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Over 4 Lakh Covid Cases In India For First Time In New Global Record

India's coronavirus cases hit a grim global record with 4,01,993 fresh infections in the last 24 hours. 3,523 Covid patients have died. The third phase of the world's largest vaccination drive has... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/335CnNq

"Will See How Centre Replies To Supreme Court on Vaccines": P Chidambaram

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram Friday said he was grateful to the Supreme Court that it has raised the issues of vaccine prices and compulsory licensing to vaccine makers and wondered how the... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3t1560w

US Exempts Categories Of Students, Journalists From India Travel Ban

Certain categories of students, academics, journalists and individuals have been exemption from the India travel ban announced by President Joe Biden, the US State Department said. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3aR9FUI

Centre Vs States On Vaccine Stocks As Roll-Out For 18+ Begins: 10 Points

More than 1 crore doses of vaccines are still available in stocks with states, the centre said on Friday after several states red-flagged shortage and said they won't be able to extend the coverage to... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3gTIsob

Covid Crisis In India "Very Serious", Cases Yet To Peak: US Official

The COVID-19 crisis in India is indeed very serious, the Biden Administration said on Friday, noting that the cases have not peaked yet. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/2QOs1Po

India's over-18s vaccination to start

The drive has begun to lag at a time when a second deadly wave is devastating the country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2OcL3hp

Rs 82,000 charge for 7km ambulance ride in Hyd

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If you want to transport your loved one to a Covid hospital in an ambulance, ensure it’s registered with the police or seek one from 108 service as scores of people are being fleeced by private operators, who are charging exorbitant rates for the shortest of rides. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/332BtRI

In a 1st, T'gana to deploy drones to drop vaccines

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Next time you see a drone in the sky, it may well be carrying Covid-19 vaccines to remote villages. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3e3Uzxk

Hyderabad: 2 nabbed in Oxygen racket

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Two persons from Puranapul darga were nabbed by the sleuths of task force as they were allegedly selling oxygen cylinders at high price to needy persons. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3nCUEet

Land grabbing: KCR, health min fight out in open

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In the midst of the second wave of the Covid-19 pandemic sweeping through Telangana, a political fight has broken out between chief minister K Chandrasekhar Rao and his health minister Eatala Rajender. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/33hGbvn

Applicants at POPSKs can reschedule appointments

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Applicants who have booked their appointments at any of the 14 Post Office Passport Seva Kendras (POPSKs) can reschedule their appointments from May 17 onwards, at the respective POPSKs, according to Dasari Balaiah, regional passport officer, Hyderabad. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/2QCrErr

Australia Bans Arrivals From India, Says Offenders Will Face Jail, Fines

Australian residents and citizens who have been in India within 14 days of the date they plan to return home will be banned from entering Australia as of Monday and those who disobey will face fines... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3eIz6ck

Covid: Australians could face jail or fines if they return from India

Australia makes it temporarily illegal to return from India, which is being ravaged by Covid-19. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ueMdZy

Congress Emerges Victorious In Karnataka Urban Local Body Polls

As the counting for Karnataka Urban Local Body polls concluded, Congress State President DK Shivakumar expressed happiness as his party won by gaining seven out of ten Urban Local Bodies (ULBs). from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3nD5WPL

Florida plans to fine social media for banning politicians

The Florida bill proposes fines up to $250,000 per day for companies which violate the rules. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2R9GYvo

Singapore: What's it like in the best place to live during Covid?

As the pandemic continues to devastate, one Asian island has emerged as the best place to ride it out. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eJrztU

Covid: Pakistan fears 'Impending doom' threatens Pakistan

A slow vaccine roll out, no lockdown and large gatherings are concerning doctors in Pakistan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gSR3aT

How a Nigerian mother fought to hold on to her child in Italy

A Nigerian woman in Italy nearly lost her son as the authorities questioned her parenting style. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3uaGBPE

Alaska's first CSI takes on blood and burglaries in sub-zero weather

Shasta Pomeroy isn't only the first Fairbanks crime scene investigator, she's the first in the state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2S77YvV

India's Covid vaccine shortage: The desperate wait gets longer

India is facing a severe shortage of vaccines amid a relentless second Covid wave. How did this happen? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xBE17y

France-Algeria relations: The lingering fallout from nuclear tests in the Sahara

France says the tests were carried out in uninhabited areas but local residents beg to differ. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nni07P

At Least 12 Covid Patients Killed In Fire At Gujarat Hospital

At least 12 coronavirus patients were killed in a fire at a hospital in Gujarat's Bharuch in early hours on Saturday. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3xC23zo

"Won't Reach That Stage": Uddhav Thackeray On Complete Lockdown

Maharashtra would have seen nine to ten lakh active coronavirus cases if the state government had not imposed new lockdown-like restrictions, Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray said on Friday. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3gVWvK2

"Met Him Like A Fan": Chetan Sakariya's Fanboy Moment With Rohit. See Pic

IPL 2021, MI vs RR: Rohit Sharma signed a match jersey for Rajasthan Royals' fast bowler Chetan Sakariya after Mumbai Indians beat RR on Thursday. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3aQqHCm

Lockdown or curfew extension? Telangana HC asks govt

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The Telangana high court on Thursday sought to know from the state government whether it would impose lockdown or extend the night curfew to check the rapid spread of Covid-19 cases in the second wave. The night curfew is ending on Friday. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/32Y3DgO

T'gana received lowest doses among south states

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While there is a shortage of supply of Covid-19 vaccines ahead of the launch of vaccination drive for 18-44-year-olds, data on supply of vaccine doses show that Telangana has received the lowest number of doses among southern states. While the state has performed better than several states in terms of vaccine wastage, it had received only around 46 lakh doses till April 28. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3t2Hmcs

