The next 24 hours will be crucial for Ukraine’s fight with Russia, said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday during a phone conversation with British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, the National News Agency of Ukraine (Ukrinform) reported. Johnson said he would do all he could to help ensure defensive aid from Britain and […]
Baltic states, Poland ask IT giants to ban accounts of Russia, Belarus authorities
Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and Poland will ask IT giants to suspend the accounts of the authorities of Russia and Belarus, as well as the state-run media, amid Russia’s operation in Ukraine, the Lithuanian government said on Monday. “Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Simonyte initiated a joint letter of Estonia, Latvia, Poland […]
IPL 2022: Hardik Pandya starts preparation, Gujarat Titans’ camp likely to be in Ahmedabad
All-rounder Hardik Pandya has started to put in hard yards as he gets ready to lead the Gujarat Titans in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 edition. Pandya is training alongside Abhinav Manohar, Darshan Nalkande, Varun Aaron and head coach Ashish Nehra is overseeing the preparations. “Hardik Pandya, Abhinav Manohar, Darshan Nalkande, Varun […]
Negotiations between Russia and Ukraine begin in Belarus
Negotiations between the delegations of Russia and Ukraine to resolve the ongoing conflict between the two countries began in the Gomel region of Belarus here on Monday. High-level delegations from both sides arrived at the venue on the banks of the Pripyat River to attempt a negotiated settlement in the ongoing crisis. According to the office […]
Vladimir Putin puts Russia’s Nuclear Missiles on Alert
Vladimir Putin has ordered Russia’s military to put its deterrence forces, which include nuclear weapons, on “special alert”. He told defence chiefs it was because of “aggressive statements” by the West, amid widespread condemnation of his invasion of Ukraine. The announcement does not mean Russia intends to use the weapons. […]
EU condemns Taliban’s home search operations, calls it a crime
The European Union condemned the Taliban’s comprehensive home search operations in Kabul and called it a crime. The European Union Ambassador to Afghanistan, Von Brant urged to stop home search operations. In a Twitter message, he said to the Taliban that Afghanistan is being watched by the world besides the Russia-Ukraine crisis, reported The Khaama Press. “The intimidations, house searches, arrests, and […]
Ukraine crisis: Cabinet Secretary briefs states on evacuation of Indian students
On Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s directions, Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba on Monday spoke to Chief Secretaries of states and briefed them about the Central government’s efforts to bring back students from Ukraine, sources informed. He has also requested the District Collectors to contact family members of students and to keep […]
Ukraine suffering many civilian casualties, says envoy to India
As the Russia-Ukraine conflict continues to evolve rapidly, the Ukrainian Ambassador to India Dr Igor Polikha on Monday said that the country has suffered many civilian casualties due to the Russian military operation. Speaking at a press conference here in New Delhi, Polikha said, “We’re suffering a lot of civilian casualties. According to official information of […]
AIADMK protest against arrest of ex-TN minister D Jayakumar
AIADMK cadre on Monday staged protest across the state against the arrest of former Tamil Nadu minister D Jayakumar following the local body elections, which was held on February 19. The police had arrested Jayakumar for allegedly assaulting and disrobing a man during the local body elections. The AIADMK had alleged that the man had indulged in […]
UP Polls: Political dynasties create obstacles in development path, says PM Modi
Campaigning for the sixth phase of Uttar Pradesh elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday came down heavily against the family led Opposition parties, accusing them of being obstacles in the development path of the state. “Today India has given over 200 million vaccine doses free of cost to its […]
Russia will no longer be able to compete in FIFA soccer matches under its name as invasion of Ukraine continues
Amid the continuing invasion of Ukraine, FIFA on Sunday announced new actions against Russia, including that the national team will no longer be allowed to compete under the name “Russia.” International soccer’s governing body voted unanimously to ban all international competition on Russian territory until further notice. Any “home” matches will […]
Delhi man held for duping government employees, others of over Rs 14 crore
A man was arrested for allegedly duping over 60 people including government and public sector employees of over Rs 14 crore by assuring them possession of a flat in housing project in Greater Noida, Delhi Police said. The 64-year-old man identified as Diwakar Sharma was arrested by the Economic Offence Wing of Delhi Police based on […]
PM Modi slams Opposition for promoting Covid-19 vaccine hesitancy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday slammed Opposition for promoting COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in the country and said that the vaccination drive was successfully carried out despite several challenges. The Prime Minister, while addressing a public meeting today in Maharajganj, said, “Those Indians who felt proud by knowing that vaccines were […]
Assam CM takes stock of healthcare facilities in Sasoni Community Health Centre
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday took stock of the availability of healthcare facilities in Sasoni Community Health Centre. The Chief Minister interacted with the on-duty doctors and nurses of the health centre and assured them of all possible assistance. “Visited Sasoni Community Health Centre, Dibrugarh and took stock of […]
Ukraine crisis: Sixth flight with 240 stranded Indians departs from Budapest
The sixth flight carrying 240 stranded Indian nationals has departed from Hungary’s Budapest for Delhi under Operation Ganga, informed External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday. “Sixth Operation Ganga flight from Budapest has taken off with 240 Indian nationals for Delhi. Evacuation efforts continue to get stronger,” read Jaishankar’s tweet. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra […]