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Delhi MBA Student Blackmailed Over Nude Video, 1 Arrested: Police Original
Upset over his situation, the victim drank phenyl to die by suicide (Representational) New Delhi: The main accused who allegedly kidnapped an MBA student, blackmailed him at gunpoint to shoot a nude video and later threatened to make it viral have been arrested by Delhi Police. After questioning the accused, the police are now conducting raids to arrest the other accused involved in the incident. The student lives with his family in a colony located in RK Puram.
PM Modi Congratulates As 75 Per Cent Of Adults Get Fully Vaccinated
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today congratulated citizens of the country as 75 per cent of India's adult population got fully vaccinated. "75 per cent of all adults are fully vaccinated. Congratulations to our fellow citizens for this momentous feat. Proud of all those who are making our vaccination drive a success," tweeted PM Modi on Sunday. 75% of all adults are fully vaccinated. Congratulations to our fellow citizens for this momentous feat.
Protest After Assam Cops Shoot Student Kirtti Kamal Bora On Leg Over Drug Peddler Suspicion
The incident took place on Saturday night. (Representational) Assam: A massive protest was staged by students in Assam's Nagaon today against the police after cops shot a former student leader on suspicion of being a drug peddler. The incident took place on Saturday night. The protest saw students blocking a highway and raising slogans against Assam police and Nagaon SP Anand Mishra for "brutality" against the former student leader.
Omicron In Community Transmission Stage, Dominant Strain In Cities
The INSACOG reports genomic surveillance of SARS CoV -2 across the country (File) New Delhi: The Omicron variant of the coronavirus is in the community transmission stage in the country and has become dominant in several metros where new cases have been spiking exponentially, INSACOG said in its latest bulletin.
Delhi Bans Drones, Other Flying Objects Ahead Of R-Day Amid Terror Threat
Republic Day: Defying the order shall be punishable, the order concluded. New Delhi: The Delhi-National Capital Region has been put under a "very high-security" cover after police received inputs from Intelligence agencies about a possible terror attack, officials said on Tuesday. Operation of sub-conventional aerial platforms including drones, hot air balloons, paragliders, etc have been banned in Delhi from January 20, the Delhi Police said today.
Madhya Pradesh Schools Shut Till Jan 31, Religious Gatherings Banned
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15,617 New Covid Cases In Bengaluru, 44% Higher Than Yesterday
The state reported 10 deaths, out of which 6 were from Bengaluru. (File) Bengaluru: Bengaluru today reported 15,617 fresh Covid cases, a jump of 44 per cent compared to yesterday's numbers (14,473) while Karnataka logged 21,390 new cases with a positivity rate of 10.96%. The state reported 10 deaths, out of which 6 were from Bengaluru. Currently, there are 93,009 active cases in the state with Bengaluru amounting to nearly 73,000 of them. About 1,541 people were discharged in the last 24 hours.
Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao Attacks Centre Over Fertilizer Price Hike
Chief Minister Rao will write a letter to PM Modi over the price hike. (File) Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao today strongly protested the Central government's decision to increase the price of fertilisers, which according to him, will put the agriculture sector into a crisis and break the backbone of the farming community in the country. Chief Minister Rao will write a letter to PM Modi over the price hike.
Lizard In Mid-Day Meal Sambhar, 70 Students In Karnataka Hospitalised
Doctors treating the students have confirmed that the students are out of danger (Representational) Chamarajanagar: Around 70 students fell ill after consuming mid-day meal in a government school in Vadakehalla village of Karnataka's Chamarajanagar district. The incident came to light on Monday after students complained of stomach pain and vomiting. They were all rushed to nearby hospitals. Doctors treating the students have confirmed that the students are out of danger.
Every 4th Covid Test Now Positive In Delhi, 19,000 New Cases
The number of cases might be down due to low testing on weekends. (File) New Delhi: Delhi today reported 19,166 cases, slightly lower than yesterday's number (22,751) in the last 24 hours. Every fourth person getting tested for Covid in the city is being found positive. The positivity rate in the national capital stood at 25 per cent, the highest since May 5. The city also reported 17 deaths. The number of cases might be down due to low testing on weekends.
"My Pride": Madhya Pradesh Cop Suspended For Refusing To Trim Moustache
The order said that Mr Rana has grown his moustache in an "absurd" manner that looks "ugly" Bhopal: A Madhya Pradesh Police constable has been suspended for refusing to cut his hair and trim his "absurd" and "ugly" moustache. Constable Rakesh Rana, posted as a driver in the state police's transport wing, had been instructed to trim his moustache but failed to follow the order. He was, therefore, suspended with immediate effect, the order said.