Dozens Killed In Stampede At Israel Pilgrimage Site

A massive stampede at a densely packed Jewish pilgrimage site killed dozens of people in northern Israel on Friday, leaving emergency workers scrambling to clear the area and evacuate the critically... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3gO0sAz

No vax, can’t jab 18-44 age group: T'gana health minister

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The Telangana government on Thursday said it is not possible for them to roll out Covid vaccination for 18-44 age group from May 1 due to an acute shortage of vaccines, and blamed the Centre for this situation. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/334WQSo

Gandhi Hospital staffer took bribe to release bodies

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A mortuary staffer at the state-run Gandhi hospital was removed from duty and an enquiry was ordered after a video surfaced of the staffer taking bribes to release dead bodies of Covid-19 patients. The staffer is seen demanding money for releasing a body in the videograb and reasoning that the money is being demanded as per the ‘going rate’ for releasing bodies as the amount has to be shared among others. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3gO4V6j

Covid-19 in T'gana: HC rips SEC for holding civic polls

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Equating over 10,000 polling and police personnel, gearing up to conduct Friday’s municipal polls and the subsequent counting process on May 3, with the valiant British soldiers of the 1854 Crimean War, the high court on Thursday asked the State Election Commission (SEC) and the government to shut liquor shops till May 3. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3aQ4mF3

India-US Ties Intensified In President Biden's First 100 Days: Official

The relationship between India and the United States has intensified in the first 100 days of the Biden administration, a State Department official said in . from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3xvzTpP

Pfizer Begins To Export US-Made Covid Shots: Report

Pfizer Inc's shipment of COVID-19 vaccine to Mexico this week includes doses made in its U.S. plant, the first of what are expected to be ongoing exports of its shots from the United States, a source... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3eL7cfV

Suspects Face Attempted Murder In Kidnapping Of Lady Gaga's Dogs

Three men were charged with attempted murder and robbery on Thursday in the theft of singer Lady Gaga's dogs in February, authorities said, a crime that saw her dog walker shot on a street in... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3nAMHqo

Israel stampede: Dozens killed in crush at religious festival

Emergency services confirm dozens have been killed and many more wounded in north-east Israel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gOf3Ma

IPL 2021 Points Table Update: Orange Cap Holder, Purple Cap Holder List

IPL 2021, DC vs KKR: Prithvi Shaw and Shikhar Dhawan made gains in the scorers' chart as Delhi Capitals thrashed Kolkata Knight Riders by seven wickets. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/330BE01

Watch: Dhawan Drops To His Knees On Karthik's Cue In Hilarious Banter

IPL 2021: Shikhar Dhawan and Dinesh Karthik engaged in some funny mid-match banter during Delhi Capitals' match against Kolkata Knight Riders. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3u5A48R

Italy Tightens Travel Rules; 23 Passengers From India Test Covid Positive

Italy on Thursday tightened the rules on people arriving from coronavirus-hit India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, while extending quarantine regulations for Europeans. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/2R9GEg6

India Covid: A nurse's story of fighting the virus

A nurse at the forefront of the battle against the pandemic shares her story with the BBC. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nvR0De

Quiz of the week: Oscar-winner Chloé Zhao, pricey sneakers and Marcelo's civic duty

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3uazqak

Xueli Abbing: The abandoned baby who became a Vogue model

The 16-year-old's albinism led to her being abandoned as a baby but she is now a successful model. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3e6ovZP

The ransomware surge ruining lives

A coalition is calling for action from governments as victims describe crippling cyber-attacks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2R9dr59

'It's your device, you should be able to repair it'

The BBC talks to the volunteers running free workshops to help consumers fix broken gadgets. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eI10VV

Africa's week in pictures: 23-29 April 2021

A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xy2r1L

World's longest pedestrian suspension bridge to open in Portugal

Local residents tested out the 500m walkway, which spans a gorge in Portugal's Arouca Geopark. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3330493

'Heartbreaking' return to St Vincent's volcano-hit 'red zone'

The BBC accompanies a school teacher back to a village in St Vincent's restricted volcano-damaged 'red zone'. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Se8ybs

Ransomware gangs target firms, schools and hospitals

More than 60 tech firm and law enforcement leaders want aggressive, urgent action against ransomware. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Pzjlfg

3.79 Lakh Covid Cases, 3,645 Deaths As India Daily Figures Reach New High

India's daily Covid figures reached a new high today with 3,79,257 fresh infections and 3,645 deaths reported in the last 24 hours. The caseload surged to 1.83 crore cases; over 2.04 lakh people have... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3u4CRPE

On Irrfan's Death Anniversary, Son Babil Writes Of "Full Stop" In A Note

"There is a legacy that has already been concluded by my Baba himself. A full stop. Nobody can ever replace him," wrote Babil from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/2QHZsTV

"Enrich Festival Of Democracy": PM As Bengal Votes In Phase 8

With the eighth and last phase of the West Bengal assembly polls underway on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called upon people to cast their votes to enrich the festival of democracy while... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3aMd7Af

4.6 Earthquake, 18 Aftershocks In Assam After 6.4 Earthquake Hits State

A day after a powerful earthquake of magnitude 6.4 struck Assam, the northeastern state was hit by a second one - a moderate earthquake of 4.6 - on Thursday. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/32ZVXKV

Biden pitches 'once in a generation investment' to Congress

The president lays out jobs, education and social care plans and says "America's on the move again". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eGBctc

West Bengal: India state elections go ahead as deaths hit record high

Voters go to the polls for state elections despite the state the country witnessing a second wave. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nxSsoM

China launches first module of new space station

It's a major step in China's ambitions to rival the United States and Russia in space exploration. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3e2nthu

Women Make History As Nancy Pelosi, Kamala Harris Flank Biden For Speech

When US President Joe Biden delivered his debut speech to a joint session of Congress Wednesday, history was made behind him, with two powerful women taking their places on the rostrum for the first... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/32XSLzA

