Ex-Samsung worker ends one-year protest atop 25-meter tower

A fired worker of Samsung Group ended his one-year protest atop a 25-meter tower in southern Seoul on Friday after reaching an agreement with South Korea's largest conglomerate. Kim Yong-hee, a former employee of the now-defunct Samsung Techwin Co., has been involved in in a dispute with the group since he was fired in 1995. He claimed he was unlawfully dismissed for his activity to establish a labor union, which h...

Shameik Moore: Spider-Man actor condemned for suggesting black community should stop ‘blaming’ police brutality on racism

Spider-Man actor Shameik Moore has faced backlash after appearing to argue that black people should no longer identify racism as the cause of police brutality, and suggesting Rosa Parks should have

Dentists to reopen in less than two weeks but expect very long waits to be seen

Britain's chief dental officer has asked people to be patient as practices get up and running.

Coronavirus: Sindh says SOPs for public transport, ride-hailing apps ready

Sindh Transport Minister Awais Shah said final decision to be taken in meeting of task force on coronavirus

Fears nursery teacher, 25, is killing kids as she’s arrested for murder of girl, 3, & cops investigate other ‘incidents’

COPS fear a nursery school teacher who has been arrested for the death of a three-year-old girl has ‘killed other children’. After the 25-year-old was detained, police in Germany widene…

Police: Trans man fatally shot by officer after pointing gun

A transgender black man was fatally shot by an officer in Florida after fatally stabbing another man and pointing a gun at the officer, authorities said.

Cardi B Defends Minneapolis Riots After George Floyd’s Death: ‘The People Are Left With No Choice’

Cardi B believes the 'people are left with no choice' in the wake of Minneapolis riots that started after George Floyd's tragic death.

Illinois enters new reopening phase; Pritzker urges caution

Gov. J.B. Pritzker warned Illinois residents on Friday to remain vigilant even as the state began to loosen restrictions intended to curb the deadly coronavirus, and he expressed gratitude for the act

Cabinet to discuss omnibus bill on Brexit

Tánaiste Simon Coveney will bring a memo to Cabinet today on Brexit which maps out how the Government should deal with the continuing uncertainty surrounding the UK's future trading relationship with the European Union.

78% Of Americans Polled Believe Officer Should Be Arrested For George Floyd Death

Just 6% said he should not.

An economic Cold War was long coming

The US has always felt threatened by China’s rise. The Covid crisis has sharpened the conflict of economic interests

Centre against Karnataka's move to increase working days: Minister

 Karnataka Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister J C Madhuswamy on Thursday said the Centre has objected to the state's decision to increase working days at factories, and the matter would be

Colin Kaepernick speaks out on George Floyd case

Colin Kaepernick reacted to the death of George Floyd, and the violent protests that came in the days after, on social media Thursday. It was the first comments Kaepernick made since Floyd died in an

Indo-China border tension

With almost half a dozen incidents on the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the past few weeks, India-China border is witness to tense situation since the Doklam stand-off in 2017. The tensions between the two powerful and Nuclear-armed countries have the potential of escalation and threatening the peace in the entire region. In the past three years in particular, both the countries have done remarkably well diplomatically to maintain peace. It is important to note that during their meetings during this period, both the Indian Prime Minister and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed that difference should be resolved before they are allowed to escalate into disputes. Besides, a clear message was sent to the two militaries to adhere to the detailed protocols already in place, such as those agreed to in 2005 and 2013. These protocols regulate the activities of troops in the contested areas that lie in between both sides overlapping claim lines of the undefined LAC. If Army Chief General Manoj Naravane wisely sought…

Jaishankar discusses post-COVID-19 economic recovery with EU foreign policy chief

 External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday held discussions with European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell on initiatives to promote post-Corona economic recovery and preparations

Covid-19: Divided States of America

In the United States, the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic is deepening the divide between Republicans and Democrats. Faced with scientists’ decisions and the restrictions that they imply, support…

Trump Quoted 'Racist' Miami Police Chief in Tweet Flagged by Twitter for 'Glorifying Violence'

President Donald Trump's recent tweet on the unrest in Minneapolis was incendiary enough, but he chose an evocative set of words that apparently find their origin in a "racist" police chief from the 1960s.

Germany stresses dialogue with China key when asked about possibility of sanctions

BERLIN (Reuters) - German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said on Friday that the best way to influence China on the Hong Kong dispute was for the European Union to stand united in its response and to maintain dialogue with Beijing.

Masked burglar who targeted vulnerable in Birmingham jailed

A masked man who targeted elderly and vulnerable people during a spate of burglaries has been jailed for six years.

Counters open for reservation, cancellation at J&K Rly Stations 

Counters open for reservation, cancellation at J&K Rly Stations  Jammu Tawi, May 28: Passenger Reservation System (PRS) counters have been opened for general public at various Railway Stations across Jammu & Kashmir. These counters will facilitate the refund for any cancellation of a counter ticket which was booked earlier and could not be refunded due […]

With 2,598 New Cases, Maharashtra’s Covid-19 Count Increases To 59,546

The number of active cases in the state has also increased to 38,939.

China, responding to Trump, says no need for a third party in border dispute with India

BEIJING (Reuters) - China said there was no need for a third party to mediate between China and India in an ongoing border dispute, when asked about U.S. President Donald Trump’s offer to mediate.

Pulwama-like IED attack averted in J&K

Explosives laden car was meant to target forces; JeM, Hizbul behind plot: IG Kashmir

Defence Headquarters releases scorecard of operations, says 600 terrorists, bandits killed in May 2020

THE Armed Forces of Nigeria says it has killed 188 BHT/ISWAP members, 392 Bandits in the Northwest, 20 Bandits/armed 521,000

Daily Shramik trains from Punjab stop today

So far, 17.7 lakh migrants had registered themselves on the Punjab government’s portal to go to different parts of India, out of which 15.4 lakh wanted to go to UP and Bihar only.

Stranded for 2 months, no updates from govt, Indians in North Africa seek help

In neighbouring Algeria, nearly 150 Indians are seeking help from the government to return home.

San Francisco Mayor Announces Reopening Timeline

San Francisco Mayor London Breed announced Thursday a time frame for a staggered reopening of the city, but the proposal requires approval from state officials and hinges on the city’s ability to meet certain health criteria in coming weeks.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui's Estranged Wife Aaliya Accuses Actor's PR Team Of LEAKING Legal Notice; Calls It Fabricated, Warns She Will Reveal It All

Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned. Nawazuddin Siddiqui's estranged wife Aaliya lashes out at him for LEAKING a fake copy of the legal notice to media houses.

Aaliya Siddiqui clarifies rumoured divorce notice is fabricated

Nawazuddin Siddiqui is going through a messy divorce with his former wife Aaliya. The divorce has been filed on the grounds of infidelity. The details of the divorce notice are confidential, but rumours suggested that Aaliya is asking for their 4BHK flat on Yaari Road, Mumbai, Rs 10 crore alimony, and Rs 20 crore in […]

Bengal minister tests positive for COVID-19

A minister in West Bengal has tested positive for COVID-19, making it the first such case in the Mamata Banerjee-led state cabinet, a well-placed source in the government said on Friday. State Fire Services minister Sujit Bose has been advised to undergo home quarantine after his test results came

Daily briefing: Satellite picks up Chinese artillery near LAC; Google mulls taking stake in Vodafone Idea

After Facebook bought a stake in Jio, now Google is looking to invest in Indian telecom. The Financial Times reported that it is eyeing the debt-laden Vodafone Idea.

Blue State Blues: Donald Trump Is Defending the First Amendment; Joe Biden Is Attacking It

Trump's rhetoric is over-the-top. Yet his actions, as usual, not only obey the First Amendment but reinforce it. Biden would do the opposite.

Pakistan uses militant-tracking tech to hunt virus

Pakistan uses militant-tracking tech to hunt virus

Bombay HC notices on plea over cancellation of airport project award

As per the plea, Multi-modal International Cargo Hub and Airport at Nagpur (MIHAN), a joint venture company between Maharashtra Airport Development Company and Airports Authority of India (AAI), is now planning on issuing fresh tenders for the project.

Man stabs friend to death for refusing to share beer

Jogeshwari resident had attacked two brothers during a drinking session

Mumbai Crime: Man stabs friend for not sharing beer

Chhattisgarh's first Chief Minister Ajit Jogi passes away at 74

Teacher, four others killed as gunmen attack Plateau community

James Abraham, Jos Five people have been killed by gunmen who attacked a food joint in Miango Community, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State. It was learnt that the victims were eati...

Japan is going for broke, minus the broke part

The prospect of monetary and fiscal coordination means this stimulus bill will get paid. But central bank independence is also on the line.

Chicago police drop Clearview facial recognition technology

Chicago police is no longer using facial recognition software developed by a firm that was sued by a civil rights organization this week over privacy concerns.

Questions on reopening New York's economy baffle businesses

Some upstate New York business owners who made plans to reopen Friday as the state gradually loosens restrictions put in place during the coronavirus crisis remained close amid last-minute confusion o

Pradhan envisages home delivery of petrol, CNG

“The government has already started mobile dispensers for diesel.”

What Bristol Airport has said about reopening as flights resume

The airport's main terminal has been closed since the beginning of April

CAT Bench established in Jammu

The Government of India has notified establishment of Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) Bench in Jammu to hear service matters of Jammu and Kashmir

McConnell Vows The Next Stimulus Bill Will Be The Last One

Another round of stimulus checks, more state aid, and extended unemployment benefits are all on the line.

Delhi-Gurugram border sealed, massive traffic, hundreds gather on road

Haryana government decided to seal its borders with Delhi as coronavirus case were increasing in both the deaths.Gurugram police has opened just one lane at the border only for essential services

Elders seek to pacify MDC tiffs

The feuding MDC factions have roped in the parties’ elders to help resolve the impasse amid revelations the Thokozani Khupe-led grouping has been failing to gain the support of members despite bagging a favourable judgment at the Supreme Court.

Rhys Jones' dad says son's killer 'online dating' from jail is 'galling' for family

Sean Mercer, who shot 11-year-old Rhys in a Liverpool playground in 2007, was 'openly using a phone to have a relationship with a woman on the outside' for eight months, it is alleged

Scrap security vote, NLC tells governors

Olaleye Aluko, Abuja The Nigeria Labour Congress has said the security votes in the executive arm of government should be scrapped from the budgeting system, to avert abuses in line with the reali...

"No masks, no gloves": State under fire over quarantine centres

Witnesses now say some are squalid and expose residents to the risk of catching Covid-19.

Nothing called safe travel in Covid times

Experts: Flouting of social distancing, hygiene norms could contribute to community transmission

Minister in Mamata Banerjee’s cabinet tests positive for COVID-19; Kolkata’s civic body ramps up precautionary measures

As the West Bengal government is grappling with the rapid spike in COVID-19 cases, 344 new cases recorded as of May 28, Fire and emergency services Minister Sujit Bose.

Bosnia: Officials, firm owner arrested over ventilator deal

SARAJEVO, Bosnia — Bosnian authorities have detained two high-ranking state officials and the owner of a private company which imported 100 ventilators from China that were found to be useless for COVID-19 patients.

Indonesians return to mosques, at a distance

The guidelines for worship facilities released by religious affairs minister Fachrul Razi on Friday change many traditions in mosques. Worshippers usually pray shoulder to shoulder, and they huddle, hug and shake hands once the prayer ends, with cheek-to-cheek kisses common.

Leaves hospital, found dead

A man who walked away from Royal Columbian Hospital Sunday in a hospital gown and slippers was found dead in Burnaby Thursday.

Markets to remain open from 7 AM to 7 PM from today

To encourage commercial activities, markets will be allowed to remain open in the state from 7 AM to 7 PM from today. Till now, the market was being allowed to open from 7 AM to 4 PM. This decision and other directions to ensure proper facilities in quarantine centres were issued by the chief

16 deaths in city, all from East Ahmedabad

247 new cases of Covid-19 reported in 24 hours, taking tally to 11,344 in the district; number of cases in Guj touches 15,572

Cypriot president calls Egypt ‘close friend, strategic partner’

Anastasiades affirmed the need for cooperation with Egypt during the current stage, calling it “even more important” than earlier.

