PM Modi says people should pledge to work towards a cleaner, healthier and more prosperous planet Today is Earth Day. The day is celebrated worldwide to demonstrate support for environmental protection. The day was proposed at the UNESCO conference in 1969 and the first Earth Day celebrations took place in 1970.Pic Credit- PTI Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu has called…
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Up to 7 years of jail for those guilty of violence against health workers Cabinet approves ordinance to protect healthcare workers The Cabinet has approved an ordinance to protect healthcare workers from violence on Wednesday. Those found guilty of attacking healthcare workers will face imprisonment and fine of Rs 50,000 to 2 lakh rupees and carries imprisonment from 3 months…
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The Union cabinet on Monday decided to cut 30 per cent salary of all MPs for one year, and divert MPLAD (Member of Parliament local Area Development) funds for two years –nearly Rs 7,900 crores–to fund the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Announcing the cabinet decision, Union minister Prakash Javadekar also said the President, the Vice President, Governors of states…
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The government on Saturday made its prior approval mandatory for foreign investments from countries that share land border with India to curb ‘opportunistic takeovers’ of domestic firms following the COVID-19 pandemic, a move which will restrict Foreign Direct Investment from China. Countries which shares land borders with India are China, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Bhutan, Nepal, Myanmar, and Afghanistan. ‘An entity of…
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MILAN — On Friday evening, Italy’s Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte extended the country’s lockdown to May 3, which was largely expected. The lockdown to fight the coronavirus outbreak was first enforced on March 9 and was meant to be lifted on April 13. Italy has been heavily impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak and, despite an improvement in the curve of contagions, as of April 10, at least…
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Sweat pants are the fashion statements during these coronavirus times. USA has entered a period of self-isolation and stretch pants, and retailers across the country are reporting a surge in sweatpants sales during imposed lockdowns to curb the coronavirus’ spread. While stores say that COVID-19 induced anxiety and dim economic forecasts have caused a steep drop-off in overall fashion sales, sweatpants…
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From hospitals to hand sanitiser, a number of big names from continental fashion capitals are turning their efforts towards the fight against the coronavirus. Will the American industry follow suit ? Prada is the latest big-name fashion brand to turn its production lines, usually focused on elegant blazers and blouses, to meet needs arising from the coronavirus crisis. Yesterday it…
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Speaking at India Today E-Conclave, Sania Mirza said that amid the current coronavirus crisis, it’s better to organise Tennis events behind the closed doors. HIGHLIGHTS I would do everything to get back to playing tennis again: Sania Mirza I would not personally have a problem with playing in front of empty stands: Sania Covid-19 continues to have a major impact…
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In a sensational interview, former Australia captain Michael Clarke claims that Australia players did not want to sledge Kohli because ‘I want him to pick me for Bangalore so I can make my USD 1 million for my six weeks’ ustralian cricketers were so keen to protect their lucrative deals in the Indian Premier League that they felt “scared” of…
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SKY SPORTS NEWS have enraged staff after sending out an online survey asking viewers to judge whether their presenters are ‘sexy’ and ‘good-looking.’ The rolling news channel has landed in a spot of bother after its failed attempt at market research led to senior presenters demanding crisis talks with management. The channel has promoted award-winning female broadcasters and journalists for the…
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