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07 Jun

Karnataka’s Covid recoveries cross 24-lakh mark

editor0 CommentsNorth EastCoronavirus, Covid-19, vaccination

Continuing its upward trend, recovery of patients from Covid crossed the 24-lakh mark in Karnataka, while 320 patients succumbed to the infection in the last 24 hours, said the state health bulletin on Sunday. “With 25,659 patients discharged during the day, 24,09,417 recovered so far, while 12,209 new cases were registered on Saturday, taking the state’s Covid tally to 26,95,523, including 2,54,505 active cases,” said the bulletin. As epicentre of the pandemic in the state, Bengaluru reported 2,944 fresh cases, taking its Covid tally to 11,83,126, including 1,17,340 active cases, while recoveries rose to 10,50,910, with 10,224 patients discharged during…

07 Jun

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle blessed with daughter

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle welcomed their daughter Lilibet "Lili" Diana Mountbatten-Windsor on Friday, The name Lilibet is the Hebrew version of the name Elizabeth, and it means "God’s promise," according to The Bump’s name dictionary., Meanwhile, Lili’s middle name Diana is meant to honor Harry’s late mother Princess Diana, who passed away in 1997. The name Diana has Latin roots that date back to ancient Rome and means "divine," according to The Bump. Her first name was reportedly chosen to honor great-grandmother Queen Elizabeth II, 95, who goes by the same as a nickname. Lili is the second great-grandchild to be named after the queen and princess. Her…

07 Jun

Delhi Unlocks: Metro passengers break rules on Day 1

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On the very first day Delhi Metro rail services resumed its operations after nearly a month of complete suspension due to the raging second wave of Covid -19 pandemic, commuters on Monday were seen breaking norms put in place. During metro rides from East Delhi’s Nirman Vihar metro station to Rajiv Chowk (in the bule line), and from Rajiv Chowk to INA Market (yellow line), despite regular announcements at metro stations that standing passengers were now allowed, rules were not followed. Complying with Delhi Disaster Management Authority’s (DDMA) guidelines on Covid appropriate behaviour, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) started…

07 Jun

Dilip Kumar on oxygen support after experiencing breathlessness, will be discharged in 2-3 days

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Dilip Kumar, 98, who was admitted to Hinduja Hospital in Khar, Mumbai after he complained of breathlessness on Sunday (June 6), is currently stable. The official Twitter handle of the veteran actor shared a health update late last evening. As per the tweet, the doctors who have been closely monitoring the 98-year-old actor have said that he should be discharged in the next two to three days. The post also included an appeal to fans and followers to stay away from speculation. ''Don't believe in WhatsApp forwards,'' it stated. Speaking to a news daily, Dilip Kumar's wife Saira Banu also…

07 Jun

COVID-19: Sonu Sood urges privileged to help needy, says ‘they need us’

editor0 CommentsNorth EastSONU SOOD

Actor and social worker Sonu Sood appealed to privileged section of the society to help the needy during the coronavirus pandemic. “It's high time the privileged ones come forward and support such needy families. They need us. Please find them because they might not be able to find you,” Sonu Sood tweeted. His post comes after learning about the case of a 19-year-old girl who lost her brother and father due to Covid. "City: Nagpur. Day:1 Mother, Father, Brother and Sister all tested positive.Day:7 Brother dies, Mom and Dad who are critical are not informed. Day: 9 Father dies without…

07 Jun

2 trains collide in Pakistan; 30 killed, 50 injured

editor0 CommentsNorth EastPAKISTAN

Two passenger trains collided near Dharki, a city in the Ghotki District in upper Sindh province of Pakistan, killing at least 30 people and injuring 50 more on Monday morning. Reports suggest that the Sir Syed Express train, which was heading towards Lahore collided with the Millat Express which was derailed on the way to Sargodha from Karachi. The major accident, in which bogies of the Millat Express train overturned, took place near Dharki, a city located in the Ghotki district of upper Sindh, it said. Villagers, rescuers, and policemen were transferring the deceased and injured passengers to nearby hospitals,…

06 Jun

Bengaluru ‘most liveable city’

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According to the Government's 'Ease of Living Index', Bengaluru has emerged as the most liveable city in India, followed by Pune, Ahmedabad, Chennai and Surat. Out of the 49 cities ranked on livability index in the 'million plus population' category, Delhi figures 13th. More than 32 lakh people across 111 cities of India participated in a 'Citizen Perception Survey', holding a weightage of 30 per cent.Bengaluru catapulted from 58th rank in EoLI 2018 to the top, bumping down the former topper, Pune, to second place.

05 Jun

Prabha Khaitan Foundation

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Prabha Khaitan Foundation marked the launch of its initiatives with ‘The Write Circle’ in Guwahati. The session is an insightful discussion with the international actor Kabir Bedi on his autobiography ‘Stories I Must Tell: The Emotional Life of an Actor’. The Write Circle is an English literary initiative of Prabha Khaitan Foundation. The conversation with the actor was carried out by Ms Nilisha Agarwal – Ehsaas woman of Kolkata. The interactive session brought together authors, conversationalists and literature enthusiasts, and media fraternity to focus on rejoicing literature. ‘Stories I Must Tell’ delves into actor Kabir Bedi’s life and his exciting stories of Bollywood,…

05 Jun

Dear BJP, why do you hate Delhi, AAP asks as Centre ‘blocks’ ration scheme

editor0 CommentsNorth EastDelhi

The Delhi government and Centre has yet engaged in a tussle now and this time it's not about COVID-19 but over the distribution of rations which has been started by the govt of national capital. The Delhi govt has accused the Centre saying that it has blocked plans to launch the doorstep delivery of rations from next week. Chief minister Arvind Kejriwal's office issued a statement in which it was claimed that no approval from the Centre is required for such a scheme and the ongoing legal cases too do not deter the launch of the scheme as there has…

05 Jun

World Environment Day 2021: Bollywood celebrities urge fans to plant more trees and keep environment clean & green

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World Environment Day is globally celebrated every year on June 5 and is the United Nations' principal amplifier to encourage awareness and action for the protection of the environment. The theme for this year is 'Ecosystem Restoration' and brings into focus the critical importance of preserving eco-fragility for collective well-being. "The pandemic has shown us that if we stay oblivious to the destruction of eco-diversity, we will pay dearly. Only proactive synergy between all stakeholders can protect the environment," says Bikrant Tiwary, CEO of Grow-Trees.com (GT). On June 5, Grow-Trees.com is also celebrating its Founder's Day and 11 eventful years…