 PM IST
- Natasa Stankovic opted to wear a beautiful bright red spaghetti strap camisole dress during one of her old outings. The mommy-of-one is a true fashionista.
'Hard to believe': Shami reveals success mantra of Team India's pace attack
UPDATED ON MAY 11, 2021 01:02 PM IST
- After a long phase of subdued pace bowling-- when selectors were seeking raw pace--Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Shami, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Umesh Yadav, and Jasprit Bumrah came to the side's rescue.
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Climate crisis: Be the Indian elephant
By Arunabha Ghosh
UPDATED ON MAY 10, 2021 06:47 PM IST
Like the virus, the climate crisis doesn’t recognise borders, occurs in waves, and affects some more than others. Draw up a plan
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A new chapter for the TRIPS waiver proposal
By Syed Akbaruddin
UPDATED ON MAY 10, 2021 06:32 PM IST
Last year, on October 2, India paired with South Africa and submitted to the WTO a proposal for a waiver so that, while responding to the pandemic, members do not have to implement, apply and enforce certain provisions of the Trade Related Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) Agreement
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Covid-19: For the BJP sangathan, it is time to deliver on seva
UPDATED ON MAY 10, 2021 06:41 PM IST
State units of the party, even where the BJP is not in power, competed with each other as they set about distributing food, medicines and essentials to those in need, especially the vulnerable who were left to fend for themselves during the lockdown
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In Bengal, the story of BJP, TMC and the Dalit and tribal vote
By Dhrubo Jyoti
UPDATED ON MAY 10, 2021 12:37 PM IST
Bengal has 66 seats reserved for SC, which form roughly a quarter of the state’s population and 16 for ST, which make up about 6% of the population. SC seats are spread across the southwest, north and southern parts of the state while the ST seats are mainly in the north and western parts of the state
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Dravid comments on Ashwin and Jadeja's chances of playing in England Tests
UPDATED ON MAY 11, 2021 10:35 AM IST
- Rahul Dravid said that both the spinners, one who is returning to the Test side after an injury and the other being in great form, could be the team’s first-choice spinners during the Test series against England.
Will England players be available for a rescheduled IPL 2021? ECB gives update
UPDATED ON MAY 11, 2021 12:36 PM IST
BCCI president Sourav Ganguly said that the chances of IPL taking place in India are very less. However, if a rescheduled IPL 2021 does take place, the availability of English players would be a doubt.
Former cricketer explains how India can win the World Test Championship final
UPDATED ON MAY 11, 2021 08:07 AM IST
- Former Indian cricketer Reetinder Singh Sodhi has opined that Kohli’s Team India can defeat New Zealand in the finale of the World Test Championship as it has players who can adapt to any conditions.
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'Not like you're in a war-zone': Pamment felt safe inside IPL 2021 bio-bubble
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 09:40 AM IST
IPL 2021: Mumbai Indians' fielding coach James Pamment gave details about what it was like being inside the team's bio-secure environment during a raging pandemic in the country.
It's heartbreaking to know about the demise of Piyush's father: Tendulkar
ANI |
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 10:30 AM IST
Legendary batsman Sachin Tendulkar has been left "heartbroken" following the demise of leg-spinner Piyush Chawla's father Pramod Kumar Chawla. Piyush's father passed away on Monday due to COVID-19 complications.
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Professor’s gesture for graduate student and her baby wins hearts on Twitter
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 01:10 PM IST
- MIT Professor Troy Littleton shared a picture of the crib inside his office.
Elderly couple steals hearts with their energetic dance moves. Watch
By Srimoyee Chowdhury
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 11:00 AM IST
The video shows an elderly couple breaking into some enviable dance moves that have already stolen netizens’ hearts and may do the same to you.
Mama dog seems to have a problem with her ‘yellow puppy’. Watch
PUBLISHED ON MAY 10, 2021 06:25 PM IST
“’How is this one so much faster than the rest?!’ - momma dog,” reacted a Reddit user.
Cops dance to Enjaai Enjaami at Chennai station, get thumbs up from tweeple
By Srimoyee Chowdhury
PUBLISHED ON MAY 10, 2021 05:36 PM IST
The video shared by PIB Tamil Nadu, shows a group of RPF personnel dancing to a popular song while wearing masks and gloves.
