Twitter labels Trump tweets with fact-checking warning

Apparently, the President's tweets aren't always factually accurate

Twitter tags Trump tweet with fact-checking warning

It is the first time the social media giant has said one of Donald Trump's tweets could be misleading.

In a first, Twitter fact-checks Trump's tweets

In a first, Twitter fact-checks Trump's tweets. Twitter highlighted 2 of Trump's tweets that falsely claimed mail-in ballots would lead to widespread voter fraud.

For first time, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Donald Trump tweets

For the first time, Twitter put a warning label under two posts by Donald Trump, prompting the US president to accuse the popular social media platform of "interfering" in the presidential election.

Trump threatens Twitter with ‘big action’ for flagging his tweets

Washington, May 27: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened Twitter with “big action” for tagging two of his tweets on mail-in voting with a fact-checking warning label.

Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by U.S. President Donald Trump, warning that his claims ...

Twitter is 'interfering' in US election, 'stifling' free speech, alleges Trump

On Tuesday, Twitter added a warning phrase to Trump's tweet that called mail-in ballots "fraudulent" and predicted that "mail boxes will be robbed".

Twitter is 'Interfering' in US Election, 'Stifling' Free Speech, Alleges Trump

US President Donald Trump has alleged that Twitter is "interfering" in the US election and 'completely stifling' free speech, after the social media

Twitter is 'interfering' in US election, 'stifling' free speech, alleges Donald Trump

On Tuesday, Twitter added a warning phrase to two of Trump tweets that called mail-in ballots

Donald Trump hits back at Twitter for flagging his tweets

It was the first time Twitter fact-checked Trump's tweets.Trump reacted: 'Twitter is now interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election

Twitter is ‘interfering’ in US election, ‘stifling’ free speech, alleges Donald Trump

On Tuesday, Twitter added a warning phrase to Trump's tweet that called mail-in ballots "fraudulent" and predicted that "mail boxes will be robbed,".

In A First, Twitter Flags Trump’s Tweets With Fact-Check Warning; He Alleges Curb On Free Speech

Twitter flagged two of his tweets claiming “mail-in ballots will be anything less than substantially fraudulent”.

Twitter labels Trump's tweets as misleading, US President hits back

Twitter's decision is likely to raise further questions about its willingness to consistently apply the label to other Trump's tweets

Twitter fact-checks Trump as US president cries vote meddling

Twitter has, for the first time, prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by US President Donald Trump, warning that his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact -checkers.

Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by US President Donald Trump, warning that his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers.

Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

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Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

SAN FRANCISCO, May 26 (Reuters) - Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by U.S. President Donald Trump, warning that his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers.

Twitter adds fact-check warning label to Trump’s tweets for first time

Twitter Inc. marked tweets by President Donald Trump with a fact-check warning label for the first time Tuesday, after the president falsely claimed mail-in...

Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by US President Donald Trump, warning his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers.

Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by U.S. President Donald Trump, warning that his claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact checkers.

Twitter interfering in 2020 election, says Trump after his tweets were labelled as misleading

Twitter interfering in 2020 election, says Trump after his tweets were labelled as misleading: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) hit back at Twitter for labelling his two tweets as misleading, saying the social media platform is

Donald Trump furious as Twitter fact-checks his tweets for the first time

Twitter said Trumps claims about mail-in ballots were false and had been debunked by fact-checkers, with the US president then accusing the social network of "stifling" his free speech

Donald Trump blasts Twitter for flagging his tweets with a fact-check warning

DONALD TRUMP has hit out at Twitter after several of his tweets were flagged with a fact-check warning for the first time. The US president has accused the social media platform of "interfering in the 2020 presidential election" and "completely stifling FREE SPEECH" after warnings were added to two tweets. In the two Tweets, Mr. Trump spoke out against the use of mail-in ballots in the upcoming US election, claiming they were "fraudulent" and warning"mail boxes will be robbed". However, under the posts, a link was added reading: "Get the facts about mail-in ballots". The link that takes users to a Twitter "moments" page offering fact checks and additional news stories related to Mr. Trump's, so far, unsubstantiated claims. Advertisement A “what you need to know” box also features on the page, highlighting three different claims about postal voting previously made by the president and the reasons why they are incorrect. Reacting to the addition of the two fact-heck warnings, Mr. Trump tweeted: "Twitter is now…

'Big Action to Follow': Donald Trump Threatens Twitter After it Adds Fact-Check Warnings to US President's Tweets

After Twitter conducted a fact check for the first time and tagged US President Donald Trump's tweets as 'potentially misleading information', latter threatens to take 'big action' against the micro-blogging site

Twitter issues fact check of Trump tweets for first time

The move, which almost immediately heightened tensions between Trump and the social media giant, came in the form of a label under two of the president’s tweets, which claimed that mail-in voter ballots are subject to extreme fraud

Trump accuses Twitter of 'stifling FREE SPEECH' after company adds fact checks to his tweets

President Trump on Tuesday night accused Twitter of "interfering" in the 2020 presidential election after the company attached a fact check to two of his tweets that made false claims about mail-in ballots. Trump declared that mail-in ballots are fraudulent, which led Twitter to include links in the tweets redirecting users to a page with facts on the issue. This was the first time Twitter has labeled Trump's tweets as being misleading, and he was quick to respond, claiming that the company is "completely stifling FREE SPEECH, and I, as President, will not allow it to happen!" Twitter did not delete any of his tweets, despite calls to do so by people directly affected by his messages, nor did the company ban his account. In a statement, a Twitter spokesperson said his tweets "contain potentially misleading information about the voting process and have been labeled to provide additional context." Trump dismissed Twitter's fact checking, saying the research was conducted by "Fake News CNN and the Amazon Washington…

Twitter: Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated'

The move drew a furious response from Trump.

Twitter issues fact check of Trump tweets for first time

Twitter issued a fact check of some of Donald Trump’s tweets on Tuesday, marking the first time the U.S. president’s favoured social media platform

Twitter adds fact-check warning to election posts by Donald Trump

Trump claimed postal voting would be “fraudulent” and that “mail boxes will be robbed”.

Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after tweets tagged

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to 'strongly regulate' or even shut down social media platforms after Twitter applied a fact-check to two of his tweets this week.

Trump threatens to ‘close down’ social media after tweets tagged

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to close down social media platforms after Twitter labelled two of his tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims.

Twitter Adds Fact-Check to Trump Tweet for 1st Time

Trump condemned the action taken by Twitter and claimed the company was "interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election"

Twitter issues fact check of Trump tweets for first time

Twitter issued a fact check of some of Donald Trump’s tweets on Tuesday, marking the first time the U.S. president’s favoured social media...

Trump threatens to 'close down' social media platforms

The spat began when Twitter labelled two of the US president's tweets as

UPDATED: Trump threatens to ‘close down’ social media

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to close down social media platforms after Twitter labelled two of his tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims. Twitter ...

Trump Threatens To ‘Close Down’ Social Media Platforms

Trump on Wednesday threatened to close down social media platforms after Twitter labelled two of his tweets

Twitter labels Trump tweets with a fact check for the first time

Twitter for the first time put a warning label under two posts by Donald Trump. Twitter highlighted two of Trump's tweets on Tuesday that falsely claimed mail-in ballots

Twitter slaps fact-check label on Trump’s tweets - US & Canada

Twitter slaps fact-check label on Trump tweets on mail-in ballots. Trump: Twitter is now interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election.

In a first, Twitter adds fact-check labels to Trump tweets on voting fraud

Site tells users to ‘get the facts about mail-in ballots’ on tweet claiming California’s mailed votes likely to be ‘substantially fraudulent.’

Twitter refutes inaccuracies in Trump tweets

Get the facts, people urged

Trump Hits Back At Twitter After It Calls His Tweets '"Unsubstantiated"

Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over truth-defying posts.

Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election' after it fact-checked his false tweets about voting by mail

Earlier in the day, Twitter added links to two of Trump's tweets prompting users to "get the facts" about mail-in ballots.

Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election' after it fact-checked his false tweets about voting by mail, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Earlier in the day, Twitter added links to two of Trump's tweets prompting users to "get the facts" about mail-in ballots.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election' after it fact-checked his false tweets about voting by mail

Earlier in the day, Twitter added links to two of Trump's tweets prompting users to "get the facts" about mail-in ballots.

Twitter calls Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for the first time

Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over truth-defying posts.

Twitter rejects Trump false tweets

SAN FRANCISCO, May 27, 2020 (AFP) - Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over truth-defying posts.

Twitter calls Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for the first time

San Francisco - Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over truth-defying posts.

Twitter stands up to Trump over facts

Twitter calls Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for the first time San Francisco, United States | AFP | Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets “unsubstantiated” and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over truth-defying posts. The move drew a furious …

Donald Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering' in US election

US President Donald Trump has alleged that Twitter is "interfering" in the US election and "completely stifling" free speech, after the social media network placed a fact-checking warning on one of

Trump threatens social media after Twitter fact-checks him

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering on Wednesday after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets. He turned to his Twitter account – where else? -- to tweet his threats. The president can’t unilaterally regulate or close the companies, and…

Trump accuses Twitter of ‘interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election’ after it fact-checked his false tweets about voting by mail

President Donald Trump on Tuesday accused Twitter of “interfering” in the 2020 election after it fact-checked two of his tweets pushing conspiracies about voting by mail.

Twitter calls Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for the first time

Twitter calls Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for the first time

Twitter calls Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for the first time

Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets

In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets

For the first time, Twitter has flagged some of President Donald Trump's tweets with a fact-check warning.

Twitter fact checks Trump's tweet, Trump says it is stifling free speech

Micro-blogging site Twitter has labeled some of US President Donald Trump's tweets as "potentially misleading" and Trump is certainly not happy with Twitter's new discovery.

In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets

For the first time, Twitter has flagged some of President Donald Trump's tweets with a fact-check warning.On Tuesday, Twitter added a warning phrase to two Trump tweets that called mail-in ballots “fraudulent” and predicted that “mail boxes will be robbed,” among other things. Under the tweets, there is now a link reading “Get the facts about mail-in ballots” that guides users to a Twitter “moments” page with fact checks and news stories about Trump’s unsubstantiated claims.Until now, the president has simply blown past Twitter’s half-hearted attempts to enforce rules intended to promote civility and “healthy” conversation on its most prominent user.

Twitter fact-checks inaccuracies in Donald Trump's tweets after years of espousing hands-off approach with president

Twitter added information to refute the inaccuracies in President Donald Trump’s tweets for the first time on Tuesday, after years of pressure over its inaction on his false and threatening posts

Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets

In a statement, Twitter said Trump’s vote-by-mail tweets “contain potentially misleading information about voting processes

Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets

In a statement, Twitter said Trump’s vote-by-mail tweets “contain potentially misleading information about voting processes

Trump to sign executive order on social media amid Twitter furor

‘Big Tech is doing everything in their very considerable power to CENSOR in advance of the 2020 Election,’ Trump tweets.

Twitter fact-checks Trump’s tweets; here’s how the US President reacted

Twitter’s CEO Jack Dorsey had announced last year that the company will ban all political advertising in a move that attempted to decrease misinformation and political lineage of the platform.

Trump to sign executive order on social media today, says White House

WASHINGTON, May 28 — US President Donald Trump will sign an executive order on social media companies today, White House officials said after Trump threatened to shut down the platform he accused of stifling conservative voices. The officials, who spoke to reporters travelling with Trump to...

Trump accuses Twitter of ‘interfering’ in presidential election after fact check

President Trump accused Twitter of election interference after the social media giant fact-checked two of his tweets in an unprecedented move. “@Twitter is now interfering in the 2020 Presidential

Trump threatens to shut down social media giants as Twitter uses fact-check feature on his claims

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies for stifling conservative voices, a day after Twitter attached a warning to some of his tweets prompting readers to fact check the president's claims.

Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Donald Trump tweets

The site has included a link to fact checks about the claims.

Trump threatens to shut down social media companies

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies, one day after Twitter added a warning to some of his tweets.

Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Donald Trump tweets

The site has included a link to fact checks about the claims.

In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets

For the first time, Twitter has flagged some of President Donald Trump's tweets with a fact-check warning. On Tuesday, Twitter added a warning phrase to two Trump tweets that called mail-in ballots “fraudulent” and predicted that “mail boxes will be robbed,” among other things. Under the tweets, there is now a link reading “Get the facts about mail-in ballots” that guides

Trump threatens social media shutdown over Twitter fact-check label

Trump threatens social media shutdown over Twitter fact-check label

Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after tweets tagged

The tweets in question violated a recently expanded Twitter policy, said the San Francisco-based company.

Trump threatens to shut down social media companies after Twitter fact check

President Donald Trump threatened to regulate or shutter social media companies — a warning apparently aimed at Twitter Inc. after it began fact-checking his tweets.

Trump threatens to 'strongly regulate' social media platforms after Twitter labels his tweets

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to 'strongly regulate' or even shut down social media platforms after Twitter applied a fact-check to two of his tweets this week.

Trump accuses Twitter of interfering in US elections

President Donald Trump has accused Twitter of interfering in the 2020 U.S. election scheduled for Nov. 3 after the microblogging service

Donald Trump threatens social media companies after tweets get warning labels

He's not impressed.

After fact check by Twitter, Trump threatens social media

President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets.

Trump threatens social media after Twitter fact-checks him

President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering a day after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets.

Trump threatens to ‘close down’ social media after Twitter fact check

President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering a day after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets.

Trump threatens social media after Twitter fact-checks him

President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened social media companies with new regulation or even shuttering a day after Twitter added fact checks to two of his tweets.

Twitter is 'interfering' in the US election, 'stifling' free speech, says US President Donald Trump

The Trump Campaign alleged that Twitter was interfering with the president getting his message through to voters.

Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Donald Trump tweets

Twitter has flagged tweets from US president Donald Trump with a fact-check warning. The social media site added a warning phrase to two of Mr Trump’s tweets in which he called postal voting “fraudulent” and predicted that “mail boxes will be robbed”. Under the tweets, there is now a link reading “Get the facts about mail-in ballots” that guides users to a Twitter Moments page with fact checks and news stories about Mr Trump’s unsubstantiated claims.

Twitter adds fact-check labels to Trump’s tweets on mail-in voting

Micro-blogging site Twitter has tagged two tweets of US President Donald Trump on mail-in voting with a fact-checking warning label.

Twitter labels Trump tweets ‘unsubstantiated’ for first time

Twitter labelled two of United States President, Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday.

Twitter Adds ‘Misleading’ Warning To Donald Trump’s Tweets For The First Time

Twitter has marked two of Donald Trump’s Twitter posts as “potentially misleading.”

Where will Trump rant if not on Twitter? He threatens to close down social media

Ironically, the president used Twitter itself to threaten its closure after the platform flagged two of his tweets as unsubstantiated

Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after tweets tagged

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to close down social media platforms after Twitter labelled two of his tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims.

Always-on-Twitter Trump threatens on Twitter to shut down Twitter!

The latest of the president's rants came after the platform flagged two of his tweets as unsubstantiated.

Trump threatens to 'shut down' social media sites  - US & Canada

US President says conservative voices are silenced on social media after Twitter fact-checks several of his posts.

Trump accuses Twitter of 2020 election interference after the platform fact-checks his false tweets

Donald Trump has lashed out at Twitter, accusing the site of not only interfering in the 2020 presidential elections, but also of standing in the way of free speech.

Twitter's fact-check label prompts Trump threat to shut down social media companies

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies for stifling conservative voices, a day after ...

Trump to sign executive order on social media Thursday

President Trump is set to sign an executive order "pertaining to social media" on Thursday, White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany told reporters Wednesday.She did not offer any further details.

Trump Threatens To Shut Social Media Companies After Twitter Fact Check

President Donald Trump threatened to regulate or shutter social media companies -- a warning apparently aimed at Twitter after it began fact-checking his tweets. From a report: In a pair of tweets issued Wednesday morning from his iPhone, Trump said that social media sites are trying to silence cons...

Donald Trump threatens to 'strongly regulate or close' social media for trying to 'silence conservative voices' after Twitter fact-checks two of his 'misleading' tweets

Donald Trump demanded social media platforms 'clean up your act' as he warned his administration will begin to regulate such websites after Twitter, for the first time ever, fact-checked his tweets.

Trump Accuses Twitter Of ‘Interfering’ In Election For Fact Checking His False Claim About Mail-In Voting

President Donald Trump flew into a rage on Tuesday night after Twitter used its new fact checking feature to correct...

Twitter places fact-checking label on Trump tweets for first time

May 26 (UPI) -- Twitter placed labels indicating potentially harmful or misleading information on a pair of President Donald Trump's tweets for the first time Tuesday since introducing the feature.

Trump threatens to ‘close down’ social media after tweets tagged

Washington, United States | AFP | US President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to shutter social media platforms after Twitter for the first time acted against his false tweets, prompting the enraged Republican to double down on unsubstantiated claims and conspiracy theories. Twitter tagged just two of Trump’s tweets in which he’d claimed that more mail-in voting …

Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

Twitter has for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by United States President Donald Trump.

Twitter adds fact-check label to Donald Trump tweets for first time

In a pair of tweets issued Wednesday morning from his iPhone, Trump said that social media sites are trying to silence conservative voices, and need to change course or face action.

Twitter labels Trump tweets as 'unsubstantiated' for first time

Trump's tweets contended without evidence that mail-in voting would lead to fraud and a "Rigged Election".

Trump to sign executive order on social media on Thursday: White House

U.S. President Donald Trump will sign an executive order on social media companies on Thursday, White House officials said after Trump threatened ...

Trump threatens shut down social media platforms after Twitter put a disinformation warning on his false tweets

President Donald Trump threatened to close down social media platforms if they censor conservative voices, after Twitter on Tuesday tagged one of his messages with a fact check warning.

Trump claims Twitter is 'interfering in the 2020 presidential election' by fact-checking tweets

President Trump fired back at Twitter after it appended a fact-checking label to two of his tweets in which he claimed mail-in ballots will lead to voter fraud.

Trump threatens to shutter social media companies over alleged election interference

Trump’s warning represented an escalation of his previous rhetoric targeting the tech giants over purported bias against conservative expression.

