Kunal Gaurav is a multimedia journalist with Hindustan Times, New Delhi. He handles daily editorial operations for the digital news desk, including news tracking, news prioritisation, writing and editing.
Articles by Kunal Gaurav
US, Europe plan vaccination schemes as second virus wave builds
Moderna, whose clinical trial involved more than 30,000 participants, expects to have approximately 20 million doses ready to ship in the United States by year-end -- with elderly and at-risk people to be first in line for jabs.
Updated on Nov 17, 2020 08:30 PM IST
Washington | Agence France-Presse | Posted by Kunal Gaurav
Yemen: Clashes between government, separatists kill about 50
At least 47 fighters were killed and around 90 others were wounded in the clashes centered in Zinjibar, the Abyan provincial capital, and the officials described it as the fiercest in the recent months.
Published on Nov 17, 2020 07:08 PM IST
Sanaa | Associated Press | Posted by Kunal Gaurav
US Election 2020: Legal battles Trump may face after losing presidential privileges
The recent defeat in US elections has ensured that Trump will be stripped of his presidential privileges soon, leaving him vulnerable to civil and criminal proceedings.
Updated on Nov 17, 2020 06:48 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | hindustantimes.com | Edited by Kunal Gaurav
Measles outbreaks likely in wake of Covid-19 pandemic, say scientists
The scientists believe the coming months may likely see increasing numbers of unimmunised children who are susceptible to measles.
Published on Nov 17, 2020 05:15 PM IST
Melbourne | Press Trust of India | Posted by Kunal Gaurav
World’s last known white giraffe gets GPS tracking device
The white giraffe now stands alone after a female and her calf were killed by poachers in March, the Ishaqbini Hirola Community Conservancy said in a statement Tuesday.
Published on Nov 17, 2020 05:06 PM IST
Nairobi | Associated Press | Posted by Kunal Gaurav
NATO chief warns of high price if troops leave Afghanistan
The US decision comes just days after Trump installed a new slate of loyalists in top Pentagon positions who share his frustration with the continued troop presence in the war zones.
Published on Nov 17, 2020 04:44 PM IST
Brussels | Associated Press | Posted by Kunal Gaurav
Michele Flournoy: All about former US govt official likely to become first woman Pentagon chief
Several media reports have suggested that Biden is expected to select a woman to head the Pentagon and Michele Flournoy is being regarded as a top choice for the position.
Updated on Nov 17, 2020 04:23 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | hindustantimes.com | Edited by Kunal Gaurav
US Election 2020: Know the top contenders for Secretary of State in Biden Administration
Biden-Harris transition team will soon announce the nominations for some of the top jobs in the federal government, including US State Secretary, a position currently held by Mike Pompeo.
Updated on Nov 17, 2020 03:02 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | hindustantimes.com | Edited by Kunal Gaurav
Trial starts over foiled Paris train attack that inspired Clint Eastwood movie
The train assault happened in the same year as the December 15 massacre of staff at the Charlie Hebdo satirical magazine, the killing of a policewoman, and a deadly hostage siege at a Jewish supermarket.
Published on Nov 16, 2020 10:46 PM IST
Paris | Agence France-Presse | Posted by Kunal Gaurav
Trump aide promises ‘very professional transition’ to Biden
O’Brien’s comments signaled some of the firmest statements yet from a senior administration official acknowledging Biden’s win in the Novemver 3 vote.
Updated on Nov 16, 2020 10:06 PM IST
Dubai | Press Trust of India | Posted by Kunal Gaurav
‘A Promised Land’: First volume of Barack Obama’s memoir to hit stands on November 17
The book, titled ‘A Promised Land’, mentions former prime minister Manmohan Singh, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and party president Sonia Gandhi.
Updated on Nov 16, 2020 09:46 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | hindustantimes.com | Edited by Kunal Gaurav
‘On my watch!’: Trump boasts about Moderna’s Covid-19 vaccine efficacy
Earlier today, the US biotech firm said the trial has met the statistical criteria, adding that the preliminary analysis suggests a broadly consistent safety across all evaluated subgroups.
Updated on Nov 16, 2020 11:10 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | hindustantimes.com | Edited by Kunal Gaurav
Questions over Al-Qaeda future after leaders’ reported deaths
Iran has strongly denied the report over the killing of Abdullah, while Al-Qaeda has not issued any confirmation of the purported death of al-Zawahiri through its usual media channels.
Published on Nov 16, 2020 08:14 PM IST
Paris | Agence France-Presse | Posted by Kunal Gaurav
Covid-19: How does Moderna’s vaccine candidate compare to Pfizer’s?
According to the preliminary data, Moderna’s vaccine has shown a slightly better efficacy rate as compared to the vaccine developed by Pfizer/BioNTech SE.
Updated on Nov 16, 2020 07:52 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | hindustantimes.com | Edited by Kunal Gaurav
Top BJP leaders congratulate Nitish Kumar after he takes oath as Bihar CM for record 7th time
Several BJP leaders have extended their wish to chief minister Nitish Kumar and the deputy chief ministers - Tarkishore Prasad and Renu Devi - after they were sworn in at Raj Bhawan in Patna.
