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Indian Idol 12 Contestant Pawandeep Ranjan Gets Gold Chain from Bappi Lahiri
Pawandeep Ranjan's performance left everyone amazed including the Disco King and made him win the 'Performance of the Week' as well as a gold chain from Bappi da.
Auction Regime Put India Back by One Generation with Uncertain Future for Growth of Mineral Resources: FIMI
It also stressed that it is high time for India to deliberate whether auction is the right policy instrument for mineral development.
JPMorgan Profit Jumps 42% On Reserve Release, Investment Banking Strength
JPMorgan Chase & Co reported a much betterthan expected 42% jump in fourthquarter profit on Friday, driven by the release of some of the reserves it had built up against coronavirusdriven loan losses and continued strength in its trading and investment ba...
China COVID-19 Vaccinations Gather Momentum As Outbreaks Spread
A littleknown Beijing museum of urban planning looks set to see more visitors after being converted into a COVID19 vaccination site as China seeks to ramp up inoculations amid a new upsurge in infections.
Actor Dustin Diamond Diagnosed With Cancer
"Saved By The Bell" actor Dustin Diamond has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer, his representative has said. The 43-year-old actor, who found fame by playing the adorable nerd Samuel "Screech" Powerson the popular 1990s show, was recently hospitalised...
EU Nations Say COVID Vaccine Rollout Is Slow With Uncertain Timetables - Sources
Many European Union nations say they are receiving lowerthanexpected supplies of COVID19 vaccines and complain in internal meetings of uncertainty over future deliveries, EU officials told Reuters, as distribution proceeds unevenly among EU states.
Germany Surpasses 2 Million Coronavirus Cases, Death Rate Up
Germany surpassed 2 million coronavirus infections and the death toll from the pandemic reached almost 45,000, experts said on Friday, a day after Chancellor Angela Merkel demanded "very fast action" to curb the deadly virus.
Drone Operations Feature for First Time at Army Day Parade
This is for the first time drones featured at the parade that also had detachments of the upgraded anti-aircraft weapon system Schilka, BrahMos missile system, infantry fighting vehicle BMP-2, T-72 bridge laying tanks, and multi-rocket launcher system Pin...
Thai Protesters Scuffle With Police, Fearing More Royal Insult Charges
Scores of Thai protesters briefly scuffled with police on Friday, saying they feared another student activist would be charged with insulting Thailand's king.
Haryana CM Launches Air Taxi Services Between Chandigarh and Hisar Under UDAN Scheme
On this occasion, Khattar handed over a boarding pass to the first passenger. He also visited the airstrip where he was apprised about the aircraft.
Cricket: Labuschagne Ton Puts Australia In Charge Of Gabba Decider
Marnus Labuschagne rode his luck to a homeground century as Australia exploited India's injury woes and punished their poor fielding to reach 274 for five at the close of a steamy opening day of the fourth test decider in Brisbane on Friday.
Biden To Unveil Coronavirus Vaccine Distribution Plan As Cases Soar
Presidentelect Joe Biden will on Friday outline his plan to ramp up vaccinations against COVID19 as he prepares to take office amid soaring infection rates and an early rollout by the Trump administration he called "a dismal failure."
Indian Army Day 2021: Prez Ram Nath Kovind, PM Modi Lead Wishes to Honour India's Brave Hearts
Army Day 2021: President Ram Nath Kovind in his tweet spoke about how all Indian are grateful to committed soldiers, veterans and their families. He also remembered the soldiers who are no more as they were performing their duty.
JEE Main 2021 Registration Ends Today; Check NTA Guidelines Here
The last date for submission of application fees is January 17, 2021.
Analysis: Less For More In Turkey - Costly Food Starves Economic Rebound
Food has become so expensive in Turkey that some people are spending what money they have to stock up on rice and pasta to avoid swallowing even higher prices in the months ahead.
Gold Prices See Marginal Decline Today, Silver on the Rise
The price of gold in the international market has increased by Rs 4.30 or 0.23 percent to USD 1,850.90 per ounce on Friday.