India’s shot putter Bhagyashri Jadhav finished seventh in the women’s shot put – F34 final event in the ongoing Tokyo Paralympics on Tuesday. Bhagyashri kick-started the final and was leading the charts before Marie Bramer-Skowronek of Germany and Orlova Elena occupied the first and second spot respectively. Bhagyashri might have started with a score […]
South Korea Navy and UK Carrier Strike Group to conduct joint military drill, US will not participate
South Korean Navy and the UK carrier strike group will conduct a joint maritime military training. The US military, which was scheduled to join, will not participate in the drill. “Korean Navy and the U.K. carrier strike group will appoint each training commander and conduct search and rescue drills and maritime […]
Milano launches a lavish Georgia Scheme at its annual Dealers’ Meet
Milano held its annual Dealers’ Meet on Friday, 20th August 2021 at Hilton, Al Habtoor City. Even during the festivities of Onam, more than 200 dealers attended the event. Talking about the event Anis Sajan, Vice Chairman, Danube Group said, “We’re really proud of being able to bring together the dealers in one […]
TVS Motor Company launches TVS ‘Built To Order’ platform
TVS Motor Company, a reputed manufacturer of two-wheelers and three-wheelers in the world, launched TVS ‘Built To Order’ (BTO) platform, marking its foray into the factory customisation and personalisation platform today. The new business vertical, the TVS BTO platform will empower the customers to customise and personalise their vehicles when […]
Rajasthan: 21-gun salute offered at Shrinathji Temple on Janmashtami
The administration of Shrinathji Temple presented a traditional 21-gun salute on the occasion of Krishna Janmashtami in Rajsamand, Rajasthan on Monday night. In a 1-minute video, it can be seen that some officials of the temple preparing a cannon used to give the salute. Devotees thronged the temple premises and enjoyed the gun salute. […]
Deepika Padukone signs her second Hollywood film
After ‘xXx: Return of Xander Cage’ (2017), actor Deepika Padukone is all set to feature in another Hollywood film. The untitled cross-cultural romantic comedy is being developed by STXfilms. According to Deadline, Deepika will not only star in the movie but also produce it through her banner Ka Productions. Excited to collaborate with STXfilms […]
Former Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi backs Taliban, says it came with positive mindset
After Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan, former cricketer Shahid Afridi has also thrown his weight behind the Taliban and said the terror outfit has come with a “positive mind” to power. In a video clipping tweeted by Pakistani journalist Naila Inayat, Afridi can be seen telling reporters that the Taliban is “allowing women to work”, and “likes cricket”. “No […]
Delta Plus AY-12 Covid variant cases in Pauri Garhwal Uttarakhand
Pauri Garhwal district reported its first case of Delta Plus AY-12 variant of coronavirus on Monday. The case of the Delta Plus AY-12 variant of coronavirus was reported in Kotdwar in Pauri Garhwal. According to the State Health Department, necessary guidelines have been issued and the patient has been quarantined at home. […]
Air India Chicago flight left baggage of 40 passengers, Scindia sought report
The national carrier Air India (AI) from Delhi to Chicago (US) took off from Indira Gandhi International (IGI) airport in the national capital on August 29 without the baggage of 40 passengers. A passenger reported that his luggage with the plane was not at Chicago airport because the airlines failed to load full baggage. […]
Afghanistan: Nearly 10 million children in desperate need of humanitarian aid, says UNICEF
There are nearly 10 million children in Afghanistan “in desperate need of humanitarian aid”, said UNICEF Afghanistan Representative, Herve Ludovic De Lys, adding that these children are deprived of their right to a healthy and protected childhood. “Those least responsible for this crisis, are paying the highest price — including […]
Here is your horoscope for 31 Aug, 2021
Aries Mars in your work and health sector can have the effect of pumping you up for getting things done these days, dear Aries, and it’s helpful. Today, however, Mars meets a grumpy Saturn, and a hurdle may seem to appear that you need to clear before pushing forward. It […]
Uttarakhand Covid curfew extended till September 7
The Uttarakhand government on Monday extended the ongoing Covid-induced curfew in the state by another week, till September 7. The restrictions have been extended in view of the coronavirus situation. As per the new order, the Covid curfew will come into effect from August 31, 6 am and will remain […]
IIT Roorkee, NDMA develop app that predicts natural disasters
In a joint venture with National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), IIT Roorkee has built an app that can predict natural disasters. As per the information shared by Uttarakhand Cabinet Minister Dhan Singh Rawat on Monday, the app will alert about the probable natural calamities beforehand. “I’ve also formed an expert committee. It’ll intimate us about the amount of […]
Tokyo Paralympics :Sumit wins India’s 2nd gold medal in javelin throw
Sumit broke the world record thrice on his way to winning gold in the Men’s Javelin Throw final (F64) at Tokyo Paralympics on Monday. His compatriot Sandeep failed to make the podium as he finished fourth in the event. This is India’s second gold medal and seventh medal at the Games […]
Punjab Congress leaders should focus on winning Assembly elections: Jaiveer Shergill
Referring to the ongoing rift between Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh and state party chief Navjot Singh Sidhu, Congress leader Jaiveer Shergill on Monday appealed to Congress leaders in Punjab to unite to counter the Opposition parties in the upcoming 2022 state Assembly elections. He further said that the main focus of every Congressman should be to win […]