Covid-19 Update Highlight: An overview of the global COVID-19 situation was given by Secretary, Health including certain newer variants of SARS-CoV-2 virus like BA.2.86 (Pirola) and EG.5 (Eris), which have been reported globally. He underlined that as per World Health Organization (WHO), while EG.5 (Eris) has been reported from over 50 countries, the variant BA.2.86 (Pirola) is in four countries.
Covid-19 Update Highlight: Dr. P.K. Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Hon’ble Prime Minister, chaired a high-level meeting to review the global and national COVID-19 situation, newer variants in circulation, and their public health impact in light of recent reports of detection of certain newer variants of SARS-CoV-2 virus reported globally.
August 21, 2023 / 11:03 PM IST
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August 21, 2023 / 10:36 PM IST
Indian Grandmaster Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa sets record
On Monday, Indian Grandmaster Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa upset World No. 3 Fabiano Caruana to advance to the final of the FIDE World Cup in Baku, Azerbaijan. After tiebreaks, the Indian prodigy defeated the American player 3.5-2.5. In the title match, he will face World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen. Other than five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand, he will be the only other Indian to compete in the Candidates Tournament.
August 21, 2023 / 10:15 PM IST
Odisha LIVE Update: Six people hurt by a homemade bomb in Jajpur
Six individuals were hurt when a homemade bomb was thrown at them during a conflict between two factions in Odisha’s Jajpur district, said the Police.
August 21, 2023 / 10:08 PM IST
EU Executive Vice-President to visit India tomorrow
The European Union is looking forward to improving ties with “key partner” New Delhi by moving forward with talks for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), according to the bloc’s top trade official ahead of his visit to India. In Jaipur, he will join the G20 Trade and Investment Ministers Meeting, and in Delhi, he will co-chair the EU-India High-Level Dialogue on Trade and Investment with Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal.
August 21, 2023 / 09:51 PM IST
15th BRICS Summit LIVE Update:
On PM Modi’s arrival to South Africa for the 15th BRICS Summit, Sanju Tripathi, an Ayurveda practitioner in South Africa, said, “We are all waiting for PM Modi.” I would like Prime Minister Modi to push the BRICS countries to promote the usage of Ayurveda. I also want Ayurvedic practitioners to come here and spread the word in South Africa. PM Modi has asked me to start a direct flight from India to South Africa…”
August 21, 2023 / 08:17 PM IST
Bihar LIVE Update: Will not stay Bihar caste survey unless prima facie case made out by those opposing it, says Supreme Court
The Supreme Court warned petitioners appealing the Patna High Court ruling approving the Bihar government’s caste census on Monday that it will not stay the procedure unless they make a prima facie case against it. The Supreme Court also granted Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the Centre, seven days to file a response on the subject after he stated that the survey could have certain ramifications.
August 21, 2023 / 08:10 PM IST
Indian Medical Association (IMA), National Medical Commission held meeting with Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya
No decision was taken after the meeting between Indian Medical Association (IMA), National Medical Commission and Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya.
According to an IMA official, the meeting was satisfactory. The official said two points were raised; conferences being banned for doctors and generic medicines being mandatorily prescribed. The Minister has assured doctors that the government will get back to them.
August 21, 2023 / 07:47 PM IST
Maharashtra LIVE Update: Onion farmers in Nashik stage agitation
Onion farmers conducted a ‘rasta roko’ demonstration in Yeola, Nashik district, earlier today, under the guidance of Shetkari Saghtana.
#WATCH | Maharashtra | Onion farmers, under the aegis of Shetkari Saghtana, staged a ‘rasta roko’ agitation in Yeola of Nashik district earlier today.
A representative says, “…Farmers die by suicide. Why do they do that?…The onion crops are damaged due to rain and that is… pic.twitter.com/ztWLHjKufY
— ANI (@ANI) August 21, 2023
August 21, 2023 / 07:44 PM IST
NCC Boys and Girls Mountaineering Expedition to Mt Thelu Peak launched today from Delhi
According to the Ministry of Defence, on August 21, the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Boys and Girls Mountaineering Expedition to Mt Thelu Peak was launched from New Delhi by DG, NCC Lt. General Gurbirpal Singh. Five officers, 17 permanent instructors, and 26 NCC Cadets (13 boys and 13 girls) from several Directorates make up the team. The team plans to climb Mt Thelu Peak by the third week of September 2023.