Twitter tags Trump tweet with fact check warning, US president furious

Twitter labelled two Donald Trump tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president ove…

Twitter labels Trump's false claims with warning for first time

President rails against decision after his tweets on mail-in voting are marked with message: ‘Get the facts’Twitter for the first time took action against a series of tweets by Donald Trump, labeling them with a warning sign and providing a link to further information.Since ascending to the US presidency

Trump threatens to regulate or shut down social media companies

WASHINGTON: United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday (May 27) threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies, one day after ...

WATCH | Twitter labels Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for first time

Twitter labelled two of Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US President over truth-defying posts.

Trump Threatens to Shut Social Media Companies After Twitter Fact Check

President Donald Trump threatened to regulate or shutter social media companies -- a warning apparently aimed at Twitter Inc. after it began fact-checking his tweets.

Trump threatens social media after Twitter fact check

The US President claims he will "regulate" or shut down social media companies after Twitter added a fact-check warning to his tweets which spread falsehoods.

White House organizes harassment of Twitter employee as Trump threatens company

The Twitter employee is now facing death threats.

Trump to sign executive order on social media on Thursday - White House

U.S. President Donald Trump will sign an executive order on social media companies on Thursday, White House officials said after Trump threatened ...

Twitter fact-checks Trump tweet for the first time

Donald Trump frequently amplifies misinformation, spreads abuse and uses his pulpit to personally attack private citizens and public figures alike — all forbidden under Twitter's official rules.

Twitter labels Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for first time

Twitter labelled two of Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US President over truth-defying posts.

BREAKING: Trump threatens to shut down social media platforms

BREAKING: TrumU.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies, one day after Twitter Inc...

Twitter labels two Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated'

Twitter has labelled two of Donald Trump's tweets "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims, a first for the social network which has long resisted calls to censure the US president over some of his questionable posts.

Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering' with US elections after fact checking warning | ZDNet

The US President also accused Twitter of 'stifling free speech'.

Trump Suggests Shuttering Social Media Platforms After Twitter Adds Fact-Check to His Tweets

President claimed without proof that social media platforms 'silence' conservatives voices

Trump threatens to shut social media companies after Twitter fact check

Although there is no evidence that the US president has the ability to do so.

Twitter has started fact-checking Donald Trump

A pair of Donald Trump’s tweets that made unsubstantiated claims about mail-in voting were appended on Tuesday with links pointing readers to news stories fact-checking him.

'Potentially Misleading Information': In a First, Twitter Adds Fact-check Warnings to Trump's Tweets

The label was imposed on two tweets Trump posted on Tuesday claiming that "mail-in ballots will be anything less than substantially fraudulent" and would result in "a rigged election", Xinhua reported. It was the first time Twitter fact-checked Trump's tweets.

Twitter fact-checks Donald Trump for the first time

Mail boxes will be robbed, ballots will be forged & even illegally printed out & fraudulently signed, the U.S. President tweeted, singling out the Governor of California.

In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets

The US President said Twitter's fact-check warning is stifling freedom of expression and accused the platform of interfering in the US presidential elections.

Trump vs Twitter: US President threatens to shut down social media

US News: Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to shut down social media after Twitter censured him mildly, adding a fact check notification to two of his tweet

Trump threatens to shutter social media companies after Twitter warning

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Trump accuses Twitter of 'interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election' after it fact-checked his false tweets about voting by mail

President Donald Trump accused Twitter on Tuesday of "interfering in the 2020 Presidential Election" after it fact-checked two of his tweets pushing conspiracies about voting by mail in California.

Twitter places fact-check notification on Trump tweet about mail-in ballots

Twitter on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by U.S. President Donald Trump, warning readers his ...

Twitter labels Trump's false claims with warning for first time

President rails against decision after his tweets on mail-in voting are marked with message: ‘Get the facts’

Donald Trump threatens to shut social media companies After Twitter fact check

In a pair of tweets issued Wednesday morning from his iPhone, Trump said that social media sites are trying to silence conservative voices, and need to change course or face action.Twitter shares fell 1.65% in early trading in New York after Donald Trump’s tweet

In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets

US News: For the first time, Twitter has flagged some of President Donald Trump's tweets with a fact-check warning. On Tuesday, Twitter added a warning phrase

Trump threatens to shutter social media companies after Twitter warning

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies, one day after Twitter Inc for the first time added a warning to some of his tweets prompting readers to fact check the president's claims.

Donald Trump Threatens To Close Down Social Media Platforms on a Social Media Platform

US President, Donald Trump, has today threatened to close down social media platforms over the fear that they “silence” conservative voice. In a spirited rant on his favourite social network, Twitter, he said that the ruling party will “strongly regulate” or “close them down” over this issue. “Republicans feel that Social Media Platforms totally silence […]

In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Donald Trump tweets

Twitter added a warning phrase to two Trump tweets that called mail-in ballots 'fraudulent'.

Twitter declines request from widower to remove Trump’s false tweets suggesting MSNBC host murdered man’s wife | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The widower of Lori Klausutis, whose death President Donald Trump has used to smear MSNBC host Joe Scarborough, is asking Twitter to remove the president’s tweets on the subject.

Trump threatens to shutter social media companies after Twitter warning

WASHINGTON, May 27 — US President Donald Trump today threatened to regulate or shut down social media companies, one day after Twitter Inc for the first time added a warning to some of his tweets prompting readers to fact check the president’s claims. Trump, without offering any evidence,...

Trump threatens social media after Twitter puts warning on his false claims

President vows to ‘strongly regulate’ or shutter platforms that ‘silence conservative voices’ a day after Twitter added warning label on falsehoods

'Close them down': Trump threatens to regulate or shutter social media platforms after Twitter fact-check

President Trump threatened to close social media companies following Twitter's decision to place a fact-checking alert below a few of his tweets.

Trump tweets are now labelled as “potentially misleading”

On the 26th May, Twitter labeled two tweets from United States President Donald Trump as “potentially misleading”. This is the first time Twitter has fact-checked the president, after announcing last month that they would remove tweets making unverified claims that could “incite people to action and cause widespread panic, social unrest or large-scale disorder”.

Trump threatens to 'close down' social media after tweets tagged

US President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to shutter social media platforms after Twitter for the first time acted against his false tweets, prompting the enraged Republican to double down on unsubstantiated claims and conspiracy theories.

Twitter calls Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for the first time

Twitter labeled two tweets by U.S. President Donald Trump "unsubstantiated" and accused him of making false claims Tuesday, a first for the social network

Donald Trump threatens to shut down social media as Twitter fact-checks him

President Trump hit out hours after Twitter added a 'misleading information' tag to his tweets to flag up inaccuracies

'Absolutely no legal authority': Trump's threats to shut down Twitter are 'totally asinine' and reek of censorship, according to legal experts

Trump has long made unsubstantiated claims that social-media platforms are biased against and "silence" conservative users.

'Absolutely no legal authority': Trump's threats to shut down Twitter are 'totally asinine' and reek of censorship, according to legal experts, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Trump has long made unsubstantiated claims that social-media platforms are biased against and "silence" conservative users.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Trump threatens to regulate or close down social media platforms

The threat came a day after microblogging service provider, Twitter, labelled his tweet on voting by mail as misleading

Twitter calls out US President Donald Trump, he responds

Twitter had on Tuesday for the first time prompted readers to check the facts in tweets sent by Trump.

Donald Trump Threatens Regulation or Shutdown of Social Media Companies

President Donald Trump on Wednesday warned social media companies to stop silencing conservatives on their platforms or face a stiff penalty.

Flashback: How Twitter Began Labeling 'Misinformation'

Twitter recently added a "fact check" to President Trump's tweets relating to his concerns about mail-in voting fraud. Here is how Twitter made the decision to suddenly start fact-checking public figures on its platform.

Trump threatens to shut down social-media platforms after Twitter put a fact-check warning on his false tweets

"We will strongly regulate, or close them down, before we can ever allow this to happen," President Donald Trump tweeted early Wednesday.

Twitter issues fact check of Trump's tweets for first time

The label says “Get the facts about mail-in ballots,” and then redirects users to news articles and a bulleted list refuting Mr Trump’s claims.

Twitter places fact-check notification on Donald Trump tweet about mail-in ballots

Twitter on Tuesday placed a notification fact-checking tweets sent by US President Donald Trump claiming that mail-in ballots will be "substantially fraudulent" and result in a "rigged election." The

Trump threatens to shut social media companies after Twitter fact-checks his tweets

President Donald Trump threatened to regulate or shutter social media companies – a warning apparently aimed at Twitter Inc after it began fact-checking his tweets.

In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets

The social media giant highlighted two of Trump’s tweets that falsely claimed mail-in ballots would lead to widespread voter fraud.

Trump threatens to shut down social-media platforms after Twitter put a fact-check warning on his false tweets

"We will strongly regulate, or close them down, before we can ever allow this to happen," President Donald Trump tweeted early Wednesday.

Trump Campaign: Twitter 'Fact Check' Proof of Silicon Valley Obstruction

President Donald Trump's reelection campaign on Tuesday reacted to the news that Twitter had fact-checked the president's tweet.

Trump threatens social media shutdown amid checks from Twitter

The tension between social networking platform, Twitter, and Donald Trump, escalated on Wednesday when Mr Trump reacted angrily to a fact-check

Trump threatens to close social media platforms following Twitter spat

There have long been complaints from the right that online platforms censor conservative opinions because of a liberal bias. Now after being fact-checked by Twitter, Donald Trump has threatened to close down social media platforms.

Trump accuses Twitter of 'stifling' free speech after fact check

President Trump on Tuesday evening accused Twitter of “stifling FREE SPEECH” and interfering in the 2020 election by fact-checking one of his tweets on the issue of voting by mail.

Trump Miffed With Fact Check Warning On His Tweets, Says Twitter Interfering In US Elections 2020

After Twitter added a warning label for misleading information on a series of tweets by US President Donald Trump regarding 'Mail-in' voting, he is claimed that the social media site is interfering in the US Presidential elections.

Twitter, other tech giants defeat free speech and censorship lawsuit by right-wing activist

Twitter and several other social media giants defeated a lawsuit by right-wing activist Laura Loomer and the conservative group Freedom Watch in the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals on Wednesday, in a case that highlighted Republican frustrations with what they perceive as pervasive online censorship -- and the challenges they face in doing something about it.

Trump threatens to shut down social media

US President Donald Trump has threatened to shut down social media after Twitter put a fact-check label on some of his tweets.  There has been criticism against social media platforms

Twitter Comes Under Attack From Trump’s Supporters

After the social media company labeled two of the president’s tweets as inaccurate on Tuesday, his adherents pounced.

Twitter fact-checker has history of politically charged posts

"I think if you run a company like Twitter you'd probably first look at what that individual would put out on Twitter themselves,” McCarthy told reporters outside the Capitol in reference to

Head of Site Integrity & Election Security at Twitter Thinks There Are “Actual Nazis in the White House”

But you can trust him to be impartial.

Donald Trump threatens to “close down social media” after Twitter puts warning on his tweet

US president, Donald Trump has threatened to close down social media platforms, a day after Twitter posted a fact-checking notice on one of his tweets. Trump's threat comes a day after Twitter Inc. for the first

Donald Trump threatens to shut social media companies after Twitter fact check

There is no evidence that Donald Trump has the ability to shut down social media networks, which are run by publicly traded companies and used by billions of people all over the world.

Twitter fact checks Donald Trump

Twitter has labelled two tweets from US President, Donal Trump as unsubstantiated and accused him of making false claims on Tuesday. This is for the first time that Twitter has taken such action after resisting for long calls to censure the US President.

Twitter calls Trump tweets 'unsubstantiated' for the first time

Twitte­r target­ed two tweets Presid­ent Trump posted in which he made claims withou­t eviden­ce

US revokes Hong Kong special status as furor grows on China law

The US law says that Hong Kong would lose the trading advantages, including lower tariffs, that it enjoys with the world's largest economy.

US to Pull Hong Kong’s Special Status as China Tightens Grip

No longer considering the territory autonomous from China, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced Wednesday that the United States will work toward stripping Hong Kong of special diplomatic status.

Pompeo told Congress Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China. Here’s what that means.

The secretary of state made the declaration as China prepares to pass a controversial national security law.

United States declares Hong Kong has lost autonomy from China

"It is now clear that China is modelling Hong Kong after itself."

Hong Kong Protests United States China

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has notified Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland China, setting the stage for the U.S. to withdraw the former British colony’s preferential trade and financial status it has enjoyed since it reverted to Chinese

Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer warrants special US treatment

WASHINGTON, May 28 — US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said yesterday China had undermined Hong Kong's autonomy so fundamentally that the territory no longer warranted special treatment under US law, a potentially big blow to its status as a major financial hub. Pompeo's certification to the US...

Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer warrants special US treatment

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says China has undermined Hong Kong's autonomy as the US considers ending favourable tariffs in a blow to its status as a financial hub.

Hundreds held as HK police use pepper pellets to disperse protest

Hong Kong police have fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters as hundreds of people gathered in the centre of the financial hub to oppose a controversial bill on China's national anthem and a planned move by Beijing to impose a national security law on the semi-autonomous territory.

Protesters mass in Hong Kong as anthem law is debated

HONG KONG (AP) — Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city.Police massed outside the legislative building ahead of the session and warned protesters that if they did not disperse, they could be prosecuted.In the Central business district, police raised flags warning protesters to disperse before they shot pepper balls at the crowd and searched several people. More than 50 people in the Causeway Bay shopping district were rounded up and made to sit outside a shopping mall, while riot police with pepper spray patrolled and warned journalists to stop filming.

Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China

The notice brings the future of Hong Kong squarely into the administration's numerous battles with China that have put the world's two largest economies at odds.

Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer warrants special pre-1997 treatment

Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer warrants special pre-1997 treatment

Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China

U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has notified Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland China, setting the stage for the U.S. to withdraw the former British colony's preferential trade and financial status it has enjoyed since it reverted to Chinese rule 23 years ago.

Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China

US News: WASHINGTON: Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has notified Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland.

Pompeo officially declares Hong Kong ‘no longer autonomous,’ slams China intervention

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday officially declared that Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China, days after Beijing moved to impose new national security legislation on the territory.

Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China, which could mean the US ends the city's special trade status

"No reasonable person can assert today that Hong Kong maintains a high degree of autonomy from China, given facts on the ground," Pompeo said.

Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China, which could mean the US ends the city's special trade status

"No reasonable person can assert today that Hong Kong maintains a high degree of autonomy from China, given facts on the ground," Pompeo said.

Pompeo declares Hong Kong 'no longer autonomous' from China

United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has notified the US Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland China.

Thousands of protesters gather in Hong Kong amid Chinese anthem law debate

Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autono…

US declares Hong Kong no longer enjoying autonomy

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo declared Wednesday that Hong Kong no longer enjoys the autonomy promised by Beijing, stripping the financial hub of its special status under US law. Hours before Beijing will hold a key vote on a controversial new security law on Hong Kong, Pompeo sent a notice to Congress

Pompeo: 'Hong Kong does not continue to warrant' special US treatment amid China crackdown

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo took a milestone step toward stripping Hong Kong of the special status that for decades has governed economic relations with the United States, citing Chinese encroachments on the territory.

U.S. says Hong Kong no longer autonomous

'No reasonable person can assert today that Hong Kong maintains a high degree of autonomy from China, given facts on the ground,' says US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo

Hong Kong's autonomy from China gone: Pompeo

China News: The United States on Wednesday revoked Hong Kong's special status under US law, paving the way to strip trading privileges for the financial hub as W

Pompeo: China has taken Hong Kong’s autonomy away

‘No reasonable person can assert today that Hong Kong maintains a high degree of autonomy from China, given facts on the ground,’ said the US secretary of state.

Hong Kong no longer qualifies as autonomous under China, says Pompeo

Hong Kong, an economic powerhouse, is a Special Administrative Region of China

U.S. strips Hong Kong of special trading status

Hours before Beijing will hold a key vote on a controversial new security law on Hong Kong, Mr. Pompeo sent a notice to Congress that China was not living up to obligations from before it regained control of the territory from Britain in 1997.

Protesters mass in Hong Kong as anthem law is debated

AP Hong Kong Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalisi

U.S. won't certify Hong Kong's autonomy from China, jeopardizing trade status

May 27 (UPI) -- Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Wednesday he has officially notified Congress that Hong Kong is in effect no longer autonomous from mainland China.

Hong Kong 'no longer autonomous from China' - Pompeo

The US secretary of state says the territory no longer merits special treatment under US laws.

Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China

US News: Secretary of State of Mike Pompeo has notified Congress that the Trump administration no longer regards Hong Kong as autonomous from mainland China. “

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China

''Hong Kong does not continue to warrant treatment under United States laws in the same manner as U.S. laws were applied to Hong Kong before July 1997," Pompeo said in a statement.

Protesters mass in Hong Kong as anthem law is debated

Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city.

Protesters mass in Hong Kong as anthem law is debated

Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city.

Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests

Hong Kong police cast a dragnet around the financial hub's legislature on Wednesday, firing pepper-ball rounds and arresting hundreds.

Hong Kong police arrest hundreds and fire pepper pellets amid fresh unrest

The latest clashes come as MPs debate a bill to criminalise insulting China's national anthem.

U.S. Says Hong Kong’s Autonomy Is Gone, Sowing China Trade Doubt

The move could have far-reaching consequences for global trade.

Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests

Hong Kong police cast a dragnet around the financial hub's legislature on Wednesday, firing pepper-ball rounds and arresting hundreds as they stamped down on protests against a bill banning insults to China's national anthem.

Hong Kong police clamp down on national anthem law protests

Hong Kong police cast a dragnet around the financial hub's legislature on Wednesday and fired pepper-pellet rounds in the commercial district as they stamp

Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests

(UPDATED) In a statement police say they 'respect the right of residents to express their views peacefully, but it must be carried out legally'

Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests

Police said more than 300 people were arrested, mostly on suspicion of holding an unlawful assembly. Live images showed many of those detained were teenagers.

Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem bill

Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday as activists called for protests against a bill to criminalize disrespect of the Chinese anthem, amid soaring tensions over perceived threats to the city's freedoms.

US says Hong Kong’s autonomy is gone, sowing China trade doubt

Secretary of State Michael Pompeo announced the decision Wednesday, a week after the government in Beijing declared its intention to pass a national security law curtailing the rights and freedoms of Hong Kong citizens

Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem bill

Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday as activists called for protests against a bill to criminalise disrespect of the Chinese anthem, amid soaring tensions over

Hong Kong police stamp out national anthem law protests

Rest of World News: HONG KONG: Hong Kong police cast a dragnet around the financial hub's legislature on Wednesday, firing pepper-ball rounds and arresting hundreds as th.

Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem bill

Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday as activists called for protests against a bill to criminalise disrespect of the Chinese anthem, amid soaring tensions over perceived threats to the city's freedoms.

Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem Bill

HONG KONG: Hong Kong deployed riot police around the Legislative Council on Wednesday (May 27) as activists called for protests against a Bill to ...

Riot police shield Hong Kong legislature as protests gather against anthem bill

Hundreds of riot police took up positions and authorities erected a two-metre (6 feet) wall made of plastic barriers filled with water around the Legislative Council, extending across a park up to Victoria Harbour.

Thousands of protesters gather in Hong Kong before legislators debate national anthem law

In the Central business district, police shot pepper balls at protesters and searched several people.

China-Hong Kong standoff: Riot police shield Legislative Council as protests heat up

Police said they had arrested at least 16 people, aged 14-40, involved in crimes including possession of offensive weapons, possession of tools for illegal use and dangerous driving

Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets to disperse protests over security bill

Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre on Wednesday, as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations. Police also surrounded the Legislative Council where a bill was due to be debated that would criminalize disrespect of…

Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets to disperse protests over security bill

Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre on Wednesday, as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations.

Hong Kong police arrest hundreds and fire pepper balls at protesters

Scores stopped and searched as lawmakers debate proposed law on Chinese national anthem

Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets to disperse rally

Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the city as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations.

Trump is ‘displeased’ with China’s new security law for Hong Kong

US President Donald Trump is “displeased” with China’s new national security law for Hong Kong, the White House has said, amid rising tensions between Washington and Beijing in the wake of the coronav

Hong Kong Protests

Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong before lawmakers later Wednesday debate a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city. Police massed outside the legislative building ahead of the meeting and warned protesters

Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets as protests flare in financial heart

HONG KONG, May 27 — Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre today, as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations. Police also surrounded the Legislative Council where a bill was due to...

Protesters gather in Hong Kong before anthem law is debated

Police raised flags warning protesters to disperse as dozens of people were arrested.

U.S. Move on Hong Kong Leaves Trump With Tough-or-Gentle Options

He could take a lighter touch with modest sanctions aimed at putting China on notice. Or he could unleash a far harsher approach that would curtail the former U.K. colony’s special trading status with the U.S., potentially imperiling its position as a global financial hub.

Protesters gather in Hong Kong before anthem law is debated

Police raised flags warning protesters to disperse as dozens of people were arrested.

Protesters gather in Hong Kong before anthem law is debated

Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans in Hong Kong before legislators later debate a bill criminalising abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city.

Hong Kong protests over law to ban ridicule of China's national anthem

Demonstrators gathered at Hysan Place shopping mall on May 27.

Police surround Hong Kong legislature before anthem debate

HONG KONG — Police massed outside Hong Kong’s legislature complex Wednesday before lawmakers debate a bill that would criminalize abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the semi-autonomous city.

Donald Trump ‘displeased’ with China’s new security law for Hong Kong: White House

The bill which is set to be approved by the National People's Congress, regarded as the rubber-stamp parliament for its routine approval of proposals by the ruling Communist Party of China (CPC), comes in the backdrop of relentless agitation by the local Hong Kong people/

National anthem bill reignites Hong Kong unrest

Riot police clashed with office workers on their lunch break in Hong Kong on Wednesday after a bill which would outlaw insults to China's national anthem became the latest trigger for unrest.

Pompeo Certifies Hong Kong No Longer Autonomous from China

Pompeo announced Wednesday that he certified to Congress that Hong Kong does not continue to warrant special treatment.

Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets to disperse protests over security bill

Hong Kong police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial center on Wednesday and arrested about 240 people as national security legislation proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations.

Security tight as Hong Kong set to debate China national anthem bill

HONG KONG — Hundreds of riot police took up posts in and around Hong Kong’s financial district on Wednesday ahead of a debate at the city’s Legislative Council over a bill that would criminalize disrespect of China’s national anthem.

Hong Kong police arrest 300 as thousands protest over security laws

HONG KONG, May 27 (Reuters) - Police in Hong Kong fired pepper pellets and made 300 arrests as thousands of people took to the streets on Wednesday to voice anger over national security legislation proposed by China, that has raised international alarm over freedoms in the city.

Security tight as Hong Kong set to debate China national anthem bill

The anthem bill is set for a second reading today and is expected to be turned into law next month

Pompeo: Hong Kong no longer warrants favourable trading terms under US law

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said he had certified on Wednesday to Congress that Hong Kong no longer warranted special treatment under U.S. law in the same way that applied when the territory was s…

Security tight as Hong Kong set to debate China national anthem bill

The anthem bill is set for a second reading today and is expected to be turned into law next month

300 Arrested As Thousands Protest In Hong Kong Over China's Proposed Law

Police in Hong Kong fired pepper pellets and made 300 arrests as thousands of people took to the streets on Wednesday to voice anger over national security legislation proposed by China, that has raised international alarm over freedoms in the city.

Hong Kong police target office workers in lunch-time crackdown

Hong Kong police fired pepper-spray balls at office workers and arrested more than 50 people for protesting against controversial new laws to be imposed by Beijing.    

Pompeo Declares Hong Kong No Longer Autonomous From China

It now falls to Trump to decide to end some, all or none of the economic privileges Hong Kong currently enjoys.

300 held as thousands protest over security laws in Hong Kong

Police in Hong Kong fired pepper pellets and made 300 arrests as thousands of people took to the streets on Wednesday to voice anger over national security legislation proposed by China that has raised international alarm over freedoms in the city.

Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets, arrest 300

Thousands take to the streets to protest against national security legislation proposed by China

Security tight as Hong Kong set to debate China national anthem bill

The proposed new national security laws triggered the first big street unrest in Hong Kong in months on Sunday

Police swarm Hong Kong ahead of flashpoint anthem debate

HONG KONG, May 27 — Hong Kong police ramped up security around the city’s legislature today ahead of a debate over a law that would ban insulting China’s national anthem, the latest measure activists say is chipping away at free speech in the finance hub. The debate comes days after China...

Taiwan to plan for humanitarian assistance to Hong Kong people: Tsai

President Tsai Ing-wen also urged Beijing to drop Hong Kong security law

Police swarm HK ahead of flashpoint anthem debate

HONG KONG, May 27, 2020 (AFP) - Hong Kong riot police ringed the city's legislature on Wednesday to stifle protests ahead of a debate over a law that bans insulting China's national anthem, the la

Police swarm Hong Kong ahead of flashpoint anthem debate

Hong Kong riot police ringed the city's legislature on Wednesday to stifle any protests ahead of a debate over a law that bans insulting China's national anthem, the latest measure activists say is chipping away at free speech in the finance hub.

Hong Kong no longer has autonomy from China, Mike Pompeo says

US will end special trade relations with Hong Kong, which could seriously impact the territory’s economy

Trump sounds warning over Hong Kong's future

WASHINGTON, DC: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (May 26) warned that Hong Kong could lose its status as a global financial centre if a ...

U.S. weighs options 'across the spectrum' to punish China over Hong Kong

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration is crafting a range of options to punish China over its tightening grip on Hong Kong, including targeted sanctions, new tariffs and further restrictions on Chinese companies, according to U.

US President Donald Trump warns that Hong Kong risks losing its special status as a financial hub

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday warned that Hong Kong could lose its status as a global financial center if a proposed Chinese crackdown goes ahead, and promised a "very interesting" US response within days. The Chinese legislation would ban secession, subversion, terrorism and foreign

Trump says will announce reaction on Hong Kong tensions within days

WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (May 26) he will give a "very interesting" response within days to China's threat to ...

Trump sounds warning over Hong Kong's future

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (May 26) warned that Hong Kong could lose its status as a global financial centre if ...

Trump sounds warning over Hong Kong's future

Trump promises a 'very interesting' US response within days

Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan’s most concrete intervention since a renewal of unrest in Chinese-ruled Hong Kong.

Trump says he will announce 'very interesting' reaction on Hong Kong tensions

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (May 26) he will give a "very interesting" response within days to China's threat to tighten ...

Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers

TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan’s most concrete intervention since a renewal of unrest in Chinese-ruled Hong Kong.

Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers

TAIPEI, May 27 — Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen today pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan’s most concrete intervention since a renewal of unrest in Chinese-ruled Hong Kong. China’s proposed new security legislation for...

Hong Kong legislature surrounded by riot police ahead of expected protests

HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hundreds of riot police took up posts around Hong Kong’s legislature overnight, as protests were expected on Wednesday over a bill criminalising disrespect of China’s national anthem and against plans by Beijing to impose national security laws.

Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan'

Taiwan leader vows 'action plan' for Hong Kong protesters

Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged a humanitarian

Taiwan leader vows 'action plan' for Hong Kong protesters

'The cabinet will come up with a Hong Kong humanitarian assistance action plan...to provide complete planning for Hong Kong people's residency, accommodation and care,' says Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen

Trump sounds warning over Hong Kong’s future

WASHINGTON, May 27 — US President Donald Trump yesterday warned that Hong Kong could lose its status as a global financial centre if a proposed Chinese crackdown goes ahead, and promised a “very interesting” US response within days. The Chinese legislation would ban secession, subversion,...

Taiwan leader vows 'action plan' for Hong Kong protesters

Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged a humanitarian "action plan" for Hong Kongers pushing for democracy in the financial hub as an influx of activists seek sanctuary on the self-ruled democratic island. Hong Kong was upended by months of often violent pro-democracy protests

Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests ...

U.S. no longer considers Hong Kong autonomous from China, Pompeo announces

The U.S. State Department has determined Hong Kong no longer holds autonomy under Chinese rule, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced Wednesday. "No reasonable person can assert today that Hong Kong maintains a high degree of autonomy from China, given facts on the ground," Pompeo said in a Wednesday statement. Pompeo informed Congress of the department's decision on Tuesday, and there's a strong chance the move will change Hong Kong's trade relationship with the U.S., CNBC reports. "While the United States once hoped that free and prosperous Hong Kong would provide a model for authoritarian China, it is now clear that China is modeling Hong Kong after itself," Pompeo said. America's economic and trade relationship with Hong Kong is separate of that with China, largely exempting Hong Kong from the tariff war between the two nations. But with the U.S. now considering Hong Kong to be more closely tied with the mainland, the region will now likely be subject to America's heavy trade restrictions. The announcement…

Taiwan president pledges humanitarian relief for Hong Kongers

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to people involved in pro-democracy protests in Taiwan's most concrete intervention since a renewal of unrest in Chinese-ruled Hong Kong. China's proposed new security legislation for the former

Taiwan leader vows ‘action plan’ for Hong Kong protesters

Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday pledged a humanitarian "action plan" for Hong Kongers pushing for democracy in the financial hub as an influx of activists seek sanctuary on the self-ruled democratic island.

AP Explains Hong Kong Security Law

China is taking matters into its own hands after last year's tumultuous anti-government protests in Hong Kong that often descended into tear gas-filled clashes. In a surprise move, the central government announced last week that it would develop laws to outlaw secession, subversion, terrorism and

Hong Kong: Why China's national anthem bill is so controversial

Hong Kong's legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise "abuse" of China's national anthem.

Hong Kong legislature surrounded by riot police ahead of expected protests

Hundreds of riot police took up posts around Hong Kong's legislature overnight, as protests were expected on Wednesday over a bill criminalizing disrespect of China's national anthem and against plans by Beijing to impose national security laws.

HK leader maintains new security laws won't hurt rights, freedoms

HONG KONG: Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam said yesterday that Beijing's proposed national security laws would not trample on the city's rights and freedoms and called on citizens to wait to see the details of the legislation. Mrs Lam added her voice to an unprecedented barrage...

Proposed Chinese agency in Hong Kong for intel, not enforcement: Adviser

A proposed security law could allow Chinese mainland authorities to set up shop in Hong Kong, but their powers would likely be restricted to ...

HK arrests protesters ahead of controversial law discussion

 At least 15 people were arrested here on Wednesday by security forces, who have been deployed in greater numbers on the streets in recent hours, ahead of a controversial bill criminalising disrespect to the Chinese anthem being presented before in the Legislative Council.

Donald Trump promises a 'very interesting' response to China's proposed crackdown on Hong Kong

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday warned that Hong Kong could lose its status as a global financial centre if a proposed Chinese crackdown goes ahead, and promised a "very interesting" US response within days. The Chinese legislation would ban secession, subversion, terrorism and foreign

AP EXPLAINS: Why is China pushing Hong Kong security law

BEIJING — China is taking matters into its own hands after last year’s tumultuous anti-government protests in Hong Kong that often descended into tear gas-filled clashes.

U.S. no longer considers Hong Kong autonomous from China, Pompeo announces

The U.S. State Department has determined Hong Kong no longer holds autonomy under Chinese rule, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced Wednesday."No reasonable person can assert today that Hong Kong maintains a high degree of autonomy from China, given facts on the ground," Pompeo said in

Why is China pushing Hong Kong security law

China News: BEIJING : China is taking matters into its own hands after last year's tumultuous anti-government protests in Hong Kong that often descended into tear.

More than 300 arrested in Hong Kong amid renewed protests

Thousands take to streets to oppose Beijing-backed laws curtailing city’s freedoms

Mike Pompeo says Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday declared Hong Kong no longer autonomous from China, as intense clashes break out between police and pro-democracy protesters. Pompeo said the Chinese

Hong Kong Police Overwhelm Protesters Now Crying ‘Independence’

In the first major test of Hong Kong’s protest movement in 2020, it became clear that demonstrators face a more formidable challenge in reigniting the street power that humbled China last year -- and that Beijing’s moves could inspire a shift toward more radical views.

Why is China pushing the Hong Kong security law?

The protests in Hong Kong and the reaction in Beijing illustrate a fundamental divide that has once again bubbled to the surface

Trump to announce Hong Kong response this week

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the United States was working on a strong response to China’s planned national security legislation for Hong Kong and it would be announced before the end of the week.

WATCH | Hong Kong: Why China's national anthem bill is so controversial

If passed into law by Hong Kong's legislature, the bill will make 'disrespect' of the Chinese national anthem a crime.

A history of resistance: key dates in Hong Kong's battle with China

Beijing’s attempts to bring the territory to heel since handover have resulted in pushback and protest

Hong Kong's China national anthem bill aims to legislate 'respect'

HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong’s legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise abuse of China’s national anthem.

Trump to announce Hong Kong response this week

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the United States was working on a strong response to China’s planned national security legislation for Hong Kong and it would be announced before the end of the week.

Hong Kong’s China National Anthem Bill aims to create ‘respect’

HONG KONG (Reuters) – Hong Kong’s legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise abuse of China’s national anthem.

Hong Kong's future as China's gateway to the West is under threat

China plans to enact new security laws for Hong Kong this week, despite threats from the US that could wreck Hong Kong's status as a global financial and trade centre.

Hong Kong's future as China's gateway to the West is under threat

China plans to enact new security laws for Hong Kong this week, despite threats from the US that could wreck Hong Kong's status as a global financial and trade centre.

Xi Jinping urges China's army to prepare for armed combat as Hong Kong protests restart over a new bill that would strip away the city's freedoms

China is expected to pass controversial national security laws for Hong Kong on Thursday, prompting renewed protests in the city.

Xi Jinping urges China’s army to prepare for armed combat as Hong Kong protests restart over a new bill that would strip away the city’s freedoms

Chinese President Xi Jinping urged his army to increase its preparedness for “armed combat” as protests in Hong Kong ramp up over a proposed new law that would effectively strip away the city’s autonomy.

Pompeo tells Congress that US no longer considers Hong Kong to be autonomous

The US secretary of state said China’s actions were contrary to international law.

Explainer: Hong Kong's China national anthem Bill aims to legislate 'respect'

Hong Kong's legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise abuse of China's national anthem.

EXPLAINED | Hong Kong's China national anthem bill aims to legislate 'respect'

Hong Kong's legislature is moving forward on a controversial bill that would criminalise abuse of China's national anthem. A second reading of the bill is being held in the legislature on Wednesday.

Xi Jinping urges China's army to prepare for armed combat as Hong Kong protests restart over a new bill that would strip away the city's freedoms

China is expected to pass controversial national security laws for Hong Kong on Thursday, prompting renewed protests in the city.

China is set to pass a draconian new law in Hong Kong that would effectively stifle all dissent. Here’s what could happen to people in the city.

China is set to pass draconian new national-security laws in Hong Kong that would effectively stifle any dissent in the semi-autonomous city.

China is set to pass a draconian new law in Hong Kong that would effectively stifle all dissent. Here's what could happen to people in the city., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

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China is set to pass a draconian new law in Hong Kong that would effectively stifle all dissent. Here's what could happen to people in the city.

China is moving to increase its control over Hong Kong with a new national-security law that have sparked a new round of protests in the city.

White House prepares response to China's Hong Kong crackdown

President Trump said the US was working on a strong response to China's planned national security legislation for Hong Kong and it would be announced before the end of the week.

China is set to pass a draconian new law in Hong Kong that would effectively stifle all dissent. Here's what could happen to people in the city.

China wants to pass a new security law that could further punish protesters and intensify Chinese actions like tracking, torture, and detainment.

Trump hints at action against China over Hong Kong security law

US President Donald Trump has indicated that the United States was working on a strong response to China's planned national security legislation for Hong Kong, which would be announced before the end of the week.

Pompeo tells Congress that US no longer considers Hong Kong to be autonomous

The US secretary of state said China’s actions were contrary to international law.