Cypriot president hails Egypt’s efforts to achieve regional stability

Cypriot President Nicos Anastasiades has praised Egypt’s efforts in achieving stability and combating terrorism and illegal immigration, in a phone call with Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El Sisi, the Egyptian Presidency said in a statement.

Back off, Trump. Germany wants to Make Europe Strong Again

Berlin’s EU presidency motto has echoes of MAGA.

Arrest made after California homeless fed poisoned food

One person was arrested after eight homeless people were given poisoned food that sent several to the hospital, Southern California authorities said Friday.

Man (20s) charged after pharmacy robbed in Dublin

The incident happened at around 1.45pm yesterday afternoon.

Naredco-UP signs MoU with UP government to provide jobs to 2.5 lakh labourers

Around 1.25 lakh workers will be absorbed at project sites spread across Ghaziabad, Noida and Greater Noida in Delhi-NCR

Now, a new record every day: Telangana records 158 new Covid-19 cases, 4 deaths

Telangana's toll in the pandemic has now risen to 67

‘Almost entire’ economy could reopen before June 30 if infection rates remain low and stable, says Singapore minister

SINGAPORE, May 29 — If Covid-19 infection rates remain low and stable, the Government will decide by mid-June whether Singapore can move out of the first phase of reopening the economy, National Development Minister Lawrence Wong said today. While the first phase — which will start from June 2...

Coronavirus deaths in US cross 1 lakh

The US has surpassed the grim milestone of over one lakh coronavirus-linked deaths, the highest in the world, as the COVID-19 pandemic wreaks havoc across

ICAI allows CA aspirants to change exam centres

ICAI CA exam 2020: The online correction window will be open from June 7 to 9

Court denies interim bail to Dongri building collapse accused

No let up for J&K's Corona deaths, toll rises to 27

JAMMU, May 28: The J&K Union Territory has been hit hard by a surge in Covid-19 deaths of late and today's. One more death has been recorded taking the J&K's grim total to 27.Officials told that a 55-year-old man from Baramulla district who died at SMHS yesterday was tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday. An official said that an elderly man who hails from Khanpora Baramulla died at SMHS on Wednesday following which samples were taken from him for COVID-19 testing. "His body was kept in GMC mortuary and his reports came positive for COVID-19 on Thursday," officials said, adding that he was having underlying problems. Nodal Officer for COVID-19 at GMC Srinagar, Dr. Salim Khan also confirmed his death and said that the patient was referred from GMC hospital Baramulla with fever, respiratory distress on May 27 to SMHS hospital."The patient died within hours of admission," he said, adding that his samples were tested positive today. With his death, the death toll due to COVID-19 in Jammu and Kashmir has reached…

Tweeter-in-chief Trump hands Facebook and Twitter a gift

US president’s proposed executive order against social platforms has stirred up outrage — and engagement

New York's Cuomo says businesses can turn away people not wearing masks

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said he would sign an executive order on Thursday authorizing businesses to deny entry to anyone who does not wear ...

Extremely rare Red Warning for gorse and forest fires issued for Kildare and nationwide

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Rare Red forest fire warning issued

The forest service has issued a rare Red forest fire warning as high temperatures and dry weather look set to persist into the weekend.

UN: Virus could push 14 million Latin Americans into hunger

BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — The US World Food Programme (WFP) is warning that upward of...

Which countries have made wearing face masks compulsory?

In an attempt to slow down the spread of the novel coronavirus, an increasing number of countries have made wearing face masks mandatory in public spaces, with citizens facing a possible fine if caught without one.

Lockdown 4.0 May Be Last Of Its Kind; Economic Revival Is Now Everybody’s Priority

We should see June as the transition month for a changeover from Lockdown 4.0 to Revival 1.0.

FG commends Obaseki on COVID-19 response, as Edo inaugurates 300-bed isolation centre, molecular lab

FG has applauded Governor Godwin Obaseki-led administration's data-driven and robust response to the coronavirus pandemic in Edo state.

Best of BS Opinion: Diversity in boardrooms, earnings drought, and more

Here is a summary of Business Standard opinion pieces for the day

How special pass was issued to MLA during lockdown

The Uttarakhand High Court has asked the State government to explain the circumstances under which MLA from Uttar Pradesh Aman Mani Tripathi and his associates were issued special pass to drive to Badrinath and Kedarnath at a time when the Government of India had directed the state governments to

Lockdown travails: People from Northeast share their tales of struggle

Florida man kills girlfriend, then drives to Orlando for weekend, police say

After Ronald Gamble beat his girlfriend so severely that she died last December, he then drove to Orlando for the weekend before returning to South Florida and calling 911, police say.

File report on plea against declaring pvt hospital as COVID-19 institute: HC to Delhi govt

The plea was filed by Safdarjung Development Area (SDA) Residents Welfare Association (RWA) and others challenging the May 16 order of the Delhi government declaring Ujala Cygnus Orthocare Hospital - with 40 isolation wards- as a dedicated COVID-19 hospital.

The 9 at 9: Friday

Here’s what’s making headlines this morning.

Authorities report 13 new COVID-19 cases, all returnees from Pakistan

Hong Kong reported 13 new COVID-19 cases Friday, all of them imported cases from Pakistan Among the infections are a family cluster of five, which includes a mother and her three kids who went to Pakistan in January to attend a relative's wedding...

Joe McHugh: Schools may not return in September

Parents were thrown into further confusion yesterday after the Minister for Education said students would not be returning to school in September as normal.

American Civil Liberties Union Sues Clearview AI for Violating Privacy

Clearview AI, the developer of a facial-recognition tool used by law enforcement agencies, is currently facing charges from the American Civil Liberties Union for violating people's rights to privacy.

Japan's Defence Chief Urges Probe Into Hacker Attack on Telecom Giant Amid Data Leak Fears

TOKYO (Sputnik) - Japan’s Defence Minister Taro Kono has called for thoroughly investigating a hacker attack on a national telecom giant after media reports that data...

Karnataka wants fewer flights from 5 high-risk state

Delhi, which was earlier considered a high-risk state has been removed from that category The State Government has requested the Civil Aviation Ministry to reduce the number of flights from five high .

Debt relief plans for world's poor countries inch forward

Plans for debt relief for the world's poorest countries inched forward on Thursday as private creditors laid out a blueprint for their involvement, though it received immediate criticism for not going far enough.

S. Korea struggling to contain cluster-traced virus spread in greater Seoul area

South Korea reported more than 50 new virus cases for the second consecutive day Friday, all in the Seoul metropolitan area due to logistics center-tied cluster infections, putting renewed strain on health authorities to contain further spread in the densely populated region. South Korea reported 58 more additional COVID-19 cases, raising the total caseload to 11,402, according to the Korea Centers for Disease Contr...

Sadhus attacked in Maharashtra's Palghar again, temple robbed; one accused arrested

The attack comes around six weeks after two Sadhus in from Palghar were lynched by a mob.

World leaders warn coronavirus could roll back progress for women

Coronavirus is threatening to undo recent gains made toward gender equality as millions of women and girls are predicted to have unwanted pregnancies and fall into poverty, world leaders said on Thursday.

Veerendra Kumar, Mathrubhumi MD and former Union Minister no more

Kumar was 84. His last rites will be performed at his residence in Wayanad.

DMK urges PM to withdraw Electricty Bill

The Opposition DMK in Tamilnadu has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to withdraw the proposed Electricity (Amendment) Bill which intends to undermine the states’ legislative powers over electricity and to abandon the proposal to cancel free electricity for the farmers. Continue Reading →

For five years, Buhari ‘campaigned’ for corrupt politicians, CDD says

A pro-democracy think tank, the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD), has accused President Muhammadu Buhari of condoning corruption within his administration and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

4 more COVID-19 deaths in Telangana; 117 fresh cases, tally now 2256

4 more people succumbed to the coronavirus in Telangana pushing the death toll to 67, while 117 fresh COVID-19 cases were reported on Thursday taking the tally to 2,256, authorities said.

Border dispute reaches new heights https://tkpo.st/3eoWMkh

The Kathmandu Post / ANN

Border dispute reaches new heights

The Kathmandu Post / ANN

Taiwan's president visits Causeway Bay Bookstore to support Hong Kong

Visit comes one day after President Tsai condemns passing of Hong Kong security law draft

Five years of PMB: We're glad he came our way, by Adesina

Who are the ‘we?’ Speak for yourself only, some cynics would say on merely seeing the headline of this piece.They would add: “You can talk because...

Five years of Buhari: We’re glad he came our way ― Adesina

Who are the ‘we?’ Speak for yourself only, some cynics would say on merely seeing the headline of this piece.

CM Amarinder Singh's Demand, Central Government should give 10-10 Thousand Rupees to the Poor -

Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Thursday demanded the Central Government to provide ten thousand rupees to the poor

The Push to Modernize California Courts Hits a Budgetary Wall

The California Judicial Council's push for a digital courthouse is up in the air as the judiciary faces $216 million in budget cuts due to the viral pandemic.

Man found murdered in Nagpur with head smashed in

Nagpur: Aman was found dead with his head smashed in at Pardi area of Maharashtra’s Nagpur city, police said on Friday. The body of an unidentified man in his 20s was found by locals in the area on Thursday morning, following which the police were alerted, deputy commissioner of police (zone 5) Neelotpal said. According […]

Life and death in lockdown: Pictures from around India

Restrictions confining people to their homes entered the 66 day on Friday as the number of coronavirus cases steadily increases.

Maharashtra Government To Provide Aid To Help Restart Entertainment Industry

The Indian Motion Pictures Producers Association shared a press release that stated that Maharashtra state government will be providing aid to help restart the entertainment industry.

Greece Will Welcome Tourists Back, But Not Americans

Visitors from nearly 30 countries can travel to Greece as early as June 15

DCU students will be able to book flexible campus accommodation for as little as one night

Students attending Dublin City University (DCU) in the autumn are being offered a flexible approach to campus accommodation including booking for specific days, weeks or months for the academic year ahead.

Travel disruptions challenge global transplant deliveries

Over the past two months, as air travel ground to a halt, Mishel Zrian has crisscrossed the Atlantic and the United States dozens of times, sleeping in empty airports and unable to return home to see

Families to be reunited as Wales eases coronavirus lockdown from Monday

First Minister Mark Drakeford will confirm the lifting of some restrictions when he gives an update at lunchtime

Pakistan saw a record 2,636 coronavirus cases, 57 deaths in last 24 hours: Dr Mirza

The greatest number of patients on ventilators — 157 — has also been recorded

Police remove Adeleke’s name from exam malpractices charges

Ade Adesomoju, Abuja The police on Thursday removed the name of a former governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, from the charges of examination malp...

US judge won't lift 50-person cap on Nevada church services

A federal judge rejected a rural Nevada church’s request Friday for an emergency injunction that would allow it to exceed Gov. Steve Sisolak’s 50-person cap on religious gatherings.

'They wanted to like her': Sen. Martha McSally in worse shape in Arizona than Trump

The growing political threat to Sen. Martha McSally was magnified by a focus group of women voters who expressed visceral opposition to supporting the Arizona Republican in November, even as some were open to backing President Trump.

FPJ Edit: Mitigating the hardships of migrants

Are You a CBSE Student? Take your Class 10 and 12 Board Exams From Anywhere Now

To ease the examination process and aid in maintaining social distancing norms, CBSE has added 10,000 new examination across the country.

Rethinking Covid-19 testing strategy

As the economy reopens, testing of asymptomatic cases must be rapidly expanded to break the transmission chain

Tributes paid to Wolverhampton doctor and hospice pioneer, 93

Tributes have been paid to a retired doctor who helped found Compton Hospice and who has died at the age of 93.

Vale Hong Kong as CCP overlords take control

China’s National People’s Congress has approved a draft resolution that paves the way for anti-sedition laws to be enacted in Hong Kong. The laws will end Hong Kong’s autonomy by banning “acts and activities” considered to be a threat to China’s national security, and will permit “national security agencies” to operate in Hong Kong.

'What's More Important? Cricket or Dealing With Coronavirus?' - BCCI, ICC in Heated Dispute Over Tax Exemption

If BCCI fails to secure the tax exemption, ICC has reportedly threatened to take away the hosting rights for the marquee event from India.