August 21, 2023 / 07:37 PM IST
Election Commission encourages eco-friendly election campaigns
The Election Commission has voiced worry about the use of non-biodegradable materials for campaigning ahead of assembly elections in five states, and has recommended political parties to avoid using plastic and polythene for producing posters and banners. The poll panel has given consolidated advice on making election campaigns “eco-friendly” since 1999.
August 21, 2023 / 07:25 PM IST
Aaditya Thackeray writes a letter to Maharashtra Tourism Minister for ‘stay order’
Aaditya Thackeray, leader of the Uddhav Thackeray group, writes to the Maharashtra Tourism Minister, requesting that the ‘stay order’ on the Malabar Hill’s Siri Road Hill Top Project, which we launched in 2021, be lifted. The walkway will benefit both locals and tourists.
August 21, 2023 / 07:02 PM IST
President Murmu receives credentials from dignitaries of Venezuela
Capaya Rodriguez Gonzalez, Ambassador of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela; Victor Hugo Echeverri Jaramillo, Ambassador of the Republic of Colombia; and Ali Achoui, Ambassador of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria presented credentials to President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
President Droupadi Murmu received credentials from Capaya Rodriguez Gonzalez, Ambassador of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela; Victor Hugo Echeverri Jaramillo, Ambassador of the Republic of Colombia and Ali Achoui, Ambassador of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria at… pic.twitter.com/OoCVC0sI6I
— ANI (@ANI) August 21, 2023
August 21, 2023 / 06:47 PM IST
Delhi LIVE Update: NHRC sends notice to officials in connection with student abuse in school
The National Human Rights Commission has sent notifications to the Delhi Chief Secretary and the Police Commissioner in connection with the reported hospitalisation of a student in a government school following a severe beating by his teacher.
August 21, 2023 / 06:42 PM IST
Exercise MALABAR concludes today in Australia
On the East Coast of Australia, off Sydney, the 27th round of Exercise MALABAR concluded on August 21st. Ships, submarines, and planes from the Indian Navy, Royal Australian Navy (RAN), Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), and US Navy (USN) took part in the exercise. MALABAR was done in two phases: a harbour phase from 11 to 15 August 2023 and a marine phase from 16 to 21 August 2023.
The 27th edition of Exercise MALABAR concluded on the East Coast of Australia off Sydney on 21st August. The exercise saw participation of Ships, Submarines and aircraft from the Indian Navy, Royal Australian Navy (RAN), Japan Maritime Self Defence Force (JMSDF) and the US Navy… pic.twitter.com/4D7uk3baA6
— ANI (@ANI) August 21, 2023
August 21, 2023 / 06:38 PM IST
Chandrayaan-3 LIVE Update:
Nilesh M Desai, Director, Space Applications Centre-ISRO, Ahmedabad said, “On August 23, two hours before Chandrayaan-3 lands on the Moon, we will take a decision on whether or not it will be appropriate to land it at that time based on the health of the lander module and the conditions on the Moon. In case, if any factor appears to be not favourable, then we will land the module on the Moon on August 27. No problem should occur and we will be able to land the module on August 23,” on the landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the Moon.
August 21, 2023 / 06:32 PM IST
Uttarakhand LIVE Update: CM Pushkar Singh Dhami meets Union Energy Minister RK Singh
Today in New Delhi, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met with Union Energy Minister RK Singh. On this occasion, the CM requested that the Union Minister make a permanent allocation of 400-450 MW from coal-based facilities to safeguard the state’s baseload in order to provide energy security and prevent power outages. The Chief Minister also thanked the Union Minister on this occasion for delivering an average of 300 megawatts of power per month from the unallocated quota from April to September 2023.
August 21, 2023 / 06:23 PM IST
Delhi Rape Case LIVE Update: NCW team visits rape victim in hospital
A four-person NCW team arrives at the hospital in Delhi where the underage girl is being treated.
Mamta Kumari, one of the members, adds, “We came here after forming a committee to investigate this case.” We went to the Police Commissioner’s office, but he did not meet us there. We were told that he is away on business. We attempted to meet with the IO but were advised that he had gone to Court. We were advised that her mother does not want us to meet the victim when we arrived…They’re doing this to hide it…”
August 21, 2023 / 05:55 PM IST
Bank of Baroda releases statement about sale notice of Sunny Deol’s Juhu home
The Bank of Baroda publishes a statement regarding the technical grounds cited in the withdrawal of the sale notice for actor and BJP MP Sunny Deol’s Juhu home in Mumbai.
