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Delhi to re-impose Night Curfew amid rising Covid cases
The curfew will be imposed from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Night Curfew to come into effect in Noida from tonight
A night curfew will remain enforced everyday from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. starting Saturday during which no activity will be allowed except for essential services.
Haryana imposes night curfew from Dec 25
The curfew will be imposed from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. daily.
Assam imposes night curfew to check Covid surge
The Assam State Disaster Management Authority today announced night curfew in the entire state from 8 PM to…
COVID-19 update: Night curfew imposed in Bihar – Check what’s allowed, what’s not
Bihar government on Sunday imposed night curfew from 9 pm to 5 am across the state amid rising COVID-19 cases.
Schools in Uttar Pradesh shut till May 15 due to rise in Covid cases; night curfew imposed in 10 districts
A night curfew from 8.00 pm till 7.00 am was imposed in 10 districts with more than 2,000 active COVID-19 cases, the official said.
Night curfew in Bengaluru, seven Karnataka cities from Saturday amid COVID surge
Night curfew will be imposed in Bengaluru, Bidar, Kalaburagi, Mangaluru, Manipal, Mysuru, Tumakuru and Udupi cities from April 10-20 between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m, Yediyurappa said on Thursday.
Night curfew imposed from 10 PM-5 AM in Ghaziabad
A night curfew has been imposed in Ghaziabad following a rise in coronavirus cases in the region. The restriction will remain effective till April 17. It will go on from 10 pm till 5 am.
Night curfew imposed in Noida from 10 PM – 5 AM
Night curfew imposed in Noida from from 10 PM – 5 AM with immediate effect until April 17.…
Pune gets night curfew, stringent norms from today
Pune, April 2 : Alarmed by the huge spike in coronavirus cases, the Pune administration has announced stringent…
Night curfew clamped in Indo-Bangla border
Silchar: Night curfew and prohibitory orders have been clamped along the Indo-Bangladesh border in Assam’s Cachar district with…
Public gatherings not allowed, licensed premises exempted: Delhi Police on Night Curfew
“Public gatherings are not allowed in public places like Connaught Place, India Gate beyond 11pm on 31st Dec and 1st Jan.
Punjab withdraws night curfew from January 1
Chandigarh: With decline in coronavirus cases, the Punjab government on Wednesday decided to lift the night curfew from…
Karnataka govt now withdraws order for eight days night curfew
Several party leaders took serious objections to Yediyuirppa’s decision, contending that this order was coming in way of electioneering of second phase of gram panchayat polls that are slated on December 27.
Karnataka revises its night curfew order, ban to begin Thursday onwards
Bengaluru: Within hours, allegedly owing to pressure from various quarters, Karnataka on Wednesday evening revised its own decision…
Covid-19: Israel considers alternatives to night curfew
Jerusalem, Dec 9 : The night curfew in Israel, which was scheduled to begin on Wednesday, is likely…
Delhi ‘actively considering’ night curfew. ‘As active as Covid-19 cases,’ asks high court
Delhi high court on Thursday rapped the AAP government and asked it how the government is ensuring that the new wedding restrictions are not being flouted.
Night curfew in 8 districts of Rajasthan to check spike in Covid cases
However, emergency services such as medical shops, railway and air travellers will be exempted.
After Ahmedabad, night curfew in Surat, Vadodara and Rajkot as cases rise in Gujarat
“Just like the people cooperated with the government during the lockdown, unlocking phases, I request the public to cooperate with the government in this decision,” added Patel.
97 new cases in Gurugram as night curfew imposed
Gurugram, May 31 : Gurugram continued to bear the brunt of coronavirus on Sunday as 97 fresh cases…
Night, weekend curfew to continue in Delhi until further notice: DDMA
Delhi on Friday reported 24,383 new Covid cases, pushing the total infection tally to 16,70,966, while the positivity rate mounted to 30.64 per cent.
Hungary closes bars, imposes night-time curfew to curb coronavirus
BUDAPEST : Hungary will close bars and entertainment venues and impose a night-time curfew to curb a fast…
Spain imposes night-time curfew to curb Covid infections
The new measures announced include a limit on public and private gatherings of different households to a maximum of six people.
Macron announces nightly curfew in major French cities as COVID-19 cases surge
In an interview on Wednesday night, French President Emmanuel Macron announced nightly curfews will be imposed in Paris and other major cities to try to curb the spread of the Covid-19 epidemic.
