Decision to open shops in malls soon after taking into account health ministry's guidelines

"The decision to open the remaining shops in the malls, will be taken soon, after taking into account the guidelines of the health ministry," the ministry said in a statement.​

Boris Johnson Gets a Hong Kong Reality Check

Britain can no longer put business first in its dealings with Beijing. China’s new national security law for Hong Kong demands a broader response

Telangana employers leave 200 brick kiln workers on the road

Left to fend for themselves, workers hitch rides on trucks

Schoolgirl allegedly abducted, sexually assaulted

Police are investigating an incident in which an Auckland schoolgirl was allegedly abducted and sexually assaulted, before being released four...

Police say schoolgirl abduction, assault complaint was false

"Police are satisfied that no abduction has occurred."

For Muzaffarpur, child-killer disease a bigger scare even in Covid times

India News: Bihar’s Muzaffarpur district, which hit national headlines last year for the death of over 150 children from Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES), is now

Turkey's AK Party plans measures seen as potential obstacle to new parties

ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan’s AK Party is planning to push through measures with its nationalist allies that affect how political groups may contest elections and could hamper new opposition parties taking part in any snap elections.

Twitter hits back at Trump’s executive order targeting social media sites

Twitter struck back at President Trump’s executive order targeting social media giants on Thursday, saying it threatens the future of online speech and Internet freedoms. “This EO is a

Lawmaker-elect denies allegations over donations for ‘comfort women’

Attingham Park among National Trust properties set to reopen

The National Trust is to begin opening gardens and parkland properties for people who have booked tickets in advance.

‘Horrified’ de Blasio calls for charges in death of George Floyd

Mayor Bill de Blasio Thursday called for charges against the Minneapolis cops involved in the death of George Floyd, saying he was “horrified” by the video. “George Floyd was murdered in

Twins' Max Kepler sorry for Blue Lives Matter mask amid Minneapolis protests

The Minnesota outfielder says he was unaware of the movement's story because police don't wear blue in his native Germany.

UP signs MoUs with industry bodies to create 1.1 million jobs for migrants

The migrant workers will lay the foundation of New UP, says CM Adityanath

Gowdy calls for 'national conversation' after George Floyd death, says riots 'ain't gonna accomplish nothing'

Former prosecutor and congressman Trey Gowdy, a Fox News contributor, reacted to the death of George Floyd following his arrest by Minneapolis police Thursday by contrasting his treatment with that of South Carolina church shooter Dylann Roof. 

Not far from the LAC, satellite picks up Chinese armour, artillery

India-China border: Highly placed sources said a detailed analysis of satellite images has shown extensive deployment of towed artillery and mechanised elements on the Chinese side, bringing Indian deployments within striking distance.

Fear and anger are growing inside United Airlines, where workers are slamming the company over pay cuts after it took billions of dollars in government bailout money (UAL)

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FG can withhold allocations of states flouting legislature, judiciary autonomy – AGF

John Alechenu  and Ade Adesomoju The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr Abubakar Malami (SAN), said on Thursday that the Executive Order 10 newly issued by the Presiden...

Income tax dept revises Form 26AS; now includes real estate, share transaction details

It will also assist the taxpayers to identify and take corrective action, in case any incorrect information/ detail is reported in Form 26AS

Show Evidence Kogi Is Coronavirus-free, NMA Tackles Governor Yahaya Bello

It is expected that the state government should give Nigerians evidence that they have tested hundreds of people and could not find a case of coronavirus.

Thailand to further ease restrictions, shorten curfew hours

BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand will next week shorten curfew hours and ease restrictions on more businesses, the government said on Friday, in response to its low numbers of locally transmitted cases of the coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Pilot flew to Anglesey 'to go to the beach'

Airfield staff thought the pilot made an emergency landing but he came to enjoy the coast, a report says.

Mumbai coronavirus update: 99% ICU beds in hospitals are occupied, says BMC

Mumbai, India's financial hub, recorded over 35,000 coronavirus cases.Out of 645 ICU beds in Mumbai, 99% were occupied, according to the data released by BMC

Women being 'strangled, raped, beaten' as calls to domestic abuse helpline surge

CALLS TO domestic abuse helplines have skyrocketed since Ireland went into lockdown, a disturbing report from charity Women's Aid has revealed. New figures released from the organisation today has shown a 40% increase in women calling the charity to seek help from abusive partners, with the charity receiving over 4,000 calls to its 24-hour helpline since late March. Visits to the Women's Aid website has also increased by a concerning 74% when compared to the same time last year. The report says that women have called the helpline disclosing that they have been trapped, strangled, beaten and raped by abusive partners during the Covid-19 crisis, with no escape or safe space due to the lockdown. Women's Aid CEO Sarah Benson said that the safety of remaining at home has been a reiterated by the Government throughout the crisis-- "however, this crisis has also focused minds on homes that are not safe at all". Advertisement “We have spoken to women who have been attacked with weapons and fists, who are being verbally…

Women report being strangled, raped and beaten as calls to helpline surge during lockdown

There was also a spike in the number of visits to the charity’s website.

Iran warns US: Wherever you are, we are right next to you - Middle East

Amid tensions in the Gulf, Iran's Revolutionary Guards warn the United States against its naval presence in the region.

MSNBC's Ali Velshi says situation not 'generally speaking unruly' while standing outside burning building

An MSNBC journalist attempted to explain that the violence that erupted in Minneapolis on Thursday night was "mostly a protest" despite a building burning right behind him. 

Ghar Wapasi for Shivpal Yadav? Speaker allows Samajwadi Party to withdraw plea seeking his disqualification

Shivpal Yadav, the estranged uncle of Akhilesh Yadav, was elected from the Jaswantnagar assembly constituency in the 2017 State elections.

Face-off along LAC in Ladakh: Chinese build-up will be matched, says NSAB member

Without disclosing exactly when diplomatic talks over the issue began, Narasimhan confirmed that “talks started much before last week”.

Rights group seeks clarity on use of geofencing

HUMAN rights watchdog group Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ) is seeking further clarity on the...

MP Suzanne Webb backs plan to honour key workers

Plans to honour key workers for their efforts in fighting the coronavirus pandemic have been backed by a Black Country MP.