Bank of Baroda issues a statement over the technical reasons mentioned in the withdrawal of the sale notice for actor and BJP MP Sunny Deol’s bungalow in Juhu, Mumbai. pic.twitter.com/1jUzrtIMZw
— ANI (@ANI) August 21, 2023
August 21, 2023 / 05:40 PM IST
Business News LIVE Update: Kotak Alternate Asset Managers appoints Jitendra Gohil as Chief Investment Strategist for its Investment Advisory Business
Kotak Alternate Asset Managers Limited (KAAML) today announced that it has appointed Jitendra Gohil as Chief Investment Strategist to support the Investment Advisory practice. Jitendra will be a core member of KAAML’s Investment Advisory team. He has around two decades of experience in Equity Strategy and Business Development and has an excellent understanding of the Indian and Global macro environment with special focus on geopolitics. Jitendra joined KAAML from Credit Suisse Private Banking and Wealth Management, where he has worked as a Director and Head of Equity Research for the last 13 years. Prior to that he has also worked with organisations like Bank of America Continuum Solutions, Kotak Securities and BSE.
August 21, 2023 / 05:37 PM IST
Delhi Rape Case LIVE Update: Delhi govt officer and wife arrested
DCP North District Sagar Singh Kalsi said two persons were arrested related to the rape case of a minor girl by a Delhi government officer. One of them is Premoday Khakha, 51 years old, who isa Deputy Director in the Department of Women and Child Development of GNCT and the other accused is his wifeSeema Rani, 50 years old. He added that the investigation is in progress.
August 21, 2023 / 05:17 PM IST
Uddhav Thackeray, Sanjay Raut granted bail in defamation case
A magistrate court in Mumbai granted bail to Uddhav Thackeray and Sanjay Raut in a defamation case filed by Shivsena MP Rahul Shewale over an article published in Saamna Daily. Both appeared in court today and pleaded not guilty. Sanjay Raut came in court physically, while Uddhav Thackeray was allowed to appear through VC. The next hearing date is September 14th.
August 21, 2023 / 05:15 PM IST
Assam LIVE Update: Assam CM seeks public’s suggestion on Polygamy ban
“Members of the public are requested to send us their suggestions on the proposed law to ban polygamy in Assam,” Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Twitter.
“Members of the public are requested to send us their suggestions on the proposed law to ban polygamy in Assam,” tweets Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma pic.twitter.com/sXk2vjv2UA
— ANI (@ANI) August 21, 2023
August 21, 2023 / 05:14 PM IST
ICC Cricket World Cup LIVE Update: September 5 to be the deadline for announcing the World Cup team
The deadline for selecting the team for the ICC Cricket World Cup is September 5, according to Team India selector Ajit Agarkar, and the squad for the flagship cricketing tournament would be based on the Asia Cup squad. Indian captain Rohit Sharma and selector Agarkar held a news conference in Delhi to reveal the Asia Cup 2023 squad.
August 21, 2023 / 04:58 PM IST
Chandrayaan-3 LIVE Update: Chandrayaan-2 Welcomes Chandrayaan-3
As they establish communication, the Chandrayaan-2 orbiter greets the Chandrayaan-3 lander with “Welcome, buddy!”.
“Welcome, buddy!” Chandrayaan-2 orbiter greets Chandrayaan-3 lander as they establish communication
Read @ANI Story | https://t.co/jl23DttiA1#Chandrayaan3 #Chandrayaan #ISRO #Moon #LunarMission #VikramLander #LanderModule pic.twitter.com/c9BZpehmFk
— ANI Digital (@ani_digital) August 21, 2023
August 21, 2023 / 04:56 PM IST
Delhi LIVE Update:
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal has approved July 20 cabinet decision to provide free sugar to residents of Delhi. The file has been sent to LG.
August 21, 2023 / 04:28 PM IST
Delhi Rape Case LIVE Update: Delhi Government Officer suspended
The rape-accused Delhi government officer has been suspended immediately. Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi, has requested a report on the situation from the Chief Secretary by 5 p.m. today.
August 21, 2023 / 04:09 PM IST
Monsoon LIVE Update: IMD predicts heavy rainfall in parts of Uttarakhand
According to the India Meteorological Department, heavy to very heavy rain, thunderstorms with lightning, or very intense to extremely intense rain is very likely to occur at isolated locations in Uttarakhand’s Dehradun, Tehri, Pauri, Nainital, Champawat, and Bageshwar districts in the next 24 hours.