JKPEECC oppose amended Electricity Bill, to join June 1 protest

Srinagar:  The Jammu and Kashmir Power Engineers and Employees Coordination Committee (JKPEECC) on Thursday said it would extend support to the call of “national protest day” on June 1 against the Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2020 and the proposed privatisation of power sector.”The JKPEECC has decided to extend support to the call of ‘National Protest Day’ […]

Contacts of infected deputy Aswan governor test negative for coronavirus

Ehab Hanafy told Egypt Today that authorities continue their sterilization campaigns in the governorate’s office after Yehia tested positive for the pandemic.

Experts fear explosion of coronavirus cases if rules ignored once economy restarts

Bangladesh will face a sharp increase in COVID-19 cases and deaths if it reopens economy without fully implementing the safeguards, experts warn.

Talks on support for German car industry delayed: Bild

Closely-watched talks between top German politicians and car industry representatives to discuss support for a sector hit hard by the coronavirus ...

HRD min assures safety of examinees

SHILLONG: Human Resource Development (HRD) Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal on Thursday said that the HRD Ministry has instituted a task force under UGC and NCERT which is working on the various guidelines with focus on the safety of the students.Pokhriyal

Harvey Weinstein Hit With Another Lawsuit Regarding Four More Women

Harvey Weinstein, the former Hollywood mogul who was convicted of rape and sexual assault near the beginning of the year, now has a fresh batch of

Deadly drunk gets 17 years

A South Carolina man convicted of driving under the influence for a fourth time was sentenced to 17 years in prison in connection with a crash last year that left a 66-year-old man dead.

Surgeon suspended for not giving patient sufficient medical leave

An orthopaedic surgeon has been suspended for eight months for not giving a patient sufficient medical leave. Dr Kevin Yip Man Hing, who practises at Singapore Sports and Orthopaedic Clinic in Gleneagles Medical Centre, was suspended last year for a similar infraction -...

UP amends revenue code, simplifies land acquisition process to expand land bank for industries

It has amended the Revenue Code and also decided to simplify the process of land acquisition within a distance of one kilometre on both sides of the expressways under the Land Acquisition Act 2013.

Land acquisition to be made easier in Uttar Pradesh

Continuing his efforts to promote industrialisation in the state, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has now issued directions to amend.

Coronavirus cash boost for Dudley transport workers

Transport workers will see their coronavirus funding quadrupled after council bosses backed down in a pay row.

Supreme Court wakes up from slumber

Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Singer From Bangladesh Humiliates PM Modi On Social Media, Police File Complaint

The complaint was filed by a resident of Belonia town in South Tripura district who is a student of Pandit Deen Dayal Petroleum University at Gandhinagar in Gujarat

FIR against Sa Re Ga Ma Pa runner-up Mainul Noble for remarks against PM Modi

Speaking to indianexpress.com, Suman Paul, an engineering student at Pandit Deen Dayal Petroleum University in Gandhinagar of Gujarat, said he filed the complaint against the Bangladeshi singer at Belonia police station on May 25.

Coronavirus lockdown: Final-yr college exams will surely be held, says govt

If the situation caused due to the coronavirus does not improve by July, then the first-year students can be promoted based on internal assessment

Flood in Western Maharashtra not due to Almatti Dam

SPECIAL REPORT: Dwindling dividends of democracy

ACCORDING to American Poet,  Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803 -1882), "The first wealth is health." Taken further, a healthy man is a

The President Versus the Mods

President Trump’s taking aim at Twitter for fact-checking his tweets is part of a long tradition upheld by aggrieved internet trolls. The stakes are high.

No proposal on formation of interim Govt in J&K: Raina

No proposal on formation of interim Govt in J&K: Raina ‘All propaganda,  No reality ‘ Nasir Azam Srinagar, May 28: The Bharatiya Janta Party on Thursday said there is no proposal with the Centre about formation of interim government or advisory council in Jammu & Kashmir. Talking to news agency Ravinder Raina, BJP’s J&K UT president, […]

Tax Deducted at Source: Quarterly payment of TDS could be a ‘Saviour’ for taxpayers in Corona crisis

It is hoped that the Income Tax Department will be empathetic to the problems faced by taxpayers and a pragmatic view shall be taken to allow taxpayers to make the quarterly payment of TDS under Rule 30(3).

Coronavirus India lockdown Day 66 updates | May 29, 2020

Coronavirus vaccine developed by India likely to begin human trial in October, says expert.

Twitter hides Trump’s Minnesota tweet, saying it ‘glorifies violence’

Twitter has just hidden US President Donald Trump‘s tweet about the situation in Minnesota, saying it “glorified violence.” The company didn’t delete the tweet as it thought “it may be in the public interest for the tweet to remain accessible.” In the tweet, Trump was addressing civil unrest in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and threatened that law enforcement would open fire […]

National Guard brings critical geriatric care to Pennsylvania nursing homes

When coronavirus lockdowns began across the nation, those most vulnerable were also seemingly those whom the military were least qualified to care for.

RSPCA reports influx of calls about cats in Shropshire as kitten season starts

The RSPCA has revealed it received more than 70 reports about cats in Shropshire since the start of lockdown.

Justice Isa questions Shehzad Akbar’s appointment as ARU head

Justice Isa had previously raised 15 questions in a rejoinder submitted to SC in a case pertaining to offshore properties owned by his family

Lessons from the pandemic crisis

The failur­e of an effect­ive leader­ship at the global level to deal with the pandem­ic is a major lesson one can learn

Cong leaders demand Rs 10,000 for poor

On the call given by the Congress president Sonia Gandhi and former party president Rahul Gandhi under the ‘Speak up India’ programme large number of Congressmen went live on Thursday on various social media platforms and raised many issues. The Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) president

88.2% final year students want last semester exams to be cancelled: MASU survey

Commentary: Embattled China knows its national priority is the economy

Notwithstanding controversy over a Hong Kong security law and brewing tensions with the US, proceedings at the National People’s Congress and ...

Trump will claim coronavirus success but first must define it

For President Trump to win a second term in the White House, strategists in both parties agree voters must have the perception he successfully managed the coronavirus outbreak and its economic fallout. But that first means a pitched battle with supporters of presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden to define success.

You cannot repair the economic damage of coronavirus simply by unlocking

The government have announced that groups will be able to meet outside, but is this too soon and will it really help the economy? 

Hawaii budget shortfall now projected to be $2.3 billion | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

There was a lot of guesswork involved, but a panel of experts concluded Thursday that state tax collections will drop by 7% this fiscal year and another 12% next year, leaving Gov. David Ige’s administration with a whopping $2.3 billion budget hole to patch up.

Former South Korean 'comfort women' leader apologises for 'banking errors'

SEOUL (Reuters) - The former leader of an advocacy group for South Korean victims of Japanese wartime sexual violence on Friday denied allegations of misusing funds meant for the victims but apologised for “banking errors”.

TS POLYCET 2020: Entrance exam to be conducted on 1 July; SBTET extends application deadline till 9 June

The State Board of Technical Education and Training in Telangana has announced that the TS POLYCET 2020 will now be held on 1 July from 11 am to 1.30 pm

Chhattisgarh: Three children die in quarantine in last 48 hours

Officials attributed the deaths to a combination of heat and overcrowding at quarantine centres.

Why Sitharaman lost her cool over Rahul

Why Sitharaman lost her cool over Rahul. 'Having long portrayed Rahul as being out of touch, the BJP was suddenly confronted with a spectacle of humbleness and concern for the downtrodden,' observes Amulya Ganguli.

Why Trump’s Executive Order against protection for social media firms matters

Trump is arguing that if social media firms seek protection from the fact that they cannot control what a user posts, then they shouldn’t be intervening with those posts either.Trump’s move could set a precedent for other countries, though it doesn’t necessarily mean that they will follow them

Gujarat: AMA wants testing in pvt hospitals with no govt interference, moves HC

The plea also points out that family members of a lab-confirmed positive patient are not being permitted to be tested and are being made to wait for approvals up to three or five days, by when “ much damage is already done.”

News in Pictures

The images from around the world that tell the stories of this week.

Minister Shahine Robinson fighting cancer

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NBN Co limits gigabit services to just 7 percent of HFC footprint

Similarly constrains access to 250 Mbps tier.

‘Pre-clinical Covid-19 vaccine trials in India could conclude by October’

India may be close to successfully developing a vaccine for the novel coronavirus, Principal Scientific Adviser Dr K VijayRaghavan said on Thursday adding that of the 30 groups engaged in the exercise, 20 are ‘working at a good pace’.

Shah Alam police to question Selangor Bersatu chief over Raya gathering during CMCO

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — Police investigators will call in Selangor Bersatu chief Datuk Abdul Rashid Asari over a Hari Raya gathering at his home that allegedly breached the conditional movement control order (CMCO). Shah Alam police chief ACP Baharudin Mat Taib confirmed this and the investigation...

40 joggers including teenagers arrested for violating social distancing

Overzealous police

NCCCR continues to deliver high-quality services during COVID-19 pandemic

Hamad Medical Corporation’s National Center for Cancer Care and Research (NCCCR) continues to deliver highquality cancer services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Measures has been taken protect all vulnerable patients and limit the risk of exposure to patients and staff.

It’s lit now! British American Tobacco heads to court over cigarette sale ban

Government has come under fire from smokers around the country for refusing to allow the sale of cigarettes from Monday – when the country moves to level 3 lockdown - but giving alcohol the green light.

Local News Reports George Floyd And The Officer Who Killed Him Both Worked Security At The Same Club

Minneapolis, Minnesota, ABC affiliate KSTP 5 News reported that George Floyd and the officer responsible for his death had overlapping security shifts at a local club. A former club owner told the ...

Connecticut governor eases restrictions on houses of worship

Gov. Ned Lamont announced Friday he is easing pandemic restrictions on religious services, allowing houses of worship to now have up to 100 people inside, or 25% capacity, whichever is less.

President Buhari pleads debt cancellation for African countries

President Muhammadu Buhari has pleaded with financial institutions and developed countries to cancel the debts of needy countries, especially those in Africa.

I don’t blame you, I blame your English teachers - Mornah jabs critics

National Chairman of the People's National Convention (PNC) Bernard Mornah has reacted to calls demanding for his arrest.

Jim Acosta Once Again Has Dumb Question at White House Briefing... then Kayleigh McEnany Responds

During the White House briefing Thursday afternoon, CNN's Jim Acosta

Rioters Breach, Burn Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct

Rioters in Minneapolis breached the city police department's third precinct and set fires, according to numerous eyewitness accounts.

2 OGWs arrested2 OGWs arrested

2 OGWs arrested Tasaduq Hussain  Kupwara, May 28: The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Thursday claimed to have arrested two associates of Hizbul Mujahideen militant from Kupwara district and recovered arms and ammunition from their possession. Officials told that two local militant associates of Hizb were arrested in Handwara. Police said that “on the basis of […]

2 militant associates arrested in Kupwara: Police

Police on Thursday said it arrested two militant associates of Hizbul Mujahideen at Kralgund area of Kupwara districts. A police official said arms and

NYC Eyes June 8 for First Phase of Reopening

Also Friday, Gov. Andrew Cuomo cleared a large swath of upstate New York to reopen hair salons, retail shops and offices under strict guidelines.

Matt Hancock's obsession with hospitals has warped priorities and cost lives

The government’s chaotic approach has been to treat the sickness rather than stop the spread of the virus

Ministry says no swine fever virus found in samples from inter-Korean border

Samples taken from areas near the inter-Korean border have tested negative for African swine fever, the ministry said Friday, raising the possibility of the resumption of a tour program to the truce village of Panmunjom next month as scheduled. Tours to the southern side of Panmunjom in the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) have been suspended since October as part of efforts to prevent the spread of African swine fever sin...

Covid-19 creating chaos on many fronts

WITH the global death toll now more than 360,000 and still rising, the Covid-19 pandemic is creating health, ethical, social, business, economic and political chaos.

Lockdown woes: Bengal migrants travel with co-passenger's dead body for over 20 hours

The passengers sought help from Odisha police at two places but they were reportedly not entertained.

