Farmers started to gather in Karnal (Haryana) for the kisan mahapanchayat, today. Till 11am, over 200 farmers had reached the Karnal mandi, the venue for the mahapanchayat, informed onlookers. Meanwhile, multi-layer security has been deployed at the spot. As many as 30 battalions, including central forces, have been deployed to ensure the security of farmers […]
Author: Bureau
Indian bowlers shine in 157-run win over England
India pulled off a stunning 157-run win in the fourth Test against England, only their second-ever at The Oval and first at the venue after 1971, to take an unassailable 2-1 lead in the five-match series. After 1986, this is the second time that India has won two Tests on a single tour of England. […]
Sri Lanka passes ‘state of emergency’ amid soaring food prices Colombo
The Sri Lanka Parliament on Monday passed the ‘state of emergency’ with claims to seize hidden food stocks amid soaring prices of food and essential items. The ruling Gotabaya Rajapaksa government passed the state of emergency with majority votes, with the opposition parties complaining that the law is a danger to democracy, rights and freedom […]
Mobile internet suspended; Section 144 imposed in Karnal ahead of farmers’ mahapanchayat and gherao of mini-secretariat
The Haryana government ordered suspension of mobile internet services in Karnal district to “stop the spread of misinformation and rumours” through social media, a day ahead of the farmers’ mahapanchayat and planned gherao of the mini-secretariat over the August 28 lathicharge. The mobile internet services in Karnal district will remain suspended from 12:30 pm on […]
Ludhiana record highest vaccination in a single day
Ludhiana district in Punjab has achieved the highest ever vaccination against Covid-19 on a single day with 131,993 doses, said an official. District Deputy Commissioner Varinder Kumar Sharma said this will further strengthen the fight against the coronavirus. He said the milestone of administering more than 1.31 lakh doses was not possible without the support […]
Hindus, Muslims have same ancestry: Bhagwat
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Monday said that Hindus and Muslims share the same ancestry and every Indian citizen is a “Hindu”. Speaking at an event In Mumbai, organised by Pune-based Global Strategic Policy Foundation, the RSS chief said “sane” Muslim leaders should stand firmly against fundamentalists. “The word Hindu was equivalent […]
Majority of deaths due to dengue, scrub typhus: Centre
The Centre said that a majority of children’s deaths in Uttar Pradesh’s (UP) Firozabad district occurred due to dengue, as well as scrub typhus, and leptospirosis. A letter was sent to the UP Chief Secretary Rajendra Kumar Tiwari by the Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan. He stated that the central team has found that majority […]
Pepsico, Airtel partner to unlock digital experience for customers
PepsiCo India and telecommunications services provider Bharti Airtel are doubling down on their partnership to unlock a world-class digital experience with packs of Lay’s, Kurkure, Uncle Chipps, and Doritos, informed officials. With the festive season approaching, PepsiCo India and Airtel are providing customers complimentary 2GB data with select packs of Lay’s, Kurkure, Uncle Chipps, and […]
Royal Enfield launches new Classic 350 model in Rajasthan
Motorcycle maker Royal Enfield on Monday launched the all-new Classic 350 model in Rajasthan market. “Rajasthan is one of the key markets for the company from where we regularly take feedback from customers. The motorcycle was highly anticipated and we have received a huge response from the motorcycle,” said Anuj Dua, Brand Manager, Classic, Royal […]
Demand for Declaring Batala as a District Under Consideration: Punjab CM
Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh said the demand for declaring Batala as a district is already under consideration and a final decision will be taken after due consideration of various issues involved. He had received a similar representation from another Congress leader last month and was looking into the matter, added the Chief Minister, […]