Exit polls unreliable, misleading, says former Puducherry CM V Narayanasamy

Former Chief Minister V Narayanasamy said the exit polls were by and large unreliable and misleading. 

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Amid shortage, these states to begin third phase COVID-19 mass vaccination drive today

Chattisgarh government will begin by inoculating those persons who have 'Antyodaya' cards.

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Centre releases Rs 8873 cr disaster fund for states to battle Covid crisis, take containment steps

Centre releases Rs 8873 cr disaster fund for states to battle Covid crisis, take containment steps

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Reports of former RJD MP Mohammad Shahabuddin`s death not true, say hospital sources

Mohammad Shahabuddin is serving a life sentence for murder and has recently contracted COVID-19. 

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India records over 4 lakh COVID-19 cases in 24 hours for first time, total caseload touches 1.91 crore

The country's total COVID-19 caseload has now increased to 1.91 crore (1,91,64,969) of which, 32.68 lakh (32,68,710) are active cases. India has also witnessed 2.11 lakh (2,11,853) coronavirus-related deaths. 

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Kerala mulls complete lockdown in districts with high positivity rate amid COVID-19 surge

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has said a complete lockdown may be imposed in the districts with a high positivity rate from May 4.

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Tonnes of dead fish wash up on shore of polluted lake in Lebanon

Tonnes of dead fish wash up on shore of polluted lake in Lebanon

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PM Modi visits Delhi's Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib, pays tribute to Guru Teg Bahadur on 400th Parkash Purab

PM Modi visits Delhi's Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib on 400th Prakash Purab

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Police comfort brother-sister duo, hand them over to relative after parents die of Covid

Police comfort brother-sister duo, hand them over to relative after parents die of Covid

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Thousands party at Liverpool nightclub in trial reopening from Covid lockdown

Thousands party at Liverpool nightclub in trial reopening from lockdown

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Former RJD MP Mohammad Shahabuddin dies due to COVID-19 at hospital in Delhi

Mohammad Shahabuddin who was serving a life sentence for murder had contracted COVID-19 recently and passed away aged 53. 

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COVID-19: West Bengal announces partial lockdown, check what`s open and what`s shut

West Bengal registered its highest single-day coronavirus-related deaths and cases on Friday. 

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US President Joe Biden restricts travel from India to curb COVID-19 spread

The new restrictions, which take effect on Tuesday (May 4) at 12:01 am ET (0401 GMT), are on the advice of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and were imposed because "the magnitude and scope of the COVID-19 pandemic" in India was "surging," the White House said.

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Chandigarh imposes weekend lockdown due to surge in COVID-19 cases

Amid a surge in coronavirus cases in Chandigarh, a weekend lockdown has been imposed in the Union Territory beginning at 5 am on Saturday (May 1).

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Egyptian mummy believed to be of male priest, turns out to be pregnant woman

Egyptian mummy believed to be of male priest, turns out to be pregnant woman

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PM Narendra Modi extends greetings on 400th birth anniversary of Guru Teg Bahadur

PM Narendra Modi extended his wishes with a post on Twitter.

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18 patients die due to fire at COVID-19 hospital in Gujarat`s Bharuch

As per the latest reports, out of the 18 killed, 12 patients were in the ICU.

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Coronavirus LIVE Updates: Vaccination drive starts today to cover all aged 18-45

Coronavirus LIVE Updates: Vaccination drive starts today to cover all aged 18-45

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Fire breaks out at Covid hospital in Gujarat's Bharuch, 16 dead

Fire breaks out at Covid hospital in Gujarat's Bharuch, 16 dead

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BMC identifies 5 hospitals for third phase of COVID-19 vaccination in Mumbai

A total of 20,000 doses will be administered across these centres.

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COVID-19 vaccination drive for 18+ to begin today amid second wave of coronavirus

As of Friday morning, more than 2.45 crore beneficiaries have registered themselves on the Co-WIN portal for phase 3 of the vaccination. 

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Kumbh Mela ends, 70 lakh participated in 'scaled down' event held amid Covid surge

Kumbh Mela ends, 70 lakh participated in 'scaled down' event held amid Covid surge

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Lucknow youngsters use WhatsApp group to help Covid patients get oxygen, ambulance, plasma

Lucknow youngsters use WhatsApp to help Covid patients get oxygen, plasma

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India's oxygen crisis to ease by mid-May, output to jump 25%: Report

India's oxygen crisis to ease by mid-May, output to jump 25%: Report

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When Ranbir revealed Rishi Kapoor's insecurities about not getting work after cancer

When Ranbir revealed Rishi's insecurities about not getting work

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Feel helpless, impotent: A desperate and determined diaspora scrambles to help Covid-hit India breathe

A desperate and determined diaspora scrambles to help Covid-hit India breathe

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Deadly California fire last year started to cover up a murder, police say

Deadly California fire last year started to cover up a murder, police say

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Former Attorney General Soli Sorabjee passes away due to COVID-19, say family sources

 Former Attorney General of India, Soli Sorabjee passed away at the age of 91 years.

