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Global Coronavirus Cases Surpass 4.8 Million: JHU
The overall number of global coronavirus cases has increased to over 4.8 million, while the death toll surpassed 323,000, according to the Johns Hopkins University. ....
India To Head WHO Exec Board From Friday Amid Leadership Vacuum Post-COVID
At a time when the credibility of the World Health Organization (WHO) has plummeted to an all time low and internationally there's a groundswell for new leadership, India's Health Minister Harsh Vardhan is all set to be the chairman of the WHO's Executive Board. He has been elected to the post and will take charge this Friday itself, succeeding Japan's Dr Hiroki Nakatani.....
US COVID-19 Deaths Top 100,000: Johns Hopkins University
The number of COVID-19 deaths in the US topped 100,000 on Wednesday, reaching 100,047, according to the Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) at Johns Hopkins University.....
Global COVID-19 Cases Reach Over 6.1 Million: Johns Hopkins
The total number of global coronavirus cases has increased to over 6.1 million, while the deaths have surged to more than 371,000, according to the Johns Hopkins University. ....
US Presidential Election: Joe Biden Pledges Free Covid-19 Vaccines For All If Elected
Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden has said that if he is elected in the November 3 election, he will make Covid-19 vaccines free for all Americans.....
Ayodhya 'Deepotsav' 2020: Yogi Government Sets Guinness World Record, Lights Over 6 Lakh Diyas
Ayodhya on Friday created a new Guinness world record by lighting 6,06,569 diyas at the majestic Ram Ki Paidi ghat on the banks of the Saryu river and other ghats of the temple town during the fourth Deepotsav. ....
Toilet For All Reflects Modi Govt's Sensitivity: Amit Shah
On World Toilet Day, Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauded the efforts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his efforts to provide the facility for each Indian household, saying it reflects a "sensitive government's commitment" towards the welfare of those neglected for years. ....
Twitter Bans Donald Trump Citing Risk Of Violent Incitement
Social media giant Twitter announced that it is banning US President Donald Trump from its platform, citing "risk of further incitement of violence". ....
World Wildlife Day: PM, VP Stress On Protection Of Animals
As World Wildlife Day is being observed, Vice President Venkaiah Naidu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday appealed to ensure protection of animals and preserve forest and safe habitats for them. ....
Nationalism Is Perceived As A Positive Force In India: Jaishankar
Nationalism for countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America is a positive term which refers to rebuilding of societies pillaged by imperialism, India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Friday. ....