Chile authorities extend curfew for second night after new clashes
Three dead after Santiago supermarket set on fire amid riots
Sri Lanka imposes curfew ahead of Sunday protest
Ahead of Sunday's protest, on Friday night, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa also imposed the emergency law allowing police to arrest any suspect without a warrant.
Delhi lifts weekend curfew, no odd-even for shops
The bars & restaurants and cinema will reopen with 50 per cent capacity in the capital city now. However, the academic institution will remain closed for now.
Maharashtra: Dubai-returnee among 2 new Omicron cases, night curbs start
Intensive surveillance of passengers arriving at the three international airports – Mumbai, Pune and Nagpur – is currently underway since December 1.
Curfew Imposed in Afghanistan as Taliban Advance
"To curb violence and limit the Taliban movements a night curfew has been imposed in 31 provinces," the interior ministry said in a statement, adding that Kabul, Panjshir and Nangarhar were exempt.
Kuwait lifts partial curfew after two months
The night curfew that has been in place in Kuwait for more than two months has come to an end.
Partial curfew in Andhra Pradesh from Wednesday
For the past few days, night curfew from 10 pm to 5 am is in force in the state to contain COVID-19.
Weekend curfew sets in Karnataka to contain Covid
According to the state health bulletin, 26,962 new cases were reported in a day, taking the state's Covid tally to 12,74,959, including 2,14,311 active cases.
Curfew in Minneapolis after police killing of Black man: mayor
The shooting comes during the ongoing trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin, who is facing charges of manslaughter and murder over the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis last May.
Curfew clamped, internet suspended in Rajasthan town after communal clash
Police used tear gas to disperse the violent crowds but members of two communities, armed with sticks, iron rods and weapons, continued the rampage late in the evening, even setting ablaze a fire tender and damaging public property including police and government vehicles.
Curfew in Ahmedabad from 9 pm to 6 am from Friday
Gandhinagar: With the rising cases of Corona infection during and after the Diwali celebrations in Ahmedabad, the authorities…
Italy to impose nationwide curfew as Covid cases surge
Rome, Nov 5: Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte has signed a decree imposing a nationwide 10 p.m. to…
Curfew imposed in Telangana town following communal clash
Bhaina, a major trading centre, has witnessed a series of communal riots in recent years.
Third corona death in UP, curfew in parts of Varanasi
Varanasi, April 6 A 55-year-old resident of Varanasi died on April 3 at the Sir Sundar Lal hospital…
COVID-19: Modi to address nation again tonight
New Delhi, March 24 Amid the total lockdown in many states and increase in novel coronavirus positive cases…
Complete lockdown in Jamia Nagar amidst ‘Janata curfew’
The afternoon prayers had minimal presence as people advised each other to keep indoors.
3,700 trains cancelled, Mumbai local train services curtailed due to COVID-19 on Janata Curfew day
New Delhi, March22 : The Indian Railways has cancelled over 3,700 passenger locomotives and long-distance mail, express trains,…
No passenger trains during ‘janata curfew’ on Sunday
The decision was taken by the Railway Board after a meeting with General Managers of zonal railways to contain the spread of novel coronavirus in India.
4G Internet will be restored in Jammu and Kashmir tonight
The 4G mobile internet services have been suspended across J&K since August 5, 2019 when Article 370 was abrogated and the erstwhile state was bifurcated into two union territories.
Curfew relaxed for 16 hrs in Shillong, internet remains shut
Shillong, Dec 20 : Curfew was relaxed for 16 hours in two police station areas in Meghalaya’s capital…
Assam protest toll reaches 5, partial relief in curfew
Guwahati, Dec 16 : The toll in the ongoing protests against the new citizenship law (CAA) rose to…
Curfew relaxed in Guwahati till 6 pm on Sunday
Guwahati: Curfew has been relaxed in Assam’s largest city Guwahati and in some parts of Dibrugarh for the…
Curfew relaxed in Dibrugarh, flag march continues in Guwahati
Guwahati:An indefinite curfew which was imposed in Assam’s Dibrugarh municipal area, was relaxed for five hours on Friday,…
Baghdad protests: Curfew hours reduced
Baghdad, Nov 3 Iraqi authorities have reduced the curfew in Baghdad to four hours from six, as anti-government…
Curfew in Rajasthan’s Malpura after violence during Dussehra
Jaipur, Oct 9 Rajasthan’s Malpura town witnessed an untoward incident of stone pelting on a Dussehra procession, which…
Curfew in UP district after man beaten to death
Lucknow, Aug 26 Curfew was imposed In Uttar Pradesh’s Deoria district after a young man was beaten to…
Kashmiris heading home for Eid despite curfew, uncertainty
New Delhi, Aug 8 Despite curfew in the Kashmir Valley, almost every flight from Delhi to Srinagar is…
Curfew in Itanagar, 1 killed in violence over PRC row, 50 IIFF delegates evacuated
Itanagar, Feb 23 Curfew was imposed here on Saturday as mobs protesting against the government move to grant…
Pulwama attack aftermath: Curfew continues in Jammu
ammu, Feb 18: The curfew in Jammu continued on Monday for the fourth consecutive day with authorities may…
Curfew continues in Jammu as Kashmiris targeted after Pulwama terror attack
Jammu, Feb 17 : A curfew in Jammu continued for a third consecutive day on Sunday and high…
Jammu and Kashmir: Curfew continues for 3rd day in Kishtwar
Jammu, Nov 3: Curfew continued for the third day in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district on Saturday which was…
Shillong peaceful as curfew lifted briefly, more relaxation on Thursday
Curfew was relaxed on Wednesday from 7 a.m. to 12 noon after the security situation showed some improvement.