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Former Attorney General Soli Sorabjee dies: A veteran jurist and Constitutional law expert

Former Attorney General for India and veteran jurist, Soli Sorabjee passed away on Friday morning, aged 91.

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India`s daily figures reach new high with 3.86 lakh new COVID-19 cases, 3,498 deaths in past 24 hours

India has been recording over three lakh cases every day for over a week now.

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What we know about the Indian variant as Covid sweeps South Asia | Explained

What we know about the Indian variant as Covid sweeps South Asia

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India receives medical supplies from Russia, UK, UAE, Romania amid Covid surge

India receives medical supplies from Russia, UK, UAE, Romania amid Covid surge

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Exit poll predictions for West Bengal on expected lines, says veteran Congress leader Salman Khurshid

Senior Congress leader Salman Khurshid said that the exit poll projections for West Bengal are on the expected lines.  

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Director KV Anand dies at 54 in Chennai

Director KV Anand dies at 54 in Chennai

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Coronavirus Live Updates: US flight with relief supplies lands in India; Mumbai stops vaccination for 3 days

1st US flight with Covid relief supplies lands in India; Mumbai stops vaccination | LIVE

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Maharashtra may witness third wave of Covid-19 in July-August, says health minister Tope

Maharashtra may witness third wave of Covid-19 in July-August, says health minister Tope

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Saluting the unsung heroes of the Covid fight

Saluting the unsung heroes of the Covid fight

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Bombay HC directs officials to look into details of BJP MP’s chartered flight carrying 10,000 Remdesivir vials

Bombay HC directs officials to look into details of BJP MP’s chartered flight carrying 10,000 Remdesivir vials

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Dozens killed in stampede at religious bonfire festival in Israel

Dozens killed in stampede at religious bonfire festival in Israel

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Phase 3 of mass vaccination drive likely to be delayed as States, UTs scramble for COVID-19 vaccines

The Union government earlier this month opened up vaccination for the entire adult population starting from May 1, but several states are facing supply constraints.

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Centre extends guidelines for COVID-19 management till May 31, directs all states, UTs to follow health ministry advisory strictly

The Centre has directed the states and Union territories to go for intensive and local containment measures in districts with a high number of COVID-19 cases to check the spread of the viral disease.

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BJP confident of winning 200+ seats in West Bengal even as exit polls predict Mamata Banerjee’s return

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has claimed that the party would form the next government in West Bengal by winning more than 200 seats, even as all exit polls expect two suggested a win and hat-trick for the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC government.

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SC to hear plea seeking GST exemption on COVID-19 related drugs, medical equipment

The intervention application has been filed by an NGO, 'Public Policy Advocates', in the pending suo motu case by the apex court on the distribution of essential supplies and services during the pandemic.

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PM Narendra Modi to chair Cabinet meet to review COVID-19 situation, tough decisions likely

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a Union Cabinet meeting which has been called to review the existing COVID-19 situation in the country and to discuss what other measures can be taken to contain the chain of coronavirus infection.

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Covid vaccination of those aged 18+ likely to be delayed in Punjab due to vaccine shortage

Covid vaccination of those aged 18+ likely to be delayed in Punjab due to vaccine shortage

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Is Aadhaar mandatory for prisoners to get Covid-19 vaccine, asks Bombay HC

Is Aadhaar mandatory for prisoners to get Covid-19 vaccine, asks Bombay HC

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In first address to US Congress, Biden tells the nation and world: ‘America is rising anew’

In first address to US Congress, Biden tells the nation and world: ‘America is rising anew’

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Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot tests positive for COVID-19

The Chief Minister took to Twitter to make the announcement that he will continue working under isolation as he is asymptomatic.

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India’s daily figures reach new high with 3.79 lakh new COVID-19 cases, 3,645 deaths in past 24 hours

India reported the highest ever single-day spike with 3,79,257 fresh coronavirus infections, taking the cumulative caseload to 1,83,76,524 on Thursday (April 29), as per data by the health ministry. 

