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Microsoft Xbox Game Pass gets support for Surface Duo

Microsoft has announced that the Xbox Game Pass app for Android now officially supports the Surface Duo and its unique dual-screen setup. The company has been testing this with the Game Pass Beta app on Android for a handful of weeks, but now the feature is ready for prime, reports Windows Central.Xbox Game Pass support … Microsoft Xbox Game Pass gets support for Surface Duo

UK study finds long-term lung damage after COVID-19

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Researchers in the UK have identified persistent damage to lungs in COVID-19 patients at least three months after they were discharged from hospital, and in some cases the duration is even longer. The study, conducted by Sheffield and Oxford researchers using a cutting-edge method of imaging, said the damage was not detected by routine CT … UK study finds long-term lung damage after COVID-19

Two meters social distancing not enough as Covid airborne

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Maintaining social distance of two meters is not enough as coronavirus, that spreads via aerosol, can be carried up to 10 metres through the air, experts warned on Tuesday, adding that double masks, coupled with hand hygiene and proper ventilation could be the key to curb the spread. Coronavirus was earlier deemed to be spread … Two meters social distancing not enough as Covid airborne

Pesarattu Dosa & Allam Chutney

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By Tript Arora   Green gram dal is packed with healthy nutrients and is rich in potassium, magnesium and fiber. Moreover moong beans are low on fats and high in protein So it keeps you fuller for a longer time which helps in weight loss. So let us begin our day with crispy & healthy … Pesarattu Dosa & Allam Chutney

Singer Shreya Ghoshal welcomes baby boy

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It’s celebration time for Shreya Ghoshal and her husband Shiladitya as the couple welcomed their first child, a baby boy, on Satuday, May 22. Shreya took to Instagram to share the happy news and also thanked fans for their blessings. The singer wrote that the couple along with the family is ‘absolutely overjoyed’. Taking to … Singer Shreya Ghoshal welcomes baby boy

Shilpa Shetty, Paresh Rawal-starrer Hungama 2 to release on an OTT

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The sequel to the hit 2003 comedy movie Hungama, Hungama 2 will release on a major streaming platform, the makers shared on Monday. Hungama 2 features Shilpa Shetty, Paresh Rawal, Meezaan and Pranitha Subhash in the lead roles. Although the film was made for theatres, the makers have decided to go the digital way because … Shilpa Shetty, Paresh Rawal-starrer Hungama 2 to release on an OTT

At 45, Sushmita Sen ‘still makes big blunders in choices’

Actress Sushmita Sen, in her latest post on Instagram, shared that even at the age of 45, she “still makes big blunders in choices.” Sushmita didn’t write about the “big blunders” she has made in her post and shared it as one of her “life lessons.” The actress also wrote about the “coldness in being … At 45, Sushmita Sen ‘still makes big blunders in choices’

Robert Pattinson signs first-look overall deal with Warner Bros

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English actor Robert Pattinson has signed a first-look overall production deal that encompasses the whole spectrum of Warner divisions, including Warner Bros. Pictures, New Line Cinema, Warner Bros. Television and HBO Max. According to Variety, the deal, which represents the `Twilight` actor`s first foray into producing, also takes into account a range of releasing platforms, … Robert Pattinson signs first-look overall deal with Warner Bros

Jennifer Lopez ‘impressed’ as Ben Affleck makes ‘huge effort’ to rekindle romance?

Pop star Jennifer Lopez is said to be “impressed” with the way actor Ben Affleck has “stepped up his game” ever since they reportedly started dating again. This, even as Affleck was recently seen wearing a chain-link watch that Hollywood watchers insist is the same one that he used to wear when he was dating … Jennifer Lopez ‘impressed’ as Ben Affleck makes ‘huge effort’ to rekindle romance?

Henry Cavill to star in fantasy action drama Highlander reboot

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British star Henry Cavill is adding Highlander to the list of his big-budget fantasy projects. The actor, who plays Superman in DC movies, essays the titular character in Netflix series The Witcher and a gentle version of Sherlock Holmes in film franchise Enola Holmes, has been cast in one of the lead roles in Lionsgate’s … Henry Cavill to star in fantasy action drama Highlander reboot

States responsible for vaccine shortfall, claims govt, but silent on delay in procurement

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New Delhi (TIP): India’s top Covid-19 adviser Dr. V.K. Paul has said the states had coerced the Centre into expanding the availability of vaccines despite being aware of being inadequately prepared. The Centre has been facing heavy flak lately for falling vaccination rates – primarily caused by vaccine shortage – when the need of the … States responsible for vaccine shortfall, claims govt, but silent on delay in procurement

