‘No-swab’ saliva test for coronavirus piloted in Britain
LONDON (Reuters) - A weekly coronavirus testing regime using a “no-swab” saliva test is being trialled in southern England and…
There’s No Treatment for Covid-19 Loneliness, but Robots Can Help
Sandra Petersen’s patients are on the older side. “My youngest is 72,” she says. Some are centenarians. All are vulnerable…
Stuck at Home, Scientists Discover 9 New Insect Species
When the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County shut down due to the pandemic in mid-March, Lisa Gonzalez headed…
Once a WFH Staple, Athleisure Gets Down to Company
You’ve been working from home since March. Much like in the Before Times, you probably spend most of the day…
What Is a Side Channel Attack?
Modern cybersecurity depends on machines keeping secrets. But computers, like poker-playing humans, have tells. They flit their eyes when they've…
Coronavirus update: One million cases in eight days as infections continues to rise
The World Health Organisation is urging world leaders to unite and fight the pandemic as cases hit nearly 9 million.Meanwhile…
Remote sensing technology leads scientists to giant circle of pits buried near Stonehenge
Archaeologists have discovered a wide circle of deep pits surrounding an ancient settlement near Stonehenge, opening up new lines of…
Fear and frustration for those in Melbourne’s coronavirus hotspots
While much of Australia has been enjoying easing coronavirus restrictions, residents in six Melbourne hotspots are worried about local case…
Government has one week prior to nationwide security role will be left empty
The Commonwealth's national security watchdog is due to his finish term in a week, but the Federal Government has not…
NSW could scrap the ATAR under major school curriculum overhaul
The State Government will today unveil a plan for all school students in New South Wales to be learning a…
Study discovers most employees wish to return to the office, periodically
Most Australian workers want to return to their physical office after coronavirus restrictions loosen, a study has found.Key points:The survey…
Sonia Gandhi writes to PM Modi, seeks extension of free food grains to poor for 3 more months
NEW DELHI: Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Monday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, requesting him to extend by three…
Donald Trump states would meet Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro just to talk about exit
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said on Monday that he would only meet with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro to discuss…
White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett departing after temporary return
Kevin Hassett (Reuters)NEW YORK: White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said on Monday he will be leaving US President Donald…
Govt to expedite deal with 32 roadway jobs along border with China: Officials
NEW DELHI: Amid the continuing standoff between the Indian Army and China's PLA, the Centre on Monday reviewed ongoing road…
Lack of global leadership is ‘greatest threat’ in fighting Covid pandemic, says WHO
Firefighters wearing protective suits spray disinfectant in Indonesia to prevent the spread of the coronavirus...Read MoreDUBAI: The lack of global…
New Covid hotspots are emerging in rural villages across India
NEW DELHI: After overwhelming India's megacities, the coronavirus is now moving through the country's vast hinterland. Home to nearly 70%…
NYPD Officer Suspended After Video Catches Him Utilizing Prohibited Chokehold On Black Guy
The NYPD on Sunday quickly suspended an officer caught on cellphone video using a chokehold on a Black man suspected…
Peak demand for Shramik Specials has actually ended: trains
Migrant workers look for distribution of food from Shramik train in Vijayawada. File | Photo Credit: V. Raju The trains…
Delhi arts body looks for more information on new parliament job
The Centre’s proposal to construct a new Parliament building in time for Independence Day 2022 was not approved by the…
SC most likely to take final contact CBSE tests
The Central Board of Secondary Education will inform the Supreme Court of its position on pending board examinations on Tuesday,…
NDA’s Central leadership apprised of Conrad Sangma, Himanta Biswa patch-up talks
The government led by Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh plunged into trouble after nine members of the BJP-led coalition,…
Coronavirus | India’s COVID-19 cases per lakh population among lowest in world: Health Ministry
India’s COVID-19 cases per lakh people is one of the lowest in the world despite its high population density, and…
Ladakh face-off: Why China applauding PM Modi, asks Rahul Gandhi
Former Congress president Rahul Gandhi on Monday asked why China was praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi after killing Indian soldiers…
Dell XPS 15 (2020) review: new design, familiar issues
After several years of the same stale, hefty chassis, the Dell XPS 15 finally has a new look. It’s a…
Samsung informs why high refresh rates are much better for video streaming, gaming
Image Source : VANSHIKA MALHOTRA Samsung Galaxy S20+ with 120Hz display Smartphones with high refresh rate displays are optimal not…
Samsung Galaxy A51 upgrade brings brand-new camera functions
Samsung launched the Galaxy A51 several months ago and started pushing regular security updates, accompanied by some software improvements. Back…
Gionee introduces new GSW3, GSW4, GSW5 smartwatches in India: Price, features and more
Image Source : GIONEE New Gionee smartwatches Breaking its silence after a long hiatus, smartphone brand Gionee on Monday unveiled…
OnePlus is ready to ‘rock the boat again’: OnePlus Z incoming?