Marauding monkeys attack lab technician and steal Covid-19 tests

A band of marauding monkeys has attacked a laboratory technician and stolen three Covid-19 test samples, raising fears they will infect themselves and then spread the deadly disease to humans. The worker was attacked outside a medical college in Meerut, northern India, while transporting samples from

Coronavirus: Highest one-day deaths push total near 200 in UP

According to the state health bulletin, only four districts has active infection cases in triple digits – Jaunpur highest at 129, almost all are interstate migrants — followed by 118 active cases in Rampur, 115 in Noida and 110 in Basti. Only two districts — Agra with 95 active cases and Meerut with 93 active cases – are in the 90 to 100 bracket.

Delhi HC restrains OLX, Quikr from posting fake Reliance job ads on web portals

Justice Mukta Gupta, in two separate interim orders, said RIL and Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd have made out a prima facie case in their favour and in case no ad-interim injunction is granted they would suffer an irreparable loss and balance of convenience also lies in their favour.

Delhi HC restrains Quikr, Olx from publishing ads related to Reliance, Jio

Defendant's web portal enables consumers to publish advertisements for selling and offering goods and services for a consideration

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GST Council may find it difficult to raise GST rates

It was widely expected that the GST Council could consider raising tax rates and cess on certain non-essential items to boost revenue for states and the Centre.Several states have reportedly taken an over 80-90% hit in GST collections in April

Why BJP’s Himachal chief resigned after corruption was alleged in coronavirus PPE purchases

Rajeev Bindal may have had links to a key character in the graft case being investigated by the state police.

Twitter flags Trump for “glorifying violence” in “looting starts, shooting starts” tweet

Unrest in Minneapolis meets the president’s ongoing war on social media.

COVID-19 workplace complaints surge; unions rip administration

A surge in coronavirus-related workplace complaints is fueling criticism from unions and Democratic lawmakers that the Labor Department is ill-equipped to ensure workers are safe as more businesses

Coronavirus: Delhi to allow use of wood for cremating patients as bodies pile up in morgues

Using wood for the cremation of bodies was not permitted earlier for the fear of increasing the risk of exposure to the coronavirus.

Is Pakistan dumping traditional allies Saudi-UAE for their support to India ?

While Qatar has reportedly supported this trio vis a vis Saudis and UAE as part of its regional strategy in the Gulf, Doha has warmed up to Delhi and PM Narendra Modi spoke with its Emir this week on the occasion of EiD.

Yemen: Humanitarians seeking $2.41bn to keep aid flowing amid pandemic

The aid partners hope a virtual pledging conference next Tuesday will shore up financial support for their operations, which reach 10 million people each month.

Kuwait police arrest 12 workers for breaking curfew

Kuwaiti has imposed a full curfew to curb COVID-19 cases

‘It’s safe to fly’, EU aviation safety boss says

Comments support Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary call for loosening on restrictions

Coronavirus latest: at a glance

A summary of the biggest developments in the global coronavirus outbreak

Texas Turns It Around After a Spike in Coronavirus Cases

Texas has seen a steady decline in the seven-day average of new Chinese coronavirus cases, deaths, hospitalizations, and test positivity.

Social distancing measures revised, gathering numbers increased in WA's next step out of restrictions

In Mid-May, Premier Mark McGowan initially predicted this further easing of restrictions would occur from mid-June.

24 more Filipinos abroad get coronavirus; total at 2,845

The Department of Foreign Affairs records 4 more deaths, raising the coronavirus death toll among Filipinos overseas to 340

North Carolina Still Waiting for RNC Safety Plan

North Carolina's governor said Thursday that his administration has not received the written safety plan for the upcoming Republican National Convention requested by his health secretary in response to President Trump's demands for a full-scale event.

Give 12-hour air time on national TV, 2-hour radio slot for school lessons: Maharashtra Govt to Centre

While the prolonged lockdown has forced schools and tutors to go virtual, concerns have prevailed regarding the loss of school time and the continuity of education for the underprivileged children who do not have access to smartphones and the internet.

Modi Govt 2.0 | Bold steps with a focus on long-term reforms

The Narendra Modi-led government has enacted several vital reforms and taken long-term policy decisions aimed at restructuring the economy

No new car, no bouquets as Raj Bhavan goes on an austerity drive

Practice of offering gifts to VVIPs discontinued; measures aimed at cutting spending by 15%

Governor's austerity measures at Raj Bhavan to aid COVID-19 relief work

Morning top 5: COVID-19 latest; Brexit memo; and Women's Aid calls

The two-week quarantine period for people arriving into Ireland from abroad may be lifted for som...

Fugitive killer’s dad placed on peace bond

The father of fugitive killer Bryer Schmegelsky has been placed on a 12-month peace bond after pleading guilty to sending harassing and threatening emails to a deputy minister in the provincial . . .

CBSE cautions people against fictitious officials

CBSE advised its students, teachers to remain vigilant to save themselves from being cheated.

Ahead of remaining Class 10 and 12 exams, CBSE cautions students against unscrupulous persons impersonating board officials

The Board has advised schools and students to remain alert and report such matter to local police.

Modi 2.0: BJP plans over 500 digital rallies to mark first anniversary

BJP to hold 500 digital rallies: The Modi government will complete one year in the office on May 30. The BJP has decided to hold over 500 digital rallies in the country to mark the first anniversary.

Stephen Mayne: Time for the Murdochs to sell out of News Corp

Rupert Murdoch needs to put up money to support Australian journalism, or be forced to sell the company, Stephen Mayne argues.

Teen decapitated by dad in 'honour killing' after eloping with older man

She ran away with a man 15 years her senior, local media reported.

Congestion on Delhi-Gurgaon Expressway after Haryana seals borders of 4 other districts over Covid-19 spread

Haryana Home Minister Anil Vij Thursday directed that main as well as interior roads connecting Gurgaon, Faridabad, Sonipat and Jhajjar with the national capital be sealed.

Burundi's First Lady Airlifted to Kenya After Contracting Covid-19

The emergency evacuation was conducted despite Kenya's President Uhuru Kenyatta announcing that the borders had...

‘PM has hands on nuclear button, yet can’t be trusted to appoint judges?’