Special master defends early release of Hawaii inmates, says recidivism rate low | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Special Master Daniel Foley addressed criticisms regarding the release of hundreds of state inmates to reduce the spread of COVID-19 but said continuing to get them out of jails and prisons will be difficult.

Former reality TV contestant admits to child sex material charges

Former reality television show contestant Matt Goyder has confessed to possessing and distributing child sex abuse material online.

Former reality TV contestant admits to child sex material charges

Former reality television show contestant Matt Goyder has confessed to possessing and distributing child sex abuse material online.

J&K Police identifies owner of explosives-laden car intercepted in Pulwama on Thursday

According to the police, he is a resident of Shopian and had joined the Pakistan-backed terror group Hizb-ul-Mujahideen in July 2019.

300 Indian nationals stuck in Pakistan to return home on Saturday

Around 300 Indian nationals, who are stuck in Pakistan due to coronavirus outbreak, will be coming back home on Saturday.

States Are Reopening, But Many Americans Say They Aren’t Rushing Back To Normal Life

Welcome to Pollapalooza, our weekly polling roundup. Poll(s) of the week Almost all states have now begun phased reopenings after shutting down nonessential bus…

CISF official posted at warship building GRSEL succumbs to COVID-19

This is the fourth death from coronavirus in the about 1.62 lakh personnel strong force and the second from this unit, a defence PSU located in Kolkata.

Spotify Claims Kobalt Is at Fault in Eminem Songs Copyright Dispute

Spotify has filed a third party claim in a federal court in Tennessee against Kobalt Music Publishing, alleging that the company is at fault in a copyright dispute over 243 Eminem songs, including the Grammy- and Oscar-winning "Lose Yourself."

Brazilians say 'I do' at drive-thru weddings to avoid virus

For João Blank and Erica Blank’s first kiss as husband and wife, they didn’t lock lips. The couple could only press their face masks together while sitting in the back of a hatchback, where they had j

38,431 migrants sent to their native states, over 1 lakh were registered

The administration claimed that the concerning states and the Indian Railways will consult if the demand of more Shramik train rise.

Police: Woman killed after charging officer with knife

A woman armed with a butcher knife was fatally shot Friday after charging police officers outside a Florida government building, authorities said.

24 more test positive for COVID-19 in Assam, total count 880

As many as 24 people have tested positive for COVID-19 in Assam, taking the total number of such cases in the state to 880, Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said. Of the 24, 11 are from Goalpara, three each from Nalbari and Tinsukia, two from Dibrugarh and one each from Kamrup, Nagaon, Karbi

Student at Keilor Downs secondary school in Melbourne tests positive to coronavirus

A school in Melbourne's northwest has closed for cleaning after a student tested positive to coronavirus.

Ford expected to unveil new COVID-19 testing strategy during daily briefing at Queen's Park

Premier Doug Ford is expected to unveil the province’s new COVID-19 testing strategy during his daily briefing at Queen’s Park this afternoon.

Silent 'doctors not martyrs' protest held outside No10 during Clap for Carers

A group of doctors in scrubs and masks held a 'Doctors not martyrs' banner outside Downing Street in a show of support for the over 200 NHS staff who have died from coronavirus

MP Veerendra Kumar, RS MP and doyen of Kerala’s socialist politics, passes away

MP Veerendra Kumar, apart from his exemplary political career as the leader of several socialist outfits, was also an acclaimed writer, orator and thinker.

The Biggest Party In Kyrgyzstan Continues To Splinter Amid Infighting

Kyrgyzstan's largest party, the Social Democrats, suffered a rift last year amid an internal feud of its most prominent members and now another section has split from the main party just months before parliamentary elections.

Philippines sees largest spike in infections, will still ease curbs

MANILA/JAKARTA The Philippines saw its biggest spike in coronavirus cases yesterday, with 539 new infections recorded. The fresh cases brought the nationwide tally to 15,588, of which 921 have led to deaths. The numbers are expected to rise further, the Health...

Demonstrators Flood Columbus Streets To Protest Police Violence, George Floyd’s Death

Columbus police are standing by and have blocked off North High Street at Broad Street downtown to stop the protests from marching further.

Undo Retweet

Everybody knows US President Donald Trump’s favorite soapbox: Twitter. In a shocking turn of events, Trump is now going against the social media platform via executive...

Ramaphosa on South Africa’s cigarette ban, alcohol sales, and a move to lockdown level 2

South Africa’s level 3 regulations are appropriate for ‘right now’ and the country is already targeting a move to level 2 of the lockdown with fewer restrictions, says president Cyril Ramaphosa.

Teachers issue 'devastating' update on Long Eaton school after major fire

Fire crews worked through the evening to control the large blaze

Gauteng's train services plan derailed by committee

After the Prasa's plan to open one corridor in Gauteng was rejected, it is now up to tomorrow transport minister Fikile Mbalula to give direction on whether trains will operate, come Monday.

Major attack averted: IGP

Inspector General of Police, Kashmir, Vijay Kumar on Thursday said that they had inputs about possible suicide attack and that helped to foil the car bomb

Google issued 1,755 warnings to users globally on govt-backed attackers in April

In a blog post, Google said its Threat Analysis Group (TAG) tracks more than 270 targeted or government-backed groups from over 50 countries. It, however, did not clarify which governments have targeted these users.

Amid stand-off between India and China, satellite images pick up Chinese armour, artillery near LAC: Report

Taiwanese student evacuated from Russia tests positive for coronavirus

Nation's latest coronavirus case was among 96 Taiwanese evacuated from Russia

Home Guard killed, two others injured

SHILLONG: A home guard was killed and two others were injured when a vehicle, while avoiding checking by the police, rammed into a checkpoint in West Jaintia Hills on Wednesday night.West Jaintia Hills SP, Lakador Syiem said in a statement that aroun

ED official contracts COVID-19 infection in Delhi

A junior-rank officer of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has tested positive for coronavirus infection, officials said on Friday.

Trump Goes After Social Media Companies With Executive Order

In response to Twitter putting a fact-check label on his tweets, US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at “preventing online censorship” by social media platforms.

Governors, AGF to discuss Executive Order 10 - The Nation Nigeria

Governors are to meet with the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) Abubakar Malami, on the impact of Executive ...

Zydus, Columbia, KD to share 50% beds now

After HC order, these 3 private hospitals agreed to share 213 of 425 beds with AMC for Covid treatment

Coronavirus pandemic | Maharashtra to give Rs 50 lakh insurance cover to frontline workers: Deputy CM Ajit Pawar

Pawar, who is also finance minister, said huge manpower is busy in surveying, tracing, testing, taking preventive measures and providing relief during the pandemic by risking their lives.

Electionland 2020: Trump on Vote by Mail, Poll Worker PPE, Naturalizations and More

This week’s headlines on Trump’s escalating attacks on vote by mail, the latest in election lawsuits, coronavirus impacts on in-person voting and more.

‘Admission process to Polytechnics in J&K revamped’

JAMMU, May 28: The Administrative Council (AC) which met here under the chairmanship of Lieutenant Governor, G C Murmu, approved the proposal of the Technical Education Department bringing in key reforms in the department. The AC accorded sanction to the change in nomenclature, structural and procedural reforms and revamping of admission process to the polytechnics.The decision to change in the nomenclature of the department from “Technical Education Department” to “Department of Skill Development” and accordingly “Directorate of Technical Education” to “Directorate of Skill Development” comes in the backdrop of the shift in focus from imparting technical education in Polytechnics and ITIs, to creation of a skilled manpower base, in tune with the contemporary demands of the market and industry. The change will make things more relatable to the renewed emphasis on skill for self employment, by the Government of India.The Administrative Council also approved hiring of a consultancy to review the courses being offered…

‘Technical Education Department’ to be called ‘Department of Skill Development’

‘Technical Education Department’ to be called ‘Department of Skill Development’ JAMMU, MAY 28:  The Administrative Council (AC) which met here under the chairmanship of Lieutenant Governor, G C Murmu, approved the proposal of the Technical Education Department bringing in key reforms in the department. The AC accorded sanction to the change in nomenclature, structural and […]

Admission process to Polytechnics revamped

The Administrative Council (AC) which met here under the chairmanship of Lieutenant Governor, G C Murmu, approved the proposal of the Technical Education

Officer in Rajya Sabha secretariat tests positive for Coronavirus; second case in Parliament

The COVID-19 scare has now reached Rajya Sabha Secretariat as an officer and his family members have tested positive for the novel coronavirus, a source confirmed on Friday.

Holness upbeat after global leaders commit to united front against COVID-19

Prime Minister Andrew Holness has applauded global leaders and multilateral institutions ...

Planet of the Apes: After monkeys run away with lab samples in Meerut, officials claim they're not COVID-19 tests

A third teenager has been charged following a disturbance in south Manchester

Police responded to reports of a disturbance in Longsight earlier this week

Coronavirus in Mumbai: Bombay HC staff manhandled, not allowed to board BEST bus

Why India needs more ships like INS Jalashwa

Why India needs more ships like INS Jalashwa. At war, the Jalashwa can carry and launch a full infantry battalion in a single wave. At peace, the Jalashwa can evacuate 1,000 people in a single trip. Ajai Shukla explains why the Indian Navy's new tender for more ships like the Jalashwa must be treated with special urgency.

How Covid-19 is transforming Russia’s power structures

As Putin’s popularity falls while that of governors rises, the old centralised system is in flux.  

West Bengal: Students likely to attend classes on alternate days after schools reopen, says education minister

The state-run schools are slated to reopen after June 30, said Partha Chatterjee

Job losses hit less-educated hardest

SAN FRANCISCO - (INT) - The COVID-19 recession has already led to much larger declines in employment than occurred throughout the Great Recession, and jobs have been lost much more quickly. As with past recessions, less-educated workers are bearing the brunt of these declines. Nationwide, almost 20 million workers lost jobs between February and April this year (among adults age 25 and over). Employment declined by about 7 million over a much longer period during the Great Recession. So far, less-educated workers—those without bachelor’s or graduate degrees—have accounted for 80% of all employment declines in the pandemic recession. Workers with degrees also tend to do better during economic recoveries. After the Great Recession, employment growth among educated workers was robust, but employment among less-educated workers never fully recovered. Employment among college graduates is much higher today (by about 11 million) than at the economic peak prior to the Great Recession. In contrast, employment among less…

Nordics want to open borders but Sweden may be frozen out

Denmark, Finland and Norway mull whether to extend or relax regional travel restrictions, but their neighbor may not be included.

Coronavirus Scotland: Glasgow NHS staff ‘one of worst groups of people’ for ‘breaching social distancing’, says surgeon

A SURGEON has blasted NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde staff as “one of the worst groups of people” for allegedly breaching social distancing rules. It’s reported that Michael Palmer, a me…

Man stabs brother to death over soft drink

Deji Lambo One Chisom Eze has allegedly killed his 19-year-old brother, Henry, during a fight over a bottle of soft drink at their place of residence on Johnson Street, Alaba area of Lagos State. ...

NDDC Probe: Sack, Arrest Akpabio Now, Ijaw Group Tells Buhari

It’s a known public fact that two persons have died, the EDFA inclusive since the exposure of Godswill Akpabio and cronies mind-blowing looting and subsequent probing by the National Assembly.

Father, son cook kidnapping theory, police find it fake

A father and his son cooked up a kidnapping theory only to find themselves in hot waters. Palamu police not only found kidnapping theory a fake one but poorly drawn conspiratorial move of father & son. SP Palamu Ajay Linda said this bizarre case of cooked up kidnapping was floated in village

Trump’s Decision To Withdraw Critical Funding from WHO Could Cost Lives

President Trump’s decision to cut ties with the World Health Organization is a callous act that will undercut the global effort to eradicate COVID-19

Indonesia rolls out public shaming for virus violators

Indonesian officials are forcing social distancing violators to recite Koran verses, stay in

Valerie Jarrett tips COVID-19 crisis end game as nationwide 'vote-by-mail'

Valerie Jarrett, former White House whisperer in the Barack Obama administration, said on MSNBC that

Valerie Jarrett Calls for Vote-by-Mail in Every State -- 'There Is De Minimis Vote Fraud in Our Country'

Thursday on MSNBC, former Obama adviser Valerie Jarrett said because there is "de minimis vote fraud in our country," we "should have vote-by-mail in every state." | Clips

Locust attack poses famine risk

Swarms of insect­s invade fields in Pakist­an and India, decima­te crops

Chinese president Xi preaches hope at difficult times

People first was the keyword in the discussions. Xi referred to the recovery of an 87-year-old COVID-19 patient after 47 days of care by a team of 10 doctors and...