Curfew to be relaxed in Shillong on Wednesday
Curfew was imposed in some areas on June 1 following violence involving members of the Punjabi and indigenous Khasi communities.
Shillong violence: Curfew relaxed for 7 hours,500 people in Army shelter
Shillong, June 3: Curfew has been lifted for seven hours on Sunday in curfew-bound areas in Meghalaya’s capital…
Curfew temporarily lifted in Sri Lanka
Colombo, March 8: The Sri Lankan Police on Thursday temporarily lifted the curfew in Kandy district, imposed following deadly…
Curfew relaxed for 2 hrs in violence-hit areas of Jaipur
Jaipur, Sep 11 : The district administration relaxed curfew for two hours this evening after reviewing the law…
Hurricane Harvey: US city imposes curfew
Washington, Aug 30: The US city of Houston has declared a night-time curfew as it battles the impact of…
Curfew continues in Mandsaur, farmers say eight killed
Madhya Pradesh, June 7, 2017: Hundreds of angry farmers on Wednesday blockaded roads and attacked two top officials at…
22 vehicles torched near Imphal, violence spreads, curfew imposed
Imphal, Dec 19: At least 22 cars, buses and other vehicles were torched in Manipur’s Imphal East district on…
Curfew imposed in J&K’s Kishtwar after 3 arrested for sedition charges
Jammu, Sep 25, 2016: Curfew has been imposed in Kishtwar town of Jammu and Kashmir following the tension…
Cauvery water Row: Curfew in Bengaluru, 1 dead in police firing
Bengaluru, Sep 13, 2016: One person died and two others were wounded after police on Monday night opened…
Kashmir curfew extended: Separatists protest till August 25, ambulance driver latest casualty
The situation in Kashmir is worsening with each passing day as authorities extended curfew and restrictions on Friday and…
Kashmir: Curfew, Separatists shutdown continues for 36th day
Life remained out of gear in the Kashmir Valley as curfew, restrictions and separatists called shutdown continued for…
Night traffic back on track on Jammu-Srinagar highway
Jammu, Aug 4: Night traffic is back on track on the Jammu-Srinagar national highway after remaining closed over…
Kashmir Unrest: Curfew continues for 13th day, normal life paralyse
For the 13th consecutive day, Authorities continues the curfew imposition and a protest shutdown called by separatists paralyzed…
Kashmir Violence: Curfew continues for 5th day as toll soar to 34
For the fifth consecutive day, Curfew continued in most parts of the Valley on Wednesday as 34 people…
Kashmir unrest: Curfew continues for fourth day
As the death toll rises to 31, for the fourth consecutive day, Curfew continued on Tuesday in most…
Burhan Wani killing: Toll reaches 17, curfew imposed in Kashmir
After the killing of Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani, Curfew was imposed in Kashmir Valley on Sunday to…
Repercussions after Wani’s killing in Kashmir : Curfew imposed, Mehbooba holds cabinet meet
Home Minister Rajnath Singh appealed to the people of the state to maintain peace and tranquillity after 11…
Curfew imposed in Hazaribagh after communal violence
Curfew was imposed on sunday night in Jharkhand’s Hazaribagh district, in view of the violence over Ram Navami…
Manipur BJP leader held for violating curfew, released
Hours after being taken into custody for violating curfew restrictions, BJP legislator Khumukcham Joykishan was released unconditionally by…
Rajasthan Schools to begin opening from February 1
Night curfew will continue to be in force from 11 pm to 5 am every day in the entire state, the revised guidelines stipulated.