NEW DELHI: Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad, making an observation on the Supreme Court Collegium system, said the Prime Minister has his finger on the nuclear button, "but the Prime Minister assisted by the Law Minister cannot be trusted to ap

SC comes down heavily on govt messing up migrants' issue

NEW DELHI, May 28: Unimpressed by the Centre's solicitor general Tushar Mehta's plea that the government was taking "unprecedented measures to deal with an unprecedented crisis" and already transported 91 lakh migrant labourer back to their native states by trains and buses since May 1, the Supreme Court on Thursday fired searching questions at him, some 50, in a suo moto hearing on the "problems and miseries of migrant labourers stranded in different parts of the country.With past experience of the Court being soft to the government on the issues of coronavirus and lockdowns, Mehta was in for a surprise at the way he was bombarded by the bench comprising Justices Ashok Bhushan, S.K. Kaul and M.R. Shah. The Bench, which had summoned the Centre and the state governments on Tuesday, noting that there were shortcomings and failures on the part of both central and the state governments.Mehta tried to pacify the judges by stating that the government is immensely grateful to SC for taking cognizance of the issue to…

Trump Says Mail-In Voting Will Make US Elections ‘Total Joke’

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The whole world would view mail-in voting in the United States as laughable if such means of voting is allowed, President Donald Trump told...

Journalism or TikTok video? Republic TV's Indo-Pak 'prop war' amid LIVE debate leaves Twitterati in splits

McGrath says Taoiseach 'needs to lead by example' over Phoenix Park photos

An Independent TD has hit out at pictures of Taoiseach Leo Varadkar sun-bathing in the Dublin's P...

Retired teacher died of Covid-19 at Shrewsbury care home, inquest hears

A "well-respected" retired teacher died of Covid-19 in a care home, an inquest has found.

Use of public transport likely to reduce for 6 months post-lockdown: CSE survey

The CSE's perception survey on changing commuting choices post-pandemic included over 400 middle and high-income groups in Delhi and surrounding NCR cities.The first results show public mood is changing.

Use of public transport likely to dip for 6 mnths post lockdown: CSE survey

Within six months after the lockdown, metro ridership will decline from 37% in pre-lockdown period to 16%, the CSE said.

Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Initiative petition on redistricting clears one hurdle, but faces unclear future

The wording of an initiative petition calling for a public vote on the creation of a Citizens' Independent Redistricting Commission is legally adequate, the Oklahoma Supreme Court ruled Wednesday. That doesn't mean Oklahomans will necessarily get to vote on the issue in November. In fact, what happens next is up in the air due to COVID-19. "That is the question of the week," said Andy Moore, who heads the group advocating for State Question 810, which seeks to depoliticize the process of re-drawing Oklahoma's congressional and legislative districts, a process that takes place after every 10-year census.

Markaz case: Police file 12 chargesheets against 541 foreigners

The Delhi Police on Thursday filed 12 chargesheets in a Delhi court against 541 foreign nationals from three countries for attending Markaz at Nizamuddin in national capital by violating visa conditions, indulging in missionary activities illegally and violating Government guidelines, issued in the

Barack Obama’s Graduation Address Blasts Past Rosiest Ratings Predictions With 60 Million Viewers-Five Unexpected Reasons Trump Should Worry

When was the last time any of us watched a commencement address, when we didn’t have to??

Turkey issues coronavirus precautions with air travel resumption

DUBAI: Turkey’s civilian aviation authorities are implementing safety regulations in airports when they reopen under the country’s normalization program amid the coronavirus pandemic. The country’s flag carrier Turkish Airlines plans to resume its domestic and international flights on June 4 and June 10, respectively, after Turkey suspended all flights about two months ago.

Man arrested after Nechells tower block blaze at Humber Tower

A 43-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of arson following an early hours blaze at Humber Tower in Nechells. Around 40 firefighters were called to the incident

Tucker Carlson rips social media giants after Trump executive order: 'They're not neutral platforms'

Tucker Carlson blasted social media giants Thursday, saying they failed in their duty to be neutral platforms by arbitrarily censoring speech they deem inappropriate.

Family Petitions Enugu Governor, IGP Over 70-year-old Woman’s Death

Since she was living alone, nobody saw or heard her shouting. It was after two days that her corpse was discovered.

Family petitions Ugwuanyi, IG over 70-year-old woman’s death

Raphael Ede, Enugu The family of one Lady Eucharia Ugwu from Itchi in the Igbo-Eze South Local Government Area of Enugu State has appealed to Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi and the Inspector-General of...

The move used to restrain George Floyd is discouraged by most police. Here's why.

George Floyd's death has raised new questions about a potentially dangerous method of restraint: the knee-to-neck manoeuvre.

No major increase of virus spread since measures eased

An expert tasked with measuring the spread of the Covid-19 for the National Public Health Emergency Team has said that since restrictions began to be eased on 18 May, all indicators suggest there has been no significant increased spread of the virus.

Spain's government pushes through basic income guarantee to fight poverty

The Spanish government approved on Friday the creation of a minimum income worth 462 euros ($514) a month for the poorest, Deputy Prime Minister Pablo Iglesias told a news conference, in a scheme tha…

BJP MLA tests positive for coronavirus in Gujarat

A BJP MLA in Gujarat tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday and was admitted to a private hospital. His condition was stable, said state BJP spokesperson Bharat Pandya. Follow live updates on

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

“My arrest shows I don’t deal with small money” – Bobrisky boasts about arrest over N30m

Nigerian cross-dresser Idris Okuneye popularly known as Bobrisky, has taken to social media to brag about his arrest over a N30 million deal. Bobrisky was picked up by officers of the Nigerian police and is

In three graphs: How bad is coronavirus pandemic in the US?

The coronavirus death toll in the United States has remained the highest in the world for nearly two months – and there is no sign it is slowing down.

Delhi and Bengal must stop trying to score political points as they tackle Amphan devastation

The recent blame game over Covid-19 containment efforts in West Bengal is a cautionary tale.

Steve Scalise: Mailing Ballots to Non-Citizens Is 'Definition of Voter Fraud'

Automatic mailing of ballots to all people on inaccurate voter rolls "is the definition of voter fraud," said Rep. Steve Scalise.

Police ID remains on Long Island beach as woman killed in 2000

May 28 (UPI) -- Police in New York on Thursday released the identity of a woman killed during a string of slayings in Long Island 20 years ago.

Man, girlfriend bag jail terms for stealing 64 chickens

A Chief Magistrates’ Court in Kafanchan, Kaduna State has jailed a 35-year-old man, Abdullahi Sani, and his 20-year-old girlfriend, Sarah Paul, for stealing 64 chickens.

Thousands crossing US-Mexico border despite nonessential travel ban, COVID-19 threat

Border crossings continue despite the ban instituted by President Trump.

Yogi Adityanath announces jobs for 11 lakh migrant workers, labourers; UP govt inks pact with industry

Yogi Adityanath said that he has received a list of 11 lakh migrant workers and labourers from bodies such as India Industries Association and FICCI and they have assured to absorb a huge labour force into the industry.

We’re no longer a country united — instead, divided amid crisis

We need reassurance that when we consider our neighbors and our fellow Americans in other states, we can repair the damage done by this outside invader of a virus.

Most Coronavirus patients with mild symptoms can stay home: Delhi CM

Till Thursday, there were 16,281 positive cases in the national capital Delhi with 8,470 active cases. Out of these, 4,227 are kept in home isolation.

PUDR sees ‘malafide intentions’ in NIA taking Navlakha to Mumbai

NIA’s actions had rendered his bail application in Delhi meaningless, it says

New Yorkers bash Cuomo over 'unconscionable' nursing home deaths from coronavirus pandemic

Fox News contributor Lawrence Jones spoke to New Yorkers this week about Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo's handling of the coronavirus pandemic.

Canada's vulnerable to money laundering on par with similar countries: expert

VANCOUVER — A senior police officer from the United Kingdom with expertise in money laundering says "underground banking" linked to China has become a significant threat in the U.K. and he believes Canada shares some of the same vulnerabilities.

Twitter Says Trump's Executive Order on Social Media Is 'Reactionary and Politicised'

The executive order followed recent move by Twitter to flag Trump's tweets on mail-in voting with "fact-checks", which the president viewed as another attempt to...

Large sums made available to fund murders, court hears

The Special Criminal Court has heard that thousands of euro was being made available to murder people and set people up for murder as part of the activities of the Kinahan organised crime gang.

Police probe death at castle amid fears that ‘something like this was coming’

The ‘stoning’ incident at Lullingstone Castle in Kent came after local residents expressed concerns over anti-social behaviour.

CM B S Yediyurappa, Kateel will resolve party issues, says Suresh Angadi

Minister of State for Railways Suresh Angadi said that Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa and BJP State President Nalin Kumar Kateel will resolve any differences of opinion among party leaders including

Former nurse Joan’s 102 laps of the park to raise funds for the NHS

The centenarian aims to complete 102 laps of her local park before her 102nd birthday in September;

HK govt warns US threats of sanctions will hurt itself

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government late on Thursday expressed strong opposition to sweeping remarks contained in a report by the US State Department titled US – Hong Kong Policy Act, and warned that the interests of US corporations in Hong Kong will also be affected if the US adopts sanctions on Hong Kong.

Culture of silence around menstruation has become even more evident in COVID pandemic: UNICEF

The culture of silence around menstruation has become even more evident in the COVID pandemic, and breaking silence, raising awareness and changing negative social norms is more important now than

Maharashtra govt announces pay hike for doctors on contract and bond amid the fight against COVID-19

The doctors serving their bonds in tribals areas will get Rs 75,000 instead of Rs 60,000

Jack vs Trump Round 2: Twitter flags Trump's tweet 'inciting violence' on George Floyd protests

The death of George Floyd, 46, an African-American man has sparked debates regarding police brutality and institutional racism in the United States of America yet again.

Five political parties to participate in Benue’s Saturday LG polls

By Peter Duru – Makurdi Five political parties are expected to participate in Saturday’s local government election in Benue state. The Executive Chairman of Benue State Independent Electoral Commission, BESIEC, Mr Terso Loko who made this known in Makurdi said among the parties were the Social Democratic Party, SDP, Labour Party, LP, African Action Congress,Read More

Jimmy Kimmel slams Trump over his ongoing war with Twitter

"If he's so mad at Twitter, why doesn't he stop using it?"

Nine new COVID-19 cases in Himachal Pradesh, tally 291

Nine more people tested positive for COVID-19 in Himachal Pradesh on Friday, taking the number of coronavirus cases in the state to 291, officials said. Of the fresh cases, five were reported from Hamirpur and four from Kangra, they said, adding that all of them had recently returned from other

Trump vetoes bipartisan measure against DeVos' loan rules

President Donald Trump on Friday vetoed a measure that would have overturned a policy that Education Secretary Betsy DeVos issued in 2019 making it harder for students to get their loans erased after

Man rescued from overturned lorry

The crash happened on Tetbury Road, Old Sodbury

COVID 19 and Latin America: Three months on, the struggle continues

Ecuador which became face of the epidemic and the epicentre in end March continues to have the highest number of death cases per capita in the region.

Senate Democrats pump brakes on new stimulus checks

House Democrats looking to deliver another round of $1,200 relief checks to Americans are encountering skepticism from an unexpected source — fellow Democrats in the Senate.

Flight transporting migrants to Ranchi gathers support

Airlines have approached NLSIU alum to offer their services

HC OK’s shifting of 955 foreign Tablighis from quarantine centres to alternate accommodation

The Delhi High Court Thursday allowed shifting of 955 foreign nationals, who had participated in the religious congregation at Nizamuddin Markaz event, from institutional quarantine to an alternate place of accommodation. A bench of Justices Vipin Sanghi and Rajnish Bhatnagar, which conducted the

5 years as Nigeria President - Memo to Buhari on Service Chiefs - Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics

As you clock five years in office, the question about the departure of Nigeria Service Chiefs has come up again, for the umpteenth time...

5 years as Nigeria President - Memo to Buhari on Service Chiefs by Wale Odunsi - Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics

As you clock five years in office, the question about the departure of Nigeria Service Chiefs has come up again, for the umpteenth time...

Opinion: Boris Johnson made a Brexit bet on European disunion – and the odds don’t look so good

Britain’s Prime Minister appears to have gambled that he’d get a better Brexit deal from a divided European Union – but the pandemic has only brought it closer together

FPJ Edit: Boris Johnson under attack

EXCLUSIVE: Harrowing video shows sick Iranians collapsing in the street as activists allege Iran's coronavirus pandemic started in Chinese embassy a month BEFORE its first official case

EXCLUSIVE: Leaked ambulance service records show three Iranian employees of the Chinese embassy went to hospital on January 28 with covid-19 symptoms, a month before first official case.

‘Iranians with coronavirus’ filmed collapsed in street as activists say outbreak began months earlier than official date

SHOCKING footage has emerged showing Iranians collapsed in the street as activists say the coronavirus struck the country months before officials admit. A number of disturbing images have been post…

Motorcyclists protesting ban beat Lagos guards to a pulp

Deji Lambo There was tension in the Zone 4 of the Lekki Peninsula Scheme 1 in Lagos State recently when no fewer than 50 motorcyclists protesting the ban on their operations stormed the area with ...

