INDIA
Mumbai, Delhi among 'most forgetful' cities in India: Report
Backed by rider insights and gigabytes of data, ride-hailing company Uber's Lost and Found Index aims to educate riders in a fun yet informative manner about Uber's in-app options available to them at the tap of a button, in case they lose or forget something in their Uber during their trip. "We get that losing an item can be stressful, but when you Uber, you always have the option to trace so that you can attempt retrieving your belongings.
India logs 4,518 fresh Covid cases, 9 deaths in 24 hrs
In the same period, nine Covid-related fatalities were registered taking the nationwide toll to 5,24,701. Meanwhile, the active caseload has also risen to 25,782, accounting for 0.06 per cent of the country's total positive cases. The recovery of 2,779 patients in the last 24 hours took the cumulative tally to 4,26,30,852. Now, the recovery rate stands at 98.73 per cent.
24 pilgrims die as bus falls into gorge in Uttarkashi, PM announces compensation
The bus had around 30 pilgrims from Panna district of Madhya Pradesh and a driver. The accident took place between Damta and Barnigad, which is around 70 km from Yamunotri Dham at around 7.15 p.m., after the driver allegedly fell asleep at the wheel. It was said that this was his third trip without a rest. So far the bodies of 24 pilgrims have been retrieved while six others injured are undergoing treatment at Damta Primary Health Centre for first aid.
India land of Buddha and Gandhi, showed what living for others is all about: PM Modi
The Prime Minister made the remark while virtually addressing the Rotary International World Convention. Calling the Rotarians a true mix of "success and service", he said, "Every Rotary gathering of this scale is like mini-global assembly. There is diversity and vibrancy."
Qatar sought apology over Prophet comments, appreciates BJPA's action
"Expressing the disappointment of the State of Qatar and its total rejection and condemnation to the controversial remarks made by an official in the ruling party in India against Prophet Mohammed (may blessings and peace be upon him), Islam and Muslims," said a statement from Qatar Foreign Ministry. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Soltan bin Saad Al-Muraikhi handed this note to the Indian envoy.
Not govt's views but of fringe, India clarifies to Qatar
In response to a media query regarding statement issued by Qatar MOfA on an offensive tweet in India, the Spokesperson of the Embassy of India in Qatar said, "Ambassador had a meeting in the Foreign Office in which concerns were raised with regard to some offensive tweets by individuals in India denigrating the religious personality. Ambassador conveyed that the tweets do not, in any manner, reflect the views of the Government of India.
A high-cost college fest and a singer's untimely death: Questions remain
The first question is where do the students union of any state-aided college, North Kolkata's Gurudas College in this case, get the huge funds to organize such a big event involving a nationally acclaimed singer of KK's stature. Incidentally, the day before, KK gave another live performance at the same venue of Nazrul Manch in South Kolkata on the occasion of a freshers' welcome programme of another city-based and state-aided college.
India records 4,270 fresh Covid cases, 15 deaths
In the same period, 15 Covid deaths were recorded, pushing the nationwide death toll to 5,24,692. Meanwhile, the active caseload of the country has also risen to 24,052 cases, accounting for 0.06 per cent of the country's total positive cases. The recovery of 2,619 patients in the same time span took the cumulative tally to 4,26,28,073. Consequently, India's recovery rate stands at 98.73 per cent.
ED requests UAE govt to keep watch on Abhishek Banerjee in Dubai
Accompanied by his wife, Abhishek Banerjee is currently in Dubai to undergo ophthalmological treatment. While the ED was unwilling to allow his Dubai trip, later a single-judge bench of the Calcutta High Court permitted him and his wife to travel to Dubai. However, before leaving for Dubai, the couple had to submit their travel details to the ED officials as per the court order.
Govt asks Twitter, YouTube to take down deo brand Layer'r Shot's obscene ad
"It has come to the notice of the ministry that an inappropriate and derogatory advertisement of a deodorant is circulating on social media. The Ministry has asked Twitter and YouTube to immediately pull down all instances of this advertisement," the ministry tweeted, attaching the email it has sent to the platforms. Also, the TV channel on which it appeared has already pulled it down on directions of the broadcasting ministry, another tweet said.
Don't Miss
Advertisement