44,388 New Covid Cases in Maharashtra, 12 Deaths In A Day
The financial capital now has 111,437 active Covid cases. Mumbai: Maharashtra reported 44,388 new COVID-19 cases and 12 Covid-related deaths in the state today. The state tally of COVID-19 positive patients stands at 69,20,044. There are 2,02,259 active cases in the state. Some 207 patients in the state are infected with the Omicron variant. Of these, 155 have been reported by BJ medical College and 52 have been reported by National Institute of Virology.
Mumbai Reports 20,318 New Covid Cases, Marginally Lower Than Yesterday
Of the total cases, 82 per cent are asymptomatic, down from yesterday's 84 per cent. (File) Mumbai: Mumbai on Saturday reported 20,318 cases in the last 24 hours, marginally lower than yesterday's 20,971. The city logged 5 Covid-related deaths. Of the total cases, 82 per cent are asymptomatic, down from yesterday's 84 per cent. 1,257 patients have been hospitalised today with Covid and of them, 108 are on oxygen support. About 6,003 people recovered and were discharged as of today's report.
Only double vaccinated people to get Chennai local train tickets from January 10 to 31, says railways
There won't be any exception and the rule will also apply to season ticket holders too. (File) Chennai: Only those with a double vaccination certificate would be allowed to travel by Chennai local trains from January 10 till 31 January, the Southern Railway announced today. Passengers without the certificate will not be able to purchase tickets, the railways said amid the spurt in Covid cases due to the Omicron wave.
Europe Sleepwalked Into an Energy Crisis That Could Last Years
Russia stands poised to further cement its position as Europe's top supplier. The retired salt caverns, aquifers, and fuel depots that hold Europe's stockpiles of natural gas have never been so empty at this point in winter.
Mumbai's 37% Covid Cases Omicron; 141 Residents Had No Travel History
Out of these 141, 93 are fully vaccinated, and 3 have taken one dose of coronavirus vaccine. (File) Mumbai: 37% of positive COVID-19 samples detected in Mumbai between December 21-December 22 are of the Omicron variant, said the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Friday. Of the 375 samples collected, 141 were detected to be of the Omicron variant and none of these cases have any travel history.
White Pre-Christmas As Hailstorm Hits Meghalaya's Shillong
The temperature dropped to 6 degrees celsius as the hill station turned white. Shillong: A massive hailstorm, accompanied by thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, hit Meghalaya's Shillong today. The temperature dropped to 6 degrees celsius as the hill station turned white. The streets of the northeastern city were covered with a thick sheet of snow, causing a bit of traffic trouble in the region.
Pics: Navy Warships Light Up Visakhapatnam Coast
Colourful flares were also fired from the ships during the illumination display. Visakhapatnam: Three Indian Naval ships of the Eastern Naval Command lit up Visakhapatnam's RK Beach in a dazzling sight on Sunday evening. The celebrations were part of the Navy Day, celebrated every year on December 4. Colourful flares were also fired from the ships during the illumination display.
Watch: As Fire Brings Down Wedding, Guests Keep Eating In Maharashtra
The incident took place reportedly due to firecrackers on Sunday evening. Thane: In a bizarre display of love for food, guests keep relishing delicacies served during a wedding despite the marriage hall behind them bursting into flames in Bhiwandi in Maharashtra's Thane. In a now-viral video, two men can be seen enjoying their food without bothering about the catastrophic fire in the background. Despite the commotion, they remain seated and keep on eating.
Watch: Black Paint Thrown On Maharashtra Minister's Residence; 5 Detained
The agitation begin on October 28 but intensified on November 9. Mumbai: Black oil paint was thrown on the official residence of Maharashtra Transport Minister Anil Parab today by around 4-5 protestors, who were later detained, over the ongoing state transport strike issue. For the last 27 days, Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) staffers have been demanding a merger of the undertaking with the state government.
Thane Couples Protest Mumbai Civic Body's Cycle Track During Wedding
Citizen activists have been protesting the cycle track which is said to be a "destructive project". Thane: The young brides and grooms in a wedding in Maharashtra's Thane used their special day to do their bit to save the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Vihar Lake and Powai Lake from Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) cycle track project also called - Green Wheels Along the Blue Lines.
Google Doodle Marks Cancer Research Pioneer Ramal Ranadive's Birthday
The doodle was illustrated by India-based guest artist Ibrahim Rayintakath. New Delhi: Google today celebrated Indian cell biologist Dr Kamal Ranadive's 104th birthday with a meticulously-crafted doodle. Kamal Ranadive is best known for her groundbreaking cancer research and devotion to creating a more equitable society through science and education.