Video shows fatal confrontation between NYPD and COVID-19 victim in Bronx

New video shows a police-involved shooting the Bronx in which the suspect called 911 on himself after testing positive for coronavirus.

Trump Says US Will Terminate Relationship With WHO Today

President Donald Trump announced Friday that the United States is will be cutting ties with the World Health Organization later today. From a report: "China has total control over the World Health Organization despite only paying $40 million per year compared to what the United States has been payin...

Slaughterhouses reopen but farmers still euthanizing pigs

Meatpacking plants that had to briefly close due to coronavirus outbreaks have been back up and running for weeks, but production backlogs are forcing farmers to euthanize thousands of hogs that can't

BREAKING: Court discharges Sen Adeleke‎ over alleged exams malpractices

A Federal High Court in Abuja has discharged former governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State, Senator...

'The windows are broken': Ohio Statehouse breached by protesters early Friday morning

Protesters in Columbus, Ohio, breached the Statehouse early Friday morning amid violent clashes with police.

Coronavirus updates: NYC on track to reopen June 8; Trump to scrap relationship with WHO

New York City is on track to begin reopening June 8, consumer spending in the U.S. has dropped dramatically, and that cold you had in December or early January was not coronavirus, a new study says. Meanwhile, President Trump says he’s terminating US relationship with the World Health Organization. There are more than 5.8 million confirmed cases around the world, with 1.7 million in the United States, according to the Johns Hopkins University data dashboard. The virus has killed more than 101,000 people in the U.S., and over 360,000 people worldwide. Here are a few developments to know: · A new comprehensive federal study says the coronavirus arrived in the U.S. starting in mid-January to early February. · Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Friday that New York City is on track to begin some reopening on June 8. · The Boston Marathon has been canceled for the first time in its 124-year history, and there are plans for a virtual race instead. · Thousands of restaurants, nail salons and other small businesses unable to take…

France to reopen cafes, end domestic travel limit

PARIS, May 29 ― France yesterday announced the long-awaited nationwide reopening of bars, restaurants and cafes from June 2, albeit with restrictions, and lifted limitations on domestic travel in time for the summer holidays. In the capital Paris, where the risk of coronavirus spread remains...

Ukraine's envoy urges Italian media to objectively cover Markiv case

The relevant appeal was published in Il Venerdi magazine.

Darlington MP admits to taking train 225 miles from London to the North East while showing signs of coronavirus infection

Peter Gibson, the Conservative MP for Darlington, County Durham revealed on social media over the weekend that he travelled from London to self-isolate in the North East in March.

Tory MP took train from London to North East after displaying coronavirus symptoms

Darlington MP Peter Gibson said he travelled the 250 miles prior to lockdown on advice from the virus helpline because he "had no London address" and had been sleeping in someone's spare room

Families of Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd and Breonna Taylor deliver joint press conference

The families of Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd and Breonna Taylor will deliver a joint press conference on Friday, calling for new laws that they say would increase police accountability.

One in five people visiting UK will be monitored with random phone calls

No plans have been announced to deter the 80 per cent of arrivals who aren't selected for monitoring from breaking quarantine.

AP photo of flag-bearing Minnesota protester goes viral

The image swiftly went viral.

Tokyo nears phase two of virus recovery plan as Osaka to fully reopen

As business-minded Osaka prepares to go full bore with Tokyo trailing close behind, infections continue to fluctuate in the capital.

Bihar: Major showdown between RJD MLAs, cops at Rabri Devi's residence over attack on worker

The face off took place at former Bihar chief minister Rabri Devi's 10, Circular Road residence where her son Tejashwi Yadav, the leader of opposition in the state assembly, had summoned the RJD MLAs.

Delhi Confidential: Ministry of Home Affairs Facebook page shares pic of whisky bottles

Ever since West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee spoke out angrily against the Centre in a meeting held by the Prime Minister, officials say it has become a matter of interest what will be said between the Centre and West Bengal at these meetings.

Glimmer in Covid surge: Less than 5% of all patients require critical care

Of the total 83,004 active cases on May 27, less than 3500 needed any kind of intervention -- oxygen therapy, ICU or ventilators.

Manchester man stabbed after travelling 55 miles for a BBQ at beauty spot

A man in his 20s has been arrested following the incident

Falana-led coalition blames FG, states for rise in COVID-19 cases

The Alliance on Surviving COVID-19 and Beyond (ASCAB), a coalition of over 70 labour and civil society organisations (CSOs), has blamed governments at all levels for the spike of the disease in the country.

The rushed easing of lockdown measures could devastate Italy

When the novel coronavirus began spreading across the world earlier this year, Italy quickly became one of Europe's worst-affected countries and went into lockdown. Schools, shops, leisure centres and churches were swiftly shut and all Italians were told to remain indoors as much as possible.

NIA charges one more in Attari drug seizure case

Investigations revealed evidence of generation of funds though the sale of narcotics. The narcotics were smuggled from across the international border. The proceeds from the sale of these drugs were used to fund terrorist activities in Jammu and Kashmir, the NIA's supplementary chargesheet also said.

On banks of Danube, Hungary and South Korea mourn victims of boat accident

BUDAPEST (Reuters) - Officials from Hungary and South Korea held a minute’s silence and threw white flowers onto the waters of the Danube on Friday, marking the first anniversary of a boat accident which killed 25 South Korean tourists and two Hungarian crew.

Netizens question DPM Heng’s push for GE

Netizens question DPM Heng’s push for GE

Coronavirus: More retailers to reopen in plan to further ease lockdown

A REOPENING of more retailers and small outdoor weddings will be permitted from June 8 if the coronavirus infection rate remains under control, the first and deputy first minister have said.

Police: Alabama worker killed trying to unjam wood chipper

A man in Alabama died when he got caught in a wood chipper that got jammed at his workplace, police said.

Alabama worker killed in wood chipper: report

A worker in Alabama died Wednesday after he was pulled in by a wood chipper, a report said.

20 Lakh Crore Economic Package Was A Show Off By The Government: Abhishek Manu Singhvi

Senior Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi attacked the government over a faltering economy. 'GDP is falling continuously,' he said adding that the 20 lakh crore economic package is a mere show-off by the government.