Xi Jinping says China strengthening armed forces amid tensions with US over coronavirus

Beijing says it will improve its preparedness for military combat. In the background: heightened U.S. tensions.

Pompeo tells Congress that US no longer considers Hong Kong to be autonomous

The US secretary of state said China’s actions were contrary to international law.

Hong Kong body will play an advisory role: China’s political advisory body

The city’s government will retain enforcement powers, says key Chinese official.

Rising tide: On return of protests in Hong Kong

China’s effort to tighten grip on Hong Kong with tough laws may not help its cause

Hong Kong Police Arrest 300 in Anti-China Protests

Thousands of fully armed riot police took the streets of Hong Kong on Wednesday to crack down on multiple peaceful protests.

MAC says Taiwan will never 'abandon Hong Kong'

MAC emphasizes Taiwanese president seeking to safeguard rights of Hongkongers

National security law enactment to start

Despite how hard some Western media outlets depict swarms of illegal protesters in Hong Kong as

Hong Kong Police Arrest 16 Demonstrators Ahead of Anthem Bill Debate - Reports

BEIJING (Sputnik) - According to the South China Morning Post, the group was arrested ahead of planned demonstrations against the new bill that would criminalize...

Situation at India border 'overall stable and controllable': China

China News: China on Wednesday said that the situation at the border with India is "overall stable and controllable," and both the countries have proper mechanism

US is ready to mediate India-China border dispute, says Donald Trump

'We have informed both India and China that the United States is ready, willing and able to mediate or arbitrate their now raging border dispute,' tweeted Trump.Trump's comments come in the backdrop of the continuing standoff between the militaries of India and China at the Line of Actual Control

‘Overall Stable and Controllable’: China On LAC Situation

China on Wednesday said that the situation at the border with India is

‘Scale up battle preparedness’: Xi Jinping to Chinese military amid tensions with India, US

The US-China military frictions are also on the rise with the US navy stepping its patrols in the disputed South China Sea as well as the Taiwan Straits.

Overall stable and controllable: China on situation at India border

China on Wednesday reiterated that its stance on the border issues with India is consistent and clear, stressing that the situation in the China-India border area is "overall stable and controllable."

Situation at India border 'overall stable, controllable': China

Situation at India border 'overall stable, controllable': China. Foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian, during a media briefing in Beijing, said that China's position on the border related issues is clear and consistent. 'We have been following the important consensus reached by the two leaders and strictly observing the agreements between the two countries,' he said, apparently referring to the directions of Chinese President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi after their two informal summits, asking the militaries of the two countries to take more confidence building measures to maintain peace and tranquillity along the borders.

China says situation at India border 'overall stable and controllable'

China on Wednesday said that the situation at the border with India is "overall stable and controllable," and both the countries have proper mechanisms and communication channels to resolve the

Chinese foreign minister says situation along India-China LOC 'overall stable and controllable'; claims Beijing's stand on border issue is 'clear, consistent'

China on Wednesday said that the situation at the border with India is "overall stable and controllable," and both the countries have proper mechanisms

China and India move troops as border tensions escalate

Thousands of Chinese troops reportedly move into sensitive areas along Himalayan frontier

India and China Move In More Troops as Border Tensions Rise

India has moved additional troops along its northern border as it prepares for an extended conflict with neighbor China, after several rounds of talks failed to ease tensions between the nuclear-armed rivals.

China says situation at India border ‘overall stable and controllable’

The foreign ministry’s remarks came a day after President Xi ordered the military to scale up the battle preparedness.

Trump offers to mediate between India and China

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Donald Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China

Trump previously offered to mediate between India and Pakistan on the Kashmir issue, a proposal rejected by New Delhi which maintains that there is no role for any third party in bilateral issues.

Trump offers to mediate between India and China

PTI Washington In a surprise move, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered to “mediate or arbitrate” the raging border dispute between India an

Donald Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China

Donald Trump previously offered to mediate between India and Pakistan, a proposal rejected by New Delhi which maintains that there is no role for any third party in bilateral issues.

Situation at Sino-India boundary ‘stable and controllable’, says China

The Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said China was following the “important consensus” reached by the two leaders of India and China and was “…strictly observing the agreements between the two countries”.

LAC standoff | Now, Trump offers to mediate between India and China

Beijing says situation is ‘stable’ and both sides will resolve the standoff bilaterally.

China says situation "stable and controllable" at India border

Several areas along the LAC in Ladakh and North Sikkim have witnessed major military build-up by both the Indian and Chinese armies recently, in a clear signal of escalating tension and hardening of respective positions by the two sides

Trump offers to 'mediate' between India and China

Trump offers to 'mediate' between India and China. The US president previously offered to mediate between India and Pakistan, a proposal rejected by New Delhi which maintains that there is no role for any third party in bilateral issues.

China says situation at India border 'overall stable and controllable' 

Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian, during a media briefing here, said that China's position on the border-related issues is clear and consistent.

Amid escalating tensions, Chinese Foreign Ministry says situation at Indian border is 'overall stable and controllable'

Xi Jinping asks Chinese military to prepare for 'worst-case scenarios'

Jingping comments came in the backdrop of the continuing standoff between the militaries of India and China at the Line of Actual Control

India to go ahead with infra development in key areas along LAC despite stiff resistance from China

As the tense stand-off between the Chinese and Indian troops in Eastern Ladakh continues, top commanders of the Indian Army will carry out an in-depth review of the situation in several areas along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) at a three-day conference beginning Wednesday.

PM chairs high-level meeting over Ladakh situation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a meeting with the country's top defence and foreign affairs officials and the National Security Advisor

Xi Jinping orders Chinese military to scale up battle preparedness

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the military to scale up battle preparedness, keeping in mind the worst-case scenarios.

Scale-up battle preparedness, Xi tells Chinese military

Xi's comments came in the backdrop of the continuing standoff between the militaries of India and China at the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

Trump offers to mediate 'raging' India-China border dispute

WASHINGTON/NEW DELHI (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he had offered to mediate a standoff between India and China at the Himalayan border, where soldiers camped out in a high-altitude region have accused each other of trespassing over the disputed border.

Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China amid face-off at LAC

In a tweet on Wednesday, Trump said he has offered to "mediate or arbitrate" the "raging border dispute" between the two countries.

President Xi Jinping tells Chinese Army to scale up preparations for war | World News

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'Overall stable and controllable': Amid continuing standoff, China on situation at India border

China on Wednesday said that the situation at the border with India is 'overall stable and controllable,' and both the countries have proper mechanisms and communication channels to resolve the issues through a dialogue and consultation.

Xi Jinping orders Chinese military to 'scale-up' battle preparedness, prepare for worst-scare scenarios as tensions build along India-China LAC

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the military to scale up the battle preparedness, visualising the worst-case scenarios, and asked them to resolutely defend the country's sovereignty.

China says military faceoff at India border 'stable, controllable'

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson refers to talks between President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Border tension: Trump offers to negotiate between India and China

 New Delhi: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered to negotiate between India and China and help resolve the ongoing statemale in the borders. "We have informed both India and China that the United States is ready, willing and able to mediate or arbitrate their now raging border dispute. Thank you!," Trump tweeted. The missive from the US President came close on the heels of May 5, 2020 development when Chinese troops tried to block an Indian patrol in the Pangong lake region of eastern Ladakh. Similar problems largely due to provocation from China came in the Galwan valley in Ladakh and in the Nathu La mountain pass in Sikkim. Relations between contemporary China and India have been characterised by border disputes, resulting in military conflicts — including the Sino-Indian War of 1962. In 2017, the two countries clashed at the Doklam plateau along the disputed Sino-Bhutanese border. However, things were later defused - owing to "matured diplomacy" by both sides as was asserted by the then External…

China says situation at India border ‘overall stable and controllable’

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Trump offers to mediate 'raging' India-China border dispute

The standoff was triggered by India’s construction of roads and air strips in the region

China aggression on Indian army table

Top commanders deliberate over 'very tense' situation in eastern Ladakh

Scale-up battle preparedness visualising worst-case scenarios: President Xi Jinping tells Chinese military

Xi ordered the military to think about worst-case scenarios, scale up training and battle preparedness, promptly and effectively deal with all sorts of complex situations and resolutely safeguard national sovereignty, security and development interests

‘Indian, Chinese troops engaged in eyeball-to-eyeball situation’

NEW DELHI, May 26: As Indian and Chinese troops remained engaged in an eyeball-to-eyeball situation in several areas along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday held an elaborate security review meeting with Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Bipin Rawat and the Service Chiefs of the Army, Navy and the Air force.Army chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane updated the Defence Minister about his visit to Leh. On Friday, he visited the headquarters of 14 Corps in Ladakh to review the operational situation amid tensions between India and China along the disputed LAC.According to A news agency, during the meeting it was clarified that Indian Army will hold its fort as talks to defuse the situation would continue in parallel. In the meeting which lasted for about an hour, it was also decided that road constructions must continue and Indian fortifications and troop deployment must match those of the Chinese.Top military sources quoted by a news agency have…

India-China standoff: PM Modi meets NSA Doval, Chief of Defence Staff to discuss situation

It is learnt that the defence minister has already conveyed to top military brass that there was no need for reviewing the implementation of any of the key projects along the LAC in Ladakh, Sikkim, Uttarakhand or in Arunachal Pradesh

Strategic affairs experts criticise Trump's offer to mediate between India and China on border row

India and China have a robust mechanism to resolve their long-pending border dispute and there was no scope for any third party intervention, strategic affairs experts said on Wednesday, criticising

Rajnath reviews security with CDS, 3 Service Chiefs

NEW DELHI, May 26: Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday held a long security review meeting with Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Bipin Rawat and the three Services Chiefs amid the border standoff with China in Ladakh.The meeting was the latest in a series of such consultations held in the last two weeks as India weighs its options to respond to the latest provocation by China at the border.Singh was briefed by Army Chief General MM Naravane about the situation at the Line of Actual Control (LAC), the de-facto border between the two countries, two days ago after his return from Leh to take stock of the matter.Six rounds of talks between Indian and Chinese troops since the first border skirmish on May 5 have failed to de-escalate tensions as the two sides have maintained aggressive posturing in the disputed border areas.Sources say China has put forward the condition that India stop building infrastructure even on its own side of the LAC, a condition that will remain unacceptable to New Delhi. India…

China says the situation at India border ‘overall stable and controllable’

China's foreign ministry spokesman, Zhao Lijian said the situation at the border with India is "overall stable and controllable,"

Top Army commanders meet amid China's Ladakh offensive

Top Army commanders meet amid China's Ladakh offensive. The main focus will be on the situation in eastern Ladakh where Indian and Chinese troops are locked in an eyeball-to-eyeball face-off in sensitive areas like Pangong Tso, Galwan Valley, Demchok and Daulat Beg Oldie

Army commanders review situation in Ladakh and areas along LAC in Sikkim, U'khand

Top commanders of the Indian Army on Wednesday carried out a comprehensive review of the situation in eastern Ladakh where Indian and Chinese troops are engaged in a tense standoff for over three

Chinese President Xi Jinping tells military to ramp up battle preparedness

Xi ordered the military to think about worst-case scenarios, scale up training and battle preparedness, promptly and effectively deal with all sorts of complex situations and resolutely safeguard national sovereignty, security and development interests

India, China military commanders meet along LAC amid escalating border tension

The nearly 3,500-km-long LAC is the de-facto border between India and China

Border faceoff is controllable: China ministry

Xi Jinping tells Chinese military to prepare for war. Is it against India, US or Taiwan?

Chinese President Xi Jinping has asked the PLA to prepare for war without specifying who is the enemy. China is currently engaged in intense territorial dispute with India, Taiwan and also the US.

India’s Top Army Commanders Meet in the Wake of Ongoing Standoff with China

New Delhi (Sputnik): India and China have reinforced troops along their shared border amid a standoff between the armies which has lasted several weeks. The face-off...

PM Modi chairs meeting with NSA, Chief of Defence Staff amid escalating tension with China

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the country’s military to scale up training and battle preparedness to face ‘worst-case scenarios’.

Top Army Brass Discusses Ladakh Face-Off

Top commanders of the Indian Army on Wednesday began deliberations on key security challenges facing India, including the tense standoff between Indian and Chinese troops in Ladakh

India firm, won’t step back from areas where Chinese troops have intruded

India News: India will remain firm on the ground in the ongoing troop confrontations in eastern Ladakh where it said China has violated the unresolved boundary an

Amid Tensions With India And US, Xi Jinping Tells Chinese Military To Scale Up Battle Preparedness

Jinping directed the military to resolutely safeguard national sovereignty, security and development interests.

India-China border standoff: Chinese govt waves white flag, stresses on dialogue as Trump offers to mediate

On Wednesday, the India-China border standoff seemed to de-escalate as China took an apparently conciliatory tone by saying that the situation at the border with India is "overall stable and controllable." Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump offered to mediate.

PM Modi reviews situation amid LAC tensions

India has asked Chinese People’s Liberation Army to restore the status quo to defuse tension along the disputed boundary between the two nations in eastern Ladakh. But so far, there has been no headway in de-escalating the situation even though diplomats from both sides are in touch. On Tuesday, PM Modi met Ajit Doval, Gen Bipin Rawat and Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, R K Mathur and reviewed the situation.

China, India should not let differences shadow overall ties: Chinese Ambassador

China and India should never let their differences shadow the overall bilateral ties and must enhance mutual trust, Chinese Ambassador Sun Weidong said on Wednesday, in remarks that came amid an

Ominous signals from Beijing

Strange are the ways of China. The ongoing border tensions between India and China in the Ladakh sector have revealed how Beijing operates. For instance, China wants to build roads everywhere, including in regions claimed by India, but will not allow India to do so in its own regions. China’s military wants to change the status quo in its favour but it will not countenance others wanting the same. After laying down extensive road, railway and fibre-optic networks and deploying military forces over years, now, China is trying to stop India from doing the same on the Indian side.

No backing down say sources on stand off with China

India says that it will not allow any change in status quo on the LAC. We have faced similar situations in the past and will face this one too with strength, the officer also said.

Qureshi blames New Delhi for threatening regional peace amid India-China tensions

FM Qureshi urges India to behave responsibly in its border dispute with China

Chinese President Xi Jinping orders army to scale up military training, anticipates 'worst case scenarios': Report

Top military sources told Zee News that India has further increased its strength in Pangong Tso and Galwan Valley

Chinese President Xi Jingping orders army to scale up military training, anticipates 'worst case scenarios': Report

Top military sources told Zee News that India has further increased its strength in Pangong Tso and Galwan Valley

US President Donald Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China

The United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered to mediate or arbitrate between India and China to help the two neighbouring nations resolve the boundary dispute, which once again

China's efforts to bring citizens back from India have nothing to do with border tension: Global Times

Global Times, considered Chinese government's mouthpiece, has said that the “voluntary repatriation plan” should be seen a “normal service” and should not be linked to the ongoing border tension.

India, China Shouldn't Let Differences Shadow Overall Ties: Chinese Envoy

China and India should never let their differences shadow the overall bilateral ties and must enhance mutual trust, Chinese Ambassador Sun Weidong said on Wednesday, in remarks that came amid an eyeball-to-eyeball confrontation between armies of the two countries in several sensitive areas along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh.

China, India should not let differences shadow overall ties: Chinese envoy

The Chinese Ambassador's comments came in the midst of aggressive posturing by both Chinese and Indians troops in several areas in eastern Ladakh including Pangong Tso, Galwan Valley, Demchok and Daulat Beg Oldie.

Border tensions in Ladakh region; ‘China, India should not let differences shadow bilateral ties’

NEW DELHI, May 27: China and India should never let their differences shadow the overall bilateral ties and must enhance mutual trust, Chinese Ambassador Sun Weidong said on Wednesday, in remarks that came amid an eyeball-to-eyeball confrontation between armies of the two countries in several sensitive areas along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh.Without referring to the military standoff, Sun said both the sides should resolve their differences through communication and adhere to the basic premise that they pose no threat to each other. "We should correctly view our differences and never let them shadow the overall situation of bilateral cooperation. At the same time, we should gradually seek understanding through communication and constantly resolve differences," Sun said.He was speaking at an online interactive session organised by Confederation of Young Leaders (CYL). "We should adhere to the basic judgment that China and India are each other's opportunities and pose no threat to each other. We…

From 1950 to 2020: Understanding Indo-China relations on Jawaharlal Nehru's death anniversary

LAC Face-off: In a conciliatory note, China says Dragon and Elephant can dance together

Amidst the India China face-off at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh, Bejing has taken a conciliatory approach, saying that the two countries working together is the only right choice. 

China, India should not let differences shadow overall ties: Chinese envoy

Without referring to the military standoff, Sun said both the sides should resolve their differences through communication and adhere to the basic premise that they pose no threat to each other.

China Says Border Situation Is Stable, Controllable Amid Tense Standoff With India

India observers say new Indian roads, air strips sparked border standoff with China.

Sino-Indian border standoff: Qureshi says Delhi threatening regional peace

ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Wednesday accused New Delhi of "threatening regional peace" through its "aggressive behaviour" as tensions soared between China and India as their b

Indian Army Commanders’ meet kicks off amid Indo-China tensions

NEW DELHI, May 27: Indian Army Commanders' Conference kicked off in New Delhi on Wednesday wherein discussion over China frontier in Sikkim, Ladakh and Arunachal Pradesh would be done at great length. The conference was planned much before the tension with China in eastern Ladakh region.Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane is presiding over the conference. The top commanders of the force are attending the meeting and all security issues, including the Chinese aggression in Ladakh will come up for discussion during it, said a senior Indian Army officer.The Army Commanders' Conference, an apex level biannual event which facilitates conceptual level deliberations culminating in important policy decisions scheduled for April 2020 and postponed due to COVID-19 pandemic, will now be organised in two phases.The first phase of the conference began on Wednesday and would continue till May 29, 2020 and the second phase in the last week of June 2020.The apex level leadership of Indian Army will brainstorm on current…

Indian Army commanders’ meet kicks off amid Chinese aggression

NEW DELHI:  Indian Army Commanders' Conference kicked off in New Delhi on Wednesday wherein discussion over China frontier in Sikkim, Ladakh and Arunachal Pradesh would be done at great length. The conference was planned much before the tension with

Trump wades into India-China dispute with tweet to arbitrate

The US president’s offer is seen by analysts as playing to a domestic audience in US on an election year.Trump’s Twitter post came hours after China said the border situation with India was ‘stable’

India to maintain its position along the LAC with China, decides to deploy more troops

In at least four locations the soldiers of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) have transgressed by about 3 km into Indian areas.