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Known for its containment model once, Bhilwara is setting another example with oxygen supply management

Known for its containment model once, Bhilwara is setting another example with oxygen supply management

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MS Dhoni's parents recover from Covid-19, discharged from hospital in Ranchi

MS Dhoni's parents recover from Covid-19, discharged from Ranchi hospital

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US to send Covid-19 aid worth $100 million to India, first flight to land today

US to send Covid-19 aid worth $100 million to India, first flight to land today

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Irrfan's last words to son Babil Khan before he died, I'm going to die

Babil Khan reveals Irrfan's last words to him

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Oxygen shortage, drivers down with Covid: Ambulance operators in Delhi-NCR in a fix

Oxygen shortage, drivers down with Covid: Ambulance operators in Delhi-NCR in a fix

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Over 1.3 crore register for vaccination but no slots available for scheduling a jab

Nearly 1.3 crore Indians registered themselves online on the government’s dedicated portal CoWin o Wednesday for the mass vaccination drive set to begin on May 1.

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BJP MP Ajay Bhatt demands financial aid for kin of journalists who died of COVID-19, writes letter to Uttarakhand CM Tirath Singh Rawat

Data from the Ministry of Health showed that deaths due to COVID-19 have crossed the 2-lakh mark in the country

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Shocking! 70-year-old man carries COVID positive wife’s body on bicycle after villagers refuse to help in UP

In a heart-wrenching incident, a resident of Uttar Pradesh’s Amberpur village was forced to carry his COVID positive wife’s body on a bicycle after the villagers said that they would not allow her cremation in the local cremation ground.

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After 6.4 Magnitude jolt, six earthquakes hit Assam’s Sonitpur today

After the earthquake of 6.4 magnitude on the Richter scale on Wednesday (April 28), Assam’s Sonitpur was struck by six tremors on Thursday (April 29). 

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Bengal Election Phase 8 Voting Live Updates: 35 seats go to polls in final phase amid spike in Covid cases

Bengal election LIVE: Polling for final phase begins, PM urges voters to follow Covid norms

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Bengaluru: 3,000 Covid infected go 'missing', switch off phones, police to launch search

Bengaluru: 3,000 Covid infected go 'missing', switch off phones, police to launch search

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Coronavirus Live Updates: US sends emergency supplies to help India battle Covid

Coronavirus Live Updates: US sends emergency supplies to help India battle Covid

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UK adds 3 oxygen 'factories' to life-saving supplies for India

UK adds 3 oxygen 'factories' to life-saving supplies for India

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People with comorbidities will get priority in Delhi's 3rd phase of Covid vaccination

People with comorbidities will get priority in Delhi's 3rd phase of Covid vaccination

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BJP's Bareilly MLA Kesar Singh Gangwar succumbs to Covid

BJP's Bareilly MLA Kesar Singh Gangwar succumbs to Covid

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Nearly 1.33 crore Indians register on CoWin on first day for 3rd phase of vaccination starting on May 1

People registering on the platform are mostly the age group of 18 to 44 years. Vaccinations will begin on Saturday for everyone above 18 from May 1 (Saturday) under a more "liberalised and accelerated Phase 3 strategy of COVID-19 vaccination". Those who want to take the vaccine are to go to - https://www.cowin.gov.in/home and click on the "register/sign-in" option.

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US sends more than USD 100 million in COVID supplies to India, first flight to land today

The  United States is sending COVID-19 relief materials worth over USD 100 million to India in the coming days, the White House said as the first flight carrying urgent health supplies left for the country.

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Amid surge, around 3,000 COVID-19 patients go `missing` in Bengaluru

State Revenue Minister, R Ashoka met with various department heads on Wednesday and told reporters that he has already directed the state police to track and trace these missing COVID-19 patients.

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Four opposition-ruled states say `no stock of COVID-19 vaccine`, can’t begin vaccination drive on May 1

Few days before the Central government is set to expand the COVID-19 vaccination drive for those above 18 years, many opposition-ruled states have flagged the issue of shortage of vaccine.

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IIT Madras alumni’s startup 3D prints 600 sqft concrete home comprising hall, kitchen, bedroom

India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman virtually inaugurated India's first 3-D Printed house which is situated within IIT Madras, said the Institute. 

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World has failed India, says top US adviser Dr Fauci as surging Covid cases ravage country

World has failed India, says top US adviser Dr Fauci as surging Covid cases ravage country

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Eight-month pregnant 'drug queen' shot dead by fourth husband in Delhi's Nizamuddin, CCTV captures crime

Pregnant 'drug queen' shot dead by fourth husband in Delhi, CCTV captures crime

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Indian Railways releases new COVID-19 guidelines, doing THESE two things may now attract Rs 500 fine

The step has been taken to check the spread of coronavirus. 