Brazil Says Russian Covid Vaccine Carried Live Cold Virus

Tainted batches of Russia's Sputnik V Covid vaccine sent to Brazil carried a live version of a common cold-causing virus, the South American country's health regulator reported in a presentation... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3nvSdKK

CSK vs SRH: MS Dhoni Sums Up Reason Behind CSK's Resurgence In IPL 2021

CSK vs SRH, IPL 2021: After Chennai Super Kings registered their fifth successive win of IPL 2021, MS Dhoni summed up what has led to their improved performance this season. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3e64vXj

Final Phase Of Bengal Polls Today As Covid Cases Hit Record High

The eighth and final phase of voting is being held in Bengal today amid the growing menace of Covid that is spreading fast in the state. The election is being held on 35 seats lying across Malda,... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3aL8u9o

Jabs for 18-44 may be delayed in Telangana

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On a day registration for Covid-19 vaccination for people aged between 18 and 45 opened, an aggressive rollout from May 1 is unlikely in Telangana due to confusion over availability of vaccine stocks. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3dZ0Wly

Covid-19: Hotspot Hyd tops 1L positive cases

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The second wave apparently hit Greater Hyderabad hard as the city on Wednesday crossed one lakh Covid-19 cases. Since the time the pandemic broke out in March 2020 in Telangana, positive cases in the city have seen an upward trend. GHMC’s maximum case load now stands at 1,00,881, while the state’s total number of cases stand at 4,19,966. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3vomoGv

T'gana: Pvt hosps unlikely to give vax to 18+

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While several citizens hoping to enrol for Covid vaccination from May 1 were left dejected with the crashing of CoWin website on Wednesday, there is a big question mark whether the drive will actually begin for the 18-45 year category in the state in the first place. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3vvGy15

T'gana: Vax makers Bharat Biotech, IIL join hands

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They have traditionally been rivals, competing for market share for various vaccines, be it rabies, Hepatitis-B, DPT or even the pentavalent shot. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3gLXix3

Testing symptomatic: T'gana to concentrate efforts

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With the state’s new plan to focus on testing on symptomatic persons, daily testing for Covid-19 came down by around 20,000 in the previous 24-hour cycle. The state health department conducted 82,270 tests on Wednesday, fewer than the over 1 lakh tests which were taking place for past ten days. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/32X06PN

US To Send More Than $100 Million In Covid Supplies To India

The United States is sending supplies worth more than $100 million in the coming days to India to help it fight a surge of COVID-19 cases, the White House said on Wednesday. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3u1GTZh

Zac Easter: He left his brain behind to save others from his fate

Zac Easter killed himself at the age of 24, having suffered for years from a debilitating disease caused by the sport he loved. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33499OR

Covid: Turkey prepares for its first full lockdown

Turkey was seen as a success story early in the pandemic but now has the highest infection rate in Europe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aNnq6U

They are killing our forest, Brazilian tribe warns

The Awa, who have been called "the most threatened tribe on earth", face fresh challenges in Brazil. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nzB3f9

The 'forgotten' Afghan refugees taking their own lives

Many Afghan refugees who spent years stranded in Indonesia awaiting resettlement have lost hope. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eBoKes

India Covid-19: Deadly second wave spreads from cities to small towns

The virus is spreading to remote corners of India where healthcare is poor and the crisis under-reported. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gNcOZK

Covid in India: Sikh temple offers drive-through oxygen

More than 1,000 people have used the service being offered by one Gurdwara in Uttar Pradesh. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vpnKAM

6.4 Earthquake In Assam, Aftershocks; Tremors In Northeast, North Bengal

An earthquake of magnitude 6.2 struck Assam, India, on Wednesday, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3xDrGQv

Elon Musk Trolls Jeff Bezos As Space Race Heats Up

The space race between the world's two richest men went into hyperdrive on Tuesday after Tesla chief Elon Musk took a swipe at Jeff Bezos' attempt to challenge a major NASA contract. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3dZNDkV

Samsung's Lee Family To Pay More Than 12 Trillion Won Inheritance Taxes

The family of deceased Samsung Electronics chairman Lee Kun-hee said on Wednesday it will pay more than 12 trillion won ($10.78 billion) in inheritance taxes for the estate of the late patriarch. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3vpS4LD

Richard Pusey: Australian jailed for filming dying officers

Richard Pusey is sentenced to 10 months jail for filming dying police officers at a crash scene. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2PsBR91

'Take stringent measures to arrest Covid surge'

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Pandemic and health experts in Telangana have warned that coronavirus cases could rise significantly if more stringent steps are not taken to contain the virus. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3dWQ9s0

Come clean on Covid-19 fatalities: HC to Telangana

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The Telangana high court on Tuesday found fault with the state government for apparently hiding the real number of Covid-19 deaths and directed it to disclose all such details. “Let there be display boards at the crematoriums and burial grounds that depict the true picture,” the judges said. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3aKgAze

Telangana govt to fast track vax drive

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The Telangana government has set itself a target of vaccinating 1.45 crore people between the ages of 18 and 44 in just three months. Officials told TOI on Tuesday that they want to start the exercise in May under the liberalised vaccine policy of the Centre, and finish it by July end. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3b2q5Kn

Telangana: Private labs violating govt pricing caps

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With more locals testing positive, private diagnostic laboratories which are essential in identifying infections have started exploiting the situation by charging more than the government-fixed price caps. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/2PxKT4O

Big boost as govt hosps get 3,000 more oxygen beds

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The state government has swung into action by organising 3,010 additional oxygen beds in government hospitals. A thousand of them will have ventilators and other paraphrenalia to treat seriously ill Covid-19 patients. Four hundred of these beds will be given to the state-run Gandhi Hospital. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3gJacMh