How a court decision could unlock secrets of Whitlam's dismissal

The High Court's decision could shed light on key questions including whether the Queen explicitly supported the sacking of Gough Whitlam.

South Korea 'comfort women' activist denies allegations

May 29 (UPI) -- The South Korean activist accused of misappropriating funds for surviving "comfort women" said Friday at a press conference the charges from former victim Lee Yong-soo are false.

Trump’s Looting Tweet Violates His Oath of Office

The president is supposed to protect and defend the nation’s supreme laws. Shooting looters is unconstitutional.

N.C school board votes for in-person graduation amid virus

A school board in North Carolina has voted to hold an in-person graduation ceremony for all its high schools that would be a violation of the state’s coronavirus safety orders.

Union County sheriff says he won’t interfere with in-person graduation plans

The Union County School Board called an emergency board meeting tonight to discuss plans for graduation.

Tambuwal to meet Buhari over Sokoto attacks

Adeniyi Olugbemi, Sokoto A meeting has been scheduled between the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), and Sokoto State Governor, Aminu  Tambuwal, over recent killings in the state...

Measures aim to loosen Louisiana gun restrictions

Two measures are moving closer to final legislative passage.

International Update: Global Covid-19 infections exceed 5.8 million – more than 100,000 covid deaths in US

29 May Global: The number of people infected by Covid-19 has exceeded 5.8 million, according to data compiled by Johns...Read More...

Thane Central Jail records first COVID19 case

The constable has since been quarantined. Meanwhile, the number of cases in Thane rose to 2,604 on Thursday evening.

Coronavirus in Mumbai: 52-yr-old head constable dies hours after being diagnosed COVID-19 positive

Minnesota AG Expects Criminal Charges Against Police Officers Involved In George Floyd’s Death

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said on Friday morning that he expected the four Minneapolis police officers who were involved...

Punjab CM seeks cash transfer for poor people

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Converting Muslim majority into minority: Mushaal rails against Indian fascist govt for nominating delimitation penal

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Jimmy Kimmel explains why Trump's 'war with Twitter' is 'obviously insane,' doomed to fail

"A lot of people are wondering which of the many changes we've made to our lives during this pandemic are going to carry over when things go back to normal," Jimmy Kimmel said on Thursday's Kimmel Live. "Will children still sit on Santa's lap at Christmas?" He explained why COVID-19 should definitely kill off the penny and maybe the nickel. "Meanwhile, this is what our penny-colored president is up to," Kimmel said. "While racial injustice is tearing this country apart, he is going to war with Twitter." "Earlier this week, Twitter labeled one of Trump's many lies as potentially misleading," Kimmel explained. "He keeps claiming that vote-by-mail — even though he himself does it — will result in some kind of avalanche of anti-Trump voter fraud. It's part of his multi-pronged looks-like-I'm-gonna-lose-so-I'll-make-every-case-I-can-to-say-I-was-cheated campaign." In response, he signed an executive order that would limit legal protections for social media companies. "This is crazy," Kimmel said. "This would be like…

Governors who took swift and decisive action are now polling through the roof. Here are 4 key ways federal leaders can follow in their footsteps.

There's a lesson to be taken from the popularity of governors right now: "People like it when their leaders lead."

Not all water parks reopen despite eased Abbott restrictions

It may be days or weeks before some Texas water parks reopen, despite Gov. Greg Abbott's order allowing many to reopen Friday.

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

Fire crews worked through the evening to control the large blaze

Fire service concern as some ignore social distancing to watch Long Eaton school blaze

Crowds gathered as firefighters tackled the Harrington Junior School inferno

Ottawa’s increase to the expected cost of emergency relief program indicates more workers will remain unemployed

The delayed launch of the wage subsidy program, combined with restrictions and complexities in the application criteria, contributed to employers’ reluctance to make use of the initiative

Minneapolis police precinct burns as George Floyd protests erupt across the nation

Protesters breached and burned a Minneapolis police precinct on Thursday night as unrest continued to rock the city following the death of George Floyd.

Judge apologises over time delays in Det Garda Adrian Donohoe trial

Court

Riots Erupt in Paris Suburb Following Death of Motorcyclist Hit By Train

A night of violence and rioting erupted in a Paris suburb following the death of an 18-year-old motorcyclist which was blamed on police.

Two More Deaths due to Coronavirus in Punjab, 19 New Cases reported -

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Qatar announces 1,993 new COVID-19 cases, 3 deaths

Qatar’s total coronavirus infections jump to 52,907

Indian doctors go online to treat patients amid coronavirus outbreak

GURUGRAM, India - As India's health system grapples with the coronavirus, doctors are increasingly going online to consult with patients suffering less critical or chronic diseases, while the south Asian economy prepares to emerge from a nationwide lockdown.

Ladakh standoff: No chance of war!

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Nor’wester kills two, south Bengal likely to receive more rainfall

The city traffic police said parts of Central Avenue, MG Road, Bidhan Sarani and Ultadanga were left waterlogged.

84 new cases take Indore COVID-19 tally to 3,344; 4 more die

With 84 more persons found infected with coronavirus in Indore district of Madhya Pradeh, the tally went up to 3,344 on Friday, while four patients succumbed to the disease, officials said. The fresh cases in Indore, one of the worst affected districts by the pandemic in the country, were reported

Don't open state borders, relax borrowing limits: Chhattisgarh CM to Shah

The telephonic conversation between Baghel and Union Home Minister took place on Thursday

The Idea of India: Crimes Against Migrants

The Idea of India is HuffPost India’s monthly conversation about how we see ourselves as a people and as a nation.

Timberwolves Forward Josh Okogie: ‘The People Want All The Officers Arrested’ After George Floyd’s Death

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Josh My going for going there and supporting it was obviously was I just wanted to join forces with a guy like Stephen Jackson who obviously is mourning at a time like this but also to create awareness of this situation and just kind of be the voice of a lot of peop...

Stark casino, airport numbers show effect of Nevada closures

Stunning and stark numbers are showing the effect of casino and business closures enacted in Nevada in March due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Investigation revealed journalist Aziz Memon was murdered: Karachi police chief

Memon's body was recovered from a river on February 16, with a cable wrapped around his neck

Time for inquests into residential covid deaths

It is generally believed that the British government will have to confirm sooner or later that a full public inquiry is to be held into all aspects of the covid crisis.