Delhi Cinema Halls, Theatres Can Run At Full Capacity From Monday
Delhi is witnessing a constant decline in COVID-19 cases. (Representational) New Delhi: Cinema halls, theatres, multiplexes will reopen with full seating capacity from Monday, the Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) said on Friday, also increasing the number of people allowed to attend weddings, funerals from 100 to 200.
Actor Rajinikanth Admitted To Chennai Hospital, Staff Says "Routine Check-up"
The Kauvery Hospital, where the 70-year-old actor is admitted, is yet to issue any statement. (File) Chennai: Megastar Rajinikanth was admitted at a hospital in Chennai on Thursday evening when he went in for a routine check-up. "I am told sir has gone for a routine check-up and he would return soon," Riaz K Ahmed, who handles the superstar's PR, told NDTV. The Kauvery Hospital, where the 70-year-old actor is admitted, is yet to issue any statement.
Delhi-Nainital Train Services Stopped As Heavy Rain Damages Tracks
Sixteen people have died in Uttarakhand since Sunday. Haldwani: A portion of the railway line connecting Kathgodam and Delhi collapsed in Uttarakhand's Haldwani earlier today as incessant rains continue to batter the hill-state for the third straight day today. The railway track, which runs along the banks of the Gaula River, has been completely damaged as the soil beneath it has given way as the river overflowed its banks. In one area, the line has curved leaving the line hanging in the air.
Actor Jacqueline Fernandez Skips Probe Agency Enforcement Directorate's Call For The 3rd Time
The actress cited "professional commitments" behind her no-show, as per sources. (File) New Delhi: Actor Jacqueline Fernandez today skipped her third summon by the Enforcement Directorate for questioning in connection with a money laundering case against fraudsters Sukesh Chandrasekar and his actor-wife Leena Paul. The actress cited "professional commitments" behind her no-show, as per sources.
Mumbai Drug Bust Case LIVE Updates: Court To Hear Aryan Khan Bail Plea Today
The 23-year-old and the other accused spent the night at the offices of the drugs control agency (File) New Delhi: Aryan Khan, son of movie star Shah Rukh Khan, bail plea will be heard at 11 am today in the Mumbai drugs-on-cruise case. He was sent to judicial custody by the Magistrate's court yesterday. Aryan Khan was supplied drugs by one of the other men arrested in the cruise ship drug bust, the anti-drugs agency said in court yesterday as it argued against the 23-year-old being given bail.
West Bengal Bypolls Results Live: Counting To Begin At 8 AM Amid Heavy Security
Mamata Banerjee must win the elections to enter the state assembly (File) Kolkata: The counting of votes for the West Bengal bypolls will begin in Kolkata at 8 am today amid heavy security deployment and the initial trends are expected to trickle down in the first hour itself. The polling was held in Bhabanipur, Jangipur and Samserganj assembly constituencies of the state on September 30.
Coronavirus India Live Updates: India Records 24,354 New Coronavirus Cases
Covid-19 cases in India: Kerala reported majority of new cases in India, 13,834, and 95 deaths. (File) New Delhi: India reported 24,354 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, a slight decrease of 8.8 per cent from Friday. The majority of cases were reported from Kerala -- 13,834 new cases in 24 hours. India's active caseload stands at 2,73,889, lowest in 197 days, which accounts for less than 0.81 per cent of total cases -- lowest since March 2020.
Coronavirus Live Updates: India Records 26,727 Fresh Covid Cases, At Least 277 Deaths
Covid-19 cases in India: The cumulative Covid cases rose to 3,37,66,707 with new infections. (File) New Delhi: India on Friday reported 26,727 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, an increase of 13 per cent from Thursday. The total number of coronavirus cases rose to 3,37,66,707 with the new infections. At least 277 related deaths were also reported in the last 24 hours, taking total fatalities to 4,48,339.
Coronavirus India Live Updates: India Records 23,529 New Daily Covid Cases, 311 Deaths
Covid-19 cases in India: The nation added 18,870 new coronavirus infections on Thursday. (File) New Delhi: India reported 23,529 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours on Thursday, an increase of 24 per cent from Wednesday when the country had recorded less than 20,000 cases. 311 related deaths were also reported in the last 24 hours. With this, the total number of coronavirus cases rose to 3,37,39,980 with the new infections, while the death count has reached 4,48,062.