Rajasthan Government lifts Ban on Religious Programmes
Meanwhile, the night curfew shall continue in the state from 11 pm to 5 am, while the markets, shops and commercial complexes have been allowed to open till 10 pm.
Allahabad HC orders week-long lockdown in Lucknow, Allahabad, Kanpur Nagar, Varanasi, Gorakhpur
The government had taken multiple steps including night curfews to contain the outbreak.
Bengal Govt has formed Task Force to Tackle COVID-19 surge: Mamata Banerjee
Mamata Banerjee, while addressing a press meet, stressed that night curfew may not be a solution in Bengal, where "political pollution" needs to be checked first.
Entry to four metro stations briefly closed, resumed
The Delhi government on Tuesday imposed night curfew in the national capital from 10 pm to 5 am till April 30 in view of rising COVID-19 cases, officials said.
Rajasthan govt slashes RT-PCR test cost to Rs 500
Under the norms of night curfew, it was mandatory to shut down all shops and restaurants by 7 pm. The curfew was imposed from 8 pm to 6 am.
1,336 fined on New Year eve in Delhi, 26 caught for drink-driving
The Delhi Disaster Management Authority on Thursday ordered the imposition of the night curfew in the national capital on December 31 and January 1 from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Govt in lockdown exit mode limits curbs to containment zones till June 30
Night Curfew shall continue to remain in force on the movement of individuals for all non-essential activities. However, the revised timings of the curfew will be from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Bihu festivities triggers massive Covid surge in Assam
People of all ages, mostly women and children, throw 'pithas' (rice cakes) and areca nuts after setting fire to the 'Mejis' and then offer prayers as part of the festivity.
Patna DM asks people to follow Covid Guidelines or he will Recommend Lockdown
The corona infection during the third wave is extremely severe in Patna.
New Year Eve: Subdued celebrations in Connaught Place
New Delhi, Dec 31 : The heart of the national capital — Connaught Place, which generally used to…
3 youths held on charge of attempt to murder Tripura CM Biplab Kumar Deb
Police have now seized the car and their mobile phones and is conducting raids in their houses and other places to obtain their antecedents.
Telangana Cabinet decides to lift lockdown completely
The Cabinet also directed the officials of all the departments to completely lift all the regulations imposed during the lockdown.
Gujarat: Businesses to be allowed till 6 pm in 36 Cities
The curbs on businesses was imposed from April end in view of the rising number of Covid cases in these cities.
Woman raped in Assam while returning home after Covid recovery
Guwahati, May 31 : A woman was allegedly raped by two men in eastern Assam’s Charaideo district while…
Gurugram: Daily Covid-19 spike, Positivity rate at Lowest since mid-April
Gurugram, Haryana: The district on Tuesday reported 2,659 new cases of coronavirus infection, the lowest since April 21,…
No lockdown will be imposed in Telangana: CM K Chandrasekhar Rao
The Telangana State government has indicated that there is no chance of imposing total or partial lockdown in…
India headed for stricter lockdowns to combat Covid wave
New Delhi, May 3: India appears to be headed for more stringent lockdowns to rein in the massive…
Coronavirus: Punjab reports 100 Covid Deaths, 5,932 fresh cases
With the death of six more persons, the fatality count reached 446 in the city, according to a medical bulletin. The number of active cases was 5,980.
COVID-19 in Uttar Pradesh: State sets record with 38,055 new cases, 222 deaths
Lucknow: Number of active cases continued to skyrocket in Uttar Pradesh, setting a new single-day highest record of…
Temples, mosques announce COVID-19 guidelines in Noida
Noida (UP): The Gautam Buddh Nagar Police on Tuesday had temples and mosques make announcements using loudspeakers to…
No question of lockdown in Karnataka: Yediyurappa
Bidar(KTK), Apr 13 : Ruling out the possibility of a lockdown in Karnataka to contain the spread of…
Current Covid wave affecting people aged 20-45 yrs: Delhi Minister
About the massive surge in the capital, he said that the way new infections are spreading, they might break the previous record.
AIIMS to Lose Down Walk-in OPD Registrations from Apr 8
New Delhi: In view of the exponential rise in Covid-19 cases, the AIIMS has decided to temporarily lose…
Delhi’s daily Covid tally zooms past 5000-mark, highest in 2021
At present, Delhi has 17,332 active cases, out of which 8,871 are in home isolation, according to the health bulletin.