COVID-19: UAE announces 2 deaths, 638 new coronavirus cases and 412 recoveries

Total number of confirmed coronavirus cases in UAE is now 33,170

State-specific solutions needed for discoms’ problems: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the Union power ministry should try and put in place state-specific strategies to improve their performance.

Power Five leagues ask Congress for athlete compensation law

The Power Five conference commissioners are asking Congress to move forward with federal legislation regarding compensation for college athletes.

Shahbaz’s son key figure in sugar scandal: minister

Shibli Faraz hints at action against Salman in coming days.

Indians to skip border trade with China through Lipulekh pass this year

Indian traders have decided not to do trade with China through Lipulekh pass this year as a precaution against COVID-19. They conveyed their unwillingness to participate in the annual exercise during a preparatory meeting. Officials said there has been no word so far from the Centre as well on border trade as the lockdown against coronavirus continues.

Coronavirus | Indians to skip border trade with China through Lipulekh pass this year

There has been no word so far from the Centre on the issue, say officials.

Nolte: MN Democrat Prosecutor's Bizarre, Sloppy 'Evidence' Statement Whips up More Chaos

Mike Freeman claimed he had evidence that did not support a criminal charge against the cop responsible for George Floyd's death.

Despite Trump's recent executive orders, Twitter is not backing down on deploying its policies against the US president

Twitter has placed public interest notice on a few tweets by Trump warning users that the post

Taiwan decriminalizes adultery in landmark ruling

TAIPEI – Taiwan’s constitutional court on Friday decriminalized adultery in a landmark judgment aimed at upholding personal rights and privacy, scrapping a law that activists said

AP 2020 2nd Inter exam dates announced; to be conducted on June 3rd

The exam for Modern Language II and Geography II were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

In the name of Shramik Special, Railways running 'Corona Express' trains: Mamata

Mamata also said that social distancing norms were not being followed in the Shramik Special trains as they are running at full capacity.The Railways are bringing people from hotspot areas in huge numbers, she added

India's lockdown to focus on 13 cities

India's lockdown to focus on 13 cities

Andhra Pradesh HC asks Nimmagadda Ramesh Kumar to be reinstated as SEC in blow to Jagan govt

Andhra Pradesh High Court has caused much embarrassment to the Jagan Reddy govt and asked Nimmagadda Ramesh Kumar to be reappointed as Andhra Pradesh SEC. Jagan govt had removed him in April.

Is Ethiopia sliding back to the dark days?

Victims were accused of being supporters of Oromo Liberation Army which govt had previously declared a terrorist group.

How New Zealand Used Evidence-Based Policies to Beat The Pandemic

The day the US mourned reaching a tragic milestone - 100,000 novel coronavirus deaths - people on the other side of the world in New Zealand celebrated a much more hopeful one: No new coronavirus cases over the prior five days.

Commentary: Ethiopia is beating COVID-19 - with few ventilators and no lockdowns

The country has harnessed community healthcare to great effect to fight the pandemic, says the Financial Times' David Pilling.

Delhi's COVID death toll jumps to 82 in last 24 hours

Delhi's COVID-19 death tally has jumped by 82 in the last 24 hours, due to inclusion of 69 deaths that were reported late, Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia said on Saturday. He said 13 deaths occurred on Friday while the remaining 69 took place in the last 34 days and were reported late. The

Coronavirus: ICPC commences probing distribution of funds, palliatives

The Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) says it has commenced investigations into alleged cases of corruption in the management of COVID-19 funds.

Mexico’s other epidemic: Murdered women

In Mexico City, feminist groups spray-painted the names of Mexico's murdered women on the pavement of the Zócalo, the capital city's enormous main square, during the International Women's Day March.

Mexico's other epidemic: 10 women murdered a day

May 29 (UPI) -- Domestic violence has spiked in Mexico during its coronavirus-related lockdown. According to a national network of women's shelters, calls for help were up 60 percent in April.

Trump Tweeting As Much As Ever Amid Twitter Standoff [Infographic]

Despite Trump's executive order targeting social media and threats to close Twitter, he is tweeting as much as ever.

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…

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 […]

Ministry suggests shorter school hours as part of 'new normal'

The Indonesian Child Protection Commission (KPAI) suggested that students study from home until the country is declared free from COVID-19. 

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.

Ajit Jogi, 74, finally loses battle for life after 16-year struggle

Wheelchair-bound former bureaucrat-turned-politician suffers cardiac, goes into coma; ends comes at around 3:30pm; last rites at his village Gaurella in undivided Bilaspur district on Saturday

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.

Trump's China Fight Shows Covid-19 Hasn't Changed Oil's World

The pandemic has merely highlighted the market’s pre-existing conditions.

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

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...

RIP Ajit Jogi: 10 facts to know about Chhattisgarh's First CM

Former Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, Ajit Jogi, who had been admitted in the hospital for nearly three weeks and suffered two cardiac arrests this past week, has breathed his last, earlier this Friday.

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.

Notorious Boko Haram fighter who was part of Metele attack surrenders to Nigerian troops

  ADAMU Yahaya,  a prominent Boko Haram fighter, who has taken part in major attacks against troops of the Nigerian Army in the North East has surrendered himself to the troops, John Enenche, the Coordinator of Defence Media Operations at the Defence Headquarters said. According to Enenche, a Major General, Yahaya who is also known […]

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.

PPP moves FIA against blogger Cynthia Ritchie for 'slanderous' tweet on Benazir

Ritchie had made remarks about Benazir while commenting on recent attack on Uzma Khan by a woman and her guards.

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.

Liverpool Deputy Mayor Investigated Over Lockdown Garden Party

Current lockdown measures, which were eased on 13 May, stipulate that only two people from different households can meet in outdoor settings – such as parks – as long...

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.

President Buhari commiserates with victims of Sokoto attack

President Muhammadu Buhari has commiserated with all those who lost loved ones in an attack by bandits in Sabon Birni local government area of Sokoto State.

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...

Police search for Shropshire fight suspect

Police are searching for a Shropshire man suspected of being involved in a fight in Newport.

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

Uber introduces a new hourly rate for longer, multistop trips

Uber will charge $50 an hour for these longer trips.

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.

Barrow journalist hounded out of Cumbria for reporting court case

Amid a storm of rumours about grooming gangs, Amy Fenton receives scores of threats

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

Girl, 2, fighting for her life after falling 40ft from her bedroom window

Residents said they heard a 'massive thud' when the toddler fell from her third-storey window.