Scale-up battle preparedness, Xi tells Chinese military

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday ordered the military to scale up the battle preparedness, visualising worst-case scenarios and asked them to

To get China to budge, India brings in its best 3

The Chinese had created similar problems during the Doklam issue and it was finally up to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's crack team to sort out the issue. With talks failing, it would now be up to National Security Advisor, Ajit Doval, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Chief of Defence Staff, General Bipin Raw

Conflict Zones: Mad Elephant Meddling with Himalayan Peace

By Preeta Rana Indian road construction in Nepali territory sparked a diplomatic standoff between India and Nepal recently and now the situation is the same between China and India as India is also constructing several roads in disputed land at Line of Actual Control near North of Pangong Tso Lake. According to the Indian Defence viewpoint, construction of the road has been halted by Chinese Border forces and satellite images have shown that China has deployed troops in Galway Valley and has deployed patrol boats on Pangong Tso Lake but India is not mentioning that its hands have been twisted by China for stopping it from occupying the territory of China as India had done with Nepal and Pakistan. Pangong Tso or Pangong is an endorheic lake in the Ladakh region on Line of Actual Control between India and China. This is the disputed region. Lake is situated at a height of 14,270 feet above sea level. It is 134 km (83 mi) long. The lake is 5 km (3.1 mi) wide at its broadest point. All together it covers 604 km2.…

US offers to mediate between China, India on border row

The US on Wednesday revealed that it has offered to mediate in the ongoing standoff between India and China at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the Union Territory of Ladakh.

China says situation at India border 'under control' after Ladakh standoff

China and India have a sound border-relate­d mechan­ism and commun­icatio­n channe­ls, says Chines­e spokes­person­

China’s military build-up a diversion tactic

China’s military build-up on the north bank of the Pangong Tso lake along its disputed boundary with India is just one of the many facets of its aggression, which it deliberately ratcheted up amid

Situation in China-India border area is stable and under control: Chinese FM

The overall situation in the China-India border area is stable and under control, and the two countries are capable of resolving border issues through dialogue and negotiations, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said, following reports claiming China had moved 5,000 troops to the China-India border area.

Coronavirus cases in India surge past 1.5 lakh, Delhi sees record spike

In its morning update, the health ministry said the total number of cases has increased to 1,51,767 and the death toll to 4,337, registering an increase of 6,387 cases and 170 deaths in 24 hours since Tuesday 8 am.

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Video of baby tugging at sheet covering dead mother at railway station goes viral

Nationwide Virus Cases Cross 1.5 Lakh, Govt Says Lockdown ‘Decelerated’ Pace of Covid-19 Spread

India’s COVID-19 tally crossed 1.53 lakh on Wednesday with more than 6,000 new cases getting detected across states, but … Nationwide Virus Cases Cross 1.5 Lakh, Govt Says Lockdown ‘Decelerated’ Pace of Covid-19 Spread Read More »

Over 6500 new cases in India, death toll climbs to 4167

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As Covid-19 cases cross 1.5 lakh, officials take solace in low fatality rate

Maharashtra's rising numbers continue to worry the nation.

As coronavirus cases cross 1.5 lakh, officials take solace in low fatality rate

Maharashtra's rising numbers continue to worry the nation.

Coronavirus update: COVID-19 cases in India cross 1.5 lakh, death toll at 4,337. State-wise tally

The number of COVID-19 fatalities in India increased to 4,337 today.At present, there are 83,004 active coronavirus patients in India

Over 6,500 new coronavirus cases in India, death toll climbs to 4,167

The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 4,167 in the country, while the number of cases climbed to 1,45,380, registering an increase of 146 deaths and

COVID-19: India death toll rises to 4,337; total cases reach 1,51,767

The number of active coronavirus cases stands at 83,004, while 64,425 people have recovered and one patient has migrated, it said.

Covid-19: Death Toll Rises To 4,337; Total Cases Reach 1,51,767 In India

The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 4,337 and the total number of cases climbed to 1,51,767 in the country, registering an increase of 170 deaths and 6,387 cases in the last 24 hours

Coronavirus Update: India’s Covid-19 Tally Tops 1.5 Lakh With 6,387 New Cases; Here’s The Latest State-Wise Breakup

The total number of active cases in the country has also increased to 83,004.

COVID-19: Death toll rises to 4,337; tally 1,51,767 in India

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COVID-19: Death toll rises to 4,337; total cases reach 1,51,767 in India

The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 4,337 and the total number of cases climbed to 1,51,767 in the country, registering an increase of 170 deaths and 6,387 cases in the last 24 hours, the Union health ministry said on Wednesday. The number of active coronavirus cases stands at 83,004, while

COVID-19: India death toll rises to 4,337

Total coronavirus cases reach 151,767 in country

Coronavirus Outbreak: 1.51 lakh COVID-19 cases in India, over 4,300 deaths; recovery rate 42.45%

As many as 6,387 new COVID-19 cases and 170 deaths were reported in the country in the last 24 hours

India’s Covid count set to cross 1.5 lakh, fresh cases dip to 5.5k

India News: India’s count of Covid-19 cases was set to cross the 1.5 lakh mark, even as the number of fresh infections reported on Tuesday dropped slightly to its

India's Covid-19 tally crosses 1,50,000-mark, toll at 4,337

India's Covid-19 tally crosses 1,50,000-mark, toll at 4,337. According to the ministry's website, more than 70 per cent of the deaths are due to comorbidities.

Covid-19: 792 new cases detected in Delhi, total shoots to 15,257

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHWF) reported 1,51,767 as the total number of cases in the country with 4,337 deaths.

Coronavirus updates: Cases climb to 1,51,767, death toll now 4,337

MP Raj Bhavan declared containment zone as 6 test positive; Mizoram churches offer halls as quarantine facilities

India records 6,387 more COVID-19 cases; tally reaches 1,51,767

With 6,387 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, India's count of COVID-19 rose to 1,51,767 on Wednesday, said the Union Ministry

1.51 lakh coronavirus cases in India: 6,387 new cases, 170 deaths in 24 hours

With over 6,300 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, India's case tally rose to 1,51,767 on Wednesday. The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said 170 people died in the last 24 hours.

Coronavirus in India LIVE: COVID-19 tally in Madhya Pradesh mounts to 7,024 cases

Maharashtra continues to be the epicenter of the coronavirus spread

India records 6,387 more COVID-19 cases; tally reaches 1,51,767

New Delhi: With 6,387 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, India's count of COVID-19 rose to 1,51,767 on Wednesday, said the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. 170 people have also...

Maharashtra Reports Over 2,000 New Cases For Ten Consecutive Days, State’s Covid-19 Tally Reaches 54,758

The total number of active cases in the state has increased to 36,004.

Coronavirus in India LIVE: 1,51,767 COVID-19 cases in India, 4337 deaths; 6387 new cases in 24 hours

Maharashtra continues to be the epicenter of the coronavirus spread

Coronavirus in India LIVE: With 109 new cases, COVID-19 tally in Rajasthan mounts to 7,605

Maharashtra continues to be the epicenter of the coronavirus spread

32 fresh COVID-19 cases in Assam, total rises to 714

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Return of 1 lakh people poses big quarantine challenge for N-E  (16:50) 

GUWAHATI/AIZAWL:  After a huge surge in COVID-19 cases in the northeastern states, specially in Assam, caused by the return of around 1,00,000 people from other states, the region is facing a very big quarantine challenge.While the Assam government s

NE faced with quarantine challenge

After a huge surge in COVID-19 cases in the northeastern states, specially in Assam, caused by the return of around 1,00,000 people from other states, the region is facing a very big quarantine challenge.

India records 6,387 more COVID-19 cases; tally reaches 1,51,767

Among all states, Maharashtra has the highest number of COVID-19 cases with 54,758.

State death toll rises to 1,897 after deadliest day yet claims 105 lives

2,190 new cases take COVID-19 tally near 57,000-mark

Coronavirus in Nagaland: 5 more returnees test COVID-19 positive in the State; tally rises to 9

Return of 1 lakh people poses big quarantine challenge for northeastern states

After a huge surge in COVID-19 cases in the northeastern states, specially in Assam, caused by the return of around 1,00,000 people from other states, the region is facing a very big quarantine challenge.

COVID-19: One death in Karnataka, 122 new cases confirmed

A 69-year-old woman from Yadgiri became the 45th COVID-19 related fatality in Karnataka, where 122 fresh cases have been reported.

Maharashtra records staggering 97 COVID-19 deaths, highest number of single-day deaths until now

Covid-19 deaths in the state came perilously close to 100 on Tuesday, with Maharashtra recording 97 fatalities, the highest number of single-day deaths until now.

Maharashtra: 105 deaths recorded in a single day in state

Maharashtra is currently testing 3,142 people per million population. While the number is higher than the national average which stands at 2,363, it is still lagging behind Tamil Nadu which is testing 6,140 per million population, double than Maharashtra

32 Fresh COVID-19 Cases In Assam, Total Rises To 714

The number of coronavirus cases crossed the 700-mark in Assam on Wednesday after 32 more people tested positive for the disease, state Health and Family Welfare Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.

Coronavirus in Delhi: COVID-19 death toll in national mounts to 303; highest spike of 792 cases

This is the first time in Delhi that over 700 COVID-19 cases have been reported in a day.

Coronavirus: Pune reports 49 new cases over 12 hours

The district’s cumulative case tally, including deaths and recoveries, reached 6,529, said authorities

Pune death toll nudges 300 while fatalities spike in Solapur, Satara

Six more deaths and more than 120 new COVID-19 cases were reported from Pune district on Wednesday, to take its death toll to 295 and its cumulative case tally to 6,604.“As many as 124 new cases were

Coronavirus | Kerala reports three ‘community’ cases

Fatalities in south continue with six deaths in Telangana, three in Karnataka and one in A.P.

Covid-19: Maharashtra sees 2,190 fresh cases, record 105 deaths in last 24 hours

The death toll in the state increased to 1,897 after 105 more fatalities were reported in the state since Tuesday.So far, 17,918 Covid-19 positive patients have been cured in the state, said health minister Rajesh Tope

With record 817 fresh cases, Tamil Nadu's Covid-19 count crosses 18,000-mark

The death toll in the state increased to 133 after six more fatalities were reported since Tuesday.Of the new cases reported, 138 patients were returnees from Maharashtra followed by one from Telangana and other states who were tested positive in the state

Coronavirus Live Updates: ICMR removes price cap of Rs 4,500 for COVID-19 test; India cases top 1.51 lakh

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Andhra’s corona tally now 2,787 with 68 new cases

Andhra Pradesh reported 68 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours till Wednesday morning, taking the state's tally to 2,787.

India Coronavirus Update, 27 May: Over 1.5 lakh cases; Maharashtra sees highest Covid-19 death toll in single day

Coronavirus (Covid-19) India Latest Update, 27 May: India currently has 1.5 lakh cases with 4,337 deaths. Maharashtra, the worst affected state, has been showing a slight decline in the number of new cases reported in the last two days.

Maharashtra COVID-19 Tracker: Maharashtra reports over 2,000 new Covid-19 cases; state tally climbs to 56,948

Maharashtra reported a spike of 2,190 COVID-19 new cases and 105 deaths on Wednesday . With this, the state has recorded 56,948 cases and 1,897 deaths so far.

Coronavirus recovery rate in India rises to over 42%, nearly 65,000 cured from COVID-19

Punjab showed one of the best recovery rates in India, over 90% people were cured from the disease.India registered one of the lowest COVID-19 fatality rates in the world, the health ministry said

18 new coronavirus cases reported in Jharkhand

18 new coronavirus cases reported in Jharkhand: Eighteen COVID-19 positive cases were reported in Jharkhand on Tuesday, taking the total number of cases to 426, said the state health department.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Gujarat's Covid-19 count breaches 15,000-mark, Ahmedabad records over 11k cases

The death toll in the state also rose to 938 after 23 more fatalities were reported since Tuesday.The total number of recoveries in the state now stands at 7,547

Lockdown to now focus on 11 cities with 70% of India's COVID-19 cases; check list here

As the total number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 infection in India crossed the 1.51 lakh-mark on Wednesday, the central government is mulling over strategies to implement for the road ahead in the fight against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in India.

Coronavirus pandemic | COVID-19 death toll in Delhi mounts to 303; highest spike of 792 cases

This is the first time in Delhi that over 700 COVID-19 cases have been reported in a day.

75 more Maharashtra policemen test positive for COVID-19 in 24 hours

Out of the total cases, 849 police personnel have recovered from the infection and 1,095 cases are still active.

75 more policemen test positive for COVID-19 in Maharashtra; total tally at 1964

75 more policemen test positive for COVID-19 in Maharashtra; total tally at 1964: 75 more policemen have tested positive for COVID-19 in Maharashtra, taking the total number of personnel affected by coronavirus .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

76 new COVID-19 cases in Haryana, total count 1381

76 new COVID-19 cases in Haryana, total count 1381: A total of 76 new COVID-19 cases reported in Haryana on Wednesday and the total number of cases in the state has gone up to 1,381.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Corona deaths in state cross 100-mark on Wednesday; highest one-day surge so far

Day 64 of coronavirus lockdown: Ground report from Indian cities

India News: NEW DELHI: With 6,387 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, India's count of Covid-19 rose to 1,51,767 on Wednesday, said the Union ministry of .

One more death and 122 new cases

One more death and 122 coronavirus cases were reported in the State on Wednesday morning, taking the total number of cases to 2,405. This includes 45 COVID-19 deaths, one non-COVID death and 762 disch

With 6,387 fresh cases, India's COVID-19 tally crosses 1.5 lakh-mark; death toll at 4,337

With 6,387 fresh cases in the last 24 hours, the total number of coronavirus infections in India crossed the 1.5 lakh-mark on Wednesday.India's tollay tally now stands at 1,51,767. This number includes the 4,337 people who have lost their lives and 64,425 people who have been treated and discharged.

Delhi: In last 24 hrs, 792 Covid-19 cases reported; total tally rises to 15,257

The recovery rate of the city is 47.67 per cent, higher than the national average of around 42 per cent.

Five more test positive for COVID-19 in Nagaland

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40 test positive, 37 are NoRKs

1,07,832 currently under surveillance

Bokaro reports 2 new Covid cases

Two new positive cases of Coronavirus infection have been found in Bokaro district, they have returned from Mumbai, informed Mukesh Kumar Deputy Commissioner Bokaro on Tuesday. Aged about 40 years, both are residents of Nawadih block, were admitted at COVID Hospital at Bokaro General Hospital

Coronavirus pandemic | Maharashtra reports 105 COVID-19 deaths and 2,190 new cases

This is for the first time that Maharashtra has reported deaths in three digits, the official said, adding that they included 32 fatalities from Mumbai.

4 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Assam: State Health Minister

4 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Assam: State Health Minister: Four new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Assam, as per information provided by the State Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Senegal to continue chloroquine virus treatment

Senegal will continue treating COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a senior health official said on Wednesday, despite recent evidence that the anti-malarial drug is harmful.

WHO Temporarily Suspends Hydroxychloroquine Tests for COVID-19, Nigeria Goes On with the Trial

Testing of the malaria drug as a possible treatment for coronavirus has been halted because of safety fears, the World Health Organization (WHO) says. Trials in several countries are being "temporarily" suspended as a precaution, the agency said on Monday.

France, Italy, Belgium act to stop use of hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 on safety fears

France, Italy and Belgium acted to halt the use of hydroxychloroquine to treat patients suffering from COVID-19, the illness caused by the new ...

Senegal to continue chloroquine virus treatment

Senegal will continue treating COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a senior health official said on Wednesday, despite recent evidence

France, Italy, Belgium act to stop use of hydroxychloroquine for covid-19 on safety fears

France's cancellation, which effectively bans the drug for covid-19, was confirmed by the health ministry.The WHO said a safety panel would act by mid-June to evaluate the drug's use in its multi-country trial of potential covid-19 treatments

EU governments ban malaria drug for COVID-19, trial paused as safety fears grow

PARIS/LONDON/MILAN (Reuters) - European governments moved on Wednesday to halt the use of anti-malaria drug hydroxychloroquine to treat COVID-19 patients, and a second global trial was suspended, further blows to hopes for a treatment promoted by U.S. President Donald Trump.

France: Do not prescribe hydroxychloroquine for Covid

PARIS, May 27 — The French government said today that doctors should no longer prescribe hydroxychloroquine for Covid-19 patients, an unproven and potentially harmful treatment for the disease nonetheless promoted by US President Donald Trump. The move came after two French advisory bodies and...

Do not prescribe hydroxychloroquine for COVID: France

Paris, France | AFP | The French government said Wednesday that doctors should no longer prescribe hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 patients, an unproven and potentially harmful treatment for the disease nonetheless promoted by US President Donald Trump. The move came after two French advisory bodies and the World Health Organization (WHO) warned this week that the drug, …

Do not prescribe hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 ―France tells doctors

The French government said Wednesday that doctors should no longer prescribe hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 patients.

France bans hydroxychloroquine to treat COVID-19 amid safety concerns

The French government on Wednesday cancelled a decree allowing hospital doctors to administer hydroxychloroquine as a treatment to patients..

France Bars Hydroxychloroquine for Covid-19 Treatment

The French government said Wednesday that doctors can no longer treat Covid-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a potentially harmful drug being promoted by President Donald Trump.

France stops hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 treatment

The French government said Wednesday that doctors can no longer treat COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a controversial and potentially harmful drug nonetheless being promoted by US Presid...

France halts hydroxychloroquine for coronavirus treatment

The French government said Wednesday that doctors can no longer treat COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a controversial and potentially harmful drug nonetheless being promoted by US President Donald Trump.