Russia to keep self-isolation requirement in 14 regions

Russian authorities have decided to keep the requirement to self-isolate in effect in 14 of the country’s 85 regions at least by mid-June, while facial masks are mandatory throughout the country, Russian state news agency TASS reports.

History Proves Minneapolis Police Will Stonewall Investigation of Floyd’s Death - Professor

The recent death of Minneapolis, Minnesota, resident George Floyd has sparked a nationwide conversation about police brutality, racism and justice within the US. When...

Maryland governor issues 2 orders related to coronavirus

Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan on Friday extended a moratorium on utility shutoffs and residential late fees to July 1.

Five Glasgow teens targeted in hit-and-run murder bid after car ploughs into them as cops hunt driver

COPS are probing a murder bid after a crazed motorist deliberately ploughed into a group of teens in Glasgow. The men, three aged 18 and two 19-year-olds, were walking on Killin Street in Shettlest…

1574 passengers arrive at Jammu, Srinagar Airports

1574 passengers arrive at Jammu, Srinagar Airports Jammu Tawi, May 28: About 15 domestic flights with 1574 passengers on board today arrived at Jammu and Srinagar Airports on Day 4 of resumption of the air services in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. A total of 294 passengers aboard 6 regular commercial flights arrived at […]

Covid-19 crisis: UP sees sense on migrant workers, Maharashtra should too

A shortage of workers in one state or another could result in a spike in wage costs, throwing the economics of manufacturing or construction out of gear.

A mislaid path for PAS — Liew Chin Tong

MAY 29 — The existing arrangement of Muafakat Nasional between PAS and Umno is not as straightforward as one plus one equals two. There's more to this than meets the eye. As a political science student researching on PAS and later as a politician working closely with PAS leaders, I often lamented...

A mislaid path for PAS

THE existing arrangement of Muafakat Nasional between PAS and Umno is not as straightforward as one plus one equals two. There is more to this than meets the eye.

Half of coronavirus cases in Washington state are under the age of 40

The coronavirus is moving from older to younger residents in Washington state. Half of the confirmed cases in Washington by early May are under the age of 40, marking a significant shift from the

Tourists could begin to return to Hawaii by late summer, economic report says | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The latest economic projections from the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization suggest it will take at least two years for the mainland economy to recover from the coronavirus pandemic, with tourists beginning to return to Hawaii in late July of this year.

Najibullah has a visitor — why did a top Afghan official go to the grave of a long dead, much reviled President?

In 1996, the Taliban shot Najibullah and strung his body up on an electricity pole. To recall him now is to recall the extreme violence of the Taliban. It is also a finger in the eye of Pakistan.

Trump’s Warped Definition of Free Speech

The president is attempting to bring social-media platforms into his authoritarian infrastructure—or otherwise censor them.

COVID-19: Lagos govt reviews BRT occupancy to 42 passengers

The Lagos State Government has given approval to operator of BRT, to carry 42 passengers seated with no standing as against earlier directive

Lagos approves increase in passenger carriage for BRT buses

Regulated high capacity buses in Lagos operated by Primero Transport Services Limited and Lagos Bus Services Limited can now carry 42 passengers seated....

COVID-19: 623 New Cases and 11 Deaths Reported

The Ministry of Public Health on Friday reported 623 new positive cases of COVID-19--out of 985 samples tested--in the last 24 hours.

Minneapolis police station breached, set on fire as George Floyd protests intensify

A Minneapolis police station was set on fire Thursday night, as protesters continued to demonstrate against the death of George Floyd. Floyd, a 46-year-old black man, died on Monday after a white police officer kneeled on his neck. Protesters have gathered outside of the 3rd Precinct station every night since, and earlier in the evening, officers were on the roof, firing tear gas and flash bangs in an attempt to disperse the crowd. As the night progressed, the mood shifted, with some protesters becoming aggressive. A fire was started in a nearby pawn shop, and after demonstrators were able to gain access to the 3rd Precinct, it was quickly set ablaze. The Minneapolis Police Department confirmed that "protesters forcibly entered the building and have ignited several fires," and all of the precinct's staff was evacuated. Protesters are still standing outside the burning building, with some setting off fireworks and others shouting, "What's his name? George, George." Catherine Garcia A group here has now set fire…

NJ horse racing, child-care centers, sports reopening

More sectors of New Jersey's economy will soon be opening up from restrictions stemming from COVID-19, Gov. Phil Murphy said Friday.

Mira Road: 12-year-old commits suicide for not being allowed to step out in lockdown

In a shocking incident, a 12-year-old boy from Mira Road killed himself after he wasn't allowed to step outside the house owing to the coronavirus scare and lockdown.

'A riot is the language of the unheard,' Martin Luther King Jr. explained 53 years ago

Rioting and looting isn't new in America — and it isn't exclusive to any race. As areas of Minneapolis shifted from peaceful protest against the death of George Floyd to looting, arson, and vandalism on Wednesday and Thursday night, the King Center — founded by Martin Luther King Jr.'s widow to promote MLK Jr.'s "nonviolent philosophy and methodology" — posted this excerpt from King's 1967 "The Other America" speech at Stanford University. Speaking two years after California's Watts riots in August 1965 and race riots in Harlem the previous summer, King spent a few minutes trying to explain the cause of rioting to his predominantly white audience. “In the final analysis, a riot is the language of the unheard. And what is it that America has failed to hear?” pic.twitter.com/Als3jhxaGH — The King Center (@TheKingCenter) May 28, 2020 America has consistently "taken a positive step forward on the question of racial justice and racial equality" only to follow it with "certain backward steps," King said. Because of…

No hearing held of Mir Shakil-ur-Rahman's bail plea

MSR's arrest has been classified as the eighth-most urgent case in threat to press freedom, according to Time Magazine

‘Are we animals?’: Patients in UP Covid-19 hospital protest against lack of water, food

The incident took place at the L1 category hospital in the state’s Kotwa Bani area after authorities reportedly failed to restore water supply.

Singapore SC dismisses former Ranbaxy promoters’ appeal

 The Singapore Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal by erstwhile Ranbaxy Laboratories' former promoters Malvinder Singh and Shivinder Singh against a High Court order that declined to set aside an arbitration award in favour of Japan's Daichii Sankyo.

Job security of migrant workers depends on employers, economy

The job security of migrant workers who return to work after quarantine will depend on their employers and the state of the economy, said National Development Minister Lawrence Wong yesterday. He was responding to a question from a reporter who noted that migrant workers,...

Burglary suspect identified after fatal Everett break-in

A homeowner shot the man Thursday morning. The slain man had served much of his adulthood in prison.

FG gives update on programme to employ 774,000 Nigerians

The federal government on Thursday, May 28, gave an update about its plan to employ at 1,000 persons from each of the 774 local government areas in Nigeria.

Business Poll Backfires, Shows Public Wants Less Immigration

A business-funded poll backfired by showing that 56 percent of swing voters favor President Trump's decision to curb legal immigration.

North Carolina city records fourth homicide in a week

A woman found shot to death in Winston-Salem marks the city’s fourth homicide in six days, authorities said.

It’s No Longer Trump’s Economy, It’s Covid-19’s

Trump’s re-election chances depend on how, where and when the pandemic affects the economy.

The government has announced it will refund $721 million it claimed as part of its unlawful 'robodebt' scheme

The federal government has announced it will scrap its controversial ‘robodebt’ scheme, which attempted to automatically claw back alleged overpayments to social security recipients, and will refund $721 million to those who already paid.

Russia reports record one-day rise in coronavirus deaths

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia on Friday reported 232 deaths from the new coronavirus in the last 24 hours, a record one-day amount that pushed the nationwide death toll to 4,374.

Feds won't mandate refunds

The federal government is not committing to a bailout of the Canadian airlines sector - but is also not planning to require air carriers to refund ticket holders for the flights cancelled during the COVID pandemic as some consumers have requested.

Court Jails Man For $240,000 Romance Scam

The convict, who defrauded his victim, Chantai Meadery in February 2018 through a dating scam, with a promise of "building a future together" in Switzerland, was arraigned by the Port Harcourt Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on July 23, 2019 on a 4-count charge bordering on obtaining money by false pretence and money laundering.

Pregnant woman loses baby as Mangalore apartment denies her entry upon arrival from Dubai

A pregnant woman who arrived in Mangalore on a Vande Bharat flight was allegedly denied entry into her apartment by the residents’ association. She later lost the baby after failing to get help from hospitals or her locality.

DMO faults Reps, says lawmakers approved $3.18bn Chinese loans

Ihuoma Chiedozie, Abuja The Debt Management Office has said all the loans collected by the Federal Government from China, which are being scrutinised by the House of Representatives, were approved...

Jamia: Delhi court says probe seems ‘targeted’

Tanha accused of allegedly instigating crowds by giving speeches in areas where anti-CAA protests were on. He was produced before the judge on May 27.

Privatization of power sector | JKPEECC to hold protest on June 1 to oppose Centre's move

JKPEECC to hold protest on June 1 to oppose Centre’s move | In response to a call given by National Coordination Committee of Electricity Employees and Engineers, which is an amalgam of different power employee

Andhra High Court reinstates sacked state election commissioner N Ramesh Kumar

Three-judge bench sets aside YSRC government's orders appointing Justice Kanagaraju as SEC

Latvia develops mobile app to help halt spread of COVID-19

Latvian-developed mobile app Apturi Covid [Stop Covid] meets requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) because it does not use data from the global positioning system (GPS) to track its users, said the president of LLC Latvijas Mobilais Telefons (LMT) Juris Binde at the presentation of the app.

THP identifies suspects involved in chase

The Tennessee Highway Patrol has identified two suspects involved in a pursuit in Knox County Thursday, May 21.

Seoul, Washington deliver new interceptor missiles onto THAAD base

New interceptor missiles were delivered to a US military base in South Korea on Friday to replace worn-out equipment, amid lingering opposition by local residents.  The Defense Ministry said it has supported the ground transportation of the replacement missiles, as well as power generators and electronic equipment for data collection, and other supplies to improve living conditions of military officials on a Te...

Algeria extends virus lockdown until June 13

Since 19 March, the authorities have banned gatherings and suspended all public and private means of public transport within cities and between provinces, as well as rail traffic.

COVID-19: Oman confirms 811 new cases, tally at 9,820

Newly diagnosed cases include 315 Omanis, 496 foreigners

Locust attack: A joint fight by India and Pakistan, over the years

Despite the ups and downs in the India-Pakistan bilateral relationship, cooperation on the locust warning system has survived the wars, terrorist attacks, and political turmoil.

JobKeeper could be extended, says Peter Dutton

Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton has confirmed the government is willing to be flexible with the end date for JobKeeper wage subsidies.

Headteacher tells GMB teaching staff are 'scared' but she hasn't had to 'persuade' anyone to return to school because they want to get on with their jobs

Appearing on Good Morning Britain, Worcester primary school head teacher Bryony Baynes discussed the decision to start a phased return of pupils across England from Monday.

From BJP to Gujjars to Sikhs, why has 'Paatal Lok' angered so many?

Indian Army officer to be honoured with UN Gender Advocate Award

An Indian Army officer Major Suman Gawani is being awarded the prestigious United Nations Military Gender Advocate award later

UN awards Indian Army officer, Major Suman Gawani with 'UN Military Gender Advocate Award'

Covid-19 cases in India and fallacy of the floating numerator

When several countries are being compared during a pandemic, merely citing absolute numbers without any reference to the differences in their population sizes is erroneous and misleading.

Back to old normal?

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo keeps talking about living in the new normal, but without sufficient preparation, people will only return to the old normal — to their crowded and unhealthy, and likely more risk-filled, lives. Like in any other critical time in the country, he has ordered the deployment of police and military personnel to ensure discipline in provinces with the highest cases and deaths. This sounds quite like the old times.

Days after it pulled up Gujarat govt over Covid situation, HC bench changed

The change in the judges’ roster comes abruptly on the last working day of the week when it is due to hear the public interest litigation (PIL) on all issues pertaining to Covid-19. The PIL was being heard by a division bench headed by Justice Pardiwala, along with Justice Ilesh Vora, since May 11.

Man will avoid jail if he drinks beer, not spirits

A 57-year-old man who put his wife in fear during a drunken incident will avoid a prison sentence — if he restricts his drinking to beer and stays clear of spirits.

Quarantine thorny issue in God’s own country

Quarantine has snowballed into the hottest political issue in Kerala, with the opposition parties forcing the Pinarayi Vijayan government into a corner over the state government’s decision to make the evacuees pay for their care in isolation.

Columbus protest over George Floyd's death turns violent

A crowd of protesters in downtown Columbus clashed with local police during a demonstration over the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody.

EXPLAINER: Understanding the ‘waves’ of coronavirus infections

Will the Philippines experience a second wave? It will depend on a number of factors, including healthcare capacities and behavior under community quarantine.

California Senate Rejects Governor Newsom’s Call for Cuts

The California State Senate rejected Governor Gavin Newsom’s proposed budget cuts to sectors like education and healthcare Thursday, instead seeking to draw down more reserves, raise taxes on certain industries and borrow against the future to make up an estimated $54 billion shortfall.

Coronavirus case total reaches 1,064

Latvia recorded three more cases of COVID-19 on May 29, increasing the total number of cases from 1,061 on Thursday to 1,064 on Friday.

Police officer who kneeled on George Floyd's neck allegedly 'tried to kill' black man in 2008

Ira Latrell Toles claims Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin tried to kill him during a domestic abuse call in 2008, shooting him twice at close range

Biker seriously injured in Hinstock accident

A biker was taken to hospital with serious injuries after an accident.

Tightening controls ‘inevitable’ if virus resurges: KCDC chief

South Korea on Friday confirmed 58 additional patients with COVID-19, 55 of them in the Seoul area. The other three were arriving passengers from overseas. Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Director Jung Eun-kyeong said the danger of contagion in the greater Seoul area was “extremely worrying,” as 88 percent of all cases in the last week have been traced to Seoul and adjacent citie...

Odisha supercyclone and Amphan: Nights of the storm

Cyclone Amphan revives dark memories of a violent cyclone that battered Odisha a little more than 20 years ago

Protesters Are Defending Themselves After Being Criticised For Rioting Over George Floyd’s Death

Americans across the country are protesting after the death of George Floyd, and are pushing back against criticism of the rioting.

Anger in China at law ordering 'cooling-off' period before divorce

Chinese couples seeking a divorce must first complete a month-long ‘cooling-off’ period according to a new law passed on Thursday

Six deadly lockdown sins

The lockdowns across the world will likely kill more people than they saved.

Troops neutralise terrorists, rescue 241 in Borno

The Nigerian Army troops of Operation Lafiya Dole (OPLD) have neutralised several terrorists in clearance operations across the theatres of operation in Borno, the Defence Headquarters says.

'Kill me, jail me but I’ll never 'eat' my words' – Mornah tells CID

The Chairman of the People’s National Convention (PNC), Mr. Bernard Mornah says he is ever ready to ‘die’ for the truth if that is what the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service wants.

CID kowtowing to govt whims to 'intimidate' our anti-register stance - IPRAN

The Inter-Party Resistance Against New Voters Register (IPRAN) has said the invitation by the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service to the Chairman of the People’s National Convention (PNC), Mr Bernard Mornah, will not soften its “poignant stance” on the “ill-advised and needless decision to compile a new register of voters.”

Court issues non-bailable arrest warrants for Nawaz Sharif

Hearin­g has been adjour­ned till June 11

Govt lifts curbs on exports of paracetamol APIs with immediate effect

"The notification is further amended to remove the restriction on the export of paracetamol APIs, making it export 'free' with immediate effect," the statement read

1948 Palestinians have a new political role in Israel

Arab Joint List has been praised for attracting both Arab and thousands of Jewish voters

Explained: Why protests many in Germany are protesting against Thailand king’s sojourn in Alps

Many critics have denounced King Maha Vajiralongkorn for failing to show leadership and responsibility at a time when not only the country’s public health but also its economy has been hit hard.

Trump has officially declared war on Twitter and Facebook. Here's the latest on the executive order targeting social media and the reaction at internet companies.

Trump's executive order represents a direct challenge to social media companies like Twitter and Facebook, but legal experts say it faces steep hurdles.

Minnesota coronavirus deaths hit new single-day mark at 35, officials say

Minnesota recorded the state's highest single-day total of coronavirus deaths Thursday, with 35 people succumbing to the virus, state Department of Health officials said Thursday.

Man accused of cheating firm of $900,000 in Covid-19-related scam

A man suspected of defrauding an overseas distribution firm of more than US$646,000 (S$917,000) was charged yesterday with one count of cheating, in one of the biggest scams related to the Covid-19 outbreak here. On April 30, Singaporean Chee Jian Rong allegedly duped Mr...

Of Course There Are Protests. The State Is Failing Black People.

The collapse of politics and governance leaves no other option.

Now a puzzling boom heard in Tamil Nadu

Days after Bengaluru heard a. mysterious boom which later turned out to be sonic reverberations of an IAF aircraft, people here on Thursday encountered a similar experience.

HRD Minister asks universities to form special cells to address academic issues of students due to COVID-19

Union Human Resource Development Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' on Thursday interacted with heads of more than 45,000 Higher Educational Institutions (HEI) across the country through a webinar hosted by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), Bengaluru.

'I can't breathe': White House locked down as crowd protests death of George Floyd

The White House was on lockdown Friday night as hundreds of demonstrators gathered in adjacent Lafayette Park chanting,

Man who bound, murdered Vancouver Island teen still a risk to public: parole board

Kimberly Proctor’s killer is still ‘mismanaging emotions,’ has had ‘temper tantrums’

Ken Talbot's widow seeks $45m in damages over will

Amanda Talbot, widow of the late Queensland mining magnate, is suing lawyers over the handling of his estate, claiming it has cost her "hundreds of millions of dollars".

Mum died 'after being given too much paracetamol by accident'

Police have launched a criminal investigation into the death of Laura Higginson, 30, who died at Whiston Hospital.

15 bikers arrested over illegal race along Marina South Drive

The police have arrested 15 motorcyclists over their alleged involvement in dangerous riding and illegal racing. On Monday, the police were alerted to an illegal race believed to have taken place along Marina South Drive around 1.25am the previous day. The 15 men,...

The new normal: How safe are beaches?

Spending time outdoors is a low-risk activity in the era of the coronavirus. It has many benefits - as long as you keep your distance.

Special scheme to help rural industrial units in Tamil Nadu launched

The scheme, which is part of the State Rural Transformation Project, would cover about 1.39 lakh beneficiaries of whom 31,952 would get a long-term loan of Rs 159.76 crore.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister sanctions funds for protection of bug-hit tapioca, launches development projects

Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami, in a statement issued on Friday, said he had sanctioned a sum of ₹54.46 lakh to protect tapioca crops

80 sheep dead after dog attack

More than 100 sheep have been brutally mauled in an overnight dog attack in rural Hastings. Hastings District Council regulatory solutions manager...

80 sheep killed by dogs in Hastings

A further 25 dogs were injured.

IRCTC train ticket booking: Reservation period extended, tatkal brought back

The tatkal ticket booking facility will also be applicable for 200 special mail express trains that will commence from June 1.Indian Railways partially resumed services with 30 special AC trains on May 12

Mumbai: Former Congress corporator Brian Miranda booked for misbehaving with a woman sub-inspector

ACLU Exploits Pandemic to Promote Abortion

The ACLU filed a lawsuit challenging an FDA rule that requires women to have an in-person clinic visit to obtain drugs to induce an abortion.

Buhari Extends Acting President Of Appeal Court’s Appointment

This was contained in a statement by Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, in Abuja on Friday.

Parents settle lawsuit over disabled son's forced baptism

The parents of a disabled Ohio teen have settled a lawsuit against a church and others over what they said was the boy's forced baptism at a picnic in 2016, the parents' attorneys said.

Former PLA official says China can't invade Taiwan

Official claims CCP's internal struggles hinder China's ability to take Taiwan by force

Toshakhana reference: Arrest warrants issued against former prime minister Nawaz Sharif

Warrants were issued by the accountability court hearing a reference filed against former PMs Gilani, Nawaz and ex-president Zardari

Arkansas Boy, 9, Dies In A Suspected Dog Attack, Sheriff’s Office Investigating

A 9-year-old boy from Faulkner County, Arkansas, has died from a suspected dog attack on Thursday morning, according to a press release issued by the Faulkner County Sheriff’s office. The ...

Congress attack over Covid-19 a ‘drama’: BJP

BJP leaders in Chhattisgarh on Thursday termed the ‘Speak up India’ campaign of the Congress a ‘drama’, saying the party was not directly linked to the fight against coronavirus in the country. Leader of Opposition in the state assembly Dharamlal Kaushik said: “After going through all

Employers slam Victorian Premier's office lockdown

Daniel Andrews has banned workers from returning to offices until at least July.

IRCTC upgrades system for refunds into bank accounts

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has upgraded its system to facilitate credit of ticket refunds into bank accounts of passengers who had booked through authorised agents before the lockdown.

NZ has done 'incredibly well' in Covid fight - Robertson

Kiwis have been encouraged to enjoy a "normal" holiday weekend after seven straight days of no new Covid cases - and there is now just one active...

Chhattisgarh: 69 bureaucrats including 23 collectors transferred; BJP says Congress resorting to ‘transfer business’

Chhattisgarh BJP has claimed that the state under the Congress government is a corrupt anarchy now and resorting to transfer business.

South China Sea: China Builds 'World's Largest' Search and Rescue Ship

China says it has neared completion in building a 450-foot-long search and rescue (SAR) ship, the "largest" in the world.

New Zealand says no new Covid-19 cases for a week

New Zealan­ders allowe­d to resume weeken­d holida­ys, outdoo­r activi­ties

OAP, 91, who ran over and killed man at cashpoint spared jail after heartfelt plea from victim’s family

OAP Howell Hughes accidentally hit the accelerator instead of the brake, pinning university lecturer Brian Griffiths against a petrol station forecourt on September 30 last year.

Nigerian among cyber cons arrested for duping bizman

Three men duped him ofRs 15.81 lakh via an email purportedly sent by a supplier

Wildlife managers use pup fostering to boost wolf genetics

A record number of captive-born wolf pups has been placed into the wild as part of an effort by federal and state wildlife managers to boost the genetic diversity among Mexican gray wolves in the Sout

Wildlife managers use pup fostering to boost wolf genetics

A record number of captive-born wolf pups has been placed into the wild as part of an effort by federal and state wildlife managers to boost the genetic diversity among Mexican gray wolves in the Southwestern ...

Phase 2 before end-June if Singaporeans act responsibly: Wong

Social gatherings, restaurant dining and retail therapy at the malls may become a reality again in less than a month, if Singaporeans play their part by being vigilant and staying socially responsible. At a press conference yesterday, the multi-ministry task force said...

Ruling on plea of sugar mill owned by Sharifs reserved

The plea pertains to the SECP's non registration of the mill's shares.

Doctor Says He Was Fired for Complaining About Hospital’s Covid Response

An emergency room physician who says he was fired for complaining about inadequate Covid-19 safety procedures at a Washington state hospital has sued for wrongful termination.

Surat textile industry seeks govt help to stop migrant exodus

At least 60 per cent of the workforce is estimated to have left Surat since the Shramik Special trains started. According to Surat railway officials, over 6.80 lakh labourers have left Surat in 431 trains.

11 new Covid-19 cases surface in State

At least 11 new cases of COVID-19 infection surfaced in Jharkhand on Thursday, health officials said. The findings took the total number of COVID-19 cases in State to 469, as per a bulletin shared by the National Health Mission (NHM) by the time this report was filed. Out of the 11 patients, at

University Final exams: Uddhav Thackeray to speak to Vice-Chancellors on May 30

The development comes amid reports that the Education Minister and Vice-Chancellors are at loggerheads over conducting examinations.

