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18 Mar 2020
InstagramDuring two-week retreat, Jared Leto had no clue about coronavirus
Jared Leto just did a very Jared Leto thing.
18 Mar 2020
Uttar PradeshCoronavirus: School students to be promoted without exams in UP
In Uttar Pradesh, all government school students from Classes I-VIII will be promoted to the next class without having to appear for their final examinations.
17 Mar 2020
ItalyCoronavirus: Over 2,000 die in Italy, Canada closes borders
With no cure for the deadly COVID-19, the disease caused by coronavirus, in sight, world leaders have taken a more stringent approach, announcing the closure of borders and extending lockdown.
15 Mar 2020
FacebookFacebook just pledged $20 million to fight COVID-19 outbreak
As the outbreak of the novel coronavirus disease, COVID-19, continues to grow worse around the world, Facebook is doing its part to help combat the pandemic.
14 Mar 2020
Health & WellnessCoronavirus a 'notified disaster'; deceased's kin to get financial compensation
The Centre on Saturday declared the ongoing novel coronavirus outbreak a "notified disaster."
14 Mar 2020
Donald TrumpTrump declares national emergency in US as coronavirus crisis deepens
After worrying and angering his countrymen with his lax approach towards the coronavirus problem, United States President Donald Trump on Friday declared a national emergency.
13 Mar 2020
ItalyHow Singapore tackled coronavirus and set an example for countries
In Italy, the rise in deaths due to coronavirus breached 30% in a single day on Wednesday and the national tally has surged to 1,016.
13 Mar 2020
Tedros Adhanom GhebreyesusWhat is a pandemic? Why has COVID-19 been declared one?
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday declared the novel coronavirus outbreak a pandemic as the virus continues to spread globally.
12 Mar 2020
OlympicsCanceling the 2020 Olympics 'unthinkable', says Tokyo governor
Tokyo city governor Yuriko Koike stated that the coronavirus pandemic might impact the upcoming Tokyo Olympics, but canceling it is "unthinkable".
12 Mar 2020
Donald TrumpCoronavirus round-up: WHO calls it pandemic, India suspends visas
Months after it originated in China, the World Health Organization declared coronavirus outbreak as a pandemic, while asking all countries to take urgent and aggressive action.
06 Mar 2020
FIFA World CupIndia's FIFA World Cup qualifiers postponed: Details here
The Indian men football team's next FIFA World Cup Qualifier against Qatar has been postponed.
29 Feb 2020
IranCoronavirus: Conflicting reports on deaths in Iran raise questions
In Iran, the novel coronavirus disease has sparked major concerns, especially as the impact of the viral outbreak remains mired in conflicting reports.
21 Feb 2020
GurugramSAP shuts down Indian offices after employees infected with swine-flu
German software giant, SAP, has shut down its Indian offices temporarily after two employees of their Bengaluru office tested positive for the H1N1 virus (swine flu).
12 Feb 2020
Zika VirusWHO names deadly coronavirus disease 'COVID-19'
The deadly coronavirus disease that has affected thousands around the globe and claimed hundreds of lives has been given an official name - 'COVID-19'.
11 Feb 2020
WuhanCoronavirus death toll crosses 1,000; WHO team arrives in China
The fast-spreading 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) has claimed over 1,000 lives, Chinese authorities confirmed on Tuesday.
09 Feb 2020
WuhanCoronavirus kills over 800; death toll surpasses SARS
The number of deaths caused by the novel coronavirus outbreak has surpassed global fatalities in the 2002-2003 SARS epidemic.
03 Feb 2020
WuhanCoronavirus: China constructs 1000-bed emergency hospital in just 8 days
For over a month, China has been struggling to contain an outbreak of the fast-spreading 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV).
01 Feb 2020
iPhoneCoronavirus outbreak: Apple temporarily closes all offices, stores in China
In a bid to keep its staffers safe from the deadly outbreak of coronavirus, Apple is shutting down its offices in China, temporarily.
01 Feb 2020
GoogleCoronavirus outbreak: Google enables 'SOS alert' to keep public informed
With nearly 9,800 confirmed cases and 213 deaths, the outbreak of coronavirus is now a 'global health emergency.'
31 Jan 2020
WuhanWuhan coronavirus outbreak declared 'global health emergency' by WHO
The World Health Organization on Thursday declared the ongoing coronavirus outbreak a global health emergency.