India Crosses 1-Lakh Mark In Daily COVID-19 Cases For First Time
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held a high-level review meet amid a worrying spike in Covid cases across the country.
New Covid cases in India near 90,000; 8 states account for 81.42% of new infections
Covid-19 Cases in India, Coronavirus Lockdown 2021 Live Updates: India reported 89,129 new cases on Saturday, taking the total number of coronavirus infections in the country to 1,23,92,260.
Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray warns of lockdown in ‘some places’
The Chief Minister pointed out that cases were continuing to increase in many places in the state, including Mumbai, Nashik, Pune, Akola, Nagpur Circles.
Country Will Break Like Soviet Union Due to Worsening Centre-State Ties: Sena’s Scathing Attack on Modi Govt
"Political defeats in a democracy are very common but the way Central government is being used to oust Mamata Banerjee is painful," it said.
Rajasthan govt hikes penalty on gathering of more than 100 people at marriages
A total of 603 cases were reported in Jaipur while 414 in Jodhpur, 210 in Ajmer, 271 in Alwar, 131 in Bhilwara, 240 in Kota, 100 in Pali and 184 in Udaipur.
Work on to double our petroleum refining capacity in next five years: PM Modi
Today, India is moving forward with the goal of reducing the country's carbon footprint by 30-35%, says PM Modi at Pt Deendayal Petroleum University.
DDMA allows reopening of Delhi hotels, weekly markets on trial basis
The fresh proposal sent by Revenue Minister Kailash Gehlot said that the condition of Delhi is improving and the number of cases are coming down.
Every citizen must fight the Covid war: Experts
Bengaluru, Aug 9 : With the government easing more restrictions under Unlock3.0 to further revive the economy since…
LG Anil Baijal overrules Delhi govt’s move on hotels, weekly bazaars
Unlock3: Delhi Lt Governor Anil Baijal cancels Arvind Kejriwal government's move allowing hotels, weekly markets on trial basis
Weekend restrictions to continue in UP Lucknow
Lucknow, July 31 Weekend restrictions in Uttar Pradesh will continue even as the Yogi Adityanath government is set…
Unlock 2: The definitive list for all you can and cannot do
Meanwhile, Metro Rail, cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places continue to remain out of bound.
Maharashtra lockdown restrictions to continue beyond June 30: CM
Simultaneously, the Mumbai Police on Sunday announced a series of measures under the #MissionBeginAgain by appealing to people to strictly adhere to the guidelines.
Lockdown 5.0: Kejriwal allows barber shops, border to remain sealed
"The border will be sealed for one week, and only essential services will be allowed. Rest, it will depend on the suggestions from the public,"
Lockdown 4.0 guidelines for Delhi by CM Arvind Kejriwal
New Delhi, May 18 : Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday announced the guidelines for lockdown 4.0,…
Lockdown 4.0 Guidelines: Salons, barber shops, shopping complexes, markets to open
The government has allowed inter-state movement of passenger vehicles and buses with mutual consent of states. Barring containment zones, there are no zone-wise restrictions from the Centre and the states can decide delineation of red, green and orange zones.
JNU Studenst Union, Teachers seek VC’s resignation
New Delhi, Jan 6: The JNU Students Union and teachers’ community blamed JNU vice-chancellor M. Jagadesh Kumar for…
President of India gives assent to The Citizenship Amendment Act, 2019
Delhi: The President of India gives assent to The Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019; notified in the Gazette of…
Internet services suspended in Odisha town
Bhubaneswar, April 19 : The Odisha government on Wednesday suspended internet services in Kendrapara town for 48 hours to…
Communal clashes in Gujarat town
An uneasy calm prevailed at Khambhat town in central Gujarat following communal clashes on Tuesday, forcing police to…
Mob attacks MLA’s house, torches guard room in Kashmir
Srinagar, Aug 18 : Security forces clashed with protestors on Thursday in the Kashmir Valley after the house of…
Sri Lankan President revokes State of Emergency
The revocation of the gazette assumes significance as the ruling coalition appeared to have lost its majority,
Sri Lankan ruling party loses majority in Parliament
On Monday night, Rajapaksa had said that he will not resign, but was ready to hand over the government to whichever party holds 113 seats in Parliament.
Failing to Secure Opposition Support, Sri Lanka govt to lose majority in parliament: Coalition partner
SLFP MP Mahinda Amaraweera told media that the decision to leave the government was taken as the government had not heeded to their requests over the last six months.
