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Chief Minister Nitish Kumar receives first COVID-19 vaccine shot on his birthday

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 14:21:00 GMT

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on his birthday over social media. The Prime Minister also praised him for undertaking numerous measures for the development of the state. The Chief Minister took the COVID-19 vaccination shot in Patna.

Taxi and auto-rickshaw fares hiked in Mumbai: Check the revised prices here

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 14:12:00 GMT

The increased fare will be applicable from March 1, 2021. For the next three months, they will be able to run their vehicles by showing cards. But by June, they will have to show these rent in meters, which means that by June the drivers will have to change the meter.

PM Narendra Modi joins world leaders who took COVID vaccine shot to boost people's confidence

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 13:45:00 GMT

PM Modi today joined world leaders as he took the COVID vaccine shot at AIMS, Delhi. US President Joe Biden was vaccinated when he was President-elect. Similarly, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, Indonesia's Joko Widodo also received the COVID vaccine shot in the full public view.

Foundation Laying Ceremony for the New Parivar School, Baramulla

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 13:40:00 GMT

The stone was laid by Mr Punit Balan in the presence of several Dharam Gurus and was witnessed by Maj Gen Virendra Vats, General Officer Commanding Baramulla Division, Brig Amit Dhir, Mr Punit Balan, Trustee Indrani Balan Foundation & CMD Punit Balan Group and Ms Janhvi Dhariwal from Indrani Balan Foundation.

JDU workers mark CM Nitish Kumar’s birthday as Vikas Diwas, PM Narendra Modi sends wishes

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 13:11:00 GMT

To celebrate the CM's birthday, party workers distributed laddus (sweets), notebooks, pencils and milk among the poor. The workers also offered prayers at Mahavir Temple near Station Golambar in Patna. They will also cut a 70-pound cake at the party's headquarters.

All political parties including Congress are restricted to just dynasty politics: JP Nadda in ...

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 12:44:00 GMT

"Whoever has got the opportunity to be part of the BJP, they are fortunate. All national parties have become regional parties. All political parties, including Congress, are restricted to just dynasty politics. It's only BJP wherein the party has become a family," BJP's JP Nadda said.

HAL Recruitment 2021: Bumper vacancies announced at hal-india.co. ...

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 12:23:00 GMT

HAL Recruitment 2021: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited has invited applications for apprentices under the Nasik division for 2021-22 at its official website. Interested candidates can visit the portal to submit their applications for the HAL Recruitment 2021.

'Laga bhi di, pata hi nahi chala': PM Narendra Modi after taking first dose of COVID-19 vaccine

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 11:31:00 GMT

Speaking to the media, Sister Niveda said the Prime Minister chatted with them briefly and asked where they were from. “After taking the vaccine, the Prime Minister remarked, “Laga Bhi Di, Pata Hi Nahi Chala’’ (Oh it’s done, I didn't even realise it),” Sister Niveda told reporters.

PM Narendra Modi takes first dose of COVID-19 vaccine at AIIMS, urges people to go for vaccination

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 10:34:00 GMT

PM Narendra Modi on Monday took the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine at the AIIMS, Delhi. The second phase of the nationwide COVID-19 vaccination drive for people above 60 years and those aged 45 and above with comorbidities will begin from Monday (March 1, 2021). People can register themselves on the government’s Co-WIN2.0 portal that will open at 9 AM on Monday.

Who is Sister P Niveda who gave COVID-19 vaccine shot to PM Narendra Modi

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 10:23:00 GMT

The PM was administered the COVID vaccine shot by two nurses - Sister P Niveda and sister Rosamma Anil - at the AIIMS, Delhi. While sister Niveda hails from Puducherry, sister Rosamma Anil hails from Kerala. News agency ANI shared pictures from AIIMS showing Sister Niveda administering Bharat Biotech's COVAXIN to the Prime Minister.

Arvind Kejriwal govt's innovative ideas helping Delhi to improve groundwater levels

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 10:21:00 GMT

With the relentless efforts of the Aam Aadmi Party government, there has been an improvement in groundwater levels in the Palla region, which have increased by two meters. In addition, CM Arvind Kejriwal has issued directions for these levels to be further improved.

CBSE practical exams for class 10, 12 begin today, check guidelines to be followed

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 10:00:00 GMT

In a letter addressed to the Principals and Heads of Schools, the CBSE board said that both internal and external examiners will be present during the exam. The board has also provided detailed marks distribution for the assessment.

Primary schools reopen in Uttar Pradesh, check SOP to be followed

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 09:59:00 GMT

To ensure the safety of students, classrooms will be sanitised. Arrangements for thermal scanning, face masks, social distancing, and first aid will also be ensured in all schools. Students will not be forced to go to school and online classes will continue simultaneously.

Kumbh Mela 2021: Indian Railways prepares for surge in passengers at Haridwar

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 09:31:00 GMT

Kumbh is not only a religious pilgrimage, but one of the largest mass gatherings at one place. The Kumbh meal is celebrated four times over a course of 12 years and spans four locations namely Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain and Nashik.

Assam Assembly election: Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra begins campaign

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 08:26:00 GMT

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is expected to visit several districts on the north bank of the Brahmaputra river, where the BJP and its ally, the AGP, are understood to have a strong presence. The BJP-led government has announced several development projects in view of the upcoming elections.

COVID-19: Second phase of vaccination drive begins today, citizens can register on Co-WIN2.0 portal

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 07:53:00 GMT

The government of India has supplied two COVID-19 vaccines, Covishield and Covaxin, free of cost to the states and UTs to vaccinate healthcare workers (HCWs) and frontline workers (FLWs) and they will also be able to cover the next priority group i.E. 60 years plus age group and the age group of 45 to 59 years suffering from pre-specified co-morbidities.

After Maharashtra, Gujarat lockdown extended in THIS state amid surge in COVID-19 cases

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 23:40:00 GMT

Tamil Nadu has extended the existing state-wide lockdown till March 31. The Tamil Nadu government has put in place centre’s guidelines for containing the spread of COVID-19 cases. Adding to this, the district administration will be taking appropriate COVID-19 measures.

COVID-19 surge in six states adds to over 86% of new cases in past 24 hours: Centre

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 23:18:00 GMT

The Centre in a press release named states like Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Kerala, Punjab and Karnataka as witnessing a rise in new COVID-19 cases which have added to nearly 86.37% of the fresh infections reported in India within the last 24 hours.

Maharashtra Forest Minister Sanjay Rathod quits, here's why

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 22:34:00 GMT

Amid mounting pressure and fierce attacks from the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party, Shiv Sena leader and Maharashtra Forest Minister Sanjay Rathod, whose name cropped up in the death of TikTok star Pooja Chavan, resigned on Sunday (February 28).

Revealed: 'Metro Man' E Sreedharan's real reason behind joining BJP

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 22:08:00 GMT

Elattuvalapil Sreedharan is credited with changing the face of public transport in India with his leadership in building the Konkan Railway and the Delhi Metro. Later he helmed several other metro projects in key cities thus earning himself the moniker 'Metro man'.