Ajit Jogi, first chief minister of Chhattisgarh, dies at 74 in Raipur

He was admitted at Raipur hospital on May 9 after suffering a cardiac arrest at his home

Garda to scale down Covid-19 enforcement for June bank holiday

Focus of force to switch from roads to parks, beaches and beauty spots

Jan van Zanen tapped to be mayor in The Hague

Jan van Zanen, currently mayor in Utrecht, was nominated to be the new mayor of The Hague. Chris van der Helm, chairman of the confidential committee that led the search for the mayor, called the

US anti-vaxxers aim to spread fear over future coronavirus vaccine

Anti-vaxxers’ influence and power could affect Americans’ willingness to take a Covid-19 vaccine, experts warn

Linwoood mosque prepares to welcome back worshippers

From noon today, gatherings of up to 100 people will be allowed as Covid-19 rules are relaxed a little further. It comes just in time for Muslims...

Sex Workers Get Back To Business In Switzerland But Told To Social Distance

As Switzerland relaxes its lockdown measures, prostitution can resume from 6 June. Other sports, including boxing and ballroom dancing, however, remain forbidden.

Liberal media takes ghoulish delight linking Trump to COVID-19 deaths

Is it me or do the media seem almost giddy, in a macabre way, that America has passed the 100,000 mark in deaths attributed to the coronavirus?

South Africa has virus testing backlog of nearly 100,000

South Africa says it has a backlog of nearly 100,000 unprocessed tests for the coronavirus, a striking example of the painful shortage of testing kits and reagents across Africa as cases steadily rise

Abacha Stole Close To $1bn As Head Of State, Says President Buhari

Buhari served under the late Abacha as head of Petroleum Trust Fund.

Children’s Day: Centre demands policy support for development of Nigerian child

To commemorate this year’s Children’s Day, Mothers and Marginalised Advocacy Centre, MAMA Centre, has called for sustained proactive policy environment for the adequate social, cognitive, and physical development of Nigerian children.

Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Initial unemployment claims decline for third week in a row

The numbers of Oklahomans who filed initial claims for unemployment insurance compensation last week fell slightly, compared to the week before. Numbers released Thursday by the U.S. Department of Labor and the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission reported 32,127 Oklahomans filed new claims on the system during the week ending May 23, compared to an adjusted count of 33,340 who filed new claims the week ending May 16. It shows initial claims counts have fallen in Oklahoma for each of the past three reporting periods. Data provided Thursday by the state agency shows more than 484,000 initial claims for compensation have been filed with the agency since the week that ended Feb. 29.

Is There A Travel Ban To Brazil?

Most of Latin America is enacting stiff travel bans to keep foreign visitors away and contain the coronavirus spread. Is there a travel ban to Brazil?

‘We want to come home’ – Stranded Ghanaians in Libya beg Akufo-Addo

Some Ghanaians who are stranded in Libya have appealed to the government of Ghana to facilitate their return home.

Valley records one more COVID-19 death

SRINAGAR, May 28: Jammu and Kashmir recorded 27th COVID-19 death as 65-years-old man from Khanpora area in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district became the fresh victim of deadly virus, officials said today.With the death of 65 years old COVID positive patient from Baramulla, the toll climbed to 27 in Jammu and Kashmir including 24 from the valley and 03 from Jammu province.Srinagar district has recorded highest number of fatalities at 07 followed by Baramulla (05), Anantnag and Kulgam (4 each); Budgam and Jammu (02 each), Bandipora and Udhampur recorded (01 death each).Officials said the deceased was initially admitted at Government Medical College (GMC) hospital Baramulla and was referred to Sri Maharaja Hari Singh (SMHS) hospital here on 27th of this month with fever and respiratory problem.They further said the sample of the 65-years-old patient, now deceased, was taken for testing which turned out to be positive.Dr Saleem Khan, Nodal Officer for COVID-19 at GMC Srinagar while confirming the death of Baramulla…

Additional 10 passenger trains to operate from June 1: Sheikh Rashid

Railways minister said that 40 out of 142 passenger trains will be operating from June

IND-SAT 2020 postponed due to coronavirus pandemic; exam likely to be held in July, says HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal

The Indian Scholastic Assessment or IND-SAT has been postponed to July. The exam was earlier scheduled to be held on 30 May

Cheap politics can't help Centre wash its hand

Dear Editor, Misleading of Centre has rattled the stranded people. The sudden countywide lockdown, which was imposed by Prime Minister Modi on March 24, without proper preparation, has brought about many difficulties, and pushed migrants into sever events, in which they are victims. Eventually, Centre allowed stranded people to return homes after a month and a half since the lockdown was imposed in India, but some political leaders took it as a golden opportunity to play political games with certain states led by opposition parties. Before some days the Centre has played its political games with West Bengal government over the issue of Shramik Special trains for migrants. Now the Maharashtra government is being aimed by it over the same issue. The railway ministry has provided the Maharashtra government a long list of trains for departure on a single day, without consulting with both departure and arrival states' authorities. While it was reasonably impossible within a day. It seems the Centre wants to portray…

Ethiopia recommences repatriating citizens from Middle East

Using social media, Ethiopians in the Middle East have been urging their government to rescue them indicating that the outbreak of COVID-19 has made their lives which was in bad condition even worse. In response to the call the national ministerial committee against the spread of COVID-19 in Ethiopia today said it has finalized preparations to resume its repatriation operation, which was suspended after the outbreak of the global pandemic. Coordinator of the National ministerial committee against COVID-19 and Minister of Peace Muferiat Kamil told the state broadcaster ETV that Ethiopia has started repatriating its citizens from Lebanon today May 28, 2020. “…From Beirut a total of 669 people are expected to return home. Today 336 people will arrive. On Saturday the remaining will come,” she said.

Some sectors of Australian economy will need additional support - PM Morrison

Some sectors of Australian economy will need additional support - PM Morrison

Experts warned Cameron's government the Lansley reforms would hobble Britain's epidemic response

Documents from 2010-12 show that senior public health figures believed NHS reforms would leave Britain vulnerable in a pandemic.

Trump Extends National Guard Orders, Qualifying Troops for Benefits

Trump announced he is extending National Guard troops' deployments until mid-August, which will allow them to qualify for federal benefits.

Report: Channel Migrants 'Threaten to Throw Their Children Into Water'

Illegal migrants crossing the Channel in small boats threaten to drown themselves or their children in order to keep the French ships back.

Minneapolis Mayor to Rioters: Practice Social Distancing, Wear Masks

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey requested that protesters practice social distancing and wear masks to reduce coronavirus transmission.

Farmhand accused of animal cruelty unfairly dismissed: ERA

A farmhand in central New Zealand accused of scaring cows and allowing puppies to die has won a case of wrongful dismissal against his employer....

Farm wages doubled in many agricultural districts as migrants labourers returned home

Farmers are trying to lure migrants back by offering them rail tickets and other incentives. Many farmers in Punjab, Haryana, West Bengal, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh are trying to mobilise local labourers to prepare nursery beds and sow paddy, which is a very labour-intensive task.

Hamzah: Dr Mahathir told me to find a way for Bersatu to leave Pakatan, erode confidence in DAP

PETALING JAYA, May 29 — Bersatu secretary-general Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin claimed today that Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad instructed him to strengthen the party by finding ways to leave Pakatan Harapan (PH) and erode the people’s confidence in DAP, among other measures. The former Umno man was...

Christian Cooper 'Uncomfortable' That White Woman Who Called the Cops on Him Lost Her Job

Central Park birdwatcher appeared on "The View" Thursday to discuss the response to his now-viral video

Adesina: Nigeria would have been history without Buhari

The Special Adviser to President Muhammadu Buhari on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, has stated the nation would have long been forgotten...

116 Policemen found Corona positive in 24 hours, 25 Died so far -

Corona virus cases are increasing continuously in the country and Maharashtra is the most affected state by Corona in the

CM KCR heaps praise on KLIS project oustees 

CM Chandrashekhar Rao had special words of praise for the displaced persons who sacrificed their lands for the KLIS project.

Experts Think Pubs Could Open Soon – But Not As We Know Them

Before the nationwide coronavirus lockdown went into effect in the UK, pubs were among the first venues to be closed. Now the government has offered a suggestion of when certain parts of the hospitality industry might be able to get back to…

Odisha unveils Rs 17,000 crore plan to support people's livelihood hit by economic crisis

The decision was taken at a Council of Ministers meeting presided over by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, a senior official said.

Emily Maitlis' REAL political colours: Newsnight presenter's Left-leaning views are exposed in tweets and retweets to her 360,000 followers

Miss Maitlis caused a stir on Tuesday with her comments on Dominic Cummings' trip to Durham during lockdown.

Iran prepares for major confrontation by heavily arming IRGC in Persian Gulf: video

BEIRUT, LEBANON (9:00 A.M.) – The commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), General Hussein Salami, announced that the IRGC’s naval forces have received 112 new warships. Salami said during the handover ceremony of 112 new warships in Bandar Abbas that this step is part of the birth of a new naval force in the Gulf called ‘Iran’. The commander of the Revolutionary Guards said in a speech: “These boats will increase the offensive power of the Iranian navy in the Gulf waters.” He explained that the strengthening of military force is part of the road map, which is being pursued by the Revolutionary Guards, adding that “Iran is seeking to break the will of the enemy by continuing to produce militarily and aggressively.” This move by the Iranian authorities comes at a time when tensions between the U.S. and Islamic Republic are at a decade-long-high.

Three men including groom issued compounds over Serdang temple wedding during CMCO

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — A bridegroom was among three men slapped with RM1,000 compound each for flouting the Conditional movement control order (CMCO) for organising a wedding ceremony in Serdang, Seri Kembangan last Sunday. Serdang district police chief ACP Ismadi Borhan in a statement...

Lockdown Brings Tears of Joy to Indian Woman Who Reunites with Husband After 20 Years - Video

New Delhi (Sputnik): The lockdown in India imposed to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 has brought untold misery to hundreds of thousands of poor daily wage earners....

EDITORIAL: Emerging virus numbers identify the truly vulnerable

Forty-two percent of all COVID-19 deaths are taking place in facilities that house 0.62 percent of the U.S. population.

Mapisa-Nqakula: Investigations into Collins Khosa’s death still ongoing

This was despite an inquiry by the SANDF clearing the four members implicated in his death.

One year of ‘O to Ge’ in Kwara

BY RAHEEM ADEDOYIN Gov. AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq is easy going but he is a complicated leader. He is unfazed by hate-driven criticism; he is unmoved by  sychophancy. When you praise him,

Another returning resident tests positive for coronavirus in Leyte

An OFW from Hilongos town in Leyte province tests positive for the virus. The patient is the latest of 3 returning residents confirmed with the virus in the Eastern Visayas

EU Commission aspires for treaty change on health

The European Commission has proposed a €9.4bn stand-alone programme dedicated to health known as EU4Health. The proposal is touted as a first step towards a possible Treaty change when it comes to health.

Trailer Accident on Thika Superhighway Causes Heavy Traffic [VIDEO]

Motorists using the Thika Superhighway were left stranded after a trailer hit the rail guards and...

2 dead in house fire, cause under investigation

Authorities in western Pennsylvania on Friday were trying to determine what sparked an early-morning house fire that claimed the lives of a man and a woman.

Hungary commemorates victims of 2019 Danube boat catastrophe

Commemorations began Friday in Hungary for the first anniversary of an accident on the Danube River in which over two dozen South Korean tourists died after their tour boat collided with a river cruis

Here are the new NFL rules for 2020, as approved by team owners

There will be no onside kick alternative for 2020, but these new rules did pass.

Still no black boxes

Transport Minister Marc Garneau says efforts are still underway to get Iran to release the flight recorders from its Jan. 8 shootdown of a Ukrainian passenger plane.

Tajik Journalist Attacked, Beaten For Second Time In Less Than A Month

A journalist of Tajikistan's independent Asia Plus new agency has been attacked for the second time in less than a month as he covered the aftermath of a recent landslide that killed two men.