Covid-19: France bans treatment of coronavirus patients with hydroxychloroquine

Under new rules, the drug can be used only in clinical trials to test its efficacy against the coronavirus.

France halts hydroxychloroquine use for Covid-19 cases

Europe News: The French government on Wednesday banned treatment of Covid-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a controversial and potentially harmful drug that US

France halts hydroxychloroquine for coronavirus treatment

The French government on Wednesday banned treatment of COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a controversial and potentially harmful drug that US President Donald Trump has said he is taking preventively.

Coronavirus update: Why WHO put a pause on hydroxychloroquine trials

Coronavirus crisis: WHO is currently assessing the use of hydroxychloroquine on COVID-19 patients within the Solidarity Trial. The hydroxychloroquine arm of the trial has been paused as a precaution while the safety data is being reviewed.

France Bans Anti-Malarial Drug Hydroxychloroquine For COVID-19 Treatment

Under the new French rules, hydroxychloroquine can be used only in clinical trials. Paris: The French government on Wednesday banned … France Bans Anti-Malarial Drug Hydroxychloroquine For COVID-19 Treatment Read More »

France banned the use of hydroxychloroquine for treating the coronavirus a week after Trump said he was taking the drug

France reversed a March order that allowed the drug hydroxychloroquine to be used as a potential treatment for COVID-19.

India backs hydroxychloroquine for virus prevention

India's top biomedical research body on Tuesday backed the use of the anti-malarial hydroxychloroquine as a preventive against coronavirus, after the WHO suspended clinical trials of the drug over safety concerns.

France banned the use of hydroxychloroquine for treating the coronavirus a week after Trump said he was taking the drug

The French government on Wednesday banned the use of hydroxychloroquine for the treatment of COVID-19, reversing a previous order from March that allowed the anti-malarial drug to be used as an experimental treatment for the disease caused by the new coronavirus.

France banned the use of hydroxychloroquine for treating the coronavirus a week after Trump said he was taking the drug, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - France reversed a March order that allowed the drug hydroxychloroquine to be used as a potential treatment for COVID-19.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

France bans hydroxychloroquine as COVID-19 treatment

May 27 (UPI) -- The French government on Wednesday barred the use of anti-malarial drug hydroxychloroquine as a treatment for COVID-19.

India backs hydroxychloroquine for coronavirus prevention

NEW DELHI: India's top biomedical research body on Tuesday (May 26) backed the use of the anti-malarial hydroxychloroquine as a preventive against ...

COVID-19 Update: Hydroxychloroquine Trials Continue Despite Suspensions from World Health Organization

The British coronavirus trial of the anti-malaria drug hydroxychloroquine will continue despite studies of the drug being suspended by the World Health Organization due to concerns and fears that it may raise the risk of deaths globally.

Algeria backs use of malaria drug despite WHO dropping trials

Algeria's coronavirus outbreak is one of the worst in Africa.

Indonesia, major advocate of hydroxychloroquine, told by WHO to stop using it

Indonesian companies have made millions of doses

India backs hydroxychloroquine for Covid-19 prevention despite WHO suspension

Indian Counci­l of Medica­l Resear­ch says it should be contin­ued becaus­e there is no harm

France halts hydroxychloroquine for coronavirus treatment

Paris - The French government on Wednesday banned treatment of COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a controversial and potentially harmful drug that US President Donald Trump has said he is taking preventively.

France bans use of hydroxychloroquine to treat Covid-19

Announcement comes two days after WHO said it was pausing a large trial due to safety concerns.

Algeria backs hydroxychloroquine use

Algeria's coronavirus outbreak is one of the worst in Africa.

Algeria backs hydroxychloroquine despite WHO dropping trials

The study found that administering the medicine or, separately, the related anti-malarial chloroquine, actually increased COVID-19 patients' risk of dying.

WHO halts Hydroxychloroquine in COVID-19 trial over safety concerns

The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has taken a toll on 188 countries and territories across the globe. With the increasing number of confirmed cases, scientists race to develop treatments and vaccines to fight the novel coronavirus.

WHO expects hydroxychloroquine safety findings by mid-June

ZURICH: The World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday (May 26) promised a swift review of data on hydroxychloroquine, probably by mid-June, after ...

Coronavirus | France to stop use of hydroxychloroquinefor COVID-19 treatment

Belgium’s medicine agency warned against using the drug to treat the virus any more except within ongoing clinical registered trials.

France halts hydroxychloroquine use for Covid-19 cases

PARIS, May 27 — French doctors are no longer allowed to use hydroxychloroquine to treat Covid-19 cases, according to new government rules today, after two French advisory bodies said the drug could pose serious health risks. Use of the drug, normally a treatment for rheumatoid arthritis and...

France halts hydroxychloroquine use for Covid-19 cases: Govt

Use of the drug, normally a treatment for rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, has proven controversial after some prominent doctors and even US President Donald Trump began backing it during the coronavirus outbreak.

COVID-19: Nigeria won’t suspend hydroxychloroquine trial — NAFDAC

Barely 24  hours after the World Health Organisation, WHO, suspended all clinical trials for hydroxychloroquine COVID-19, NAFDAC,

Coronavirus: WHO suspends chloroquine trial for treatment

World Health Organisation (WHO) said it has suspended the solidarity trial of hydroxychloroquine for Covid-19 treatment as the world faces coronavirus crisis.

Nigeria to continue using hydroxychloroquine on Covid-19 patients

Authorities go on with hydroxychloroquine clinical trials despite WHO warning.

Explained: What next for HCQ after enrolment freeze?

Coronavirus (Covid-19) Vaccine: A recent study in The Lancet had cautioned that the use of a regimen containing hydroxychloroquine or chloroquine (with or without a macrolide) was associated with no evidence of benefit.

WHO suspends trials of drug promoted by Trump to fight coronavirus

GENEVA: The World Health Organisation (WHO) has suspended trials of the drug that US President Donald Trump promoted as a coronavirus defence. WHO said the suspension of clinical trials of hydroxychloroquine as a potential treatment for Covid-19 is a precautionary...

Protests over death of black man in Minneapolis

Police in Minneapolis fired tear gas and bean bag rounds at crowds protesting the death of a black man who was held by officers on the ground while being handcuffed.

Officers sacked in US after black man dies as policeman kneels on neck

Your knee in my neck. I can't breathe... Mama. Mama, Floyd pleaded.

Uproar in US after black man dies as white policeman kneels on neck

A video of a handcuffed black man dying while a Minneapolis officer knelt on his neck for more than five minutes sparked a fresh furor in the US over police treatment of African Americans Tuesday.

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US fires policemen after brutalised black man dies

Four police officers in Minneapolis were sacked Tuesday as a video showing one of them kneeling on the neck of a handcuffed black man who later died sparked street protests in the midwestern US cit...

Four Minneapolis policemen fired after death of unarmed black man

Four Minneapolis police officers were fired on Tuesday over the death of an unarmed black man seen on a bystander’s video lying face down in the street, gasping for air and groaning, “I can’t breathe,” while a white officer kneels on his neck for several minutes.

Officers sacked in US after black man dies as policeman kneels on neck

Four police officers in Minneapolis were sacked Tuesday as a video showing one of them kneeling on the neck of a handcuffed black man who later died sparked street protests in the midwestern US city.

Officers sacked in US after black man dies as policeman kneels on neck

Minneapolis mayor: Being black in America should not be a death sentence

Furor in US after black man dies as white policeman kneels on neck

A video of a handcuffed black man dying while a Minneapolis officer knelt on his neck for more than five minutes sparked a fresh furor in the US over police treatment of African Americans Tuesday.

Four Minneapolis officers opened fire after unarmed black man dies

Minneapolis: Four Minneapolis officers involved in the arrest of a black man who died in police custody were fired Tuesday, hours after a bystander’s video showed an officer kneeling on the handcuffed man’s neck, even after he pleaded that he could not breathe and stopped moving.

Four Minneapolis Officers Fired After Death of Black Man

Four Minneapolis officers involved in the arrest of a black man who died in police custody were fired Tuesday, hours after a bystander’s video showed an officer kneeling on the handcuffed man’s neck, even after he pleaded that he could not breathe and stopped moving.

Four Minneapolis officers fired after death of black man

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Four Minneapolis officers involved in the arrest of a black man who died in police custody were fired Tuesday, hours after a bystander’s video showed an officer kneeling on the handcuffed man’s neck, even after he pleaded that he could not breathe and stopped moving.Mayor Jacob Frey announced the firings on Twitter, saying "This is the right call.”The man's death Monday night was under investigation by the FBI and state law enforcement authorities. It immediately drew comparisons to the case of Eric Garner, an unarmed black man who died in 2014 in New York after he was placed in a chokehold by police and pleaded for his life, saying he could not breathe.

US: Four Minneapolis policemen fired after the death of black man pinned down by white officer

Video captured by the bystanders on Monday showed George Floyd shouting ‘I cannot breathe’ as a police officer knelt on his neck.

Four US police officers fired after death of unarmed black man

A video of a handcuffed black man dying while a Minneapolis officer knelt on his neck for more than five minutes sparked a fresh furor in the US over police treatment of African Americans Tuesday.

Four Minneapolis officers fired after death of unarmed black man

The death comes amid outrage over the death of Ahmaud Arbery, a black man shot by a white father and son while jogging

Family demands murder charges after police killing of handcuffed African American

The family of an African American man killed by Minneapolis police while handcuffed in custody demanded Wednesday that the officers be charged with murder.

Family demands murder charges after police killing of handcuffed African American

The family of an African American man killed by Minneapolis police while handcuffed in custody demanded Wednesday that the officers be charged with murder.

Furor in US after black man dies as policeman kneels on his neck

A video of a handcuffed black man dying while a Minneapolis officer knelt on his neck for more than five minutes sparked a fresh furor in the US over police treatment of African Americans Tuesday.

Video shows cop kneeling on neck of black man who died

MINNEAPOLIS, United States (AP) — A black man who died in police custody in Minneap...

Swift firings for Minneapolis officers in death of black man

MINNEAPOLIS — To the general public, the video of a white police officer pressing his knee into the neck of a black man prone on the street, crying out for help until he finally stopped moving, was horrifying.

GRAPHIC: Swift firings for Minneapolis officers in death of black man

The Minneapolis police chief said the department would conduct a full internal investigation, and prosecutors will decide whether to file criminal charges against the officers involved.

Looting erupts during Minneapolis protests over black man's killing by white police officer

Protesters clashed with riot police firing tear gas for a second night in Minneapolis on Wednesday in an outpouring of rage over the death of a black man seen in a widely circulated video growing limp and lifeless as a white officer knelt on his neck. The video, taken by…

Four Minneapolis police officers fired after black man dies in Custody

Victim can be heard pleading ‘I can’t breathe’ on video shot by bystander

Police Fire Tear Gas At Crowd Protesting Against Killing Of George Floyd

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — To the general public, the video of a white police officer pressing his knee into the neck...

Black man dies after video shows officer kneeling on neck

A video shows victim telling officers he could not breathe.

George Floyd death: Protesters clash with riot police as thousands demand justice

WARNING: DISTRESSING IMAGES - A passerby captured a distressing video of unarmed George Floyd struggling to breathe while being detained in relation to a non-violent charge by a white police officer in Minneapolis

Four police officers fired following death of unarmed black man who had neck knelt on during arrest

Four Minneapolis police officers have been fired after video showed one of them kneeling on the neck of a black man who later died. Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey confirmed the termination of the four

Four Minneapolis policemen fired after death of unarmed black man

MINNEAPOLIS (Reuters) - Four Minneapolis police officers were fired on Tuesday over the death of an unarmed black man seen in a video lying face down in the street, gasping for air and groaning, “I can’t breathe,” while a white officer knelt on his neck for several minutes.

Four Minneapolis policemen fired after death of unarmed black man

MINNEAPOLIS — Four Minneapolis police officers were fired on Tuesday over the death of an unarmed black man seen in a video lying face down in the street, gasping for air and groaning, “I can’t breathe,” while a white officer knelt on his neck for several minutes.

Videos captured a chaotic scene as people protesting the death of George Floyd clashed with police who deployed tear gas

The conflict escalated as some protesters threw rocks and officers in riot gear deployed tear gas and flash grenades to disperse the crowds.

Videos captured a chaotic scene as people protesting the death of George Floyd clashed with police who deployed tear gas

Police officers on Tuesday evening clashed with hundreds of demonstrators who were protesting the death of a black man who died after a Minneapolis police officer knelt on his neck.

Riots break out over George Floyd's death after being killed by white cop

George Floyd died gasping for air and pleading 'I can't breathe' while a white officer knelt on his neck.

‘I can’t breathe’ – Here’s what we know about George Floyd’s death in the hands of Minneapolis police

George Floyd, an African-American man, died after a white Minneapolis cop who arrested him knelt on his neck despite pleading that he could not breathe.

Videos capture a chaotic scene as people protesting the death of George Floyd clash with police who deployed tear gas, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The conflict escalated as some protesters threw rocks and officers wearing riot gear deployed tear gas and flash grenades to disperse the crowds.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Minneapolis mayor calls for white police officer to be charged in black man’s death

May 27 (Reuters) - Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on Wednesday called on prosecutors to file criminal charges against a white police officer caught on a bystander's video pressing his knee into the neck of African-American man who later died at a hospital.

Minneapolis mayor calls for white police officer to be charged in black man's death

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on Wednesday called on prosecutors to file criminal charges against a white police officer caught on a bystander's video pressing his knee into the neck of African-American man who later died at a hospital. The officer along with three others involved in the apprehension of George…

Demonstrators, police clash during protest over George Floyd's death

Thousands of protesters took to the streets of Minneapolis on Tuesday night to express their outrage over the death of George Floyd. Floyd, a 46-year-old black man, died Monday night after a white police officer kneeled on his neck for several minutes. The incident was recorded, and Floyd can be heard in the video saying, "I can't breathe." The four police officers involved were fired on Tuesday, a move applauded by Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and the FBI will investigate the incident for possible civil rights violations. Several community activists addressed Tuesday night's crowd. One of them, Al Flowers, warned that "this will happen again if we don't get in front of this." The protesters chanted "Prosecute the police," and a smaller group continued to march to a precinct near where Floyd died. Once there, clashes broke out, with some demonstrators spray painting squad cars and throwing water bottles and rocks at police officers; the officers fired tear gas and stun grenades at the crowd in response. Catherine…

Four police officers fired after killing of unarmed black man in Minnesota

Four police offers in US city of Minneapolis have been fired for their involvement in the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man who was held down

Minneapolis Mayor Calls for Cop to Be Charged in Death of Black Man

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey called publicly Wednesday for the prosecution of a police officer shown on video kneeling on the neck of a handcuffed black man, who died shortly after the incident.

Locust swarms headed towards Delhi; crops threatened in many states

Higher than normal temperatures have helped locusts spread more rapidly in different parts of the states

Indian drones pursue locusts as swarms destroy swathes of crops

NEW DELHI: Huge swarms of desert locusts are destroying crops across western and central India, prompting authorities on Tuesday (May 26) to step ...

Locust swarms attack crops in Maha, other states

An invasion by swarms of desert locusts has devastated crops in India's heartland, threatening an already vulnerable region that is struggling with the economic cost of coronavirus lockdown.

How govt is deploying drones to pursue locusts as swarms destroy swathes of crop

Drones, tractors and cars have been sent out to track the voracious pests and spray them with pesticides.Eight to 10 swarms, each measuring around a square kilometre are active in parts of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh

Rabi crops not impacted by locusts; efforts on to prevent spread before monsoon to save kharif crops

Locusts -- the oldest migratory pest in the world -- entered India after travelling from Africa through Yemen, Iran and Pakistan. After massive devastation in Pakistan, the swarms of locusts have entered the country through Rajasthan and Gujarat.

States tighten locust control measures as pest gives Delhi a miss for now

Govt asserts desert locusts have not impacted rabi crops and efforts are on to eliminate the insects before monsoon in order to save kharif

Locust threat is bigger this year, warns Agriculture Ministry monitor

A huge challenge is likely to emerge when the swarms flying over 20 districts in Rajasthan start breeding.

Locusts have not hit rabi crops; efforts on to prevent spread before monsoon to save kharif crops

The officials, however, said that locust swarms would not have posed a big threat to India, had neighbouring Pakistan controlled its spread at its end.

Locust Menace: UP, Maharashtra, Punjab on High Alert; Centre Steps up Efforts; Drones to be Deployed Soon

As per updates, about 21 districts in Rajasthan, 18 districts in Madhya Pradesh, 2 districts in Gujarat and 1 district in Punjab have undertaken locust control measures till now.

Winged terror: Locusts now in 6 states; farm output under threat

Normally, with the arrival of the monsoon, locust swarms enter the desert areas of India via Pakistan for breeding in the summer of June-July.

Fresh swarms of locusts reach Rajasthan; situation likely to worsen

Locust swarms may continue arriving for four more months, but they may not lead to a food crisis, believe officials

Worst attack in years: Locusts reach major parts of India, damage crops

Locusts swarms entered major districts of India and could head towards Maharashtra's districts damages crops, the worst attack in 26 years.

Worst attack in years: Locusts reach Jhansi, Maharashtra; Punjab on alert

According to the Union agriculture ministry, 21 districts in Rajasthan, 18 in Madhya Pradesh, two in Gujarat and one in Punjab have undertaken locust control measures till now

India faces its worst locust swarm in nearly 30 years

With about 50,000 hectares of cropland destroyed by locusts, India is facing its worst food shortages since 1993

After Rajasthan and MP, locusts reach Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi, damage crops in Maharashtra's Nagpur; Punjab issues alert

A locust swarm reached Jhansi district on Wednesday, an Uttar Pradesh official said. Other districts in the region are also on alert.

Locust swarms reach Maharashtra's Bhandara district; Uttar Pradesh, Punjab on high alert

Worst attack in years: Locusts reach Jhansi, damage crops in Nagpur; Punjab too on alert

India News: After damaging crops in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, swarms of locusts entered Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi district Wednesday amid what is being described

Swarms of desert locusts threaten India's summer crops

An invasion by swarms of desert locusts has devastated crops in India's heartland, threatening an already vulnerable region that is struggling with the economic cost of coronavirus lockdown.

