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16 Jun

Honda opens pre- launch bookings for BS 6 Civic diesel

editor0 CommentsBusinessAutomobile, Honda Cars

The BS 6 version of the Civic diesel is scheduled for an official launch in July and the pre-launch bookings are now open also on Honda's online sales platform 'Honda from Home', apart from its dealerships across the country. Honda Cars India on Tuesday announced that it has opened pre-launch bookings for BS 6 version of Civic diesel. At a time when several car makers are looking at steering away from diesel engines, Honda has underlined its commitment towards it and is unlikely to ditch it in the forseeable future. The BS 6 version of the Civic diesel is scheduled…

16 Jun

Delhi Heath Minister Satyendar Jain Hospitalised

editor0 CommentsNorth East

New Delhi: Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain was admitted to hospital last night with high fever and complaints of breathing trouble, a day after he attended a meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and others. The Delhi minister, who is being treated at Rajiv Gandhi Super Specialty Hospital, has tested negative for coronavirus. In a tweet this morning, the 55-year-old Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader wrote: "Due to high grade fever and a sudden drop of my oxygen levels last night I have been admitted to RGSSH. Will keep everyone updated (sic)". Replying to the post,…

16 Jun

The Maruti Suzuki Alto Has Been India’s Best Selling Car For 16 Years

editor0 CommentsBusinessAutomobile, Maruti Suzuki

The Maruti Suzuki Alto has been a strong seller for the company ever since it's launch. It's now the best-selling car for the past 16 years in a row. Launched in September 2000, the Alto was popular amongst those who wanted a new car and one that was affordable too. The Alto's legacy spans across two decades and it's been India's bestselling car since 2004. When it was launched in 2000, the Alto was seen as a premium offering, as in many ways it was a replacement for the very popular Zen. True to Maruti Suzuki's India strategy though, the…

16 Jun

Delhi Health Minister Admitted To Hospital, Tested For Coronavirus

editor0 CommentsHealthDelhi, Health

Last week, Arvind Kejriwal had tested negative for corona-virus after he went into self-isolation at his home. He had a bout of fever and throat pain. Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain attended a meeting on Sunday where Amit Shah was present. Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain was admitted to hospital last night with high fever and complaints of breathing trouble, a day after he attended a meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and others. He was tested this morning for coronavirus at Rajiv Gandhi Super Specialty Hospital, where he's being treated. In a tweet this…

16 Jun

Sushant Singh Rajput’s sister-in-law passes away; couldn’t bear the loss of the actor

editor0 CommentsEntertainmentSSR

Sushant Singh Rajput's demise has left a permanent void in the film industry. Bollywood has lost a talented actor at a very young age. According to the reports, Sushant committed suicide at his residence. He was 34 and was reportedly going through a rough time emotionally. And now, as per latest reports, Sushant's cousin brother's wife, Sudha Devi has passed away at his native, Purnia in Bihar. The report further stated that she couldn't bear the loss of the actor. She took her last breath when Sushant's funeral was being conducted in Mumbai. The report also stated that she had stopped eating after she got…

16 Jun

“Maybe we didn’t deserve you” Vivek Oberoi’s tribute to Sushant Singh Rajput will melt your hearts

editor0 CommentsEntertainmentBollywood, SSR

On Monday, Vivek Oberoi attended the funeral of Sushant Singh Rajput which took place at Vile Parle in Mumbai. Later in the day, Vivek took to Instagram to express his grief and also paid tribute to SSR. In his post, he wrote, "Being at Sushant's cremation today was so heartbreaking. I wish I could have shared my personal experience and helped him ease his pain." https://www.instagram.com/p/CBdxpV4nnKD/?utm_source=ig_embed Vivek went on to add, "I wish he stopped to think of family, friends and the millions of fans who are feeling this tragic loss today... he would have realised how much people CARE!"The actor also shared how tragic it…

15 Jun

Complete Lockdown in Chennai.

editor0 CommentsNorth East

Tamil Nadu chief minister Edappadi K Palaniswami on Monday announced an intense lockdown in Chennai and parts of three neighbouring districts for 12 days, beginning on June 19. However, certain relaxations have been given.The chief minister announced Rs 1,000 cash support to all ration card holders of areas under intense lockdown. Similarly, similar assistance would be extended to all members of unorganised welfare boards and other welfare boards, the chief minister said. Mr. Palaniswami’s announcement followed recommendations by public health and medical experts and a discussion in the Cabinet meeting held this afternoon. He said that on June 21 and…

15 Jun

Maruti Suzuki Alto continues its leadership

editor0 CommentsBusinessAutomobile, Maruti, Suzuki

Maruti Suzuki Alto has been crowned India’s best-selling car for 16 years in a row. Alto has consistently remained the preferred choice of first time car buyers. Launched in September 2000, Alto witnessed a consistent rise in popularity over the years to become a symbol of pride for the Indian car buyers. The Alto legacy spans across two decades, with Alto becoming India's bestselling car in 2004. The Alto’s winning proposition is its unique blend of compact modern design, easy manoeuvrability, high fuel efficiency and upgraded safety and comfort features. The convenient functional aspect of the Alto, coupled with stylish…

15 Jun

India seeks return of two officials missing in Pakistan

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CLOSE ON the heels of a series of incidents that have inflamed bilateral ties, India Monday summoned Pakistan’s Acting High Commissioner Syed Haider Shah and issued a demarche demanding the return of two officials of the Indian High Commission who were reportedly arrested in Islamabad. The two officials have been missing since Monday morning. Pakistan TV channel Geo News claimed in a report that Islamabad Police had arrested two Indian High Commission officials for allegedly attempting to flee after their vehicle hit a pedestrian.

15 Jun

Ladakh standoff: India, China continue talks in Galwan valley.

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Talks are underway between India and China at the Brigade Commander and Commanding Officer (CO) level in the Galwan area of Eastern Ladakh to resolve the stand-off, defence sources said on Monday. "There has been limited disengagement of troops at more locations due to the continuous rounds of talks going on between the two sides," they said.Sources said that after the June 6 talks between Military commanders followed by other rounds of talks, there has not been any considerable build-up activity by both sides and Chinese aggressive behaviour has also been toned down, they said. At the military commanders' meet,…