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On Cusp of Presidency, Biden Vows Virus Action on 'Day One' as US Sees 3rd Day of Record Covid Cases
More than 127,000 new infections were reported in the US on Friday, the third straight day of record cases, as votes from the bitterly fought presidential election were still being counted.
Indian Diplomat Vidisha Maitra Elected to UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions
In the Group of Asia-Pacific States, Maitra, First Secretary in India's Permanent Mission to the UN, obtained 126 votes. The 193-member General Assembly appoints members of the Advisory Committee. Members are selected on the basis of broad geographical re...
Countdown for Launch of Indian Rocket Carrying 10 Satellites in Progress, Says ISRO
According to Indian Space Research Organisation, fuelling of second and fourth stages/engines got over. The proposed launch will be the first space mission for ISRO from India in 2020.
Case Registered Against Milind Soman for Running Nude on Goa Beach, Circulating Pic
Milind Soman has been booked by the South Goa district police for promoting obscenity after he shared a photo of himself running nude on the beach.
EXPLAINER: The Slow Counting Is Mostly For Good Reasons
The slow pace of this years election count is fueling a lot of criticism, but it's mostly a reflection of laudable things: greater voter enthusiasm and steps that states took to protect their residents from COVID19.
Airbus Monthly Jet Deliveries Surge In October To Near-2019 Level
Europe's Airbus booked 72 jet deliveries in October, approaching last year's monthly pace for the first time since the start of the coronavirus crisis and easing concerns over a cashdepleting overhang of unwanted jets.
Republicans Ask US Supreme Court to Halt Counting of Late-arriving Pennsylvania Ballots
If Biden wins Pennsylvania he wins the presidency.
Wall Street Ends Little Changed, Posts Big Weekly Gain On Washington Gridlock Hopes
U.S. stocks held near the unchanged mark on Friday to close out a strong week as Democratic challenger Joe Biden edged closer to victory in the presidential election, while the monthly jobs report underscored the hurdles still facing the economy.
Amit Shah Has Time for Lunch at Backward Family Homes in Bengal, but He Can't Go to Hathras: Adhir Chowdhury
The BJP has faced flak over a string of attacks on Dalits in various states governed by the party, including the alleged gang-rape and killing of a 19-year-old Dalit woman at Hathras in Uttar Pradesh.
Time Is Running Out To Enact Any Trade Deal With UK - EU Lawmakers
European lawmakers said on Friday time was running out to put in place any new trade agreement between London and the European Union before the end of an 11month transition period following Britain's departure from the bloc.
Treatment Protocols Being Reassessed 10 Months into Covid-19 Pandemic, Focus on Aspirin as Potential Drug
Professor Peter Horby, co-chief investigator of the RECOVERY trial, said: "We felt it was particularly important to add aspirin to the trial since there is a clear rationale for believing that it might be beneficial and it is safe, inexpensive and widely...
Tribal Outfit and TMC Claim Amit Shah Garlanded 'Wrong Statue' of Birsa Munda, BJP Alleges Fake News
The statue, which was garlanded by Shah, is located at Puabagan in Bankura town of Bengal and is part of a beautification drive. The Bharat Jakat Majhi Pargana Mahal and Trinamool claim the statue is of an anonymous tribal hunter.
Nagarjuna Wraps Up Shoot for 'Wild Dog' in Manali
Telugu superstar Nagarjuna has completed shooting for his upcoming film, Wild Dog. The filming is on at Manali, Himachal Pradesh, and on Friday, Nagarjuna took to Twitter and shared a few pictures with the cast and crew of the film.
Double Standards: Twitter Users on Poonam Pandey's Arrest and Praise for Milind Soman's Naked Run
Actor Poonam Pandey's arrest over shooting an "objectionable" video in Goa is being cited as an example of gender discrimination on social media, with many pointing out to the praise Milind Soman received for his naked run on a beach.
Farah Khan's Confession: I Repeat My Clothes
Filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan on Friday confessed that she does not mind repeating her clothes in public.
Tesla Launches $250 Tequila, Runs Out In Hours
Tesla Inc Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk made good on his promise to sell "Tesla Tequila" two years after teasing the plan in a tweet, and the $250 bottles quickly flew off the virtual shelf.