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WHO asked to share timely updates regarding the Chinese situation; Indian surveillance system, reports from hospitals, ICMR labs do not indicate any unusual surge in India, Ministry says after monitoring group meet

Popcorn has three different GST tax slabs which is a good way to ensure that many of us won’t be going to the movies

Officials, MLAs say govt. committed to revive NSF, cleared dues of ₹190 crore recently. They say sugarcane in 18K acre needed for one crushing season

A patient from Punjab recently underwent a minimally invasive procedure which offers a permanent cure and eliminates the need for lifelong medication

Like many nations, Indian administration too is closely monitoring Salafi or Wahhabi teachings as they have been suspected to be the basis of certain terror organisations, particularly the Islamic State, that function in the name of Islam.

Officials concerned have been directed that the G.O.s be uploaded on GOIR portal in both the languages to honour the State’s linguistic and cultural heritage, and to promote transparency and inclusivity

The day-long programme featured sessions on the theme of accountability in the Judiciary, Executive, public sector and Legislature, helmed by invited speakers

A quiet 24x7 library in Patwa Toli village in Bihar’s Gaya district is making all the difference for IIT aspirants. Amarnath Tewary reports on the students, mostly from the weaving community of the area, who are finding Vriksha Pathsala a place to fulfil their dreams

Key resolutions passed during the delegates’ meeting include demands for the speedy realisation of the Angamaly–Sabarimala railway line, declaration of a support price for rubber by the Union government, among others

Eleven years after ghazal competition was introduced at the festival, the standards have vastly improved, with 16 of the 17 contestants securing A grades