Amid violent protests, Sri Lanka President urged to dissolve cabinet, form interim govt
Opposition parties on Friday charged that the peaceful protest was turned towards violence by a pro-government group which joined later. Police curfew was imposed on parts of capital Colombo and its suburbs until the morning.
Assam allows online sale, home delivery of liquor
"We took this decision after witnessing crowding in front of liquor outlets during the non-curfew timing. The experimental step was also taken following the directives of the Supreme Court and the Madras High Court,"
Fresh Covid-19 fears boost domestic Travel in France
France's minister of state for European affairs Clement Beaune on Thursday called on his compatriots to avoid Spain and Portugal in their holiday plans.
NorthEastern States Fare Worst in Covid-19 Recovery Rate
Mass testing continues in different parts of Manipur. Only shopkeepers with Covid free certificates only can open shops in certain districts.
Tension in Assam’s Nagaon after youth dies
However, local people alleged that the police had come for a routine patrol and had indiscriminately beaten up some youths who were playing cricket defying the ongoing curfew.
Three rockets fired from Lebanon toward Israel
The hostilities escalated despite intense mediation efforts by Egyptian negotiators who held in-person talks with both sides.
Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray may decide on strict lockdown in next 2 days: Minister
Speaking to reporters, the Relief and Rehabilitation Minister Vijay Wadettiwar also said the state government will study the lockdown imposed by the Delhi government before taking any decision.
Six Day Lockdown in Delhi, health system may collapse with daily 25,000 Covid cases, says CM Kejriwal
Delhi government will be enforcing lockdown in the city starting Monday night for a week till April 26…
Iran Covid cases pass two million, daily caseload reaches new record high: Health Ministry
The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Iran passed the two million mark Thursday, the health ministry announced,…
Myanmar protesters march again, defying ban on gatherings
However, the military commander who led the coup and is now Myanmar's leader made no mention of the unrest in a 20-minute televised speech Monday night, his first to the public since the takeover.
France registers over 26,000 new Covid infections
A nurse prepares a dose of COVID-19 vaccine at a temporary vaccination center on the first day of its opening, in Clichy, France, Jan. 18, 2021.
Israel To Begin Covid Vaccinations From December 27
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu noted the public health service would be capable of administering 60,000 inoculations a day.
Italy tightens anti-Covid curbs after rise in cases
The tightened restrictions came as Italy and other countries such as Britain, China, Russia and the United States are racing against time to develop coronavirus vaccines.
Iran’s COVID-19 cases near 510,000; Jordan, Libya see new records in daily infections
CAIRO, Oct. 13 : Iran’s total number of COVID-19 cases rose by 4,108 to 508,389 on Tuesday. Meanwhile,…
Pilgrims return to Mecca as Saudi eases virus restrictions
Only Saudi citizens and residents will be permitted to enter the mosque during this first phase of reopening, and each person has up to three hours to complete the pilgrimage.
Modi greets nation on Jagannath Rath Yatra, prays for prosperity
The annual Rath Yatra is being taken out after the Supreme Court's nod to organise it in a limited way without public attendance.
Saudi Arabia returns to ”normality” amid new COVID-19 cases
The spokespersons for the Health and Labour Ministries, however, warned that "the return to normal life does not mean the disappearance of the virus".
George Floyd Death: Numerous arrests in NYC as protests continue
Floyd''s deaths has also triggered protests around the world including in France, the UK, New Zealand, Finland, Denmark, Greece, South Africa and Germany.
Defence Secretary defies Trump on using troops to quell US riots
While Trump has been blamed for the police brutality, another African-American man was choked to death by a policeman in New York in 2014 when Obama was President.
US states clamp down on protests against Floyd”s death
During the riots and other unrest this week, at least three people have died by gunfire in Indianapolis, Detroit and Oakland, although police evidently were not involved in those deaths.
No crisis can determine India’s future – PM Modi
Today, the time demands that we must stand on our feet, and we will have to move on our own strength. And for this, there is only one path: a self-reliant India (atmanirbhar Bharat).
Buses return on Telangana roads after 58 days
Hyderabad, May 19 (IANS) After a gap of nearly two months, buses returned to the roads in Telangana…
Restaurants, electronic, sweet shops to open in Rajasthan
A similar rule will apply to the sweet shops as well. Restrictions will remain in place in curfew areas as before, says the order signed by Rajeev Swaroop, Additional Chief Secretary.