Girl, 2, is fighting for her life after plunging 40ft from bedroom window

The toddler, named locally as 'happy and sweet' Lara Coleman, had to be airlifted to hospital following the 'complete accident' on Bedford Street, Portsmouth, Hants, around 6pm last night.

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...

PM’s aide fears increase in Covid-19 cases, deaths in coming days

Dr Zafar Mirza urges people not to let their guard down agains­t the novel corona­virus

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 .

CBI files preliminary enquiry against Tablighi Jamaat over FCRA violations

The action by the CBI comes a day after the Crime Branch of the Delhi Police filed 12 fresh chargesheets naming 541 foreign nationals in connection with the Tablighi Jamaat case

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...

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

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

Most court cases will resume with caution after circuit breaker, but remote hearings remain: Chief Justice

SINGAPORE: Most court cases will resume on Jun 8, after about two months of suspended activity with only urgent and essential cases being heard. ...

Ladakh standoff: IAF deploys Chinook heavy-lift choppers near China border

Given the treacherous terrains in the Northeast, particularly Arunachal Pradesh, the deployment of the Chinook helicopters is being seen as the capacity build-up and boosting of assets.

The cop who killed George Floyd has a long record of police brutality

A 46-year old black man named George Floyd was killed by police in Minneapolis on Monday, May 25, 2020. A police officer named Derek Chauvin kneeled on Floyd’s neck, after vaguely accusing hi…

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’ […]

Twitter Limits Engagement on Trump’s Tweet Over Violation of Policy

Twitter today announced that they will be limiting US President’s tweet over violation of their policy. In the morning, Donald Trump tweeted this in a response to the ongoing riots in the city of Minneapolis. ….These THUGS are dishonoring the memory of George Floyd, and I won’t let that happen. Just spoke to Governor Tim […]

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

‘Congress has come to the aid of migrant workers’

Mysore/Mysuru: Accusing the ruling BJP Government of failing to come to the aid of migrant workers, who are distressed over COVID-19 lockdown regulations, KPCC (Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee) Working President Salim Ahmed maintained that the Congress, as a responsible Opposition Party, has come to the rescue of migrant workers at this critical juncture. He was...

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

Don't copy Dominic Cummings – MP in plea to public after lockdown rule breach fiasco

Kilmarnock and Loudoun MP Alan Brown hit out this week at Mr Cummings who is a special adviser to Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

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.

Midlands Air Ambulance lands on Cannock Park Golf Course as golfer collapses and dies

Emergency crews received a report a man had collapsed on the golf course at around 3.30pm yesterday (Thursday)

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

MINISTER of Labour and Social Security Shahine Robinson is seriously ill, a Jamaica Obser...

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...

Death toll due to cyclone 'Amphan' in West Bengal now 98: Mamata

Mamata Banerjee said that the kin of each of those killed in the cyclone will get Rs 2.5 lakh each while those badly injured and others with minor injuries will get Rs 50,000 and Rs 25,000, respectively. The CM also announced a fund of Rs 6,250 crore to assist the affected people to build houses, help farmers, and provide assistance for betel leaf plantations.

40 joggers including teenagers arrested for violating social distancing

Overzealous police

Q&A: How many days a week will children be able to attend school from late August?

Roadmap for reopening schools being drawn up over the next fortnight

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.

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.

Ed Miliband demands more state support to rescue UK steel sector

Former Labour leader says government should consider taking equity stakes in struggling manufacturers

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

Gen Bajwa reiterates commitment to global peace

ISLAMABAD: Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Friday said the sense of purpose and commitment of Pakistan towards the global peace under the United Nations Charter remained unflinching.

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...

A Texas Supreme Court decision could disenfranchise millions during the pandemic

Voters under age 65 could potentially be disenfranchised.

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.

What markets in north Nottinghamshire will look like when they reopen

Government lockdown guidelines allow them to reopen on June 1

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

Glasgow teen, 14, attacked by gang armed with ‘large blades’ in school grounds

A GLASGOW teenager was attacked by a gang armed with “bladed weapons” in the grounds of a school. Cops are appealing for information after the lad, 14, was brutally assaulted around 6pm…

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

Nagaland Board To Announce Results For Class 10 and 12 On May 30

Nagaland Board of School Education (NBSE) announced that the results HSLC (class 10) and HSSLC (class 12) exam 2020 will be released on Saturday, 30 May.

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.

Shah Rukh Khan And Gauri Khan Extend Support, Urge People To Help Those Affected By Cyclone Amphan

After extending his support to frontline workers for the battle against the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic and lending financial help for COVID-19 relief, Shah Rukh Khan along with his wife Gauri Khan, have now rendered their support to relief works in West Bengal, post the damage caused by the Cyclone Amphon.

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

‘Africa is in mid-morning of COVID-19 crisis’

  Kampala, Uganda | RONALD MUSOKE | African governments will have to go slow on lifting some of the lockdown measures they instituted to control the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, senior officials at the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Africa Centres for Disease Control and prevention have said. Speaking at a virtual press …

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.

Greece to open to tourists from 29 countries from June 15

ATHENS (Reuters) - Greece said on Friday it will open to visitors from 29 countries from June 15, days before its peak tourism season begins.

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.

Sweden snubbed as Norway and Denmark open borders

Countries will remain closed to Swedish visitors because of its Covid-19 infection rate

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.

FG says other diseases are killing Nigerians more than COVID-19

The federal government has disclosed that many Nigerians are dying of diseases more than COVID-19. Boss Mustapha, the COVID-19 task force made the disclosure.

‘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

NZSA Announces The Fourth Covid-19 Guardian Award Winners Is Anton Kritzinger From Armourguard

Anton will receive his award for his actions in diffusing a potentially dangerous situation on an Auckland bus during Covid-19 Level 4 lockdown. The nomination from his employer highlighted how good training and a calm demeanour are essential for security guards undertaking their work.

Fourth Covid-19 guardian award winner is Anton Kritzinger From Armourguard - NZSA

Anton will receive his award for his actions in diffusing a potentially dangerous situation on an Auckland bus during Covid-19 Level 4 lockdown. The nomination from his employer highlighted how good training and a calm demeanour are essential for security guards undertaking their work.

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

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

Minnesota Guv. Apologizes After State Police Arrest CNN Reporter And Crew At Protests

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) apologized to CNN president Jeff Zucker on Friday morning after police officers arrested CNN reporter...

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.