7 non-BJP-ruled states seek GST loss compensation

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New Delhi (TIP): Seven States ruled by the Congress and other Opposition parties have demanded that the Centre compensate tax losses to the States under the provisions of the Central Goods and Services Tax (GST) Act at the earliest and enhance the additional borrowing limit to 5% of the Gross State Domestic Product. The Finance … 7 non-BJP-ruled states seek GST loss compensation

Tarun Tejpal case: HC directs sessions court to remove anything that reveals identity of woman

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Mumbai (TIP): Referring to the Goa court judgment acquitting journalist Tarun Tejpal, the Bombay High Court on Thursday, May 27, directed the sessions court judge to redact the email ID of the survivor and the name of her husband and mother from the judgment before uploading it on the court website. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta … Tarun Tejpal case: HC directs sessions court to remove anything that reveals identity of woman

Govt orders continuation of Covid guidelines till June-end

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New Delhi (TIP): The Centre on Thursday, May 27,  directed states and union territories to continue the ongoing Covid-19 guidelines till June 30 and asked them to go for intensive and local containment measures in districts with a high number of cases to check the spread of the deadly disease. In a fresh order, Union … Govt orders continuation of Covid guidelines till June-end

Bajaj Healthcare launches drug to treat black fungus infection in COVID-19 patients

New Delhi (TIP): Bajaj Healthcare on Friday, May 28, launched Posaconazole API, used in treating Mucormycosis (black fungus) infection in COVID-19 patients. The company has received approval from FDA (Food and Drugs Administration) Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat (India), to manufacture and market Posaconazole API as approved medication for treating Mucormycosis in India, Bajaj Healthcare said in … Bajaj Healthcare launches drug to treat black fungus infection in COVID-19 patients

Withdraw new rules in Lakshadweep, Rahul urges PM

New Delhi (TIP): Former Congress president Rahul Gandhi has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, asking him to intervene and withdraw the new orders and regulations introduced by Lakshadweep Administrator Praful Khoda Patel. In the letter, written on Wednesday and released by the Congress on Thursday, Gandhi alleged that the new regulations and orders threaten … Withdraw new rules in Lakshadweep, Rahul urges PM

Revive MPLAD scheme in its true spirit and release funds, Om Birla urged

New Delhi (TIP) : Congress leader in the Lok Sabha Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury on Thursday, May 27, wrote to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to restart the Member of Parliament Local Area Development (MPLAD) scheme and make MPLAD funds available to MPs. Chowdhury said it is critical to have access to MPLAD funds because of … Revive MPLAD scheme in its true spirit and release funds, Om Birla urged

India’s daily Covid-19 cases fall to 186,364; death toll reaches 318,895

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New Delhi (TIP): India recorded 186,364 fresh cases of Covid-19 on Friday May 28, lowest in last 44 days since the March last year. The death toll was increased to 315,235 as 3,660 people succumbed to the viral disease over the last 24 hours, according to the Union health ministry’s dashboard on Friday, May 28. … India’s daily Covid-19 cases fall to 186,364; death toll reaches 318,895

Shortfall of 190 million doses by June as Covid surge in India affected supply: Covax

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United Nations (TIP): The “terrible” surge of the coronavirus cases in India has severely impacted Covax’s vaccine supply in the second quarter of this year to the extent that there will be a shortfall of 190 million doses by the end of June, according to a joint statement by the WHO, UNICEF, GAVI and CEPI. … Shortfall of 190 million doses by June as Covid surge in India affected supply: Covax

IMA lodges police complaint against Ramdev for spreading ‘misinformation about allopathic treatments’

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New Delhi (TIP): The Indian Medical Association (IMA) on Thursday, May 27, lodged a police complaint against yoga exponent Ramdev, seeking an FIR against him under the Epidemic Diseases Act, the Disaster Management Act, and other provisions of the Indian Penal Code, for allegedly casting doubts and spreading misinformation about allopathic treatments deliberately in order … IMA lodges police complaint against Ramdev for spreading ‘misinformation about allopathic treatments’

Memorial Day : Remembering the fallen heroes

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Memorial Day, May 31, for many Americans, conjures up images of hamburgers, hot dogs, swimming pools, and summertime . But the last Monday in May serves, most importantly, as a time to honor those who died while fighting in the U.S. Armed Forces. It’s a holiday steeped in somber American history and tradition. The day … Memorial Day : Remembering the fallen heroes