From Slavery To Police Abuse, New Museum Documents US' Racist Past
The museum is part of a national reckoning on race and racism in America Washington: Slavery, lynchings, segregation, mass incarceration and police abuse: a museum that opens Friday in the state of Alabama traces a direct link between the racist past of the United States and today's inequalities. The Legacy Museum in the state capital of Montgomery is housed in a building where African captives were once held before being sold as slaves.
Coronavirus India Live Updates: India Records 18,870 New Daily Covid Cases, 378 Deaths
Covid-19 cases in India: The nation added 18,870 new coronavirus infections today. (File) New Delhi: India reported less than 20,000 Covid cases for the second day in a row, recording 18,870 new cases, just marginally higher than yesterday's figures (18,795), and taking the cumulative infections to 3,37,16,451, according to Union Health Ministry data. The country saw a jump in daily deaths over a 24-hour period - from 179 deaths yesterday, it touched 378 today, taking total deaths to 4,47,751.
Punjab Reduced To "Tamasha", Says Arvind Kejriwal On 2-Day Ludhiana Visit
Arvind Kejriwal will be addressing a press conference at 11 am today. Ludhiana: Creating political ground in an already politically heated state of Punjab with the Congress leadership in crisis, the AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday embarked on his 2-day visit to Ludhiana. Upon his arrival at the Chandigarh Airport, he spoke to the media at length where he said, "Whatever is happening in Punjab is very unfortunate. It has been reduced to "tamasha". People don't know where to go.
Highlights: "Extremism, Radicalisation Rise Greatest Threat To Global Peace," Says PM At SCO Meet
PM Modi virtually addresses the 21st Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today led the Indian delegation virtually at the annual summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) being held in Tajik capital city of Dushanbe.
On CCTV, Couple Hit By Speeding Car Dies After Falling From Flyover In Bengaluru
The car it seems tried to overtake another car and hit the bike riders at speed. Bengaluru: In a chilling rash driving accident on Tuesday night, caught on camera, a speeding car hit a couple on a two-wheeler in the middle of the Electronic City flyover in Bengaluru, leading to their death on the spot. The couple from Tamil Nadu had stopped their two-wheeler on a layby on the flyover when a speeding Maruti Baleno hit them from behind.
In A First, Telangana To Use Drones To Deliver Vaccines To Remote Corners
Telangana had launched its ambitious medicine from the sky project in 2019. (Representational) Hyderabad: Drones will soon be used to transport vaccines to healthcare centres that are not easily accessible by road under the Telangana government's "Medicine from the Sky" initiative. A trial project will begin on Saturday and the precious Covid vaccines are not going to be in the cargo for now till the project is finalised.
On Opening Of Public Spaces, BJP's Varied Stance In Delhi, Maharashtra
The party has a contrasting stand on opening of public spaces in Delhi and Maharashtra (File) New Delhi: Drawing a sharp contrast over its stand on reopening of public spaces, the BJP in Maharashtra staged protests today against the Maha Vikas Agadi government's decision to not reopen temples in the state while the Delhi BJP on Saturday had criticised the Aam Aadmi Party government for reopening schools in the national capital, calling the move "hollow" and accusing it of not caring for...
European Union Removes US From Covid Safe List For Non-Essential Travel
Most EU members have followed Brussels' travel advice during the crisis so far. (File) Brussels: The European Union on Monday removed six territories including the United States from its list of countries exempted from restrictions on non-essential travel during the coronavirus pandemic. "Israel, Kosovo, Lebanon, Montenegro, the Republic of North Macedonia and the United States of America were removed from the list," a statement from the European Council said.
"Sarkari Taliban": Farmer Leader Rakesh Tikait's Attack Over Crackdown
If you call us Khalistani, we would say Sarkari Talibani has occupied the country, Rakesh Tikait said. Nuh (Haryana): Bharatiya Kisan Union leader Rakesh Tikait on Sunday called Karnal civil officer Ayush Sinha commander of "Sarkari Talibani" for ordering police to "crack the heads" of farmers at a protest yesterday. "Yesterday, an officer ordered (policemen) to hit farmers on their heads. They call us Khalistani.
Chennai Feels Mild Tremors As 5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Bay Of Bengal
The quake, reported at 12.35 pm, was at a depth of 10 km in the Bay of Bengal (Representational) Chennai: Mild tremors were felt in pockets of Chennai post noon today following a 5.1 magnitude earthquake in the Bay of Bengal. Residents in Besant Nagar, Thiruvanmiyur, Mylapore and Alwarpet say they felt slight tremors for a few seconds. These are areas closer to the sea. Peppity Jasmin Sutha, a resident of Valmiki Nagar, closer to the beach along the East Coast Road told NDTV, "I was on my bed.