Turkey’s COVID-19 cases rise to 135,569; Iran’s tally hits 104,691
Cairo, May 9 : Turkey confirmed 1,848 new COVID-19 cases, bring the total number to 135,569, while Iran’s…
Coronavirus: Turkey’s biggest city Istanbul under lockdown
Turkey, which took over Iran as the worst hit country in the Middle East in terms of cases, has reported 126,045 COVID-19 infections, while the death toll stood at 3,397.
COVID-19: With 1,194 fresh cases Iran’s tally close to 86,000
Cairo, April 23 : The confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Turkey climbed to 98,674 on Wednesday and the…
Iran sees continued slowdown in COVID-19 epidemic
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday announced a new two-day curfew which would come into effect on April 17 to curb the spread of COVID-19.
Doctor becomes first Covid-19 case in Meghalaya
The Meghalaya man became the first doctor in northeast India to get infected by Covid-19.
11 new COVID-19 cases in Rajasthan, total tally 83
Jaipur, March 31 (IANS) Rajasthan on Tuesday reported 11 fresh COVID-19 cases, including seven evacuees from Iran, taking the…
Shoot at sight orders may be issued if lockdown violated: Telangana CM
The government has warned of strict action against the foreign returnees if they do not observe home isolation order. Rao said that their passports will be suspended if they were found violating self-quarantine.
New lockdown to continue till April 14: PM Modi
New Delhi, March 24 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced nationwide three weeks lockdown starting from Tuesday midnight.…
‘Why a double standard game in battle against corona?’
Bhopal, March 24 : Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Kamal Nath on Tuesday asked his successor Shivraj Singh…
Delhi govt to pay Rs 5,000 to daily wagers
All constructions, shops and restaurants in Delhi have been shut to prevent spread of coronavirus.
Railways extends time limit to stay in its retiring rooms
New Delhi, March 23 Even as thousands of passengers were left stranded at railway stations across India in…
Only 5 women to continue with Shaheen Bagh protest on Sunday
New Delhi, March 22 : Amid Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call on the country to remain indoors on…
Will lock down Delhi if required: Kejriwal
Pension for elderly, widows, specially-abled being doubled in view of coronavirus outbreak, said CM.
Maharashtra: COVID-19 cases shoot to 63
Mumbai, March 21 (IANS) The total number of coronavirus cases in Maharashtra shoot up to 63 on Saturday,…
COVID-19: Railways puts brake on 709 trains on Saturday
New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) In the wake of the highly contagious coronavirus and the call given by…
One more killed in Meghalaya violence; death toll rises to 3
Internet services were suspended in six of the eleven districts of Meghalaya. These include East Jaintia Hills, West Jaintia Hills, East Khasi Hills, Ri-Bhoi, West Khasi Hills and South West Khasi Hills.
CAA, Inner Line Permit: 1 killed in Meghalaya clash
Mobile internet service has been suspended in six districts — West Jaintia Hills, East Jaintia Hills, East Khasi Hills, Ri Bhoi, West Khasi Hills and South West Khasi Hills District — for 48 hours.
Kejriwal announces Rs 10 lakh for kin of violence victims
New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) Announcing Rs 10 lakh each as compensation to the families of those killed…
Death toll rises to three in Assam anti-Citizenship Amendment Act protests
Guwahati, Dec 14 : The death toll in protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) went up to…
Violent Protests in Northeast: US, UK issue travel advisory
New Delhi, Dec 14: The United States and the United Kingdom have issued travel advisories for their citizens,…
Hindu community in Assam is uncertain about its future after CAB: Kapil Sibal
Senior Congress leader Kapil Sibal said here on Thursday that "even the Hindu community is uncertain about its future" in Assam after the passage of Citizenship Amendment Bill (CAB) in the Parliament.
Imran’s Mission Kashmir: Pak Generals dance with pop singer at GHQ
Rawalpindi/New Delhi, Oct 28 : Throwing basic military disciplines to the wind, top officers of the Pakistan Army…
Chilean Prez sacks entire Cabinet amid protests
"I've asked all of the Ministers to resign in order to create a new cabinet to confront these new demands," he said from the La Moneda presidential palace.