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Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar`s remark over COVID-19 data sparks row, says arguing over numbers won`t bring back the dead

The BJP leader was speaking on the alleged under-reporting of coronavirus-related deaths.  

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Covid-19 vaccine registration for above 18 years to open at 4 pm: How to register via Co-Win portal, Aarogya Setu app

Covid-19 vaccine registration for above 18 years to open at 4 pm: How to register via Co-Win portal, Aarogya Setu app

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How India's second Covid wave started, what went wrong, and what can be done: Top virologist answers

How India's second Covid wave started, what went wrong, and what can be done: Top virologist answers

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Traitor in Pakistan, hero in US: The lonely life of doctor who helped pinpoint Bin Laden

Traitor in Pakistan, hero in US: The lonely life of doctor who helped pinpoint Bin Laden

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Instagram influencer paints mask on face to enter Bali store in viral video. Internet is furious

Instagram influencer paints mask on face to enter Bali store in viral video

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Why are vaccinated people testing positive for Covid-19? Expert answers all your questions

Why are vaccinated people testing positive for Covid-19? Expert answers all your questions

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India registers 3.6 lakh new COVID-19 cases, 3,293 deaths in biggest spike in past 24 hours

The official data on Wednesday (April 28, 2021) showed that deaths due to COVID-19 have crossed the 2-lakh mark in the country with the highest ever 3,000 deaths in the last 24 hours.  

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Sputnik V arrives on May 1. What makes it different?

Sputnik V arrives on May 1. What makes it different?

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Co-Win registration for vaccination to begin at 4 PM, says Centre amid confusion

The Centre had earlier informed that the registration for COVID-19 vaccination will begin on April 28, however, the exact time for the same was not conveyed.

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No COVID-related deaths in 8 States, Union Territories in past 24 hours

India achieved yet another milestone on Tuesday (April 27). Eight states/union territories have not reported any COVID-related deaths in the last 24 hours. Also, the Centre has so far provided more than 15 crore vaccine doses to States/Union Territories (UTs) free of cost.

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Earthquake with 6.4 magnitude jolts Northeast, tremors felt in Assam, North Bengal

Earthquake with 6.4 magnitude jolts Northeast, tremors felt in Assam, North Bengal

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Coronavirus India LIVE Updates: Covid-19 death toll crosses 2-lakh mark as over 3,000 die in single day

Covid-19 death toll crosses 2-lakh mark as over 3,000 die in single day | LIVE

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India Today ground report: How Delhi is losing the battle of beds, one breath at a time

India Today ground report: How Delhi is losing the battle of beds, one breath at a time

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Maharashtra: 3 patients die in fire at private hospital in Thane

Maharashtra: 3 patients die in fire at private hospital in Thane

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6.4 magnitude earthquake jolts Assam, tremors felt in Tezpur and adjoining areas

An earthquake of 6.4 magnitude on the Richter scale rocked Assam's on Wednesday (April 28, 2021) morning, as per the National Center for Seismology.

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Haryana government to impose Section 144 throughout the state to curb COVID spread

Section 144 of the CrPC, which was already imposed in Gurugram, Faridabad Hisar, Panchkula and Sonipat districts, will now be imposed throughout the state to curb COVID spread, Haryana government announced on Tuesday (April 27).

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People struggle as co-Win registration for COVID-19 vaccination yet to begin

While the helpline number (+91-11-23978046) remains busy, the toll-free number (1075) is not working. 

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With no ambulance available, son takes COVID positive mother`s body for cremation on bike in Andhra Pradesh

In a heartbreaking incident on Tuesday (April 27), a Andhra Pradesh family was forced to carry a woman’s body on a bike to the cremation ground. 

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COVID-19: Registration for vaccination for people above 18 begins today at co-Win portal, know how to register

Come May 1, the COVID-19 vaccination drive will be extended to everyone above the age of 18.

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US rushing vaccines, medical assistance to India to combat COVID surge: Joe Biden

As India battles the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, US President Joe Biden has said that his "intention" is to send vaccines and all medical supplies to the country. 

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With 3.23 lakh new Covid-19 cases India sees slight dip, 2,771 deaths reported | 10 points

With 3.23 lakh new Covid-19 cases India sees slight dip, 2,771 deaths reported | 10 points

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Madhya Pradesh couple gets married in PPE kits after groom tests Covid positive. Viral video

MP couple gets married in PPE kits after groom tests Covid positive

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