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Christmas without curbs but Covid worry still looms due to China spike: Top 10
China's official figures paint a different picture while reports are emerging of the country's health infrastructure buckling under pressure.
Updated on Dec 25, 2022 07:47 AM IST
Ringing in Christmas, President Murmu, Mamata Banerjee join revelry. Watch
Christmas is being celebrated in many parts with restrictions lifted. However, the fear of resurgence of virus- like it did in China - still looms.
Published on Dec 25, 2022 06:51 AM IST
‘Spreading love I get from her,’ says Rahul on Sonia Gandhi amid Bharat Jodo
Bharat Jodo Yatra entered the national capital on Saturday and top leaders participated.
Published on Dec 24, 2022 02:00 PM IST
Regular oxygen supply priority: Govt amid preps for fresh fight against Covid
Many hospitals across the country had buckled under the pressure of high caseload during the second Covid wave.
Updated on Dec 24, 2022 02:29 PM IST
Swati Bhasin, New Delhi
Mandatory RT-PCR tests for arrivals from China, 4 more nations amid Covid worry
A massive spike in Covid cases in China has prompted concerns in India too over the possibility of a fourth coronavirus wave.
Published on Dec 24, 2022 12:15 PM IST
Swati Bhasin | Reported by Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
Sonia, Rahul and Priyanka march together at Bharat Jodo Yatra in Delhi: Top 10
The Bharat Jodo Yatra entered Delhi on Saturday morning.
Published on Dec 24, 2022 10:23 AM IST
Swati Bhasin | Reported by Sadia Akhtar, New Delhi
From 'Rahul for 2024' to invite to BJP leaders: Bharat Jodo Yatra in Delhi
Rahul Gandhi along with other party leaders entered the national capital on Saturday.
Published on Dec 24, 2022 09:42 AM IST
As Bharat Jodo enters Delhi, Rahul's ‘hate vs love’ attack on BJP continues
Bharat Jodo Yatra: The Kanyakumari-to-Kashmir foot march began in September.
Published on Dec 24, 2022 07:28 AM IST
Swati Bhasin | Reported by Sadia Akhtar
Winter session of Parliament ends early amid sparring between govt, opposition
Ruckus continued in Parliament even on the last day.
Published on Dec 23, 2022 12:05 PM IST
Swati Bhasin, New Delhi
'Go to Pak with family': BJP leader posts video message for ex Bihar minister
The RJD's Abdul Bari Siddiqui said at an event that he has told his children to settle abroad because of the “situation in the country”.
Published on Dec 23, 2022 10:37 AM IST
How many times has your tweet been seen? Elon Musk’s announcement on new feature
The views count feature is already available for YouTube.
Published on Dec 23, 2022 09:47 AM IST
Swati Bhasin, New Delhi
Covid Nasal vaccine okayed, countrywide hospital drills next week: 10 points
China Covid scare: Reports say that China is tackling with one of the worst outbreaks in the last two years.
Updated on Dec 23, 2022 11:11 AM IST
Swati Bhasin | Reported by Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
India digital transformation in focus as Jaishankar, Pichai meet
The tech giant boss and the Union Minister spoke on global developments and digitalisation.
Published on Dec 20, 2022 02:08 PM IST
‘Why should I apologise?’ asks Congress leader over comment on Smriti Irani
Smriti Irani on Monday had hit out at Rahul Gandhi.
Updated on Dec 20, 2022 02:51 PM IST
Delhi LG's direction on recovering ₹97 crore from AAP over ads
This is set to be a new Centre vs Delhi government flashpoint.
Published on Dec 20, 2022 11:07 AM IST
Swati Bhasin | Reported by Alok KN Mishra, New Delhi
3 terrorists linked to Lashkar shot dead in J&K; 2 involved in civilian killings
This comes a day after an LeT operative was held in Baramulla. The arrest helped in aversion of major attacks, officials said.
Published on Dec 20, 2022 09:58 AM IST
Baghel's ‘saffron’ jibe at Bajrang Dal members amid 'Pathaan' song row. Watch
A controversy was triggered last week over the use of saffron and green colour in ‘Pathaan’ song - ‘Besharam’.
Published on Dec 19, 2022 02:25 PM IST
Swati Bhasin, New Delhi
Huge protest near Maharashtra-Karnataka border over dispute| Video
The decades-old dispute was discussed last week by Union Home Minister Amit Shah with both chief ministers.
Updated on Dec 19, 2022 02:46 PM IST
Swati Bhasin, New Delhi
'No point in return to China, prefer India.. best place,' says Dalai Lama. Watch
"Kangra is my permanent residence," said Dalai Lama
Updated on Dec 19, 2022 02:48 PM IST
High drama in Karnataka over Savarkar poster, stir on border row in Maharashtra
The opposition staged a demonstration against the Veer Savarkar poster in the assembly in Karnataka.
Updated on Dec 20, 2022 11:59 AM IST
Swati Bhasin | Reported by Arun Dev, New Delhi
Congress 'lost its sense of direction': Ex Meghalaya minister quits before polls
The development can be viewed as a setback to Congress.
Published on Dec 19, 2022 09:29 AM IST
Swati Bhasin, New Delhi
'Beautiful Vande Mataram rendition': PM enjoys band performance. Watch
PM Modi was seen sitting in the audience in traditional attire.
Published on Dec 19, 2022 07:32 AM IST
Swati Bhasin, New Delhi
'Will expose you': Conmen Sukesh's fresh letter on Kejriwal also mentions polls
On Kejriwal's attacks on the BJP linked to the allegations, Sukesh wrote: “The BJP is not a party like yours”.
Published on Dec 18, 2022 01:59 PM IST
Swati Bhasin, New Delhi
'Congress may have survived if Digvijaya was at helm': Madhya Pradesh minister
Madhya Pradesh, which witnessed collapse of the Congress government in 2020, is set to vote for a new government next year.
Published on Dec 18, 2022 12:11 PM IST
'Humara CM Kaisa ho? Sachin Pilot jaisa': Slogans as Rahul leads Bharat Jodo
Rahul Gandhi earlier this week commented on “dissent” in the party.
Published on Dec 18, 2022 10:24 AM IST
North East Council golden jubilee, Projects worth ₹6.8K cr: PM's 2-state visit
Meghalaya and Tripura are among the states preparing to vote early next year.
Updated on Dec 18, 2022 11:07 AM IST
Swati Bhasin, New Delhi
Border row matter set to come up in Maha assembly as opposition attacks continue
Amit Shah had met chief minsters of both the states over the border row.
Updated on Dec 18, 2022 09:56 AM IST
Swati Bhasin, New Delhi
'Rahul Gandhi speaks language of Pak, China': Nadda's jibe on LAC remark| Video
BJP vs Rahul Gandhi: Rahul Gandhi's comments that “China may be preparing for war” triggered sharp reactions from leaders of the ruling party.
Published on Dec 18, 2022 06:46 AM IST
Swati Bhasin, New Delhi
Scindia shares 'major reason' behind ease in congestion at Delhi airport
The congestion concerns had emerged on social media.
Updated on Dec 16, 2022 02:19 PM IST
Swati Bhasin | Reported by Neha Tripathi
Congress marks 100th day of Bharat Jodo with Himachal victory in focus
Bharat Jodo Yatra: Rahul Gandhi has attacked the BJP multiple times during his interactions over the last three months.
Updated on Dec 16, 2022 02:12 PM IST