Chilean government to end state of emergency
Santiago, Oct 27 : The state of emergency that has seen troops on the streets of this capital…
Chile seeks UN observers to monitor protests
Santiago, Oct 25 Foreign Minister Teodoro Ribera said Thursday that the Chilean government would ask the UN to…
India rejects ‘uninformed’ Labour Party motion on Kashmir
New Delhi/New York, Sep 26 : India on Wednesday termed a motion on Kashmir passed by Britain’s Labour…
Kashmir after Article 370
After 45 days of Kashmir lockdown; United Nations, European Union, UK have started doing lip service of expressing…
Live Article 370 revoked: J&K now Union Territory with legislature
New Delhi, AUg 5: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday moved the resolution in Rajya Sabha to…
Omar, Mehbooba under house arrest in Srinagar
Srinagar, Aug 5 (IANS) Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Ministers Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti will not be…
Monks in Bodh Gaya pray for Sri Lanka blasts victims
April 22 : Buddhist monks at Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya conducted a prayer meeting and took out…
2002 Gujarat riots: Bias and passivity of police led to uncontrolled violence, says retired Lt. General (Part II)
The Army put an end to the mayhem during the 2002 Gujarat riots within 48 hours (March 4)…
2002 Gujarat riots: Despite request to CM Modi, Army lost a crucial day waiting for vehicles, says retired Lt. General
It takes three generations to forget. I do not want to reopen the wounds. I have spoken the truth about police and I stand by every word I have written.
Shillong : Fresh violence erupts as Mob attacks CRPF camp
Shillong, June 4: Tension refuses to die down in Meghalaya Capital Shillong as fresh violence erupted amidst ongoing curfew…
Sri Lanka Govt declares emergency for 10 days, Buddhists stage protests in Kandy
Sri Lanka government to declare the 10-days state of emergency to maintain law and order after riots in…
Six deaths in gunfight put Kashmir on boil, again
Srinagar, March 5: Strict restrictions were imposed at various places and internet curfew clamped across the Kashmir Valley on…
Ram Rahim Verdict : Haryana, Punjab peaceful, security remains on high alert
Chandigarh, Aug 27: Affected areas in Haryana and Punjab on Sunday morning were peaceful but security forces remained on…
Panchkula DCP suspended, situation in Haryana tense but under control
An official order today said that IPS officer Ashok Kumar, DCP Panchkula, has been put under suspension with immediate effect.
Ram Rahim verdict violence: Uneasy calm in Punjab, Haryana; Army out
Chandigarh, Aug 26, 2017: An uneasy calm prevailed in Punjab and Haryana on Saturday after incidents of violence…
Post Ram Rahim verdict: 30 dead, 250 injured as as Dera followers go on the rampage
Panchkula (Har), Aug 25 : At least 30 people were killed and 250 injured today in widespread violence,…
Bajranga Dal leader arrested for Bhadrak violence
Bhadrak (Odisha), May 2 : A senior Bajrang Dal leader was today arrested in connection with the Odisha’s Bhadrak…
Tension continues in UP’s Lakhimpur Kheri over objectionable video
Lucknow, March 3, 2017: Curfew imposed in Uttar Pradesh’s Lakhimpur Kheri town following violence that erupted over the…
Shutdown called in Manipur ahead of PM’s visit
Imphal, February 24: The insurgent groups in Manipur have called for a shutdown in the state on…
Kashmir to remain shut for 73rd consecutive day
Srinagar, Sep 19, 2016: For the 73rd consecutive day, The Kashmir Valley on Monday remained shut with authorities…
Bengaluru calm after Monday blues; Rajnath assures Centre’s support
Bengaluru, Sep 13, 2016: After IT-capital of India Bengaluru witnessed violence and torching on the streets with curfew and…
Kashmir toll rises to 76 as another youth succumbs to injuries
Srinagar, Sep 6 : Another youth injured in clashes with the security forces in Jammu and Kashmir succumbed on…
Amid clashes, Kashmir remains shut for 59th day
Srinagar, Sep 6, 2016: As the death toll in ongoing Kashmir unrest rose to 75, The authorities imposed…
Teacher allegedly beaten to death in Kashmir
A 30-year-old teacher has been allegedly beaten to death by security forces after a night raid on a…
Modi said, GST is a big platform for transparency
The crucial Goods and Services tax (GST) Bill has been tabled in Lok Sabha today for approval after…
Who said what on Dalit discussion?
On Fourth day of monsoon session, both the houses of Parliament on Thursday continued the disturbance and slogan…
Communal violence during Ram Navami in Jharkhand
Curfew was imposed in four police station areas of Bokaro district in Jharkhand on Friday night in the…
Jat agitation: Admn struggles to take control of Rohtak; situation degenerated across state
With Jat rioters yet to be brought under control in Rohtak and reports of communal violence and abolishing…
Haryana: Army personnel airlifted to Rohtak as Jat protesters block roads
Army troops were airlifted on Saturday to Haryana’s violence-hit Rohtak town after Jat protesters dug up roads to…