4 Dead As Balloon Sellers' Cylinders Explode In Madhya Pradesh, UP
The injured have been admitted to the hospital where they are undergoing treatment. Four people including a balloon seller died and 10 others were seriously injured in two separate incidents of balloon gas cylinder explosions in Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara and Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi on Sunday. Tajuddin Ansari Nizamuddin Ansari Railway Colony (40) and Sheikh Ismail (70) died in a Chhindwara market while Geeta Devi (40) and Lalla (30) lost their lives in Varanasi' Ramnagar area.
"Where Will We Go? This Is Our Motherland": Afghans To Indians Who Returned On Kabul-Delhi Flight
Sohini Sarkar, one of the 129 passengers who returned on the Kabul-Delhi flight on Sunday evening New Delhi: A total of 129 passengers who were onboard the Kabul-Delhi Air India flight arrived on Sunday evening. The flight took off from Kabul around the same time that the Taliban terrorists entered Afghanistan's capital. The passengers included Indian citizens, Afghanistan citizens and members of the Afghanistan parliament.
Coronavirus Live Updates: India Reports 38,667 New Cases In Last 24 Hours
Coronavirus cases today: Kerala leads the states in most Covid cases in a day (File) New Delhi: India on Saturday reported 38,667 fresh COVID-19 cases, which is 3.6 per cent lower than yesterday's cases. The daily test positivity rate was at 1.73 per cent, which has been less than 3 per cent for the last 19 days. With 20,452 fresh cases, Kerala leads the states in the most number of Covid cases in a single day. The state also reported 114 deaths, the most in any state after Maharashtra.
Coronavirus Live Updates: Mumbai Reports 285 Covid-19 Cases, 4 Deaths
Covid-19 Cases in India: India's active caseload currently is 3,85,227 New Delhi: India reported in the last 24 hours, according to a health ministry update on Friday. India's active caseload currently is 3,85,227, which comprise 1.20% of the total cases and is the lowest since March 2020, they said.
Coronavirus Live Updates: 41,195 Fresh COVID-19 Cases In India
Covid-19 Cases in India: The recovery rate is 97.45 per cent. New Delhi: India logged 41,195 new coronavirus infections taking the total tally of COVID-19 cases to 3,20,77,706, while the active cases increased to 3,87,987, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Thursday. The number of deaths climbed to 4,29,669 with 490 fresh fatalities, the data updated at 8 am showed. The active cases increased after registering a decrease for five consecutive days.
Coronavirus India Live News Update: In Maharashtra, Fully Vaccinated People Can Enter Malls From Sunday
Covid-19 Cases in India: India on Wednesday reported 38,353 fresh Covid cases. New Delhi: Only those who have received both doses of Covid vaccines will be allowed to enter malls in Mumbai and other cities of Maharashtra, the state government has decided. Speaking to the media after a cabinet meeting today, state Health Minister Rajesh Tope said the government will further relax the Covid restrictions from August 15. "People with double doses can board local trains.
ISRO Satellite Launch "Not Accomplished Fully Due To Technical Anomaly"
EOS-03 is a state-of-the-art agile Earth observation satellite New Delhi: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)'s mission to place its Earth Observation Satellite EOS-03 into orbit "could not be accomplished fully" because of an anomaly, the space agency said after the launch early this morning. "The performance of the first and second stages was normal. However, Cryogenic Upper Stage ignition did not happen due to a technical anomaly.
Indigo Offers Free Travel To "Sona Munda" Neeraj Chopra For A Year
Neeraj Chopra won India's first gold medal at the ongoing Tokyo Olympics. New Delhi: After putting in a stunning performance to win India's first Olympic gold medal in athletics, Neeraj Chopra is being showered with praises and prizes from across the country. The country's biggest carrier, Indigo, yesterday announced unlimited free travel for "Sona Munda" for a year after the athlete's gold-winning performance.
Parliament Monsoon Session Live Updates: Both Houses To Assemble Amid Stalemate Between Opposition And Government
More than Rs 133 crore in taxpayer money has been lost because of parliament disruptions. New Delhi: Lok Sabha and Raja Sabha will reconvene today to take up business after a week of a washout due to protests over the Pegasus snooping controversy and the three new farm laws. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today will make a statement regarding the status of implementation of the recommendations contained in the 25th Report of the Standing Committee on Finance on Demands for Grants.
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