PM Modi himself to handle Science and Technology Ministry; Shah entrusted with Cooperative Ministry

After the cabinet reshuffle, it is being reported from the Sources that Prime Minister, Narendra Modi himself will handle the Ministry of Science and Technology. Union Home Minister, Amit Shah has also been entrusted with the responsibility of the Cooperative Ministry. Mansukh Mandaviya has been given additional charge of the […]

Mukul Roy’s wife dies of post Covid complications in Chennai

Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Mukul Roy’s wife Krishna died in a private hospital in Chennai on Tuesday morning. She was brought to North 24 Parganas’ Kanchrapara at her residence on Wednesday morning. West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar condoled Krishna Roy’s demise. “Heartfelt condolences @MukulR_Official Mukul Roy, Former Union Minister, and MLA, […]

Flipkart eliminates single-use plastic packaging throughout supply chain

E-commerce marketplace Flipkart said on Wednesday it has eliminated all single-use plastic packaging used across fulfillment centres in India, delivering on its public commitment to move to plastic-free packaging by 2021. This has been achieved across more than 70 facilities where Flipkart has introduced sustainable alternatives like eco-friendly paper shreds, replaced poly pouches with recycled paper bags, replaced […]

Calcutta HC imposes fine of Rs 5 lakhs on Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee

The Calcutta High Court on Wednesday imposed a fine of Rs 5 lakhs on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for putting the judiciary in a bad light. The Calcutta High Court’s single bench led by Justice Kausik Chanda passed the order while hearing West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s election petition challenging BJP leader […]

Researchers develop novel tool which could improve serious illness conversations

Conversations between seriously ill people, their families and palliative care specialists lead to a better quality of life. Understanding what happens during these conversations – and particularly how they vary by cultural, clinical, and situational contexts – is essential to guide healthcare communication improvement efforts. To gain true understanding, new […]

Central govt runs on tax extortion, alleges Rahul Gandhi after petrol price crosses Rs 100-mark in Delhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday hit out at the Centre as the petrol prices crossed Rs 100-mark in the national capital and alleged that the Modi government runs on “tax extortion”. “Your car may run on petrol or diesel, Modi government runs on tax extortion,” the Congress MP tweeted in Hindi, using […]

Vedanta Resources’ funding options will improve on raising debt cap at subsidiary: S&P

S&P Global Ratings said on Wednesday that Vedanta Resources Ltd can increase funding options to address refinancing needs if it secures consent to raise the cap on total debt at subsidiary guarantor Twin Star Holdings Ltd. The exercise does not have any immediate effect on S&P rating on Vedanta Resources. Investors have been more receptive to […]

Hizb terrorist Halwai killed in Handwara encounter misused social media for terrorism: J-K police

The Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist, Mehrazuddin Halwai alias Ubaid, who has been killed in the Handwara encounter on Wednesday, has been responsible for misusing social media for terrorism activities, the police said. According to the police, Halwai had joined the terrorist ranks in the year 2011. “Killed terrorist Mehrazuddin Halwai alais Ubaid had joined terrorist […]

Here is your horoscope for 7 July, 2021

Aries Being mentally busy and learning new things are especially satisfying today, dear Aries. You might seek creative ways to satisfy your need for movement and variety. Your emotions tend to find channels and outlets through your connections, projects, personal interests, and studies. You can experience a friendly wake-up call […]