One Dose Of Covid Vaccine Cuts Household Spread By Up To 50%: UK Study

One dose of the Pfizer or AstraZeneca vaccines reduces the chances of someone infected with coronavirus from spreading it to other household members by up to 50 percent, according to a English study... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3u0wvki

Four Patients Dead In Fire At Hospital In Maharashtra's Thane

Four patients dead in fire at hospital in Maharashtra's Thane from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3eB4EAW

Mon Laferte: Chile's pop export on repression and injustice

Musician Mon Laferte is releasing her first album since speaking out about the country's protests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aI95Zs

Kuwait: Murder spurs demands for greater safety for women

The killing by the woman's alleged harasser fuels outrage over women's safety in the Gulf state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dX9w4j

Kenyans bitter over al-Qaeda US embassy compensation snub

Kenyan victims of 1998 US embassy bombing lament exclusion from $335m compensation deal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nrrJtE

Why India's Covid crisis matters to the whole world

The situation in India is a bleak reminder that none of us will be safe until everyone is safe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32UAqDG

India coronavirus: Can it make enough vaccines to meet demand?

India is facing a surge in Covid cases while attempting to ramp up its own vaccine programme. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35rGhSj

Dell Unveils Latitude 7320 Detachable, a 2-in-1 Laptop With Thunderbolt 4

Dell Latitude 7320 Detachable 2-in-1 laptop comes with options of Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Home, and Windows 10 Enterprise (Windows as a Service or WaaS). It starts at $1,549 (roughly Rs. 1.15... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/2R0AaAj

Indian COVID-19 Variant Found In At Least 17 Countries: WHO

The World Health Organization said Tuesday that a variant of Covid-19 feared to be contributing to a surge in coronavirus cases in India has been found in over a dozen countries. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3gJ6DG7

IPL 2021 Points Table: Orange Cap Holder And Purple Cap Holder List

IPL 2021 Orange Cap And Purple Cap Holder List: Shikhar Dhawan currently leads in the Orange Cap race, with Harshal Patel on top in the Purple Cap race. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3aJbfZ1

"Most Vulnerable" Bio-Bubble: Zampa's Reason Behind Pulling Out Of IPL

IPL 2021: Adam Zampa, who pulled out of the ongoing Indian Premier League, revealed that the increase in COVID-19 cases contributed to his departure. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/2PzaXfW

India Covid: 'Sister help us, doctor help us – you’re God'

What it's like working in an emergency room in India, as its devastating second Covid wave continues. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3sYR0wo

Why a US photographer says 'sorry for the war'

Peter van Agtmael chronicles the perception of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq and their realities. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gPzWXD

Birds of Oz: The charming natives that found TikTok fame

A colourful set of Australian birds has attracted a surprise global following on social media. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3noINAN

Live: T'gana reports 52 deaths, 10,122 new Covid cases

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Watch: Wedding Pheras In PPE After Groom Tests Covid Positive

Madhya Pradesh Coronavirus news: A couple in Ratlam got married in PPE suits on Monday after the groom tested positive for Covid-19. The wedding was solemsized on request and under the guidance of... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/32SILYc

'Seeti Maar' OG Allu Arjun's Filmy Tweet After "Compliment" From Salman

"Thank you Allu Arjun for Seeti Maar, absolutely loved the way you have performed in the song," Salman Khan had tweeted from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3dUypNP

40 US Companies Create Global Task Force To Help India Fight Covid

In a show of solidarity, CEOs of some 40 top American companies have come together to create a global task force to mobilise resources to help India fight the battle against COVID-19. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3xu00Nw

Verdict In Rape Case Against Journalist Tarun Tejpal Today

A sessions court in Goa will pronounce its verdict in rape case against former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal today. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/2R21EFq

US police mock dementia sufferer in 'torture' arrest

The Colorado officers are seen reviewing a clip where the 73-year-old's shoulder goes "pop". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ezdzmn

Hyd firm gets nod for Covid antidote VINCOV-19 trials

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Immunologicals player VINS Bioproducts Ltd on Monday said it has received approval from the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) for conducting clinical trials of its Covid-19 antidote VINCOV-19. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/32QoJh7

Covid: Obesity making recovery difficult for many

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Nearly 40 per cent of all critical Covid-19 patients in various intensive care units (ICU) across city hospitals are obese and doctors treating such patients across Telangana have said the high risk of severe Covid disease associated with obesity is also reflecting in the number of deaths. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/32UtzK4

Districts around Hyd adding Covid-19 cases rapidly

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While Hyderabad remains the epicentre of the second of Covid-19 cases, surrounding districts such as Rangareddy — parts of which fall under GHMC — Medchal-Malkajgiri, and Vikarabad are also adding rapidly to the state’s tally. Trends indicate that while these districts initially did not have as many cases as the GHMC area but have shown a jump in case load during the second wave due to their proximity to the city. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3xryuQY

43 Covid deaths in a day for first time in Telangana

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In a grim first since the outbreak of the pandemic, the state recorded 43 Covid-19 deaths on Monday. The state also recorded another 6,551 fresh cases of Coivd-19, taking the state’s tally beyond the four-lakh-mark while active cases rose to 65,597. So far, Telangana has seen 4,01,783 cases and 2,042 deaths. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3xmxNbL

Relief for many as oxygen tankers arrive from Odisha

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In a sigh of relief for many, Telangana on Monday received 200 tonnes of oxygen, transported from Odisha in tankers. The oxygen will be supplied to government hospitals in Hyderabad and district hospitals across the state. The current supply is estimated to meet needs of Covid-19 patients for the next one week. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3dWphsi

Covid Care Centre In 5-Star Hotel For Delhi High Court Judges, Officers

A five-star hotel has been selected as the COVID-19 care centre for judges and judicial officers of the Delhi High Court and their families. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/2R4xaTy

US Says "Working Nonstop" To Deliver Supplies To India For Covid Fight

The Joe Biden Administration in the US is working nonstop to do all it can to deliver on an urgent basis the supplies most needed by India to combat the deadly COVID-19 wave, the US State Department... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/2R0SfOu

