Indian scientists develop new sanitizer

Indian scientists develop new sanitizer

Indian Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (CSIR-IHBT) scientists develop new sanitizer Natural flavours, active tea constituents and alcohol content in this hand-sanitizer have been used as per the guidelines of the World Health Organization (WHO) Chemicals like parabens, triclosan, synthetic fragrance and phthalates have not been used in this product Demand for products such as sanitizer […]

This day in 2012: Tendulkar completes century of centuries

This day in 2012: Tendulkar completes century of centuries

March 16, 2012, will be etched in the minds of cricket fans across the globe as the day when legendary India batsman Sachin Tendulkar scored his 100th international century. Popularly known as the ‘God of Cricket’, Tendulkar’s record remains unbroken. During the Asia Cup clash against Bangladesh at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Tendulkar played a […]

Coronavirus measures endorsed by the National Cabinet

Coronavirus measures endorsed by the National Cabinet

A significant step-up to Australia’s national response to the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic has been endorsed by the National Cabinet, comprising the Prime Minister, State Premiers and Territory Chief Ministers. Based on the advice of the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC), the National Cabinet agreed that our core objective now is to slow the outbreak […]

State Of Emergency Declared In Victoria Over COVID-19

State Of Emergency Declared In Victoria Over COVID-19

A State of Emergency has been declared in Victoria to combat COVID-19 and help to provide the Chief Health Officer with the powers he needs to enforce 14-day isolation requirements for all travellers entering Australia and cancel mass gatherings of more than 500 people, as agreed by National Cabinet yesterday. Premier Daniel Andrews and Minister […]

India’s forex reserves up by $5.69 bn

India’s forex reserves up by $5.69 bn

India’s foreign exchange reserves made healthy gains of $5.69 billion during the week ended March 6. According to the RBI’s weekly statistical supplement, the overall forex reserves, which are already at a record high, increased to $487.23 billion from $481.54 billion reported for the week ended February 28. India’s forex reserves comprise foreign currency assets […]

Brazil President tests positive for Covid-19

Brazil President tests positive for Covid-19

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has tested positive for coronavirus, Brazilian media reported on Friday. The positive test comes after Bolsonaro’s press secretary was found to have the infection following a trip to the US. Bolsonaro met US President Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida during his three-day trip to the US from March […]

Europe now epicentre of coronavirus, says WHO

Europe now epicentre of coronavirus, says WHO

Europe is now the “epicentre” of the global coronavirus pandemic, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director General of the World Health Organization said on Friday. His comments came as several countries in Europe reported steep rises in the number of infections and deaths. Spain is now the worst affected after Italy. On Friday, Spain reported a 50 […]

Big B went gujiya-gorging on Holi!

Big B went gujiya-gorging on Holi!

It seems Bollywood veteran Amitabh Bachchan had a great time on Holi, spending quality time with family and gorging on a whole lot of sweets — especially gujiyas! Big B took to his blog to share a few pictures from Holi celebration at home. In one of the images, we can see the actor munching […]

Corona pandemic triggers indefinite closure of Eiffel Tower

Corona pandemic triggers indefinite closure of Eiffel Tower

The global outbreak of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) triggered indefinite closure of the iconic landmark — the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Taking to Twitter, La Tour Eiffel, the company that runs the Eiffel Tower, made the announcement on Friday. “In the context of the #COVID19 outbreak and due to the government health measures announced today, the […]