Shanghai (TIP): China’s capital Beijing kicked off a fresh round of mass testing for COVID-19 on May 3 and shut more bus routes and metro stations, as it seeks to avert the fate of Shanghai, where millions of residents have been locked down for over a month. The draconian movement curbs on Shanghai, an economic … Beijing kicks off fresh round of Covid tests as Shanghai postpones crucial exams
London (TIP): The British Prime Minister Boris Johnson-led Conservative Party on May 7 suffered some key losses in the local elections after the Opposition Labour won some of the traditional Tory strongholds in London. Labour leader Sir KeirStarmer said the party had reached a “turning point” and was “back on track” to succeed at the … Boris-led Conservatives lose key London seatsin local elections
Mombasa (Kenya) (TIP): In a bid to protect coastal communities from climate change and encourage investment, African nations are increasingly turning to mangrove restoration projects, with Mozambique becoming the latest addition to the growing list of countries with large scale mangrove initiatives. Mozambique’s effort follows projects across the continent — including projects in Kenya, Madagascar, … Growing African mangrove forests aim to combat climate woes
Lahore (TIP): Ousted Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan has been roasted for his comments that he made during a podcast. The clip has gone viral, where Khan is speaking about his life in the United Kingdom. However, it was one particular line that Internet picked up. “I was very welcome in the UK but I … Pakistan’s ousted PM Imran Khan’s ‘donkey remains donkey’ comment gets him ‘full marks on honesty’
Lahore (TIP): In another suspected case of honour killing in Pakistan, a 21-year-old woman has allegedly been shot dead by her brother for pursuing dancing and modelling as a career in Punjab province. Sidra, a native of RenalaKhurdOkara, 130 km from provincial capital Lahore, was modelling for a local clothing brand and danced in theatres … Pakistani man shoots dead 21-year-old sister for pursuing dancing and modelling as career
According to a study being presented at the European Congress on Obesity (ECO), which is being held on May 4-7, 2022 in Maastricht, the Netherlands, there may be some very particular dietary changes you can make that will help keep your arteries healthy and flexible. The authors say that protein, niacin, and zinc were linked … Diets rich in protein, niacin, zinc may boost blood-vessel health
A collaborative study by a group of scientists from the CSIR-CCMB, Hyderabad and the CSIR-IMTech, Chandigarh, with hospitals in Hyderabad and Mohali has confirmed the airborne transmission of SARS-CoV-2. The study has been published in the Journal of Aerosol Science. The exact mechanism of spread of coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 has remained elusive. Earlier thought to spread … Study confirms airborne transmission of coronavirus
Double-masking might not protect against Covid-19, but rather raises the risk of infection as well as transmission, US researchers have claimed, in a study. The study published in Physics of Fluids, suggests double masking with improperly fitted masks may “not significantly improve mask efficiency and produces a false sense of security”. “More layers mean a … Double-masking does not improve protection against Covid: Study
India’s top woman discus thrower Kamalpreet Kaur, who finished sixth at the Tokyo Olympics in August 2021, has tested positive for a prohibited substance in a test conducted by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU), the body announced on Wednesday. Kaur, 26, has been handed a provisional suspension after testing positive for the banned anabolic steroid … Olympic finalist thrower Kamalpreet tests positive for Ben Johnson drug
Mumbai (TIP)- Pacer Daniel Sams displayed ice-cool temperament as he conceded just three runs in the last over to help Mumbai Indians pull off a stunning five-run victory over table-toppers Gujarat Titans in an IPL game. MI were seemingly down and out with the Titans’ opening pair of Wriddhiman Saha (55 off 40 balls) and … Mumbai Indians edge past Gujarat Titans, win by 5 runs
The rising Covid numbers in China have forced the organisers of this year’s Hangzhou Asian Games to postpone the multi-discipline event to 2023. The decision to postpone the Asian Games, scheduled to take place in September, was taken today in a meeting involving officials of the Chinese Olympic Committee (COC), Hangzhou Asian Games Organising Committee … Surge in Covid cases in China sends Asiad, World University Games to 2023
The “si se puede” (“yes we can”) chants gradually faded at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday as the minutes passed and Real Madrid looked beaten in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final against Manchester City. As the end of regulation time approached, many in the stands — and on the field — … Real Madrid rally past Manchester City
Sonamarg is a picturesque hill station in Jammu and Kashmir, located 80km north-east of Srinagar. At an elevation of around 2800 km from sea level, Sonamarg is known for its snow-laden fields, surrounded by majestic glaciers and serene lakes which casts subtle spells on the travellers. Sonamarg is enveloped by the great Himalayan glaciers – … Sonamarg : The Meadow of Gold
Sita Navami is an important day of Hindu religion. This day is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Goddess Sita. Married women observe a fast on the day of Sita Navami and pray for the long life of their husbands. Sita Navami is also known as Sita Jayanti and Janaki Navami. Sita Jayanti is celebrated … Janki or Sita Navami
Mumbai (TIP)- All of a sudden-and entirely unexpected-the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on May 4 increased the repo rate by 40 basis points to 4.4 percent for the first time in almost two years since the start of the pandemic in 2020. One basis point is one-hundredth of a percentage point. This comes when … RBI hikes repo rate: Loan EMIs set to go up for borrowers
