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After Centre's Covid-19 Economic Package, PM CARES Allocates Rs 2,000 Cr for Ventilators, Rs 1,000 Cr for Migrants
Out of the Rs 3,100 crore, nearly Rs 2,000 crore will be earmarked for the purchase of ventilators and Rs 1,000 crore for care of migrant labourers.
Pregnant Women, Out-of-work Labourers from TN Send Video SOS from Saudi as Crisis Deepens
With the travails of interstate migrants during the Covid-19 lockdown just getting into the limelight, the tribulations of Indian migrants stuck abroad are still shrouded in darkness.
Over 41,000 People Tested for Covid-19 in Punjab So Far, Says Health Minister
The state has increased its testing per million to 1,392 per day against the national average of 1,243, state health and family welfare minister said.
Federal Reserve's Powell Warns of a Possible Sustained Recession from Pandemic
The Fed and Congress have taken far-reaching steps to try to counter what is likely to be a severe downturn resulting from the widespread shutdown of the US economy.
Passengers Can Avail DTC Buses from New Delhi Railway Station amid Lockdown: Police
All arrangements have been made keeping in mind the strict guidelines to be followed in the wake of COVID-19, the police said.
Madras HC Moved for Reopening Wholesale Food Grain Shops in Koyambedu Market
Alleging that COVID-19 cases were detected among the workers and traders at the vegetable market within the sprawling complex, the petitioner claimed that officials ha closed the shops in the whole sale food grain market also.
CBI Arrests BCCL Official for Taking Bribe to Clear Retirement Benefits
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) had registered a case under the Prevention of Corruption Act on the complaint.
No Response From Bihar, Will Bear Fare for 3 Trains Ferrying Migrants Home: Delhi Govt
Each special train will carry around 1,200 migrant workers. This comes days after a war of words broke out between Delhi and Bihar governments.
Cong Leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury Praises PM Modi for 'Sincere Attempts' to Ferry Stranded Migrants
The migrant workers and those grounded away from their home are now facing a severe financial crunch. They cannot afford the fare, which is quite high and beyond their reach, he said.
Most Districts in West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh & Gujarat Highly Vulnerable to Covid-19: Study
High-vulnerability districts are those where Covid-19 is likely to spread rapidly, while also remaining undetected for longer periods.
Priyanka Gandhi Writes to UP CM Adityanath, Seeks Waiver of Farmers' Power Bills
In her letter, she called for relief to weavers and workers in various small and cottage industries in the state including carpet, textiles and 'chikan' work.
James Cameron's Avatar Sequels to Have a Staggering Budget of Over Rs 7500 crore: Report
James Cameron's Avatar 2 is scheduled to hit the screens in 2021 and the franchise will have installments releasing in 2023, 2025, 2027.
PM's Economic Package to Boost Make in India Programme: Sajjan Jindal
Industrialist Sajjan Jindal on Wednesday welcomed the Rs 20 lakh crore stimulus package announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to revive the economy hit by COVID-19, saying it will give a boost to the ambitious Make in India programme.
This Stunning Monochrome Pic of Deepika Padukone Proves There is Beauty in Simplicity
Celebrity photographer Dabboo Ratnani on Wednesday dropped a stunning black and white picture of Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone.
Aasif Sheikh, Saumya Tandon To Host Virtual Poem Reciting Sessions; Vidoes Go Live From May 13
Bhabiji Ghar Pe Hai actors Aasif Sheikh and Saumya Tandon have come together for a series of videos where they will recite poetries by famous poets. The first one in the series is Bashir Badr's poem "Zara Faaslon Se Mila Karo."
Rupee Rises to 75.46 Against US Dollar After PM Modi's Stimulus Announcement
Forex traders said PM's economic booster aided sentiments. Besides, a positive opening in domestic equities also supported the local unit.