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11 Feb

India reports 13% dip in new Covid cases

editor0 CommentsCovid-19, IndiaCovid-19

India reported 58,077 fresh Covid infections in a span of 24 hours on Friday, which is around 13 per cent lower than those reported on previous day. On Thursday, the country had seen 67,084 new Covid cases. In the last 24 hours, a total 657 deaths were reported, taking the toll to 5,07,177, said the Union Health ministry on Friday morning. The active Covid case has been reduced to 6,97,802, which constitutes 1.64 per cent of the country’s total positive cases. The recovery of 1,50,407 patients in the last 24 hours has increased the cumulative tally to 4,13,31,158. Consequently, India’s…

11 Feb

Mughal Gardens to open from Feb 12; entry through online booking only

editor0 CommentsIndiaThe Mughal Gardens

The Mughal Gardens will be opened for the general public from February 12, 2022 to March 16, 2022. Eleven varieties of tulips in six colours, 138 kinds roses, over 20 types of creepers and 70 different seasonal plants are awaiting for the visitors at the annual ‘Udyanotsav’ at Mughal Gardens at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. The much awaited winter-to-spring event of the national capital will be opened for common public on all days from February 12 till March 16 except Mondays. Apart from these, there are ‘Flower Carpets’ in magnificent designs on display in the Central Lawns. The dominant colour scheme…

10 Feb

Hero MotoSports Team Line-Up with Top International Rider

editor0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaHero MotoSports, International Rider

Hero MotoSports Team Rally, the motorsport team of the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters-Hero MotoCorp–has further strengthened its rider line-up by bringing onboard leading international rider, Ross Branch. A top athlete and a trained commercial pilot from Botswana, Ross Branch is a three-time South African Cross Country Champion and a seven-time winner of the Botswana 1000 Desert Race–earning the nickname “Kalahari Ferrari”.Ross is a known face in the Dakar bivouac, having participated in the rally on four consecutive occasions now. He has an impressive track record at the Dakar, winning the Rookie category in his debut attempt in…

10 Feb

Karnataka BJP MLA’s Rape Comment, Then An Apology

editor0 CommentsBreaking News, India, PoliticalHijab Row, karnataka

On the basis of Hijab Row, Karnataka BJP MLA MP Renukacharya on Wednesday claimed that rape cases are increasing as some dresses worn by women 'excite' men, as he tried to make his case for girl students in colleges to either wear uniform or dress that fully cover their body. Later realising that his remarks would lead to controversy, the political secretary to the Chief Minister said that he would apologise to women, if his statement has hurt them. The Honnali MLA was reacting to Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's tweet regarding the hijab row. "Whether it is a bikini,…

10 Feb

Apex Medical body warns the Medical Aspirants

editor0 CommentsCovid-19, Education, Health, India, International, worldChina, education, medical

National Medical Commission (NMC) has asked medical aspirants from India to stay vigilant while applying to any of the medical universities of China because it has restricted the entry of foreign students. The top medical education regulator of India NMC has issued its advisory for medical students after the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) warned against China universities that is offering admissions in medical colleges. The medical universities of China have informed that the courses will be conducted online because of Coronavirus expansion. The NMC has declared that the online medical courses will not be recognized by the commission. It…

10 Feb

Five lighthouses in Odisha poised for eco-tourism makeover on PPP mode

editor0 CommentsIndialighthouse, odisha

Odisha’s five lighthouses, which have been providing safe voyage to mariners and navigators since the British era, will be developed into eco-tourism destinations on Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model as a part of a country-wide programme to give infrastructure facelift to these Victorian age coastal establishments. The central government has initiated action for the development of tourism at five lighthouses-Gopalpur (Ganjam) Puri lighthouse (Puri), Chandrabhaga (Puri), Paradip (Jagatsinghpur), and False Point (Kendrapara)- in Odisha on Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, the union minister of ports, shipping and waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal replying to a query by BJD MP Prashanta Nanda told the Rajya…

09 Feb

Domino’s, Honda join other MNCs, apologise over Kashmir post

editor0 CommentsIndiaDomino's, Honda, kashmir

Pizza chain Domino's and Honda have apologised for hurting sentiments of Indians by social media posts of their business associates in Pakistan supporting separatists in Kashmir. In a social media post, Domino's India said it is committed to the Indian market, "having called it home for more than 25 years, and has the utmost respect for the people, culture and spirit of nationalism of the country". "We stand here to protect its legacy forever. We respect and honour everything the country has to offer," the pizza chain said. It said, "We regret and apologise for the unsolicited social media post…

08 Feb

Hijab row: Karnataka CM declares 3-day holiday to schools, colleges

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The hijab-row triggered protests in Karnataka spread across the state on Tuesday, with campuses witnessing 'conflict-like' situations marked by stone-pelting incidents, use of force by police and the Muslim girls standing their ground for wearing the headscarves, prompting calls for peace and calm both by the government and the High Court, which is now looking into the students' plea for their right to their hijab. As the issue snowballed into a major controversy, the government declared three days holidays for educational institutions across the state, even as voices across the country came in for and against the hijab issue. Protests…

08 Feb

Heart patients must closely monitor their heart health

editor0 CommentsBusiness, Health, IndiaHeart patients

India continues to see a spike in the incidence of heart ailments and diseases. patients who are at high risk of Heart Failure must be aware of the advanced and high performing medical devices available today in India to help prevent and reduce the incidence of fatalities. Dr Dipankar Das, Interventional Cardiologist, Narayana Super speciality Hospital, Guwahati, urges heart patients in India to closely monitor their heart health and not ignore any worrisome symptoms. Heart Failure refers to the heart's inability to pump enough blood to meet the body's needs and is often misunderstood by masses. A heart in Heart…

08 Feb

Fruity moodbreaks range by KITKAT

editor0 CommentsBreaking News, IndiaFruity moodbreaks, KITKAT

KITKAT has launched MoodBreaks range with multi-coloured KITKAT fingers in fruity flavours. KITKAT moodbreaks will be available pan-India at a price point of INR 30/- The brand comes up with this unique innovation. The new range has two new never-seen-before mixed-fruit flavour with vibrant pink and brown fingers and mango flavour with bright yellow and brown fingers. People can choose from these colourful KITKAT fingers to brighten their moods in everyday breaks. Bollywood actress Sanya Malhotra has associated with KITKAT with previous brand ambassador and Bollywood star Ayushman Khurrana. Commenting on the new launches, Rupali Rattan, Head – Confectionery Business…