Updated on Nov 16, 2020 07:21 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | hindustantimes.com | Edited by Kunal Gaurav
Japan’s foreign minister says Tokyo looks to deepen US ties
Japan has been pursuing the FOIP with the US and they have formed a four-way cooperation that also includes Australia and India.
Published on Nov 16, 2020 05:47 PM IST
Tokyo | Associated Press | Posted by Kunal Gaurav
US Election 2020: Key health care measures likely to be reversed by Biden administration
Trump brought several changes to the health care plan through executive orders since the administration was unable to push the amendments through Democrats-controlled House.
Updated on Nov 16, 2020 05:33 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | hindustantimes.com | Edited by Kunal Gaurav
UN-led Libya talks end without naming interim government
UN acting envoy for Libya Stephanie Williams told reporters in Tunisia that the 75-member forum did not discuss names during their week-long talks.
Published on Nov 16, 2020 02:26 PM IST
Tunisia | Associated Press | Posted by Kunal Gaurav
Peru left without president as Merino resigns after protest deaths
Merino announced he was stepping down Sunday, following an ultimatum from Congress for him to quit or face censure after a police crackdown on protesters left at least two dead and scores injured.
Published on Nov 16, 2020 02:19 PM IST
Lima | Agence France-Presse | Posted by Kunal Gaurav
US Election 2020: What are ‘faithless electors’ that Trump allies hyping to help him secure second term?
Trump’s allies are talking up a wild plan to ensure that the US President remains in power even after convincingly losing popular as well as projected electoral votes.
Updated on Nov 15, 2020 07:19 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | hindustantimes.com | Edited by Kunal Gaurav
Baghjan blowout well successfully killed, fire completely doused: Oil India Limited
OIL tweeted that the situation is under control, adding that currently there is no pressure in well and the same will be observed for the next 24 hours.
Updated on Nov 15, 2020 06:59 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | hindustantimes.com | Edited by Kunal Gaurav
Parts of Delhi-NCR receive rainfall as IMD predicts minor relief from pollution
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast had said that “light to moderate” rain would occur over and adjoining areas of Delhi-NCR.
Updated on Nov 15, 2020 05:23 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | hindustantimes.com | Edited by Kunal Gaurav
Indian couple in UAE hosts ‘drive-by wedding ceremony’ due to Covid-19
Though the Dubai government has given the green signal to host socially distanced ceremonies, the couple decided to stick to their drive-by reception plan.
Updated on Nov 15, 2020 04:20 PM IST
Dubai | Press Trust of India | Posted by Kunal Gaurav
Senior Congress leader Ahmed Patel admitted to ICU, condition stable, says family
Patel announced on October 1 that he had tested positive for Covid-19 and had gone into self-isolation at his Delhi residence.
Published on Nov 15, 2020 03:47 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | hindustantimes.com | Edited by Kunal Gaurav
Pro-Trump march: What is Antifa that US President accused of attacking his supporters?
Trump said that Antifa tried attacking his “innocent” supporters present at the MAGA rally but had to “ran for the hills” because they “aggressively fought back.”
Updated on Nov 15, 2020 01:37 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | hindustantimes.com | Edited by Kunal Gaurav
Almost half of Pakistanis blame Imran Khan govt for inflation: Survey
The research conducted from October 28 to November 4 while interviewing over 1,000 respondents, revealed that half of the Pakistanis blame the federal government for inflation.
Published on Nov 15, 2020 01:30 PM IST
Islamabad | Asian News International | Posted by Kunal Gaurav
Pro-Trump march: Who are ‘Proud Boys’ and ‘Three Percenters’?
Proud Boys recently grabbed headlines after Trump urged them to “stand back and stand by” during the first presidential debate against his Democratic rival.
Updated on Nov 15, 2020 12:50 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | hindustantimes.com | Edited by Kunal Gaurav
PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif urges people to protect votes from being rigged
Addressing the voters in a video message, Sharif insisted that the people of the region support the party’s democratic credentials in the region, reported Daily Pakistan.
Published on Nov 15, 2020 11:36 AM IST
London | Asian News International | Posted by Kunal Gaurav
US Election 2020: How was Florida recount during Bush candidacy different from Trump’s challenge?
Republican George W. Bush was pitted against Democratic Vice-President Al Gore when the controversy surrounding Florida election results erupted.
Updated on Nov 13, 2020 07:27 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | hindustantimes.com | Edited by Kunal Gaurav
Saudi Arabia reports fire at oil terminal after Huthi boats intercepted
The fire erupted after the coalition on Wednesday intercepted and destroyed two boats rigged with explosives, which were launched by the Iran-aligned rebels.
Published on Nov 13, 2020 05:34 PM IST
Riyadh | Agence France-Presse | Posted by Kunal Gaurav