Swarms of desert locusts threaten India’s summer crops

NEW DELHI (AP) — An invasion by swarms of desert locusts has devastated crops in India's heartland, threatening an already vulnerable region that is struggling with the economic cost of...

Swarms of desert locusts threaten India's summer crops

An invasion by swarms of desert locusts has devastated crops in India's heartland, threatening an already vulnerable region that is struggling with the economic cost of coronavirus lockdown.

Govt steps up locust control operations; drones to be deployed soon

The government has stepped up efforts to control spread of swarms of locust, a crop damaging migratory pests, in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab and Madhya Pradesh, and plans to soon deploy drones for

Locusts swarm UP and Maharashtra; Govt steps up control operations, drones to be deployed soon

About 21 districts in Rajasthan, 18 districts in Madhya Pradesh, 2 districts in Gujarat and 1 district in Punjab have undertaken locust control measures till now, the ministry said in a statement. It has been controlled in 47,308 hectare areas so far in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab and Madhya Pradesh, it said.

Locusts swarm UP and Maharashtra, high alert in Punjab; Government to deploy drones

About 21 districts in Rajasthan, 18 districts in Madhya Pradesh, 2 districts in Gujarat and 1 district in Punjab have undertaken locust control measures till now, the agriculture ministry said.

Govt steps up locust control operations; drones to be deployed soon

The government has placed an order for buying 60 spraying machines from UK-based company Micron, and two firms have been finalised for supply of drones for aerial spraying of insecticides for effective control over tall trees and inaccessible areas, it added.

Locust Alert In UP After Swarms Move Through Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh

At least 10 Uttar Pradesh districts were on alert Tuesday after swarms of locusts were spotted in Mahoba and Jhansi districts, moving into the state after attacking crops in neighbouring Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, officials said.

No locusts danger to Tamilnadu: Govt

The Tamilnadu government today said locusts which have invaded northern parts of India are unlikely to enter the State and the situation is being monitored continuously. Continue Reading →

How locust swarms are tackled

An invasion by desert locusts has hit large swathes of India and Pakistan in the middle of pandemic.

Worst locusts attack in decades; crops damaged in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, UP, Rajasthan

Locusts attack in India: Farmers have been advised to play loud music to drive the insects away and save crops. Locusts don't attack animals or humans but can devastate crops and other areas of greenery

Locusts spare Delhi for now, but threat continues

The current trajectory of locust movement from Rajasthan is towards Madhya Pradesh and going further southwards towards Maharashtra. The Locust Control Office has been fighting the locust challenge for more than two weeks now

Locust swarms head for India ahead of planting season

As many as 700 tractors, 75 fire engines and almost 50 other vehicles are engaged in spraying pesticides to kill the locusts, Trilochan Mohapatra, director general of the state-run Indian Council of Agricultural Research in New Delhi said on Tuesday.

Govt steps in to fight with swarm of locusts as several states are under threat

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Govt steps up locust control operations; drones to be deployed soon as Nagpur, UP stay on alert

The government has placed an order for buying 60 spraying machines from UK-based company Micron, and two firms have been finalised for supply of drones for aerial spraying of insecticides for effective control over tall trees and inaccessible areas

Locust Invasion: Indian Farmers Cry For Relief As Country Hit By Second Plague

New Delhi (Sputnik): Struggling to contain the pandemic, India is now facing an additional challenge to deal with the worst locust attack in decades. This second wave...

How to drive away locust swarms and prevent your farms? MP DM has an answer

Locusts entered Rajasthan from Pakistan earlier this month, and then drifted into other parts of western India.Desert locusts are a regular feature in the country but on a very small scale

CAI urges Centre to take steps to control desert locust attack

In a representation to both the ministers, Atul Ganatra, president, CAI said that sowing of cotton in north India is complete to the extent of 80%.

India braces for worst locust attack in three decades: Authorities procure drones, pesticides but financial damage from crop loss to be huge

Already overwhelmed by the coronavirus pandemic, farmers in north India are now worrying over the kharif crop even as a new wave of locust attacks, predicted to be the worst in almost three decades, is expected by June

Swarms of locusts now enter Bhandara district from Nagpur

Agriculture department claims Pakistan is the new breeding spot of locusts

BR Kadwa, the deputy director of the agriculture department said that Pakistan has become a new breeding ground of desert locusts that are entering Rajasthan from adjoining areas in Pakistan.

Are You Judging Other People's Behavior During the Pandemic?

Do you find yourself criticizing people for how they respond to stay-at-home orders? Try to practice curiosity, compassion, and acceptance instead.

The Third Month

How do we reprioritize and stay on top of our wellbeing, even as we slowly reopen?

"If This Is the Apocalypse, Should I Still Be in Therapy?"

Some clients are asking the questions that are in the back of everyone's minds.

When is it safe to see friends again as the coronavirus pandemic rolls on?

As lonely, stir-crazy Americans wait for a coronavirus vaccine to materialize in the distant future, some might be wondering if it’s safe to hang out with friends or rope extra family members into

So, What Can We Do Now?

A guide to staying safe this summer

COVID-19: Amid so much uncertainty, here are tips on how to build children's resilience, and your own

Carolyn FitzGerald , Wilfrid Laurier University The world is upside down right now due to coronavirus.

People are experiencing ‘adjustment disorder’ as lockdowns end and society reopens, a psychiatrist says

The day the Illinois governor announced a shelter in place order March 20, Mallory Bradford, a Chicago resident, broke down crying in a grocery store aisle.

Know you're not alone - New Thought

As I engage and connect with folks on a deeper level, one thing has been pretty consistent, we’re still on an emotional rollercoaster that doesn’t seem close to stopping. It can feel like emotional whiplash.

People are experiencing 'adjustment disorder' as lockdowns end and society reopens, a psychologist says, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - At first, coronavirus lockdowns led to anxiety. Now, the prospect of leaving them is. A psychologist calls it "phase two adjustment disorder.". Read more at businessinsider.sg

People are experiencing 'adjustment disorder' as lockdowns end and society reopens, a psychiatrist says

At first, coronavirus lockdowns led to anxiety. Now, the prospect of leaving them is. A psychiatrist calls it "phase two adjustment disorder."

How Do I Re-Enter the COVID-19 World?

Is there a correct way to re-integrate?

Will the COVID-19 Crisis Change Us for the Better?

My fundamental question is whether the positive changes we've experienced during the pandemic will “stick” after life returns to some semblance of normal.

School’s (Not) Out for The Summer

Just when we thought we were nearing a pause in distance learning for the summer, we are met with new news. In Minnesota, this week it was determined that schools will be allowed to hold summer classes, using distance learning or meeting in person with appropriate social distancing. Like much of recent news, responses across the board […]

As states reopen, tensions flare between the rule followers and rule breakers

The divide transcends partisan bickering. Some people really do recoil at the imposition of strict rules, while others become anxious when rules aren't followed.

Open The Door To Receive God’s Love

In times of crisis, it is crucial to increase trust, for which, visualizing God is a very helpful and almost necessary requirement. To worship this nucleus of trust, or God, we have designed so many refined rituals that create a relationship with God. The institutions that maintain trust are our places of worship. What is the benefit arising from keeping these places closed, especially in a time when they are most useful to us?

10 Conflict Resolution Skills Every Manager Needs

Conflict is a part of life. As a manager, conflict resolution skills should be a part of all professional development in order to ensure your team is functioning at its best.

Managers, Adjust Your Expectations (Without Lowering the Bar)

Everyone’s fatigued these days.

PANDEMIC PROVIDES OPPORTUNITY FOR FAMILIES' MENTAL HEALTH

As pandemic restrictions continue, are you starting to worry more about your child's mental health? You are not alone.

Stay at home. Our success depends on our compliance.

At the time of writing, the coronavirus (COVID-19) has reportedly infected 5,588,356 people worldwide and 347,873  people are deceased. That number need not have been so high. So what lessons can be learnt?

The Antidote To Outrage

We are outraged. And I am outraged by our outrage.

To Resolve A Problem, Stop Struggling And Do These 6 Things

Many business problems seem to persist for a long time without improving. Applying these 6 steps will help you make progress toward a solution.

I’ve Been Shamed

I’ve been shamed for wearing a mask. Okay, people haven’t called me out, on the street, “Hey you! You’re a loser. You’re afraid!!!” But, when I scroll through my feed on Instagram or Facebook, I see too many posts accusing people who choose to wear masks of doing it because we’re afraid. And, for me, […]

Veteran Actor Kiran Kumar Tests Negative For Coronavirus In His Third Result

Last week, veteran actor Kiran Kumar revealed that he has been tested positive for coronavirus. Kiran found this out when he visited the hospital for minor medical procedure although he was not show

Kiran Kumar recovers from COVID-19, confirms testing negative

Veteran Bollywood actor Kiran Kumar, who had tested positive last week, had gone into self-isolation immediately.

Kiran Kumar Recovers From Coronavirus, Confirms Testing Negative

Veteran Bollywood actor Kiran Kumar, who was diagnosed with Coronavirus on May 14, has now tested negative for the virus.

Still A Target, Still A Leader: Creating Space For Humans

We’ve been programmed with so many powerful messages that “good employees are quiet employees”, that it takes repeated, insistent communication before people will admit the emotional turmoil and burnout underneath.

Letter from the edge

"When you're weary, wary and worn"     Crisis, whether personal or societal, has a way of bringing out the best and the worst in people.

Actor Kiran Kumar recovers from COVID-19, confirms testing negative

Veteran actor Kiran Kumar has tested negative for coronavirus. Kumar, who had tested positive last week, had gone into self-isolation immediately. On Wednesday, results showed he has recovered for the virus.

Will It Ever Be Safe to Go Back to the Gym?

As some fitness centers reopen, public health experts cringe

Actor Kiran Kumar is now Free from the COVID-19 Infection

Actor Kiran Kumar was in for a shock a couple of weeks back when a routine COVID-19 check up at a place he visited turned into a nightmare for him as he tested positive. The actor was soon isolated from his family and informed the government in Mumbai so that they could take the necessary actions. However, now his latest test reports claim that Kiran is free of COVID-19 infection. In an official statement released by him, he said, "Today after being retested for Covid19, I am happy to say that I have tested negative. My family is still following strict home isolation. I was totally asymptomatic and apart from the boredom that accompanies isolation had no other complaints. I am continuing to take this forced time out as an opportunity to introspect and focus on life's smaller pleasures. The days are spent meditating, catching up on ample OTT content and reading books I've long forgotten I'd bought. We all held on to our optimism and if there's one take away I have from this, is that there's nothing to fear but…

Mask as Symbol

Conventional wisdom and the balance of the public health community seems to have come round decisively in favor of masks...

Now’s the time to teach our children resilience

MY neighbour’s children have been staying at home for the past few months in compliance with the movement control order (MCO) and helping their parents, who have just started a small business selling home-cooked nasi lemak.  A saying about parenthood goes: “Children do not hear us. They imitate us”. Now is probably the best time to use this tendency for good. 

‘I hope your son gets coronavirus’ – Watford’s Troy Deeney the latest victim of disgusting social media abuse

'I hope your son gets coronavirus' - Watford's Troy Deeney the latest victim of disgusting social media abuse

Reading the Blueprints for Our Future After the Virus

From the Bible to ‘Epidemics and Society’ to ‘The Age of Surveillance Capitalism,’ these works map out our post-pandemic future

Troy Deeney opens up on disgusting abuse after stating Premier League training view

EXCLUSIVE: Watford captain Deeney made clear his decision to stay away from training over Covid-19 fears, but suffered a host of online abuse over his stance, aimed at himself and his family

Canada court decision could end 'Huawei Princess' extradition saga

A Canadian judge will deliver a key decision Wednesday on the extradition of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou that could set her free and help repair Canada-China relations. Four days of legal arguments in January focused on whether US charges against the "Huawei Princess" would stand up in Canada

Canada court decision could end ‘Huawei Princess’ extradition saga

Ottawa, Canada | AFP |  A Canadian judge will deliver a key decision Wednesday on the extradition of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou that could set her free and help repair Canada-China relations. Four days of legal arguments in January focused on whether US charges against the “Huawei Princess” would stand up in Canada, a key test …

Canada court decision could end ‘Huawei Princess’ extradition saga

OTTAWA, May 27 — A Canadian judge will deliver a key decision today on the extradition of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou that could set her free and help repair Canada-China relations. Four days of legal arguments in January focused on whether US charges against the “Huawei Princess” would...

Canada judge rules Huawei CFO Meng's fraud case will proceed

VANCOUVER - A Canadian judge ruled Wednesday the U.S. extradition case against a senior Huawei executive can proceed to the next stage, a decision that is e

Canada court decision could end ‘Huawei Princess’ extradition saga

A Canadian judge will deliver a key decision Wednesday on the extradition of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou that could set her free and help repair Canada-China relations.

Huawei CFO to find out if her fraud case will proceed

Canada arrested Meng Wanzhou, the daughter of Huawei's founder, at Vancouver's airport in late 2018. The U.S. wants her extradited to face fraud charges. Her arrest infuriated Beijing, which sees her case as a political move designed to prevent China's rise.

Huawei CFO loses bid to dismiss US extradition request

Canadian court ruling will allow proceedings to continue against Meng Wanzhou

Canadian judge rules Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou’s fraud case will proceed | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

VANCOUVER, British Columbia >> A Canadian judge ruled today the U.S. extradition case against a senior Huawei executive can continue to the next stage, a decision that is expected to further harm relations between China and Canada.

Huawei CFO fails to end US extradition fight in Canada

A Canadian judge has ruled that the US extradition case against a senior Chinese Huawei executive can continue to the next stage.

Huawei CFO fails to end US extradition fight in Canada

A Canadian judge has ruled that the US extradition case against a senior Chinese Huawei executive can continue to the next stage.

Huawei CFO fails to end US extradition fight in Canada

A Canadian judge has ruled that the US extradition case against a senior Chinese Huawei executive can continue to the next stage.

Huawei CFO Meng's US extradition case hinges on key ruling in Canada on Wednesday

A Canadian judge will rule Wednesday on a key aspect of Huawei Technologies Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou's extradition to the United ...

Canadian court rules against Huawei exec fighting extradition

Chinese Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou was dealt a legal setback Wednesday when a Canadian judge ruled that proceedings to extradite her to the United States will go ahead. The decision on so-called double criminality, a key test for extradition, found that bank fraud accusations against Meng would stand up in…

Meng Wanzhou: Huawei executive suffers US extradition blow

A Canadian court has ruled that the extradition hearing of Meng Wanzhou can continue.

Canadian judge OKs extradition proceedings for Huawei CFO

A Canadian Supreme Court judge has ruled that extradition proceedings should continue for an executive of Chinese telecommunications giant Huawei.

Huawei CFO Meng loses key court argument in fight against extradition to United States

A Canadian judge will rule Wednesday on a key aspect of Huawei Technologies Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou's extradition to the United ...

Huawei executive loses court ruling, extradition case continues

VANCOUVER - A new round of legal arguments looms in a court battle that has strained international relations after a senior Huawei executive wanted in the U

Huawei executive loses court ruling, extradition case continues

A B.C. Supreme Court judge has ruled against a Huawei executive wanted on fraud charges in the United States.

Huawei CFO loses bid to dismiss US extradition request

Huawei Technologies chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou was dealt a setback by a Canadian court on Wednesday as she tries to avoid extradition to the US to face bank fraud charges.

Huawei Meng's US extradition case hinges on key ruling in Canada on Wednesday

A Canadian judge will rule Wednesday on a key aspect of Huawei Technologies Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou's extradition to the United ...

Huawei CFO Meng Loses Key Court Argument in Fight Against Extradition To United States

Huawei's Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou has lost a key aspect of the trial on her extradition to the United States, a Canadian court announced on Wednesday. From a report: Meng, a Chinese citizen, was arrested in December 2018 on a warrant issued by U.S. authorities, who accuse her of bank fra...

What is double criminality? Meng Wanzhou ruling explained

The alleged fraud that Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou is accused of committing by U.S. authorities would be considered a crime in Canada if it happened here, a British Columbia judge ruled Wednesday, marking a major loss for the powerful Chinese businesswoman in her ongoing extradition battle.

Canadian court deals blow to Huawei CFO

Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou lost a bid to have US extradition proceedings dismissed, after a ...

Canadian court arrives at decision for Huawei's CFO, Meng Wanzhou

In December 2018, Meng Wanzhou, Huawei's CFO, was arrested in Canada at the request of the United States. Today, a court in Canada has finally made its decision about what should happen.

Canadian court deals blow to Huawei CFO

Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou lost a bid to have US extradition proceedings dismissed, after a ...

Key court ruling coming today in Meng extradition case

VANCOUVER — The British Columbia Supreme Court is scheduled to release a key decision today in the American extradition case of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou.

Key court ruling coming today in Meng extradition case

The British Columbia Supreme Court is scheduled to release a key decision today in the American extradition case of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou.

Key court ruling coming today in Meng extradition case

The British Columbia Supreme Court is scheduled to release a key decision today in the American extradition case of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou.

Huawei CFO Meng loses key court fight against extradition to United States

Huawei Technologies Co's Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou was dealt a setback by a Canadian court on Wednesday as she tries to avoid ...

Five things to know about the Meng Wanzhou extradition case

VANCOUVER - A B.C. Supreme Court judge ruled against Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou on Wednesday in a key legal argument in her extradition case. Here are fi

Meng ruling comes today

The British Columbia Supreme Court is scheduled to release a key decision today in the American extradition case of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou.

Mumbai: Meeting of Maha Vikas Aghadi begins at CM Thackeray's Varsha bungalow

Mumbai: Meeting of Maha Vikas Aghadi begins at CM Thackeray's Varsha bungalow: The meeting of Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) has begun at Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray's Varsha bungalow residence and senior leaders of alliance partners are in attendance amid reports of a rift between alliance partners.. Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with alliance partners amid speculations of rift

Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi's statement is seen as a setback for the MVA government in Maharashtra where hectic politics is going on.

