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28 May

India to vaccinate all citizens against Covid-19 by December 2021, says Union minister Javadekar

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India will be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the end of 2021, Union Minister Prakash Javadekar declared Friday, as the centre lashed out after Congress MP Rahul Gandhi pointed out that less than three per cent of the country's 130 crore people had received both doses.Mr Javadekar drew Rahul Gandhi's attention to a Union Health Ministry "blueprint" that, he said, would ensure the vaccination of 108 crore people by December, and reminded him "India is the second-fastest in vaccinating its people". "India's vaccination will be completed before 2021. The Health Ministry has given a blueprint for how 108 people -…

28 May

Founder of Black Lives Matter resigns from the Foundation herself

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Black Lives Matter's co-founder says she is resigning from its foundation, but not because of what she called right-wing attempts to discredit her. Patrisse Cullors said Friday would be her last day at the foundation, which she has led for nearly six years. The 37-year-old activist's finances came under scrutiny last month after it was reported she owned four homes. Black Lives Matter started as a hashtag in 2013 and has since become a global movement. Ms Cullors said she would step down from the Black Lives Matter Global Network to focus on her forthcoming second book, An Abolitionist's Handbook,…

27 May

Mary Kom, Saskhi enter final of Asian Championships

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Six-time world champion M C Mary Kom (51kg) and Sakshi (54kg) stormed into the Asian Boxing Championship finals after notching up gruelling victories in their last-four stage bouts here on Thursday. While Mary Kom prevailed 4-1 over Mongolia's Lutsaikhan Altantsetseg, two-time youth world champion Sakshi upstaged top-seeded Kazakh Dina Zholaman 3-2. However, Monika (48kg) settled for a bronze medal after going down 0-5 to second-seeded Alua Balkibekova of Kazakhstan. The top-seeded Mary Kom dug from her huge reservoir of experience to outwit the sprightly Altantsetseg. The veteran's right hooks were particularly impressive in a compelling performance. She fought with a…

27 May

“Even Their Baap Can’t Arrest Me”: Ramdev

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Roasted for his disparaging remarks against allopathy and modern medicine, yoga guru Ramdev on Thursday was seen in another controversial video on social media, challenging calls for his arrest, saying "even their baap cannot arrest Swami Ramdev". They are just making a noise. They keep creating trends like Thug Ramdev, Mahathug Ramdev, Giraftar Ramdev and so on," he said responding to #Arrest Ramdev trends on social media. "Arrest to khair unka baap bhi nahin kar sakta Ramdev ko he was heard saying in the video. he faced widespread criticism for saying in a video that surfaced over the weekend that more people…

27 May

Lockdown in West Bengal extended upto June 15

editor0 CommentsSikkimextended, Lockdown, West Bengal

The West Bengal government on Thursday extended the Covid-related restrictions on services and movement in the state till 15 June in view of an unprecedented surge in coronavirus cases. Mamata Banerjee, on April 30, had decided to impose an indefinite prohibition on several things, including shopping malls, markets, restaurants and bars, gyms, and swimming pools, with immediate effect. Restrictions in Bengal were currently in place from 15 May to 30 May. The restrictions announced earlier this month will carry over into the new 'near-lockdown' period. What’s allowed and what’s not in Bengal: 1) All offices and educational institutions will be shut, as…

27 May

Once a Covid hotspot, Dharavi records just three new cases, lowest in second wave

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The 2.5 sq km sprawl known as Asia’s largest slum,Dharavi recorded three new Covid cases this Wednesday,which is the lowest since February 11, when the second wave clashed through the city. Dharavi has reported 6,798 cases since last year’s outbreak, according to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). Around 36 per cent (2,500) of cases were recorded in March and April this year. Soon after the second wave started in mid-February, Dharavi recorded 10 daily cases, its first double-digit tally for a day after a gap of 37 days. In March, this area was averaging 50 cases everyday. And by March…

27 May

KFC India operates Contactless Delivery & Contactless Takeaway

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With increased focus on Screening, Sanitization, Social Distancing and Contactless service, KFC India has upped its already stringent standards of safety and hygiene. (a) Screening - Regular temperature screening takes place for all team members, including delivery riders. Anyone with symptoms as cold, cough, etc. is encouraged to stay at home until they get better. (b) Sanitization - Intensified sanitization of all surfaces, including doors, door handles, counters, tables, chairs, etc. takes place every 30 minutes. Team members follow stringent hand wash protocols and wear masks at all times. (c) Social Distancing - KFC ensures that team members as well…

27 May

Sony’s new microphones provide high-quality recording

editor0 CommentsBusinessECM-LV1, ECM-W2BT, SONY, wireless and stereo lavalier microphones

Two new microphones have been launched by Sony India - ECM-W2BT (Multi Interface Shoe compatible wireless microphone) and ECM-LV1 (compact stereo lavalier microphone). The new ECM-W2BT and ECM-LV1 microphones will be available across all Sony Centers, Alpha Flagship stores, www.ShopatSC.com portal and major electronic stores across India from 26 May onwards at MRP of Rs 16,990 and Rs 2,090 respectively. With the ECM-W2BT wireless microphone, wireless high-quality audio recording with lower noise and stable connection is possible, especially when paired with the ECM-LV1 stereo lavalier microphone and one of Sony’s cameras with digital audio compatibility. This combination offers the perfect…

27 May

Anurag Kashyap undergoes angioplasty in Mumbai hospital, currently recuperating

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Director Anurag Kashyap undergone angioplasty after he suffered mild pain in the chest last week. The 48-year-old filmmaker is currently recovering well at home. A source close to Kashyap told Mid Day, “Late last week, Anurag complained of discomfort and decided to get it checked at the earliest. An angiography revealed a few blockages in his heart. He was immediately admitted for surgery”. The surgery was performed in an Andheri hospital in Mumbai. Confirming the news to Indian Express, Kashyap‘s spokesperson said “Yes, he underwent an angioplasty. He is now recuperating. Thank you for your concern”. The director finished shooting his upcoming…

27 May

ICICI Pru Life’s Guaranteed Pension Plan

editor0 CommentsBusinesscustomised retirement solution, Guaranteed Pension Plan, ICICI Pru Life

An innovative retirement solution has been launched by ICICI Prudential Life Insurance by combining two variants of its popular ‘Guaranteed Pension Plan’. It offers a guaranteed return on investments. This solution provides customers with increasing regular income that doubles after five years and triples after the 11th year, thereby shielding them against the rising cost of living. The pandemic has made customers appreciate the importance of financial planning, and this is specially so for life after retirement. The customer-centric retirement or annuity products offered by the Company have enabled it to grow the annuity business segment by 120% in FY2021.…