"India Was There For Us": Joe Biden After Phone Call With PM Modi

India was there for the American people in their hour of need and the United States will be there for the country as it meets its worst-ever public health crisis, US President Joe Biden said after his... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3aGUsWo

Five things to know about Apple's iOS update

New update includes new privacy features, emojis and a way of turning on an iPhone with a mask on. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ezQ5xj

Gavin Newsom: California's governor faces recall election

Gavin Newsom was up for re-election in 2022, but will now probably face a vote this autumn. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dSe8bD

Nigeria: The community that trades by barter instead of money

This Nigerian community still practices trade by barter, where goods are exchanged instead of money. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vj9bi4

Sofagate: EU chief Ursula von der Leyen blames sexism for Turkey chair snub

Ursula von der Leyen says a chair gaffe at a summit in Turkey only "happened because I am a woman". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3np6sku

India Covid: The messages deciding between life and death

Avani Singh was one of thousands of Indians who turned to social media to get help for her family. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dTBTAf

Afghan interpreters rejected for resettlement 'face death' after UK exit

Campaigners say many interpreters fired for trivial reasons are being unfairly barred from the UK. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gGY9iD

Covid-19 in India: Visual guide to the crisis

Maps, charts and graphics explaining what is happening and what the authorities are doing about it. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2S5T9db

France-Algeria relations: The lingering fallout from nuclear tests in the Sahara

France says the tests were carried out in uninhabited areas but local residents beg to differ. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nni07P

Electric cars: What will happen to all the dead batteries?

In the next 10 years millions of old electric car batteries will need to be recycled or discarded. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xuBKv4

With Temasek's $120 Million, Ronnie Screwvala Shapes Next India Unicorn

Ronnie Screwvala pioneered cable television in India in the 1980s and then built a unicorn that was acquired by Walt Disney and at 64, the entrepreneur's latest venture UpGrad is speeding toward a... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/32O9o0A

PM Urges Bengal To Vote In 7th Phase Of Polls, Follow Covid Protocol

With the seventh phase of the West Bengal assembly polls underway on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged people to exercise their franchise and follow all COVID-19 related protocols. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3eugTPM

West Bengal Votes In 7th Phase As Covid Cases Rise. See Pics

Polling began at 7 am today for 34 seats in the seventh phase of the assembly elections in West Bengal, amid tight security and a rampaging second wave of COVID-19. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3xnldZC

Sundar Pichai, Satya Nadella Pledge Support In India's Covid Fight

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said he was "heartbroken" by the current coronavirus situation in India that continues to infect lakhs every day and added that he was grateful to the US for extending... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3nluvRb

Oscars 2021: Riz Ahmed Wins The Red Carpet By Fixing Wife's Hair

Oscars 2021: That's a pause-worthy moment right there from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3tTCIP1

"What A Man": Daniel Kaluuya On Role That Won Him Oscar

Oscars 2021: "I am humbled to be nominated for portraying a man whose principles I deeply respect and for guiding me to walk in his footsteps," he added. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3dNSSDY

Oscars 2021: Amanda Seyfried To Zendaya, The Red Carpet Looks We Loved

Oscars 2021: Red, gold and a thousand shades of style from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3nm1F35

16 Critical Covid Patients Rescued After Fire At Hospital In Gujarat

A total of 16 critical COVID-19 patients were rescued and shifted to safer places after a fire broke out in the ICU of a private hospital in Surat, Gujarat, on Sunday night, officials said. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3aHm8KC

Cyrus Mistry Seeks Review Of Supreme Court Judgement Backing Tata Group

Cyrus Mistry's Shapoorji Pallonji Group has urged the Supreme Court to review its judgment that backs the Tata Group's decision to remove him as the chairman. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/2QzMjfo

Turkmenistan celebrates new holiday to honour native dog breed

The president leads celebrations of the Alabay shepherd dog - a symbol of national cultural pride. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32Pdnd6

5 patients wait for every ventilator bed in Hyd

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For every ventilator bed, there are five Hyderabadi patients waiting to get admitted, officials said on Sunday. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3eoAmkA

No shortage of kits or meds: G Kishan Reddy

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Union minister of state for home affairs G Kishan Reddy on Sunday said the state government should openly tell the number of Covid-19 cases and deaths. Speaking to reporters after his visit to the Telangana Institute of Medical Sciences (TIMS), Kishan Reddy claimed that there was not shortage of testing kits, oxygen or medicines in government hospitals. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3vklOtq

'495 cab drivers, delivery boys have tested +ve'

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The cab drivers and food delivery executives in the state have borne the brunt of the coronavirus with as many as 495 of them testing positive for Covid-19. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3tQmbLK

Local variants of virus fueling 2nd Covid wave

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Local variants of novel coronavirus are fuelling the second wave of the Covid-19 pandemic in many parts of the country, including Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. This, according to epidemiological data and research studies. While the wild Covid-19 strain from Wuhan in China dominated the first wave of the pandemic in India, strains that have mutated and emerged within the country are dominating the second wave. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3gIAaj1

‘Double mutant’ virus split 3-way: Scientists

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The double mutant, B.1.617, which is predominantly found in Maharashtra and to a lesser extent in other parts of the country, has diverged further to give three sub-lineages. These sub-lineages are now technically called B.1.617.1, B.1.617.2 and B.1.617.3, top scientists said on Sunday. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/2R1l39t

Oscars: Chloe Zhao Makes History With Best Director Win For 'Nomadland'

Oscars 2021: Here are the winners of the 93rd Academy Awards - Chloe Zhao became the first woman of colour to win the Oscar for Best Director for Nomadland from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3aFu1jJ

India Covid: Patients struggle at home as hospitals choke

India's Covid sick struggle to get treatment at home due to black marketing of oxygen and drugs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aFMJaZ

'I will not return to work': Myanmar coup cripples healthcare system

Myanmar's medical workers are finding themselves torn between their patients and a military government. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vhFSwd

The salmon you buy in the future may be farmed on land

A giant fish farm in Florida is rearing salmon for the US market in a huge indoor facility. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32KniAM

Facebook v Apple: The ad tracking row heats up

Why is there is a dispute between the two tech giants and does it matter to you? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gD7nMN

Chernobyl nuclear disaster: ‘Three-day evacuation lasted 35 years’

Lyudmila Honchar was four when she had to leave her home in Pripyat, Ukraine after the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. Now she's going home. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eKTb1V

'Apocalyptic' landscape in aftermath of volcanic eruptions on St Vincent.