Why men are more likely to die of Covid — US study shows testosterone levels are key

A new US study could finally help answer why men are more likely to die from Covid-19 than women. The study, by researchers from the Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis, Missouri, revealed that men with low testosterone levels are more likely to require intensive care. However, the study, published in the journal … Why men are more likely to die of Covid — US study shows testosterone levels are key

Global Covid-19 caseload tops 169.6mn

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Washington (TIP): The overall global Covid-19 caseload has topped 168.7 million, while the deaths have surged to more than 3.52 million, according to the Johns Hopkins University. In its latest update on Friday, May 28, morning, the University’s Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) revealed that the current global caseload and death toll stood … Global Covid-19 caseload tops 169.6mn

World’s first man to get Covid-19 vaccine dies of unrelated illness in UK

William Shakespeare hit global headlines on December 8 last year when he became the first man to have the jab to fight against the coronavirus at the University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire An 81-year-old pensioner in the UK who made history when he became the first man in the world to have the COVID-19 vaccination … World’s first man to get Covid-19 vaccine dies of unrelated illness in UK

Indian-Origin Family Returns $1 Million Ticket to Woman who Discarded it 

Indian-Origin Family In US Returns $1 Million Ticket To Woman Who Discarded It

NEW YORK (TIP): A woman in the US state of Massachusetts threw away her shot at USD 1 million, but as luck would it, she got a second chance at the fortune, thanks to an Indian-origin family who returned the discarded lottery ticket to their long-time customer, earning appreciation for their honesty. Lea Rose Fiega bought … Indian-Origin Family Returns $1 Million Ticket to Woman who Discarded it 

Indian American Sikh man among 8 killed in shooting in San Jose

Indian American Sikh man among 8 killed in shooting in California

SAN JOSE (TIP): A 36-year-old Indian-origin Sikh man was among eight people killed in the horrific rail yard shooting in San Jose, according to media reports on Thursday, May 27. Taptejdeep Singh, born in India and raised in Union City, California, has left behind his wife, three-year-old son, one-year-old daughter, and a grieving Sikh community … Indian American Sikh man among 8 killed in shooting in San Jose

Indian American engineer Ravinder Singh Shergill who helped create USB specifications Honored by US Lawmaker

Indian American Punjab-born engineer Ravinder Singh Shergill who helped create USB specifications Honored by US Lawmaker

WASHINGTON (TIP):  A US lawmaker has honored Indian-American electrical engineer Ravinder Singh Shergill who held several patents related to disk storage and helped create the USB specifications. Shergill died on April 22 aged 64. “Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives to join me in honoring the life of … Indian American engineer Ravinder Singh Shergill who helped create USB specifications Honored by US Lawmaker

Indian American Arun Venkataraman Appointed to Key Administration Post

Indian American Arun Venkataraman Appointed To A Key Administration Post By Joe Biden

WASHINGTON (TIP):  US President Joe Biden has announced his intent to nominate Indian-American trade expert Arun Venkataraman to a key position in his administration related to foreign commercial service. Arun Venkataraman is the nominee for Director-General of the United States and Foreign Commercial Service and Assistant Secretary for Global Markets, Department of Commerce, the White … Indian American Arun Venkataraman Appointed to Key Administration Post

Indian-origin UK minister Priti Patel unveils US-style digital visas to count migrants

Indian-origin UK minister Priti Patel to unveil US-style digital visas to count migrants

LONDON (TIP); UK Home Secretary Priti Patel unveiled a new US-style digital visa regime at the country’s borders to measure immigration levels in and out of the country, according to UK media reports on Monday, May 24. The senior Indian-origin Cabinet minister confirmed the so-called “sweeping changes” to the UK’s immigration policy to “streamline” how … Indian-origin UK minister Priti Patel unveils US-style digital visas to count migrants

Indian-origin Mumbai-born Reuben brothers second richest in UK, Hindujas third in 2021 Rich List

Indian-origin Mumbai-born Reuben brothers second-richest in UK, Hindujas third in 2021 Rich List

LONDON (TIP):  Indian-origin Mumbai-born brothers David and Simon Reuben held on to their rank as the second richest in the UK with an estimated net worth of GBP 21.465 billion in the annual ‘Sunday Times Rich List’, topped by Russian-origin UK-US dual national Sir Leonard Blavatnik with an estimated fortune of GBP 23 billion. In … Indian-origin Mumbai-born Reuben brothers second richest in UK, Hindujas third in 2021 Rich List