Credit: Robert Triggs / Android AuthorityOnePlus CEO Pete Lau has revealed that ‘something new’ is coming.OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei adds…
Five Indian High Commission officials return from Pakistan
Representtaive photo ATTARI: Five officials of the Indian High Commission in Pakistan, including the two who were arrested and later…
Supreme Court agrees to allow Rath Yatra in very restricted manner
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to allow the annual Rath Yatra in Puri from Tuesday in a…
Don’t ‘poke the bear’, Warner states Aussies should not sledge Kohli
NEW DELHI: Australia's David Warner has warned against sledging Virat Kohli when India tour Australia this year, saying "trying to…
Indian, Chinese commanders hold parley on border amid growing calls to boycott Chinese goods
NEW DELHI: Indian and Chinese military commanders held a second round of talks to ease tensions at their contested border…
Chase the virus: Maharashtra strategy in Dharavi earns Centre’s praise
NEW DELHI: Efforts led by the Maharashtra government and Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to ‘chase the virus’ through aggressive targeted…
‘Bug bounty’ helps techies make a killing in the middle of Covid lockdown
(Representative image)AHMEDABAD: The Gandhinagar resident is part of a growing tribe of highly skilled programmers who can scan codes to…
Bob Dylan has a lot on his mind
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Madras High Court reserves death sentence granted to prime implicated in 2016 Udumalpet Shankar murder case
The Court acquitted B. Chinnasamy, father of C. Kowsalya and ordered his release, and also commuted the death sentence of…
Ladakh face-off | India, China Corps Commanders to hold talks
Army patrol teams along the Line of Actual Control with China. File | Photo Credit: Dinakar Peri Indian troops were…
Centre seeks Supreme Court nod for Puri Rath Yatra without public participation
The newly-made wooden horses line up set into the chariots for deities — Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra — ahead of…
Earthquake of 5.3 magnitude hits Mizoram
PM Modi speaks to CM, assures of all help An earthquake of 5.3 magnitude hit Mizoram in the early hours…
Encounter underway in J&K’s Anantnag
PTI Srinagar, June 22, 2020 10:58 IST Updated: June 22, 2020 10:58 IST Army jawans stand guard near the spot…
Petrol nears 80 mark, diesel at brand-new high after 16th rate hike in a row
Petrol price on Monday was hiked by 33 paise per litre and diesel by 58 paise to take retail rates…
Ladakh face-off: Manmohan Singh asks PM Modi to be conscious of ramifications of his declarations on national security
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Monday cautioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi to be ‘mindful’ of the implications his statements…
Coronavirus India lockdown Day 90 live updates | Goa registers first COVID-19 death
The World Health Organization on Sunday reported the largest single-day increase in coronavirus cases by its count, of which over…
Udumalpet honour killing: Madras high court acquits Kausalya’s daddy, sets aside death sentence of 5
CHENNAI: The Madras high court on Monday set aside the death sentence awarded to five accused in the Udumalpet Shankar…
PM must be mindful of implications of his words: Manmohan on Ladakh standoff
NEW DELHI: In his first remarks on the Ladakh face-off, former prime minister Manmohan Singh on Monday said PM Narendra…
Tamil Nadu’s Covid-19 puzzle: Which count is correct?
People wait at a private laboratory in Chennai for their turn to give swab samples for a coronavirus testAs Covid…
Bengaluru: Top brass on toes as ASI gives in, 22 cops test positive for Covid-19
BENGALURU: With a senior police personnel succumbing to Covid-19 and 22 cops testing positive in Bengaluru on Sunday, the city…
‘Batman, not bats’: Jibe at China in Army’s Bihar Regiment tribute
PATNA: Hours after PM Narendra Modi saluted the valour of the Bihar Regiment in the Galwan Valley skirmish with Chinese…