Tag: World
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. ....
India To Give Visa To Afghan Nationals Fleeing Taliban: Government Sources
In view of the growing threat of Taliban, there has been a significant increase in visa requests to come to India from Afghanistan. Indian government have decided to give visa the Afghan nationals, according to Indian government sources. ....
Ashes Diplomacy: UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson Raises Travel Concerns With Scott Morrison
With England set to tour Australia for the traditional Ashes series in December there are concerns in England over the impact of the lengthy bio-bubble on the health of the players as the team will be going Down Under soon after the T20 World Cup. To lessen the mental stress, England players have sought to travel with their families for the Ashes, a move opposed by the Australian government which has imposed strict travel restrictions on visitors due to the Covid-19 pandemic. ....