August 21, 2023 / 04:05 PM IST
BRICS Summit LIVE Update: PM Modi to attend 15th BRICS Summit from August 22-24
While addressing Prime Minister’s visit to Johannesburg to attend the15th BRICS Summit,Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatrasaid,”During PM Modi’s visit to Greece, both sides will look to expand and diversify trade and investment segment of cooperation, deepen and expand defence and security partnership, infrastructure cooperation, shipbuilding industry…The visit would give both sides an opportunity to discuss also the regional and global issues of mutual interest and help broaden and deepen our bilateral engagement.”
August 21, 2023 / 03:57 PM IST
Uttar Pradesh LIVE Update: Scuffle between Bharatiya Kisan Parishad and the police
A dispute breaks out in Noida between the Bharatiya Kisan Parishad and the police when the former arrived to ‘gherao’ the office of MLA Pankaj Singh over their demands.
#WATCH | Uttar Pradesh | Scuffle breaks out between Bharatiya Kisan Parishad and Police in Noida, as the former had arrived to ‘gherao’ the office of MLA Pankaj Singh over their demands. pic.twitter.com/aelUxs9qAm
— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) August 21, 2023
August 21, 2023 / 03:53 PM IST
News LIVE Update: Delhi Police gives statement on recent Delhi rape case
DCPNorth Delhi,SagarSinghKalsigave his statementregardingthealleged rape case involving a senior Delhi government official.Hesaid,”It is a sensitive matter. We are investigating it with utmost sincerity. We have detained the prime accused both husband and wife. Recording of statement of the victim underCrPC164 with the magistrate is underway.”
August 21, 2023 / 03:20 PM IST
State Elections LIVE Update: Karnataka CM announces first list of candidates
K Chandrasekhar Rao, Chief Minister of Telangana and BRSchief, has announced the first list of candidates for the upcoming forthcoming state assembly elections. In the state assembly polls, he will be contesting fromGajwel and Kamareddy constituencies. “Change of candidates in only seven of the total 119 assembly constituencies,” saidChandrasekhar Rao.
August 21, 2023 / 03:13 PM IST
News LIVE Update:
AIKS demands a ban on all onion trade from Maharashtra.
August 21, 2023 / 02:53 PM IST
Chandrayaan- 3 LIVE Update: Two-way communication established between Chandrayaan 2 orbiter & Chandrayaan 3 lander
August 21, 2023 / 02:37 PM IST
Supreme Court refuses to interfere in St. Stephen’s College admission weightage decision
Supreme Court Declines to Intervene in Delhi High Court’s Interim Order Allowing St. Stephen’s College to Use Interview (15%) and CUET (85%) Weightage for Minority Quota Seat Admissions.
August 21, 2023 / 02:15 PM IST
Asia Cup 2023: Team India squad announcement live – Rohit Sharma on facing Pakistan in the tournament
Rohit Sharma mentioned the 5-day camp in Bangalore, focusing on skill-based training to address weaknesses. He emphasized the competition is not solely against Pakistan, citing Sri Lanka’s previous victory. Sharma highlighted the need to prepare for all strong teams, not just one.
August 21, 2023 / 02:04 PM IST
Asia Cup 2023 LIVE Updates: Team India squad announcement live updates – Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul back, Tilak Varma receives maiden ODI call-up
India reveals 17-member squad for the 2023 Asia Cup. Rohit Sharma and Ajit Agarkar hold a press conference. KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer’s fitness concerns; Jasprit Bumrah’s potential inclusion noted. Squad includes Sharma, Kohli, Iyer, and more.
August 21, 2023 / 01:51 PM IST
Go First LIVE Update: Go First flights until 24th August 2023 are cancelled due to operational reasons
Due to operational reasons, Go First flights until 24th August 2023 are cancelled. We apologise for the inconvenience caused and request customers to visit https://t.co/FdMt1cRR4b for more information. For any queries or concerns, please feel free to contact us. pic.twitter.com/F5gTPhLfYu
— GO FIRST (@GoFirstairways) August 21, 2023
August 21, 2023 / 01:39 PM IST
Jet Airways Case LIVE Update
NCLAT reserves judgment in Jalan Kalrock Consortium’s application seeking extension of time to pay Rs 350 crore demanded by lenders
August 21, 2023 / 12:59 PM IST
Jet Airways Hearing LIVE Update
CoC Appeals to NCLAT: Struggling for Rs 350 crore, yet expected milestone is Rs 7000 crore. Questioning sustainability.