The island of St Vincent has been blanketed in ash, impacting infrastructure and agriculture. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3njW7WZ

Space junk map tracks 200 ‘ticking time bombs’

Large defunct rocket bodies have the potential to break into thousands of pieces, threatening functioning satellites that provide vital services like GPS. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xx5Vll

Supreme Court Judge Justice Mohan M Shantanagoudar Dies At Gurgaon Hospital

Supreme Court judge Justice Mohan M Shantanagoudar died at a private hospital in Gurgaon, sources said on Sunday. He was 62. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3tPhbHl

'Why Blame PM?': Assam Minister's Dig At Arvind Kejriwal Over Covid Cases

A day after Prime Minster Narendra Modi interrupted Arvind Kejriwal during a meeting with chief ministers to object to the discussion being televised by his office over "protocol break", Assam... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3exBimO

US "Deeply Concerned By Severe Covid Outbreak" In India: Top Official

The United States is "deeply concerned by the severe COVID outbreak in India," White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said this morning as he elaborated on the details of the efforts... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/32LpqZ4

BJP Flouting Poll Body's Covid Safety Rules, Alleges Trinamool MP

Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee on Saturday attacked the BJP for allegedly organising campaign rallies, flouting the Election Commission's (EC) Covid safety protocols amid a massive surge in... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3xgHKY9

Delhi Covid Lockdown May Be Extended By A Week As Cases Soar: Sources

Delhi is likely to extend the lockdown by another week as the city's healthcare system buckles under the pressure of an unprecedented surge in coronavirus cases, sources have said. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/2QxZQUK

Live Updates: Amid Covid Surge In India, Hospitals Face Oxygen Shortage

India reported the highest daily surge in the world with over 3.46 lakh Covid infections on Saturday, which took the country's caseload to 1.66 crore. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3ngpQQG

Send AstraZeneca Doses To India, Other Nations: Indian-American Lawmaker

Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi on Saturday called on US President Joe Biden's administration to release doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine to countries, including India, currently... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3dOLLeI

T'gana: 12k O2 beds will be set up at govt hosps

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The Telangana government has decided to set up additional 12,000 beds with oxygen facility in various government hospitals in the districts with a cost of Rs 20 crore, chief secretary Somesh Kumar said. He directed the district collectors to complete setting up the beds on war-footing. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3sVpi40

Telangana revenues face pandemic heat

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The heat of the pandemic is being increasingly felt by the state government, which has reportedly imposed restrictions on release of funds and payment of bills to various departments and contractors. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/2Qm896l

Over 50 T'gana hosps in the ‘fire’ing line

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A day after a tragic fire accident in the ICU of a Covid-care hospital in Palghar (Maharashtra) left 15 dead, turns out over 50 hospitals in Telangana are sitting ducks for similar tragedies. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3gyC5qo

Daily case record broken for 6th time in 1 week

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With 33 deaths and 7,432 new cases of Covid-19 in the state, all previous records were broken once again on Saturday. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3vk311o

Ensure fire safety in Covid hospitals: T'gana CM

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Following the fire incident at a Covid care hospital in Maharashtra’s Virar in which 15 patients had died, chief minister K Chandrasekhar Rao has directed the health authorities to ensure fire safety measures in all the Covid-19 designated hospitals. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3gPdyxB

Covid Vaccine Doses Pass One-Billion Mark As Global Cases Hit New Record

The number of Covid-19 jabs administered globally surpassed the one-billion mark on Saturday, offering hope after months of pandemic misery, even as the number of coronavirus cases worldwide hit a new... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/2QZarIb

IPL 2021 Points Table: Orange Cap, Purple Cap Holder After RR vs KKR

IPL 2021 Points Table: Rajasthan Royals put up an inspired performance to move to the sixth spot, while KKR were left with plenty to answer after yet another disappointing performance from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3dPrrtK

Iraq Covid hospital fire: At least 23 dead after 'oxygen tank explodes'

Flames across several floors lead to scenes of panic at a hospital in the Iraqi capital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3sNau7h

Women Have More Antibodies To Fight COVID-19, Shows Sero Survey In Mumbai

A sero survey by Mumbai's civic body in Maharashtra has found that women have more antibodies than men to the fight the coronavirus. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3dNVWjJ

Clot "Very Rare" Side Effect Of Johnson & Johnson Vaccine: EU Agency

Europe's medicines regulator said Tuesday that blood clots should be listed as a "very rare" side effect of Johnson & Johnson's coronavirus vaccine, but that the benefits of the shot still outweighed... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3vhYvAh

Brazil: Environment police battle for Amazon rainforest

Riots, policy changes and funding cuts have all threatened the mission to protect the Amazon rainforest from deforestation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xoUSKT

Deaths climb as India reels from deadly Covid wave

Heart-wrenching images from crematoriums across the country capture the true toll of the virus. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2S5rARn

Ghana basks in Twitter’s surprise choice as Africa HQ

Start-ups in the West African nation celebrate as others ponder why their countries were snubbed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tPtIdD

Sierra Leone: 'Covid-19 will go, we need to focus on malaria'