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Munmun Dutta apologises for using casteist slur, blames 'language barrier'
PUBLISHED ON MAY 10, 2021 06:14 PM IST
- Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah actor Munmun Dutta has issued an apology after several people complained that she used a casteist slur in a recent social media post.
Anushka and Virat's Covid-19 relief fundraiser raises ₹5 crore
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:43 PM IST
- Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli launched a fundraiser on Friday. Within five days, the initiative has collected ₹5 crore.
Co-star makes Salman Khan break character while filming Radhe. Watch here
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:43 PM IST
- Salman Khan once broke character on set, while filming a scene in Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai, a new behind-the-scenes video has revealed. Watch here.
Jasleen Matharu reacts to kissing Anup Jalota on Bigg Boss 12, calls it ‘mazaak’
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:01 PM IST
- Jasleen Matharu said that her peck on Anup Jalota’s cheek during Bigg Boss 12 was a joke. She maintained that it is no big deal for them.
Neha storms off after a reel fight with Rohanpreet, fans find it cute. Watch
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 01:59 PM IST
- Neha Kakkar and Rohanpreet Singh shared a video in which the singers are seen involved in a fake fight. The couple shared the video to tease their upcoming song Khad Tainu Main Dassa.
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Here's how city people get health boost from nature
ANI | , Washington Dc
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:06 PM IST
It's widely understood that physical activity improves human health, but how parks, lakes, trees and other urban green spaces boost physical activity and overall wellbeing is an unsolved piece of the puzzle.
Srinagar's Sehar Khans: Traditional Ramadan drum beaters go on amid Covid-19
ANI | , Srinagar, Jammu And Kashmir
UPDATED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:04 PM IST
One such drummer, Tufail Ahmad said, "Sehar Khani was performed by our fathers and grandfathers and we continue to do this. There are several Sahar Khans in various districts."
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New hydrogel can protect against resistant bacteria, may treat wounds: Study
ANI |
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 01:55 PM IST
Researchers develop a new material that prevents infections in wounds and works against all types of bacteria with a high level of effectiveness, including against those which have become resistant to antibiotics
Covid-19: What we know about the Indian variant as coronavirus sweeps South Asia
Reuters | , New Delhi
UPDATED ON MAY 11, 2021 01:53 PM IST
Scientists are studying what led to the unexpected surge, and particularly whether a variant of the novel coronavirus first detected in India is to blame. The variant, named B.1.617, has been reported in 17 countries, raising global concern.
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Covid: ‘Vaccine shortage in Delhi,’ says Kejriwal; offers solution to Centre
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:54 PM IST
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Photos: Delhi reports lowest single-day caseload in 27 days; lockdown extended
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India's Covid-19 cases decline by 30K for first time after 2 months: Govt
ANI | , New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:59 PM IST
Covid-19 update: Also, after 61 days, the new recoveries outnumber the new cases seen in the last 24 hours.
Nagaland announces total lockdown from May 14 to May 21 to contain Covid-19
By Alice Yhoshü
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:56 PM IST
Nagaland has seen 28 Covid-19 related deaths in the last six days, while the 133 fresh cases reported on Monday have taken the number of active cases to 2,884.
Covid-19 restrictions: Mapping curbs across states as cases in India rise
Edited by Prashasti Singh, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:59 PM IST
Amid a surge in Covid-19 cases across the country, several states have clamped down restrictions to curb the spread of the disease.
Telangana announces 10-day Covid-19 lockdown, all activities allowed from 6-10am
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:23 PM IST
Telangana lockdown news: The statewide curbs will be implemented from tomorrow (i.e. May 12) till May 22. All activities will remain permissible across Telangana from 6am to 10am daily, following which only essential activities will be allowed for the remainder of the lockdown.
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Queen Elizabeth to set out UK government's post-pandemic agenda
Reuters |
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:44 PM IST
- In a ceremony stripped back because of the Covid-19 pandemic, the queen will list the government's areas of focus, which media reports say will include legislation on the environment, job creation and health and social care.
Hong Kong won't mandate vaccination against Covid for foreign domestic workers
AP | | Posted by Harshit Sabarwal, Hong Kong
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:21 PM IST
Hong Kong officials initially proposed the mandate after a foreign domestic worker tested positive for a coronavirus variant in April, with an unknown source of infection.
