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26 May

Yash Raj Films, led by Aditya Chopra is contemplating launching their very own OTT channel.

editor0 CommentsNorth East

With the pandemic still raging, although certain locations have seen theatres resume business, OTT platforms that saw an increase in subscribers continue to enjoy a stable stream of viewers hungry for entertainment. Given this sudden and forced change in terms of content consumption, a number of filmmakers have been opting to release their films on OTT platforms. Now, we hear that one of India’s largest Bollywood production houses Yash Raj Films, led by Aditya Chopra is also contemplating launching their very own OTT channel.“OTT platforms have become the go to choice for the audience during the pandemic. In fact, almost…

26 May

IMA stated that an amount of Rs 1,000 crore will be demanded from Ramdev if he does not post a video countering the statements against allopathic doctors

editor0 CommentsNorth EastRAMDEV

The Indian Medical Association (IMA), Uttarakhand has sent a Rs 1,000-crore defamation notice to Patanjali founder Baba Ramdev over remarks made by him concerning allopathic doctors. In the notice, the IMA stated that an amount of Rs 1,000 crore will be demanded from Ramdev if he does not post a video countering the statements against allopathic doctors and sends a written apology within the next 15 days. IMA Uttarakhand President Dr Ajay Khanna said a letter has been sent to the Chief Minister and the Chief Secretary on Monday evening regarding this defamation notice. "In the letter, it is written…

26 May

Buddha Jayanti 2021: Here are some beautiful quotes by the Enlightened One

editor0 CommentsNorth EastBuddha Purnima, Gautam Buddha, history, INDIA

May 26 marks Buddha Jayanti 2021. Falling on the full moon day, this auspicious occasion commemorates the birth anniversary of the enlightened Gautam Buddha. Also known as Buddha Purnima, this day is celebrated with great enthusiasm and joy across the globe. Gautam Buddha imparted his profound knowledge on peace, life, that continues to inspire, guide humanity till today. This auspicious occasion falls on ‘Purnima’ or a full moon day. Buddha Purnima, also known as Vesak, is the most important festival for the followers of Buddhism across the world. On Buddha Purnima, the Mahabodhi temple in Bodhgaya is beautified with colourful decorations, and special…

26 May

Here’s what you should keep in mind before opting for Oxygen support at home

editor0 CommentsHealthCovid-19, Health, INDIA, oxygen

Dr Sanjay Shah, consultant, general physician, Fortis Hospital Mulund explains that oxygenation should be preferred when blood oxygen levels (SpO2) readings drop below 94 per cent. “Ideal oxygen levels should be between 95-99 per cent. While no oxygen therapy can instantly boost oxygen levels or restore them to normal, Covid patients should aim to achieve a saturation of up to 92 per cent. Achieving 100 per cent saturation shouldn’t be done when the body is sick. This may exhaust your resources quicker — whether it is a concentrator or cylinder that you use,” he says. What is an oxygen concentrator?…

26 May

WhatsApp sues Indian govt, says new media rules mean end to privacy

editor0 CommentsBusiness, TechnologywhatsApp policy

WhatsApp has filed a lawsuit in the Delhi High Court against the government's new digital rules that take effect today, saying these would compel it to break privacy protections to users.The Facebook-owned messaging service filed its petition on Tuesday against the rules that will require it to "trace" the origin of messages sent on the service, which is says is a violation of privacy. "Requiring messaging apps to 'trace' chats is the equivalent of asking us to keep a fingerprint of every single message sent on WhatsApp, which would break end-to-end encryption and fundamentally undermines people's right to privacy," WhatsApp,…

26 May

Covid-19 variant first detected in India found in at least 53 territories: WHO

editor0 CommentsNorth Eastcovin19, who

The coronavirus variant first detected in India has now been officially recorded in 53 territories, a World Health Organization report showed Wednesday. Additionally, the WHO has received information from unofficial sources that the B.1.617 variant has been found in seven other territories, figures in the UN health agency's weekly epidemiological update showed, taking the total to 60. The report said B.1.617 had shown increased transmissibility, while disease severity and risk of infection were under investigation.Globally over the past week, the number of new cases and deaths continued to decrease, with around 4.1 million new cases and 84,000 new deaths reported…

26 May

IPL may resume in 3rd week of September in UAE with several double-headers

editor0 CommentsNorth EastIPL 2021, SPORTS

The postponed Indian Premier League will resume tentatively on September 18 or 19 in the UAE with as many as 10 double-headers expected to be played during a three-week window, a senior BCCI official told PTI on Tuesday. The final might be held on October 9 or 10. The three-week window will be enough for the league to complete its remaining 31 games for the season, a win-win scenario for all the primary stakeholders including the BCCI, franchises and broadcasters. Earlier, the IPL was suspended indefinitely midway on May 4 after COVID-19 cases started emerging in a couple of franchise…

26 May

Amway organizes virtual sessions encouraging healthier life

editor0 CommentsBusiness, HealthAmway India, World Asthma Day, World Health Day, World Laughter Day

Amway India, one of the country’s leading FMCG Direct Selling Companies, kick started the awareness campaign to encourage ‘Health and Hygiene’ practices. Consistently promoting healthy living with a clear focus on supporting immunity through nutrition, Amway took this initiative. The campaign, launched on Amway’s 23rd anniversary in India, aims at spreading awareness on how the right nutrition can help in building a healthy lifestyle. The campaign is being supported through a series of virtual sessions with panels of doctors and nutrition experts. Under the campaign, the doctors and nutrition experts are joining in to provide pertinent information relevant to the…

26 May

Surat sees rise in Covid-19 cases in Children: No deaths reported

editor0 CommentsHealthchildren, covid, Health, INDIA, Surat

In Surat, more than 560 children, all up to 10 years, tested positive for the virus in the first wave of Covid-19, while the cases increased nearly three-fold with around 1,700 children being affected during the second wave. However, no fatality was reported among the age group. The data comes amid apprehensions that children would be severely infected during the third Covid-19 wave. AIIMS Director Dr Randeep Guleria, however, recently stated that the fears were not based on facts. According to the data shared by Surat Municipal Corporation’s (SMC) health department, between April and December 2020, the first wave of…

26 May

Lincoln Pharmaceuticals reports 28.33% rise net profit

editor0 CommentsBusinessEBITDA, Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Q4FY21

Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Limited has reported net profit of Rs. 11.85-crore in Q4FY21 as against net profit of Rs. 9.23-crore in the corresponding period last year, growth of 28.33%. Net revenue from operations in Q4FY21 was reported at Rs. 77.54-crore, higher by 3.03% over previous fiscal’s same period net revenue from operations of Rs. 75.26-crore. Company reported EBITDA of Rs. 16.74-crore in Q4FY21, rise of 28.25% as compared to Rs. 13.05-crore in the corresponding period last year. EPS for Q4FY21 was at Rs. 5.92 per share as compared to Rs. 4.62 in the corresponding period last year. Company has recommended dividend…