Schools reopening - is your child affected and everything you need to know

Schools, nurseries and colleges closed almost 10 weeks ago in a bid to stop the rapid spread of coronavirus - but from Monday, thousands of children in England may once again be walking through the school gates

Master of cargo ship charged over Australia container spill

The ship master of a Singapore-registered vessel that spilled some of its cargo off the Australian east coast has been charged with damage of the marine environment and pollution.

As Covid figures grow rapidly in TN, CM calls for Collectors’ meet

With Tamilnadu witnessing 800 plus Covid-19 cases for the second consecutive day, Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami will today chair a video-conference with District Collectors. Continue Reading →

US President Issues Executive Order Aimed At Twitter, Facebook

US President Donald Trump has signed another executive order, this time aimed at social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter. Unsurprisingly, Trump’s

Coronavirus: Transformed Headley Court Battles 'New Upsurge' In Aftercare Demand

The former defence rehabilitation facility re-opened as the NHS Seacole Centre in response to COVID-19.

Ninth Circuit Shuts Down Government Request to Revive Keystone XL Pipeline Permit Program

The Ninth Circuit on Thursday denied a request from the Trump administration to revive a permit program for oil and gas pipelines, serving yet another blow to the feds in a legal battle that originated with the long-disputed Keystone XL oil pipeline.

China's global influence to rise post-pandemic: European scholars

German expert warns US withdrawal from WHO will hand over more power to China

Gujarat: Body of man found hanging exhumed after family raised doubts

The family immediately informed the police and demanded that the body be exhumed and the death be investigated. “The body had been sent for postmortem. Prima facie, it is a case of suicide. There are no signs of murder.

AP BJP president’s daughter could have died of heart attack: Police

Hyderabad: The Raidurgam police suspect N Suharika, the daughter-in-law of Andhra Pradesh BJP state president K Lakshminarayana died of a possible heart attack.

Twitter says CEO Jack Dorsey informed in advance of decision to tag Donald Trump tweet

"The decision was made jointly by teams within Twitter, and our CEO Jack Dorsey was informed of the plan before the Tweet was labelled," the spokeswoman said in an email.

Wanted Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh terrorist Abdul Karim nabbed by Kolkata Police STF

Also known as Boro Karim, he is next only to Salauddin Salehin in Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh’s terror network in India.

Change to wage subsidy scheme to include those returning from maternity leave

The change will also accommodate those returning from a period of paternity or adoptive leave.

COVID-19 shock on Nigeria, multiple ― Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday said that the shocks of the ravaging COVID-19 pandemic on Nigeria especially on its economy.

PDI-P politician receives 'light' sentence in KPU bribery case as key suspect remains free

Also on Thursday, KPK prosecutors indicted KPU commissioner Wahyu Setiawan for accepting bribes from PDI-P politician Harun Masiku and West Papua Governor Dominggus Mandacan in two separate cases.

Anti-abortion protesters 'upsetting clients' as they return to picket Perth clinic

Marie Stopes' spokeswoman for the safe access zones campaign, Jacquie O’Brien, said picketers had no understanding of the harm they caused.

Esteban Loaiza Blew Through $44M Before Being Caught With 44 Pounds of Cocaine

(Photo by Lisa Blumenfeld/Getty Images) Esteban Loaiza had everything and just threw it all away. It’s a wild tale of…

Let’s tell this story properly - The Nation Nigeria

Today is the anniversary of many a governor and President Muhammadu Buhari. It marks the fifth anniversary of the president and marks either the first...

New Voters Register: Just boycott 2020 general elections – NDC told

In 1992, the NPP and other opposition parties due to suspicions of electoral manipulations and cheating boycotted the parliamentary elections. The paper, ‘stolen verdict’ was written to make a case.

Covid-19: Two-week quarantine period for arrivals into State could be lifted for some

Leo Varadkar indicates easing self-isolation rules for travel from UK could be problematic

Industry cries foul over Mahavitaran's new billing system

An industrial unit from Sangli whose consumption was 7595 units in March under new system received a bill for 37,650 units and got five times bill.

73-year-old man found dead in shed at home in Ehime Pref

Police are investigating the death of a 73-year-old man whose body was found in a shed at his residence in Imabari, Ehime Prefecture. According to police, the body of Matsumi Yoshii was found by his son just before 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sankei Shimbun reported. He was lying on the…

In-Depth: Is Herd Immunity our best bet in the fight against coronavirus?

With many countries easing lockdown restrictions, the debate on Herd Immunity has gained traction. What is Herd Immunity and is it achievable, here is all you need to know:

High Court hearing after pub's Guinness delivery service was shut down by PSNI

A High Court hearing is due to take place in Belfast today in relation to the PSNI's move to shut down a Guinness delivery van in the city last month.

DOH: Metro accounts for 61 percent

Hours after the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Dieseases (IATF) recommended easing community quarantine protocols in Metro Manila, the Department of Health said Thursday the country posted 539 new cases, the country’s highest single-day tally.

Murder of RJD leader’s family: Police stall march to Gopalgunj

J.P. Yadav was injured and his parents and younger brother were killed when bike-borne men fired indiscriminately on the leader at his house on May 24

Lagos BRT increases fares by 50%

Samson Folarin Due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Primero Transport Services Limited, operators of the Bus Rapid Transport, have said fares will increase by about 50 per cent. The compan...

Coronavirus: Presidency releases 10 measures Buhari has put in place to tackle Covid-19

In celebration of the fifth anniversary of the Buhari-led govt, the presidency has outlined some measures put in place by the president to tackle Covid-19.

Twitter hides Trump and White House tweets over 'glorification of violence'

Twitter has hidden one of two recent tweets from US President Donald Trump, saying it “violated the Twitter rules about glorifying violence.”

Probe opens into B’desh hospital fire

Dhaka : The Bangladesh Fire Service has formed a four-member panel to investigate a fire that burned down the isolation unit and killed five patients, including three COVID-19 positive, at the United Hospital in Dhaka, it was reported on Thursday.The

Turkey to partially lift COVID-19 restrictions on June 1

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced that a series of restrictions, which were previously imposed to curb the COVID-19 pandemic

Two men die after late night ‘incident’ at Inverness flats as forensic cops scour scene

TWO MEN have died after an alleged incident at a block of flats in Inverness. Emergency services raced to the scene in the Hilton area of the city after the alarm was raised around 11pm last night.…

Veterans help UK children keep calm, cope with virus stress

Hula hoops, camouflage mats and tires aren't typical supplies needed during the coronavirus pandemic. But they’re useful props as British army veteran Mike Hamilton prepares to lead children in a mili

Greek Mayor Says Town Will Not Accept Any More Migrant Transfers From Aegean Islands

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The mayor of the northern Greek town of Grevena has said that he will no longer accept any more transfers of migrants and asylum seekers from camps...

UP: Migrant labourer escapes from quarantine centre, commits suicide

Jagdish Prasad who had gone to Surat about six months ago had returned on May 20 and was put under quarantine in the village.

Panjab University exams from July amid strict rules, varsity suggests downloading Aarogya Setu app

The exam will be of two-hour duration instead of three and will be conducted amid social distancing norms. During the exam, the material including answer script, question paper etc will be handed over only by wearing gloves.

Did Russia get Nato's cosmic-level secrets?

It took Belgium years to decide if a top colonel was spying for Russia - potentially exposing Nato to "grave damage".

Why Twitter labeled Trump’s tweets as misleading and Facebook didn’t

Twitter took a novel approach to challenging the president, but Facebook chose not to follow

COVID-19: ICPC commences investigation into distribution of funds, palliatives

The anti-graft agency, ICPC, says it has commenced investigations into alleged cases of corruption in the management of COVID-19 funds and palliatives.

Home quarantine is the way forward, will require people to act responsibly: Karnataka Health Minister

"The testing protocol has to change to suit the dynamic situation. We have now decided to allow asymptomatic people who have completed a week in institutional quarantine to go for home quarantine without taking a Covid test. They do not have to take Covid testeven after 14 days if they show no symptoms," K Sudhakar said.

Trump dumps Executive Order on Twitter, Facebook, Google, and the Internet

The president of the United States did a thing with a pen that is probably against the law. Tune in tomorrow to see how much worse things can get!

There is no specific crime of catfishing. But is it illegal?

Twenty-year-old Sydney woman Renae Marsden died by suicide after she was the victim of an elaborate catfishing scam.

Bobrisky arrested by Police from Abuja over N30m business deal (Details)

Details have emerged as to why controversial Nigerian cross-dresser Idris Okuneye popularly known as Bobrisky, was arrested yesterday. As we earlier reported, Bobrisky was picked up by officers of the Nigerian police and is presently being

Testing times: NHS Tayside scrambles to find contact tracers

NHS Tayside chiefs have been forced into a last minute scramble to redeploy staff to ensure they can roll out the Scottish Government’s test and protect strategy.

Magoha team wants exams in February next year

The committee recommends that the 1.8 million KCPE and KCSE candidates be given priority to report to schools in September this year.

KCSE & KCPE Exams to be Held February 2021 - Magoha Taskforce Proposes

They suggested that examinations to be taken in February 2021 and schools to be re-opened on...

Ladakh: A new security concern

Kashmir has not stabilised till date. The fragility of the situation is well documented in the national and international media. Kashmir

West Bengal reports 7 more COVID-19 fatalities, death toll crosses 300

West Bengal reported seven more COVID-19 fatalities on Friday, pushing the death toll due to the disease in the state beyond the 300-mark.

One more test positive for COVID-19 in Meghalaya

A person who recently returned to Meghalaya from Haryana has tested positive for COVID-19, raising the number of active cases in the state to eight, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said. All information about the patient, including his age and gender, have been withheld to protect privacy, a health

Early warnings of shooter

A newly released document reveals that in May 2011, police were told the Nova Scotia man who would later kill 22 people in a shooting rampage wanted to "kill a cop" and was feeling mentally unstable.

EFF, Public Protector lose ConCourt bid to appeal interdict against Gordhan remedial action

The Constitutional Court has dismissed an application which the EFF and Public Protector lodged in a case involving Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan.

Covid-19 lockdown providing ideal environment for abusers as Women's Aid reports jump in calls during pandemic

Experts say Covid-19 restrictions are providing the ideal environment for abusers to exert their power and that partners are using the lockdown as a “weapon” against wives and girlfriends

Govt issues advisory to deal with locust attack

In order to deal with possible locust attack, the Delhi Government has issued advisory asking authorities to spray insecticides and pesticides on crops, vegetation, gardens and orchards. Cabinet Minister Gopal Rai on Thursday said that in view of the increasing threat of locusts in north India,

Lagos Youth Demand Compensation For Family Of Teenager Killed By Police

It was gathered that the policemen, who were trying to enforce curfew at the end of the Third Mainland Bridge, shot at the driver of a commercial bus.

With migrants returning, state records highest single-day jump in positive cases — 344

On Wednesday, the total number of positive cases was 4,192, while it rose to 4,536 on Thursday.

Concerned over the Increasing Case, State wants Lockdown-5, Sealed Delhi Border -

Increase in the number of new corona patients in Haryana since the last few days has worried the state government

Lagos state govt approves COVID-19 cash transfer for residents

In a matter of weeks, the payment of the beneficiaries cleared in the first phase of the programme in the Lagos state’s social register would commence promptly.

Hawaii senators support effort for ‘travel bubble’ agreement with Japan | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

An effort to reopen Hawaii’s tourism economy by forming a pilot “travel-safely bubble” with Japan got a preliminary blessing from state lawmakers today.

India weeds out 27 highly toxic pesticides

Decades of lobbying by rights activists and environmentalists to ban hazardous pesticides in India that are prohibited elsewhere in the world appear to be making progress following a 14 May government ...

20 more positive cases of COVID-19 reported in Ladakh

Twenty more positive cases of COVID-19 were reported in Ladakh on Friday, taking the total number of positive cases in the union territory to seventy

Seven People Shot in Louisville in Protests Over March Murder of Woman by Police - Reports

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Seven people were injured in the US city of Louisville in violent protests against the death of a young African American woman called Breonna Taylor...

HC reconstitutes bench hearing Covid pleas

Bench of J B Pardiwala and I J Vora that heard suo motu petition and other pleas on Covid-19 pandemic has been restructured. The bench of Chief Justice Vikram N