25 Jan 2020
South KoreaCoronavirus outbreak: 41 dead in China; over 1,300 infected worldwide
An outbreak of a never-before-seen coronavirus has claimed 41 lives in China, authorities confirmed on Saturday.
23 Jan 2020
WuhanChinese city, epicenter of coronavirus outbreak, placed on lockdown
The city of Wuhan in central China has been placed on lockdown since the outbreak of a new coronavirus.
02 Nov 2019
Health & WellnessDelhi air quality becomes severe: How to protect your children
Once again, in November this year, the air quality in Delhi slipped into the dreaded 'very poor' category. In some areas of the city, it has even entered the 'severe' category.
30 Aug 2019
IndiaWhy India is blocking JUUL, the popular fruity-flavored nicotine vape
Recently, India's Health Ministry proposed a ban on the production and import of electronic cigarettes, citing health hazards.
29 Jun 2019
IndiaFive best frugal innovations by IITians to know about
The Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) are the country's premier engineering institutes that are recognized as centers of academic excellence in science and technology.
21 Jun 2019
Prince HarryPrince Harry's comment on 'Fortnite' rekindles the gaming-addiction debate
The popular Battle Royale game Fortnite is usually in the news for good reasons like its interesting crossovers.
27 May 2019
United Nations (UN)It's official! 'Gaming disorder' is a WHO-recognized disease
Your inability to ditch PUBG, Fortnite, CoD or any other title could actually be a 'gaming disorder'!
12 May 2019
India#HealthBytes: Top 5 food-items that can help you quit smoking
One of the worst addictions humankind suffers from, smoking is awfully bad for your mental and physical well-being. It can lead to life-threatening respiratory issues, cause strokes, and even dreadful cancers.
11 May 2019
India#HealthBytes: Top 5 food-items that can help you quit smoking
One of the worst addictions humankind suffers from, smoking is awfully bad for your mental and physical well-being. It can lead to life-threatening respiratory issues, cause strokes, and even dreadful cancers.
04 Apr 2019
UNICEFWHO report: 1 in 4 healthcare centers lacks basic facilities
The World Health Organization (WHO) and United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) published a Joint Monitoring Program (JMP) report for Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) on April 3.
04 Apr 2019
Health & WellnessChina, India record maximum number of deaths by air pollution
According to a report published by Health Effects Institute (HEI), headquartered in Boston, US, air pollution took over 12 lakh lives each in India and China in 2017.
31 Mar 2019
IndiaKannada couple develops '80% cheaper' portable device to detect hearing-loss
Hearing loss is a common problem faced by many in India and is often not taken seriously.
26 Mar 2019
IndiaThis wristband is saving lives of thousands of babies
Every year, an estimated 15 million babies are born prematurely around the globe.
25 Mar 2019
India#HealthBytes: Top 5 food-items that can help you quit smoking
One of the worst addictions humankind suffers from, smoking is awfully bad for your mental and physical well-being. It can lead to life-threatening respiratory issues, cause strokes, and even dreadful cancers.
18 Mar 2019
KeralaWest Nile virus takes life of a 7-year-old in Kozhikode
A seven-year-old boy, Mohamad Shan, who was tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV) last week, died today morning.
13 Feb 2019
TechnologyKazakh doctors recently implanted a bionic heart that charges wirelessly
While the first mechanical heart pump, also known as a ventricular assist device (VAD), was invented more than five decades ago, recent advancements in medical technology have led to the development of a revolutionary new VAD.
28 Jan 2019
Gujarat#GamingBytes: Five harmful effects of PUBG Mobile
PUBG Mobile offers an intense tactical Battle Royale experience and as a result, draws large numbers of gamers.
17 Jan 2019
India#HealthBytes: How to maintain a healthy Body Mass Index (BMI)
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a widely accepted and effective measure of body fat, computed by taking into account a person's body mass and height.
04 Jan 2019
Lok Sabha54 cases of Malaria deaths reported in 2018: Report
Malaria cases reduced by three million in India in 2017 compared to 2016, Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda told Lok Sabha today.
03 Dec 2018
Gaming Bytes#GamingBytes: 'Fortnite' streamer Ninja dismisses claims of video game addiction
Fortnite by Epic Games is one of the most popular Battle Royale games due to easy accessibility, being free for all.