Dr Faso faces a daily battle to save malaria infected children from dying in this rural hospital in Sierra Leone. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aEWXZn

How Armel Zola is helping people to 'stay positive' at home

The former footballer is teaching dancing in lockdown to young adults with Down's Syndrome. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eswvDf

Oscars 2021: 'I don't mind being the underdog'

Irish animation studio Cartoon Saloon's latest film Wolfwalkers is up for an Oscar on Sunday night. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32KxY2l

"Working Closely With India On Ways To Help Address Covid Crisis": US

The US is working closely with India, at both political and expert level, to identify ways to help address the current COVID-19 crisis in the country, the White House said on Friday. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3ne4zag

Reliance To Roll Out Vaccination Drive For Employees From May 1

Reliance Industries Limited will launch an inoculation drive for all its employees and their family members from May 1 as India widens vaccine coverage to all those who aged 18 and above. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3nfv132

Delhi Hospital's Oxygen SOS; Top Official Breaks Down, Says "Overwhelmed"

Moolchand hospital chain in Delhi sent out an SOS this morning over oxygen shortage as it appealed for urgent help from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Minsiter Arvind Kejriwal and Lt Governor... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3vm3IqZ

Donald Trump Slams South Korean Leader But Says He Likes Kim Jong Un

Former US president Donald Trump on Friday accused his South Korean counterpart of ripping off the United States, while continuing to highlight his supposed friendship with North Korean leader Kim... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/32IzxxM

Private hosps in Hyd treating patients outside

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To keep both staff and patients safe, private hospitals are treating a majority of patients outside their premises — at home or hotels — and are admitting only critical patients. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3vgBZro

Updates: Hospitals Overwhelmed As Covid Cases Hit Record High In India

Hospitals in India have launched desperate appeals for oxygen as the nation's Covid crisis spirals -- India logged over 3.32 lakh COVID-19 cases on Friday, the highest-ever daily count recorded in the... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3ng8CTm

IPL 2021 Points Table: Orange Cap, Purple Cap List After PBKS vs MI Match

IPL 2021 Orange Cap And Purple Cap Holder List: Mumbai Indians (MI) spinner Rahul Chahar took a wicket vs Punjab Kings (PBKS) and is second in the Purple Cap race. After their win in Match 17, PBKS... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/2QOnJHA

Covid-19: Israel records no daily deaths for the first time in 10 months

The drop in deaths is seen as a promising sign as Israel vaccinates more than 50% of its population. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3sLF01r

Hyderabad sees 1,005 new Covid-19 cases

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Days after the government announced that Greater Hyderabad was the epicentre of the second coronavirus wave in the state, the caseload in the city touched 1,005 in the last 24 hours. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3sKsejx

Hyderabad: Vaccination rush may lead to spread

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The rush for vaccination and testing can lead to greater spread of the virus, warn experts. They say long queues at several centres is a cause of concern. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3dJrIOy

Hyd: ICU beds run out with critical patients' influx

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The influx of critical Covid-19 patients at government hospitals has been so intense in the past few days that after Gandhi Hospital, ICU beds at all the other government and private hospitals in GHMC limits, and other worst-hit districts, are also filling up fast. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3evK5G3

T'gana: Shock over contracting virus claiming lives

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A Covid-19 positive report is having a devastating effect on some people. Going into shock and out of fear, there have been instances of people collapsing and dying. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3dOiXD7

Record 16,662 New Cases In Bengaluru As Hospitals Display "No Beds" Sign

Bengaluru, the city with the highest number of active cases in the country, reported an all-time record of 16,662 COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours on Friday even as Karnataka witnessed another day... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/32NYDLv

Week in pictures: 17 - 23 April 2021

A selection of powerful images taken around the world this week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vj5Nnd

"What Do Chair, Stairs And Trees Have In Common?": Read Ira's ROFL Post

BRB, busy laughing from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/32FnelZ

Myanmar: Military chief set to make first foreign trip since coup

The Jakarta regional summit will be Min Aung Hlaing's first trip since the army took power in a coup. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2PiiTlz

India Covid crisis: Did election rallies help spread virus?

Did campaigning for state elections in India help coronavirus to spread? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gAy7NS

Palestinian election: Leaders face reckoning as rare vote looms

After years without polls, the Palestinian political landscape may be about to change dramatically. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vecerH

Telegram misogyny: 'They wanted to tie me and my child to a horse'

Abuse victims claim Telegram's moderators need to do more to tackle misogyny and other forms of hate. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xnTd87

Mental health: Trauma, genocide and my invisible illness

The BBC's Victoria Uwonkunda fled Rwanda in 1994 but it took time to recognise the impact it had on her. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nhvt15

It's the Oscars 2021 - but how many people have seen the main films?

This year's Academy Awards take place on Sunday, with a largely low-key crop of contenders. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dO5Amp

Iceland volcano eruption: Music video and wedding filmed at Fagradalsfjall

How an Icelandic band and a marriage ceremony made the most of spectacular scenes at Fagradalsfjall. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dK8R60

Tokyo Olympics: The challenges of training in a Covid pandemic

Athletes tell us what it's like training for the world's biggest sporting event during a pandemic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2RRdnHm

Bumrah's Reaction To Sanjana Ganesan's Instagram Pic Is Full Of Love

Jasprit Bumrah's reaction to wife Sanjana Ganesan's post on Instagram was the most adorable. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3tLcjmC

"Relieved...": Why Shashi Tharoor Deleted Tweet On BJP's Sumitra Mahajan

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor had to delete one of his tweets where he condoled the death of former Lok Sabha speaker Sumitra Mahajan on Thursday night after BJP leaders pointed out that she was... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3tJK8EH

Mukesh Ambani Buys Another British Icon, Stoke Park, For $79 Million

Reliance Industries Ltd., controlled by Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani, bought Stoke Park Ltd. for 57 million pounds ($79 million). from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3nf1TsI