Second gunman in Russian school shooting killed: Report
AFP |
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:13 PM IST
- Images broadcast on state television from the scene showed dozens of people outside the school with fire services and police vehicles lining nearby streets.
At least 11 killed in school shooting in Russia, several injured
Reuters |
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 01:59 PM IST
Two children could be seen leaping from the third floor of the four-storeyed school number 175 as gunshots sounded, in a video filmed by an onlooker that was circulated by RIA.
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Italy's new group of male tennis stars are all-court players
PTI |
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:17 PM IST
The Italian men that are starting to crowd the ATP's Top 100 — there are currently 10 ranked that high, a national record that arrives just in time for this week's Italian Open — are all-court players.
Japan's Nishikori adds voice to Olympic concerns
Reuters |
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:04 PM IST
Japan's top-ranked men's tennis player Kei Nishikori added his voice to concerns about staging the Olympic Games in Tokyo in July, as the country battles a surge in COVID-19 cases.
COVID-19: Naomi Osaka 'not sure' if it's appropriate to stage Tokyo Olympics
ANI | , Tokyo
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:00 PM IST
Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka wants to play in the upcoming Tokyo Olympics but she isn't "sure" whether the quadrennial event would go ahead as planned.
Iniesta extends Vissel Kobe contract by two years
Reuters | , Tokyo
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 01:48 PM IST
Spanish World Cup winner Iniesta, who also celebrated his 37th birthday on Tuesday, signed a three-year contract with Kobe in 2018 after leaving Barcelona, where he won nine La Liga and four Champions Leagues titles.
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Gold holds near 3-month high as inflation expectations rise
Bloomberg |
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:50 PM IST
- Bond market expectations for the pace of inflation over the coming half decade surged on Monday to the highest level since 2006.
European stocks sink at open in global selloff
AFP | | Posted by Harshit Sabarwal
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:28 PM IST
London's benchmark FTSE 100 index of top blue-chip companies sank 1.8 percent to 6,999.21 points compared with Monday's closing level.
Rupee falls 18 paise to 73.53 against US dollar in early trade
PTI | , Mumbai
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 11:04 AM IST
Forex traders said concerns over rising Covid-19 cases also weighed on investors' sentiment.
Sensex tanks over 450 points in early trade; Nifty slips below 14,800
By hindustantimes.com, Mumbai
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 09:22 AM IST
Kotak Bank was the top loser in the Sensex pack, shedding over 2 per cent, followed by HDFC, TCS, ICICI Bank, Bajaj Auto, Tech Mahindra, M&M and Maruti.
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Rajasthan Police Constable Recruitment 2019 answer keys released, direct link
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:57 PM IST
- Rajasthan police has released the answer keys for Rajasthan police constable recruitment 2019 exam on its official website.
IIM Rohtak IPM aptitude test 2021 : Today is the last day to apply, know details
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:34 PM IST
- The online registration for IIM Rohtak's Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) Aptitude Test will close on Tuesday, May 11.
Central Railways Recruitment 2021: Apply for Medical Practitioners posts
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:02 PM IST
Central Railways will recruit candidates for Medical Practitioners posts. Eligible candidates can apply for the posts by appearing for walk in interview.
Indian Army Common Entrance Exam scheduled on May 30 postponed
ANI |
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 12:57 PM IST
In view of the current COVID-19 situation, the Common Entrance Examination (CEE) scheduled on 30 May been postponed till further orders.
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Corona numbers on the decline in Delhi, lockdown was successful: Arvind Kejriwal
By hindustantimes.com, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:57 PM IST
- “Corona cases are going down in Delhi, so is the second wave. With your cooperation lockdown was successful,” Arvind Kejriwal said during his live broadcast.
Allow more pharma companies to manufacture Covid vaccine: Delhi CM to Centre
By Abhishek Dey
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 01:39 PM IST
Kejriwal said while the Delhi government aims vaccinate the entire adult population of the Capital in three months, they have only a few days’ stock of vaccine left. The entire country is facing a shortage of vaccines
Enable more firms to produce Covid-19 vaccines, Kejriwal urges Centre
Written by Prashasti Singh | Edited by Avik Roy, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 12:33 PM IST
Chief minister of Delhi Arvind Kejriwal said there was a need to allow firms other than the SII and Bharat Biotech to manufacture Covid-19 vaccines.