August 21, 2023 / 12:38 PM IST
Jet Airways Hearing LIVE Update
Jkc to NCLAT: Creditors are in no danger at all as transfer of ownership has not even commenced yet. Regulatory approval for transfer is bound to take time as Jet Airways is a public limited company
August 21, 2023 / 12:35 PM IST
Jet Airways Hearing LIVE Update
Jalan Kalrock Consortium Informs NCLAT – “SBI, as a public authority, is pressuring us to pay Rs 350 crore by August 31. Liquidation is the final option.”
August 21, 2023 / 12:34 PM IST
Jet Airways Hearing LIVE Update
Jkc to NCLAT: we will pay workmen’s gratuities immediately but we request sometime to pay the provident fund dues
August 21, 2023 / 12:22 PM IST
China LIVE report claims China’s economy in turmoil, declares its once-successful growth model ‘shattered’
A significant American financial publication, The Wall Street Journal, has asserted that China’s economy, the second-largest globally, is currently facing severe distress, with its longstanding 40-year growth model rendered ineffective. The publication highlights that signs of economic trouble extend beyond the nation’s bleak economic statistics to even the far-flung provinces. The report underscores economists’ views that China is transitioning into an era of notably slower growth, exacerbated by unfavorable demographics and a widening gap with the US and its allies. This situation poses risks to foreign investment and trade prospects.
August 21, 2023 / 12:19 PM IST
Arvind Kejriwal LIVE Update: The Delhi Chief Minister has ordered the suspension of a rape-accused government officer until 5 p.m.
Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi, has ordered the suspension of the rape-accused Delhi government officer and has requested a report from the Chief Secretary by 5 p.m. today.
According to authorities, a Delhi government official has been charged with raping his deceased friend’s minor daughter for several months.
August 21, 2023 / 11:59 AM IST
President Droupadi Murmu attends ASMITA season 2 event alongside Dr. Sudesh Dhankhar and Meenakshi Lekhi
President Droupadi Murmu joins ASMITA Season 2 event by Army Wives Welfare Association, accompanied by Dr. Sudesh Dhankhar (Vice President’s Spouse) and Meenakshi Lekhi, MoS for External Affairs, at Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt.
August 21, 2023 / 11:39 AM IST
Delhi Police conducts mock drill ahead of G20 summit to review traffic arrangements
In anticipation of the 18th G20 Summit featuring Heads of State and Government, set to take place in Delhi next month under India’s presidency, the Delhi police are actively orchestrating special measures to ensure seamless traffic flow during the arrival of eminent delegates, including heads of states. As a part of these preparations, the Delhi traffic police executed a mock drill on Monday, evaluating restriction and diversion plans along major roads connecting Pragati Maidan, the summit’s primary venue, with various hotels. The exercise encompassed deploying multiple teams of traffic police officers at intersections and setting up barricades at diversion points and junctions.
August 21, 2023 / 11:21 AM IST
Mumbai LIVE Updates: Bank of Baroda withdraws auction of Sunny Deol’s property, union alleges ‘BJP style of phone banking’
Bank of Baroda (BoB) has withdrawn its e-auction notice for actor Sunny Deol’s Mumbai bungalow in Juhu, citing “technical reasons,” a day after issuing the notice due to his alleged failure to repay a Rs 56 crore loan.
August 21, 2023 / 10:50 AM IST
Bengaluru LIVE Update: Karnataka CM to discuss scrapping NEP 2020 and water disputes; BJP plans protest
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah will confer with academicians and vice-chancellors on scrapping the NEP 2020 and shaping a State Education Policy. Additionally, the government plans to challenge the Cauvery water release decision in the Supreme Court and discuss water disputes in an all-party meeting. The Karnataka BJP intends to stage a protest against perceived corruption and inadequate development under the Congress-led government.
August 21, 2023 / 10:32 AM IST
Sunny Deol LIVE Update: Congress questions withdrawal of Bank of Baroda auction notice for Sunny Deol’s Juhu villa
Congress questions Bank of Baroda’s withdrawal of auction notice for Sunny Deol’s Juhu villa, raising doubts about “technical reasons” behind the move, according to Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh.
August 21, 2023 / 10:27 AM IST
Chandrayaan – 3 LIVE Updates: ISRO reveals lunar far side images from Chandrayaan-3 lander camera
ISRO has unveiled images of the Lunar far side area, captured by the Lander Hazard Detection and Avoidance Camera (LHDAC) for Chandrayaan-3. The camera, crafted by ISRO’s Space Applications Centre (SAC), aids in identifying suitable landing zones devoid of obstacles, such as boulders and trenches, during the landing process.