Elon Musk has said Twitter Inc might charge a “slight” fee for commercial and government users, part of the billionaire entrepreneur’s push to grow revenue which has lagged behind larger rivals like Meta Platforms Inc’s Facebook. “Twitter will always be free for casual users, but maybe a slight cost for commercial/government users,” Musk said in … Elon Musk says Twitter may charge slight fee for commercial, govt users
LIC’s public offer, the country’s biggest-ever IPO, was fully subscribed on the second day of bidding on Thursday, May 5. Against 16,20,78,067 shares on offer, 16,25,35,125 bids were received, making the public issue fully subscribed, as per data on stock exchanges as of 6.24 pm. Of the total, the policyholders’ portion was subscribed a little … LIC IPO fully subscribed
The Bank of England raised its key interest rate to the highest level in 13 years on Thursday as policymakers around the world combat inflation fuelled by high energy prices, Russia’s war in Ukraine and lingering concerns about Covid. The central bank’s Monetary Policy Committee voted 6-3 to raise interest rates for a fourth consecutive … Bank of England ups interest rate to highest in 13 years
Oil prices climbed for a third straight session on Friday, shrugging off concerns about global economic growth as worries about tightening supplies underpinned prices ahead of an impending European Union embargo on Russian oil. Brent futures rose 84 cents, or 0.8%, to $111.74 a barrel by 0306 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude … Oil rises, defying stock market falls as supply concerns persist
Washington (TIP)-The US Securities and Exchange Commission added over 80 firms to its list of entities facing possible expulsion from American exchanges, which include China’s JD.com, Pinduoduo Inc, Bilibili Inc , and NetEase Inc. The SEC on Wednesday, May 4, expanded the list, consisting of US-listed Chinese entities, on a provisional line-up under a 2020 … Over 80 firms, including China’s JD.com, added to US Securities and Exchange Commission list facing delisting risk
Maintaining a flat belly means maintaining your overall health as well. A larger waistline can increase your risk of diabetes, heart diseases and even cancer. It is not easy to target just the belly fat when you are dieting. But losing weight overall can help you reduce the dangerous layers of fat on the belly, … Golden rules to reduce belly fat
We all know that the hair that has turned white will not become dark again, except by dyeing or colouring. This does not mean that we can continue to pluck out white hair. Beauty expert Shahnaz Husain says, “it is better not the pluck out white hair by the roots, as doing this repeatedly can … Avoid plucking grey hair
Ingredients Basmatic rice – 1 cup Coconut milk – 1 1/2 cup Green peas – 1/4 cup Radish – 1/4 cup, grated Carrot – 1/4 cup, grated Coconut – 1/4 cup, grated Onions – 2, chopped Bread slices – 4, crusts removed, sliced in small pieces Cashews – 5 Almonds – 5, soaked, peeled Black … Bread Biryani
Streaming platform Netflix Inc (NFLX.O) said on Sunday it had decided to stop work on Meghan Markle’s family series “Pearl” as it reviewed animated content. Dropping several projects, including Markle’s, was part of strategic decisions on production of animated series, the company said in a statement, without providing further details on its decision. Archewell Productions, … Netflix cancels Meghan Markle’s animated series ‘Pearl’
Aquaman actor Amber Heard choked back tears on Wednesday as she testified that ex-husband Johnny Depp physically abused her, starting with slaps after she laughed at one of his tattoos and escalating to a “cavity search” of her body for cocaine. Heard took the witness stand for the first time in a widely followed U.S. … Amber Heard tells jury Johnny Depp assaulted her
“Dave Chappelle was just assaulted on stage at his Hollywood Bowl show. He was finishing up his performance when a man ran on-stage and lunged at him knocking him to the floor. Security & his entourage then cornered the man as Dave joked about how him getting “stomped” backstage,” US reporter Sharon Carpenter, who was … ‘Was that Will Smith?’: Chris Rock jokes after Dave Chappelle attacked on stage
Actress Nora Fatehi has reportedly been cast in an important role in Pawan Kalyan’s next, ‘Hari Hara Veera Mallu’. In the upcoming period drama directed by Krish, Nora will essay the role of Roshanara Begum, Shah Jahan’s third daughter and (Aurangazeb’s sister), according to reports. The role was supposed to be played by Bollywood actress … Nora Fatehi Roped In For Pawan Kalyan’s ‘Hari Hara Veera Mallu’
Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor have never confirmed their plans of tying the knot. But now Malaika has said that the two are indeed thinking about the future of their relationship. She said that she knows Arjun is her man and the couple has been discussing “what next”. Malaika and Arjun have often been trolled … Malaika Arora hints at wedding plans with Arjun Kapoor
Actor Kriti Sanon posts one video with her co-star Kartik Aaryan, and the rumor mill goes into overdrive speculating that they are dating. But for her, it is just another “petty” thing to ignore. And she feels it is an outcome of the growing popularity of social media. “It is (result of) people’s need for … Kriti Sanon on link-up rumors: I wish I had that interesting life
Twinkletoes Madhuri Dixit has teamed up with Indo-American rapper, songwriter and singer Raja Kumari as she pays tribute to her Indian heritage with her latest song ‘Made In India’ created in collaboration with Metro Shoes. Madhuri says, “Having lived in the USA for a few years, I completely resonate with the sentiments with which Raja … Madhuri Dixit joins Raja Kumari’s upcoming anthem ‘Made In India’