Kickstarting the process of recruitment to 50,000 government posts during the current fiscal, the Punjab Cabinet on Wednesday approved restructuring 10 departments, paving the way for boosting their functional efficacy through technical upgradation. At a meeting of the state cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Amarinder Singh, it was decided that […]
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The refreshing face of beauty in 2021
The year 2020 is over with bittersweet memories. While the year had us all engulfed in the scare of the novel virus, we also saw many positive changes take place. From people becoming compassionate to moving ahead adapting to the difficult times, we have passed the year and moving towards […]
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Alexander Wang in the eye of storm over allegations of sexual misconduct
Several reports claim that designer Alexander Wang (otherwise known for star-studded bashes) sexually assaulted multiple male and trans models after drugging them with MDMA at parties. According to WWD many have accused him of being a ‘sexual predator’ by drugging drinks and sexually assaulting them.The initial claims were posted on […]
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Tata Altroz Turbo officially teased ahead of launch on January 13
Tata Motors is all set to launch the new turbo variant of its popular premium hatchback Altroz on January 13. Ahead of its launch, the carmaker took to social media to tease the new hatchback. Apart from a ‘turbo-ed’ powertrain, the new Altroz variant will also feature a Marina Blue […]
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UPSC NDA, NA notification 2021 released, application process begins at upsc.gov.in
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Wednesday released the official notification and invited online applications for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (I) 2021 on its official website. Interested and eligible candidates can apply for the examinations online at upsconline.nic.in on or before January 19, 2021 until 6 […]
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Covid-19: No data to back UK’s new vaccination plan, says Pfizer
US pharmaceutical company Pfizer Inc. said that it has no data to establish that single dose of its Covid-19 vaccine would provide protection against the virus after more than 21 days, undercutting the observation of UK’s Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI). The UK government announced a new immunisation […]
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ED ‘weaponised’ to hound political opponents, says Mehbooba Mufti
The Enforcement Directorate is being “weaponised by the ruling party to hound political opponents”, alleged Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Thursday, underscoring that she will fight legally and politically against the agency. Mufti shared the letter she sent to the director of the ED, claiming that various […]
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States which are reopening schools partially from January 1
Several states have decided to reopen schools from the first day of the new year 2021, as restrictions are being eased with the decreasing number of Covid-19 cases, though concerns over the new UK strain prevail. Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Sikkim have already reopened classes partially. Here […]
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CBI raids youth TMC leader’s homes in Kolkata in coal smuggling case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday raided three residences of businessman and youth Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Vinay Mishra and businessmen Amit Singh and Niraj Singh, who are siblings, in connection with the ongoing investigation into the coal smuggling case. None of the suspects were home during the […]
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Yograj Singh reacts after BCCI put Yuvraj’s comeback request on hold
Former Indian all-rounder Yuvraj Singh wished to come out of his retirement and play domestic cricket for his home team – Punjab. He even put his case for selection in the forthcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 tournament but received a denial from the Board of Control for Cricket in India […]
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Iran minister Javad Zarif accuses US of fabricating war pretext
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif accused the United States on Thursday of trying to fabricate a pretext for attacking Iran, and vowed Tehran would defend itself even though it does not seek war. “(President) @realDonaldTrump & cohorts waste billions to fly B52s & send armadas to OUR region. Intelligence […]
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Snowfall in Kashmir valley brings in hordes of visitors
Tourists are making a beeline to Kashmir. The famous twin resorts of Gulmarg and Pahalgam are witnessing a heavy influx of New Year revellers and most hotels are booked for weeks ahead, with the battered industry rejoicing over the return of the “good old days”. With regular operations of international […]
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Exxon signals up to $20 bn writedown to overwhelm 4th quarter gains in oil, chemicals
Exxon Mobil Corp signaled in a regulatory filing that higher oil and gas prices and improved chemicals margins would aid fourth quarter results, but the gains would be overshadowed by an up to $20 billion asset write down. The largest US oil producer has posted losses in the first three […]
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Railways launch upgraded IRCTC website, call it a ‘New Year gift’ for travellers
Union railways minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday launched the revamped version of the e-ticketing website of the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). The new website claims to have complete user personalization linked to the user login, such as the booking of meals, retiring rooms and hotels too have […]
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Bitcoin touches $29,000 for another high in banner year
Bitcoin vaulted above $29,000 to reach yet another record level on the last day of 2020, showing no signs of slowing down its torrid December rally. The largest cryptocurrency climbed to as high as $29,292 before pulling back slightly to trade at $28,520 as of 9:12 a.m. in Hong Kong Thursday. […]