Partly cloudy sky with a chance of thunder, lightning in Delhi today
By HT Correspondent | Edited by Smriti Sinha
UPDATED ON MAY 11, 2021 08:33 AM IST
The minimum temperature on Tuesday is likely to be at 24 degrees Celsius (°C) while the maximum temperature is predicted to reach 39°C. The minimum temperature on Monday was 25°C, and the maximum temperature was 37°C
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Internal, entrance exam surveys: FYJC aspirants remain confused
By Ankita Bhatkhande
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 01:08 AM IST
The state education department’s move to conduct surveys asking students and schools for feasibility of internal assessments and entrance exams for Class 10, and first-year junior college (FYJC) admissions has created confusion in the absence of clear guidelines from the department
Mumbaiites say they’re being sent back sans shot, portal shows they got 1st dose
By Rupsa Chakraborty
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 01:05 AM IST
In the midst of vaccine shortage, there’s a new hassle
₹1,100-crore Mission Oxygen to add 1,000 MT in six months
By Surendra P Gangan, Mumbai
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 01:01 AM IST
To prepare for the third wave and take the state to self-sustainability in terms of oxygen supply for medical purposes, the Maharashtra government has planned a ₹1,100-crore Mission Oxygen
How Mumbai NGOs are helping spread the vaccine safety net
By Mehul R Thakkar, Mumbai
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 12:59 AM IST
As the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has made it compulsory for citizens across all age groups to have a prior online appointment for vaccination, several non-government organisations (NGO) and corporators have stepped forward to help slum dwellers who have no access to smartphones and internet or don’t know how to use the booking app or portal
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Jasleen Matharu reacts to kissing Anup Jalota on Bigg Boss 12, calls it ‘mazaak’
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 02:01 PM IST
- Jasleen Matharu said that her peck on Anup Jalota’s cheek during Bigg Boss 12 was a joke. She maintained that it is no big deal for them.
Anita shows new way to workout with son: 'As long as you are active and happy'
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 11:22 AM IST
- Anita Hassanandani has showed her fans a new way to have a 'happy' workout that also involved her baby Aaravv. The actor shared a video in which she is seen doing different moves and at one point also jogs along with her baby's stroller.
Amit Kumar admits he ‘did not enjoy’ Kishore Kumar tribute on Indian Idol 12
UPDATED ON MAY 11, 2021 11:02 AM IST
Kishore Kumar’s son Amit Kumar admitted that he ‘did not enjoy’ the recent Indian Idol 12 episode he was a part of. He said that he was asked to praise everyone, no matter how they sang, and he did so.
Nikki Tamboli deletes emotional note on brother’s death, shares new post
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021 08:34 AM IST
- Nikki Tamboli deleted an Instagram post in which she talked about struggling emotionally after losing her brother to Covid-19 earlier this month. See her new post here.
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Climate crisis: Be the Indian elephant
By Arunabha Ghosh
UPDATED ON MAY 10, 2021 06:47 PM IST
Like the virus, the climate crisis doesn’t recognise borders, occurs in waves, and affects some more than others. Draw up a plan
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A new chapter for the TRIPS waiver proposal
By Syed Akbaruddin
UPDATED ON MAY 10, 2021 06:32 PM IST
Last year, on October 2, India paired with South Africa and submitted to the WTO a proposal for a waiver so that, while responding to the pandemic, members do not have to implement, apply and enforce certain provisions of the Trade Related Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) Agreement
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Covid-19: For the BJP sangathan, it is time to deliver on seva
UPDATED ON MAY 10, 2021 06:41 PM IST
State units of the party, even where the BJP is not in power, competed with each other as they set about distributing food, medicines and essentials to those in need, especially the vulnerable who were left to fend for themselves during the lockdown
The second wave and the Indian State
By Yamini Aiyar
UPDATED ON MAY 09, 2021 10:32 PM IST
The Centre and states are at war, but India urgently needs a coordinated response. It’s not too late. But soon it will be