Mi 11 Ultra, Mi 11X Pro, Mi 11X Phones to Launch in India Today

Xiaomi is hosting a virtual event in India today, and it will launch the Mi 11 Ultra. The Xiaomi Mi 11X and Mi 11X Pro are also anticipated to launch alongside the Ultra model. The Xiaomi Mi 11... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3axVlk4

Dozens injured in East Jerusalem clashes

Israeli police fire tear gas, trying to keep apart rival groups of Jewish activists and Palestinians. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xjQmwT

Three abducted Catholic clergy released in Haiti

But seven others seized earlier in April remain in captivity, with a gang demanding $1m in ransom. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3awd2Am

Coronavirus: Tokyo Motor Show cancelled for first time in 67 years

The cancellation comes just three months before the Tokyo Olympics is due to go ahead. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2QQ6Vjg

Centre Issues Revised Clinical Guidance For Management Of Covid Patients

The Union health ministry on Thursday issued a revised ''Clinical Guidance for Management of Adult COVID-19 Patients'' recommending the EUA/off-label use of Tocilizumab drug in case of severe... from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/2RW8GfA

Telangana to source liquid oxygen from Odisha

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Tamil Nadu’s reservation about diverting oxygen to Telangana might not have a huge impact on the latter as the state, apart from Bellary and Visakhapatnam, has now arranged supplies from Odisha. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3aB8PeG

Patients spending more time in hosp in 2nd wave

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An increase in average time of hospitalisation is being seen in the current wave of Covid-19 infections. While earlier moderate cases needed about seven to 10 days of hospitalisation, now it is taking up to 15 days, say experts. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3sJFG7w

Remdesivir helps but is no elixir, say experts

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With Hyderabad and many parts of the country witnessing a mad rush for Remdesivir injections, health experts point out though, a good anti-viral drug, is not a life-saving medicine for Covid-19 patients. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3etbkko

Docs taking patient history get taste of recklessness

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When asked if they were maintaining social distancing, Covid-19 patients under treatment at city hospitals gave a range of responses including: “Hum gale mein haath daalke ghumte sir’ (we roam about with hands on each other’s shoulders) and ‘nakko sir ham panch ek hi thali se khate, hamesha sath mein rehte’ (we five even eat from the same plate, we are always together). from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3tL57a6

Covishield protects against double mutant: CCMB

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A day after the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) announced that Covaxin fights the so-called double mutant, B.1.617, city-based Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) on Thursday said Covishield vaccine, too, protects people from the new mutant. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3sS1fTz

13 Covid Patients In ICU Killed In Maharashtra Hospital Fire

Twelve ICU patients have died after a fire broke out at a hospital in Maharashtra's Virar, officials said this morning. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3dFQUWj

Hospitals Demand Covid-Positive Reports, Patients Struggle For Admission

Patients are being turned back hospitals because, despite their severe symptoms, they don't have laboratory confirmation of COVID-19. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/32C8DaK

Tesla's Autopilot 'tricked' to operate without driver

A Model Y made multiple trips on a test track without a human in the driver's seat, engineers found. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32ImigB

Australia resists calls for tougher climate targets

The country remains out of step with other major nations by refusing to commit to deeper emissions cuts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3val3ms

"Masterful Innings": Padikkal Lights Up Twitter With Maiden IPL Century

IPL 2021: Devdutt Padikkal smacked 101 off 52 deliveries to bring up his maiden IPL century and Twitter was full of reactions. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/32E4IKz

Chernobyl radiation damage 'not passed to children'

A study found no mutations associated with a parent's exposure in the 1986 nuclear accident. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nb93yc

The Indonesian island that could host Elon Musk's new SpaceX site

A remote island could host Elon Musk's new Space X project - but its residents are not impressed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2QN3U3l

Africa's week in pictures: 16-22 April 2021

A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nbSsuh

Afghanistan: Have things improved since the Taliban?

With foreign forces due to leave later this year, what progress have Afghans seen in their lives? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eomcAa

European Super League: Why were there no teams from Germany?

There's growing interest in the German model, where fans hold a controlling stake in the clubs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2QN0sG6

Covid LIVE Updates: India Sees Biggest Daily Spike Of 2,95,041 Cases

Coronavirus has infected 2,95,041 people in India and left 2,023 dead in the last 24 hours, in a grim new record for the country. from NDTV News - Special https://ift.tt/3xfyuUc

India Covid: Delhi high court criticises 'ridiculous' oxygen shortage

The court says it is the responsibility of the government to beg borrow or steal to ensure oxygen. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3av89I1

Record 6,500 Covid-19 cases, 20 deaths in T'gana

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Breaking all previous records for the sixth time in the last one week, Telangana registered 6,542 new cases on Wednesday and 20 deaths, even as the active caseload rose to a new high of 46,488. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3tSPptH

Covaxin efficacy 78%: Bharat Bio & ICMR

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Indigenous Covid-19 vaccine, Covaxin, has shown an overall interim clinical efficacy of 78% in fighting Covid-19. It has also shown 100% efficacy against severe Covid-19 disease, its developers Bharat Biotech and Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) said on Wednesday. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/2P9gjhw

Covid: T'gana draws up micro-containment zones

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Reeling under the second wave of coronavirus cases, the Telangana government has come up with 491 micro-containment zones in their battle against the fast-spreading virus, with 67 of such zones in Greater Hyderabad. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/32Du6jM

‘Happy hypoxia’ among youngsters new threat

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While an increasing number of youngsters are being admitted in hospitals with moderate to severe symptoms of Covid-19 during the current wave, doctors sounded an alert about ‘happy hypoxia’ among youngsters. from Hyderabad News: Latest Hyderabad News Headlines & Live News Updates from Hyderabad - Times of India https://ift.tt/3n81qbU