After meeting Uddhav, Pawar says no threat to govt in Maharashtra

Pawar's meeting with the chief minister, held at Thackeray’s residence Matoshree, came as the main opposition BJP has stepped up its criticism of the Thackeray government's alleged mishandling of the Covid-19 crisis in Maharashtra.

A flurry of activity leads to doubts about govt’s stability

Pawar’s meetings with governor Koshyari and CM Uddhav, followed by Rahul’s remark on Cong’s ‘limited’ role in MVA decision-making give rise to speculation

‘Governor should scold those trying to destabilise Uddhav Thackeray govt’: Shiv Sena’s veiled attack on BJP

Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena president Uddhav Thackeray had taken oath on November 28 last year. The Shiv Sena, NCP and Congress came together to form government last year, after the Thackeray-led party and the BJP fell out over sharing the chief ministerial post.

Shiv Sena asks Maharashtra governor to 'scold' those trying to destabilise govt

An editorial in Sena mouthpiece 'Saamana' also , without naming BJP leaders in Maharashtra, asked them to demand imposition of Presidents rule in Gujarat instead.

Maharashtra crisis: CM Uddhav Thackeray meets allies as speculation mounts over MVA government’s stability

Maharashtra politics: The MVA government comprises Shiv Sena, NCP and Congress. It is headed by Uddhav who severed ties with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) after 35 years following squabbles over the CM's chair last November.

Rahul Gandhi speaks with CM Uddhav Thackeray, assures Congress' support

Rahul on Monday had said Congress was only a supporting partner of the MVA government and not a key decision-maker.

Maharashtra: CM Uddhav Thackeray on shaky ground as murmurs of rift within MVA grow, Sharad Pawar takes centrestage

The MVA government continues to face a relentless attack from the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party over poor handling of the COVID situation.

MVA allies firefight after Rahul's statement on Congress role in Maha government

The Congress, along with the Shiv Sena and the NCP, is part of the Maha Vikas Aghadi government.

MVA in firefighting mode after Rahul's comment on Congress role in Maharashtra government

The Congress, along with the Shiv Sena and the NCP, is part of the Maha Vikas Aghadi government.

Amid reports of rift, Uddhav Thackeray meets alliance partners

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray has called a meeting of his alliance partners the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and the Congress amid reports of rifts within the Maha Vikas Aghad.

Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with key Maha Vikas Aghadi leaders

India News: Against the backdrop of the recent political activities in Maharashtra and with just a few days remaining for the fourth phase of the lockdown to end,

Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with key Maha Vikas Aghadi leaders

Against the backdrop of the recent political activities in Maharashtra and with just a few remaining for the fourth phase of the lockdown to end, state Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday

Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with key Maha Vikas Aghadi leaders | India News

File photo MUMBAI: Against the backdrop of the recent political activities in Maharashtra and with just a few remaining for … Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with key Maha Vikas Aghadi leaders | India News Read More »

Rahul Gandhi calls CM Thackeray, assures full support to Maha amid COVID-19 crisis

Rahul Gandhi calls CM Thackeray, assures full support to Maha amid COVID-19 crisis: Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray held a meeting with his alliance partners amid speculations of a rift in MVA .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with key MVA leaders

Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, Revenue Minister Balasaheb Thorat, Water Resources Minister Jayant Patil, Transport Minister Anil Parab and others attended the meeting.

We support Maharashtra govt, not key decision-makers: Rahul

Rahul’s remarks also come at a time when the BJP is sharpening its attack on the Thackeray government over its handling of the crisis. Maharashtra now has nearly one-third of the corona cases in India.

Shiv Sena hints at split in Maharashtra BJP

Asserting that the Uddhav Thackeray-led government in Maharashtra is stable, Shiv Sena mouthpiece Saamana on Wednesday hinted that a chunk of BJP MLAs in the State might shift loyalties to the ruling

Maharashtra: Amid reports of rift in Thackeray-led MVA, Speaker says no 'emergency' or 'political situation' in state

With as many as 54,758 positive cases of COVID-19, Maharashtra is currently is the worst coronavirus affected state in the country.

Congress cannot pass the buck in Maharashtra: Fadnavis after Rahul Gandhi's remarks

Fadnavis said that speculative statements like the Opposition trying to destabilise the Sena-led government are wrong.

Amid reports of rift, Uddhav Thackeray holds meeting with MVA alliance partners

The discussion on the ongoing lockdown and the decision of lifting it in some areas are on the agenda list of this meeting.

Congress cannot pass the buck in Maharashtra: Fadnavis after RaGa remarks

Fadnavis said that speculative statements like the Opposition trying to destabilise the Sena-led government are wrong.

Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray Convenes Coalition Partners for Meeting -

A meeting has begun with Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray and coalition partners. This meeting has been organized at Varsha,

Devendra Fadnavis is impatient and desperate but state govt is stable: Sharad Pawar

Nationalist Congress Party strongman Sharad Pawar on Tuesday slammed former chief minister Devendra Fadnavis, saying that he is impatient and desperate but the state government is quite strong, safe and stable.

Brazil leads daily virus deaths for fifth straight day

Brazil reported the highest daily COVID-19 death toll in the world Tuesday with 1,039 people killed, the fifth straight day the country has topped the list.       

Brazil leads daily virus deaths for fifth straight day

Brazil reported the highest daily COVID-19 death toll in the world Tuesday with 1,039 people killed, the fifth straight day the country has topped the list. Latin America's largest country, which has emerged as a new epicenter in the coronavirus pandemic, has seen its daily death toll surge past

Brazil reports highest coronavirus death toll in world for fifth straight day

Brazil's daily death toll has passed 1,000 four times since the pandemic accelerated in the country a week ago. Brazil has now confirmed a total of 24,512 deaths, according to health ministry figures.

Brazil leads daily virus deaths for fifth straight day

Brazil reported the highest daily COVID-19 death toll in the world Tuesday with 1,039 people killed, the fifth straight day the country has topped the list.

Brazil leads daily virus deaths for fifth straight day

Brazil reported the highest daily COVID-19 death toll in the world Tuesday with 1,039 people killed, the fifth straight day the country has topped the list.

Brazil leads in daily coronavirus deaths for fifth straight day

Country has emerged as a new epicentre in the coronavirus pandemic.

Brazil leads daily virus deaths for fifth straight day

Latin America's largest country, which has emerged as a new epicenter in the coronavirus pandemic, has seen its daily death toll surge past that of the United States, the hardest-hit country so far.

Brazil leads daily coronavirus deaths for fifth straight day

Brazil reported the highest daily COVID-19 death toll in the world Tuesday with 1,039 people killed, the fifth straight day the country has topped ...

Brazil leads daily virus deaths for fifth straight day

Brazil reported the highest daily COVID-19 death toll in the world Tuesday with 1,039 people killed, the fifth straight day the country has topped the list.

Brazil daily virus deaths again top 1,000

The country now has confirmed a total of 24,512 deaths, according to health ministry figures.

Brazil Counts Almost Twice As Many Daily Covid-19 Deaths As The U.S.

On Tuesday, the virus claimed more than 1,000 lives in Brazil.

Brazil reports over 1,000 virus deaths, 16,000 cases

Total case count in world's second worst-hit countr­y crosse­s 390,000, death toll nears 25,000

Global Covid-19 Cases Rise To Over 56 Lakh, Death Toll Crosses 3.5 Lakh Mark

The total number of people that have recovered from the disease has also increased to over 23 lakh.

Global cases top 5.5 mn

Washington: The overall number of global coronavirus cases on Tuesday surpassed the 5.5 million mark, while the deaths have increased to more than 346,000, according to the Johns Hopkins University. Currently, the total number of cases stood at 5,508

US coronavirus deaths top 100,000 as country reopens

WASHINGTON, May 28 — The novel coronavirus has killed more than 100,000 people in the United States, according to a Reuters tally yesterday, even as the slowdown in deaths encouraged businesses to reopen and Americans to emerge from more than two months of lockdowns. About 1,400 Americans have...

Covid-19 wrap | Brazil leads daily virus deaths, Montenegro first corona-free European country

Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis.

Coronavirus World toll at 1900 GMT Tuesday( 3 AM Wednesday Philippine Time)

The novel coronavirus has killed at least 347,723 people since the outbreak first emerged in China last December, according to a tally from official sources compiled by AFP at 1900 GMT on Tuesday(3 AM Philippine time).  At least 5,541,590 cases of coronavirus have been registered in 196 countries and territories. Of these, at least 2,191,200 are now considered recovered. The tallies, using data collected by AFP from national authorities and information from the World Health Organization (WHO), probably reflect only a fraction of the actual number of infections.  Many countries are testing only symptomatic cases or the most serious ones. Since the count at 1900 GMT Monday, 3,565 new deaths and 86,893 new cases have been recorded worldwide. The countries with the most new deaths were Brazil with 807, the United States with 636 and Spain with 283. The US is the worst-hit country with 98,584 deaths from 1,671,728 cases. At least 379,157 people have been declared recovered.  After the US, the hardest-hit countries…

US death toll from Covid-19 passes 100,000 as Americans emerge from lockdown

The novel coronavirus has killed more than 100,000 people in the United States, according to a Reuters tally on Wednesday, even as the slowdown in deaths encouraged businesses to reopen and Americans…

Global COVID-19 cases cross 5.6 million: Johns Hopkins

The overall number of global coronavirus cases have crossed 5.6 million, while the death toll increased to 350,876, according to the Johns Hopkins University.

Global coronavirus death toll exceeds 350,000 mark

US has most confir­med cases, highes­t death toll in world, accord­ing to data compil­ed by Johns Hopkin­s Univer­sity

World coronavirus death toll tops 350,000

World coronavirus death toll tops 350,000

Iran records 56 coronavirus deaths in 24 hours - The Nation

Iran on Wednesday confirmed 56 additional fatalities from coronavirus over the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 7,564....

Virus expands grip in many areas as US nears 100,000 deaths

South Korea reported 40 newly confirmed cases – the biggest daily jump in nearly 50 days.

Virus expands grip in many areas as US nears 100,000 deaths

South Korea reported 40 newly confirmed cases – the biggest daily jump in nearly 50 days.

Virus expands grip in many areas, as U.S. nears 100,000 deaths

South Korea reported its highest number of new coronavirus infections in weeks on Wednesday and India reported another record single-day jump of more than 6,000 cases, as the pandemic expanded its grip across much of the globe.

Virus expands grip in many areas as US nears 100,000 deaths

South Korea reported 40 newly confirmed cases – the biggest daily jump in nearly 50 days.

US nears 100K deaths as virus expands grip in many areas

Optimism over reopening economies from business shutdowns to fight the virus spurred a rally on Wall Street, even as the official U.S. death toll approached 100,000.

Virus expands grip in many areas, as US nears 100,000 deaths

South Korea reported its highest number of new coronavirus infections in weeks on Wednesday and India saw another record single-day jump of more than 6,000 cases, as the pandemic expanded its grip acr

Coronavirus expands grip in many areas, as US nears 100,000 deaths

Europe has recorded about 170,000 deaths, while the US has reported more than 98,900 in a span of less than four months, more than the number of Americans killed in the Vietnam and Korean wars combined.

Virus Resurges Worldwide as US Nears 100,000 Deaths

South Korea reported its highest number of new coronavirus infections in weeks on Wednesday and India saw another record single-day jump of more than 6,000 cases, as the pandemic expanded its grip across much of the globe.

Coronavirus expands global grip, as US nears 100,000 deaths

Outbreaks are still climbing in much of the Americas, while many countries in Asia and much of Europe are making steady progress in containing the deadliest pandemic in a century.

Virus expands grip in many areas as US nears 100,000 deaths

South Korea reported its highest number of new coronavirus infections in weeks on Wednesday and India reported another record single-day jump of more than 6,000 cases, as the pandemic expanded its grip across much of the globe.

Virus expands grip in many areas, as US nears 100,000 deaths

SEOUL, Korea, Republic Of — South Korea reported its highest number of new coronavirus infections in weeks on Wednesday and India reported another record single-day jump of more than 6,000 cases, as the pandemic expanded its grip across much of the globe.

The Latest: Spain begins 10 days of mourning virus victims

The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause m

Spike in South Korea virus cases shows perils of reopening

As Mediterranean beaches and Las Vegas casinos laid out plans to welcome tourists again, South Korea announced a spike in new infections Wednesday and considered reimposing social distancing restrictions, revealing the setbacks ahead for others on the road to reopening.

Global report: EU countries block hydroxychloroquine, South Korea fears new spike

France, Italy and Belgium respond to safety fears around drug; UN issues food insecurity warning for Africa; mosques reopen in Syria

Latin America now epicentre of global COVID-19 outbreak

The global death toll from the coronavirus pandemic has now passed 350,000 with more than 5.6 million people have been infected.

Morning brief: Coronavirus update for May 27, 2020

Morning brief: Coronavirus update for May 27, 2020

1st wave of pandemic not over: WHO warns

As Brazil and India struggle with surging coronavirus cases, a top health expert is warning that the world is still smack in the middle of the pandemic,

World coronavirus death toll tops 350,000

More than 350,000 deaths from the new coronavirus have been recorded worldwide since it first appeared in China in December, according to a tally compiled by AFP from official sources as of this morning.

WHO warns that 1st wave of pandemic not over

Bangkok: As Brazil and India struggle with surging coronavirus cases, a top health expert is warning that the world is still smack in the middle of the pandemic, dampening hopes for a speedy global economic rebound and renewed international travel.Ri

Asia Today: S Korea virus cases make biggest jump in 50 days

South Korea on Thursday reported its biggest jump in coronavirus cases in more than 50 days, a huge setback that could erase some of its hard-won gains. Health officials warned that the resurgence is

Home delivery of essential medicines can be organised in containment zones: Health ministry

In its 'Guidance note on Provision of Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health Plus Nutrition (RMNCAH+N) services during and post COVID-19 pandemic' released on Wednesday, the ministry stressed that critical services for women, children and adolescent should be provided irrespective of their COVID-19 status.

COVID testing not mandatory for services related to maternal, newborn: Govt

Essential services related to reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health should be continued in a restricted manner in areas defined as containment and buffer zones, the Union Health Ministry said, underlining that COVID testing is not mandatory for providing such services.

Covid testing not necessary for maternal services: Govt

Critical services for women, children should be provided irrespective of their covid status.Denial of service can impact maternal and newborn mortalities, the health ministry says

Coronavirus Test Not Mandatory For Newborn, Maternal Services: Health Ministry

Essential services related to reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health should be continued in a restricted manner in areas defined as containment and buffer zones, the Union Health Ministry said, underlining that COVID testing is not mandatory for providing such services.

Covid-19 tests not mandatory for maternal, newborn: Health Ministry

The ministry also said that mother and newborn should be nursed together and breastfeeding must be initiated within 1 hour of delivery, irrespective of Covid-19 status

COVID-19 testing not mandatory for services related to maternal, newborn: Health ministry

According to the guidance note, practices of physical distancing, hand washing, and respiratory hygiene need to be maintained at all service areas by all beneficiaries and service providers and facilities should follow a staggered approach.

‘Home delivery of essential medicines can be organised in containment zones’

The Centre has suggested states and UTs to organise home delivery of essential medicines besides contraceptives in containment zones to ensure maternal and child healthcare is not affected.

Coronavirus testing not mandatory for maternal, newborn services, says Centre

The Union health ministry said that the government could now home deliver drugs for mother and child care and contraceptives in containment zones.

Home delivery of essential medicines can be organised in containment zones: Health Ministry

In its 'Guidance note on Provision of Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health Plus Nutrition (RMNCAH+N) services during and post COVID-19 pandemic' released on Wednesday, the ministry stressed that critical services for women, children and adolescent should be provided irrespective of their COVID-19 status.

Home delivery of essential medicines can be organised in containment zones: Govt

'Home deliveries of essential medicines like IFA, Calcium, ORS, Zinc, contraceptives etc can be organized in containment zones,' said Health Ministry.In case the number of beneficiaries is more, then additional sessions/clinics could be organized

Coronavirus | ICMR removes ₹4,500 cap on COVID-19 test

States, UTs can set the price; testing to get cheaper.

‘Home delivery of essential medicines can be organised in containment zones’

The Centre has suggested states and UTs to organise home delivery of essential medicines like calcium, iron/folic acid and zinc tablets

Guidelines on providing maternal, newborn care services in containment zones and beyond issued | India News

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Don't ignore pregnant women, says health ministry

NEW DELHI, May 27: The Health Ministry on Wednesday issued a 3-page guidelines, stressing that critical services for pregnant women, children and adolescent should be provided irrespective of their COVID status and under no circumstances should there be a denial of essential services.It says with more than 2.5 crore pregnancies each year in the country, it is important to ensure availability of services during this period of the Coronavirus as any denial of services can impact maternal and newborn mortalities, morbidities as well as the health care costs.Noting that the unwanted pregnancies have negative impact, it says the regulating fertility is a necessity, the need to enhance provision of safe abortion services besides post-partum and post abortion contraception.The ministry says India has the largest adolescent and youth population and as such in addition to current priority for the health facilities and the health workers, it is also vital that the essential health services for this vulnerable population…

Govt says lockdown period used to ramp up health infrastructure required for COVID-19 management

As of May 27, 930 dedicated COVID-19 hospitals with 1,58,747 Isolation beds, 20,355 ICU beds and 69,076 oxygen supported beds are available in the country, the government said.

Coronavirus cases cross 1.5 lakh, govt says lockdown has 'decelerated' pace of COVID-19 spread

India's covid-19 fatality rate is 2.86%, as against the world average of 6.36 per cent, the ministry said..The country has been registering new cases in excess of 6,000 daily since the past six days

Coronavirus cases cross 1.5 lakh, govt says lockdown has ‘decelerated’ pace of COVID-19 spread

There have been "multiple gains" from the lockdown and the most important of them is that it has "decelerated the pace" of spread of COVID-19

Coronavirus cases cross 1.5 lakh, govt says lockdown has ‘decelerated’ pace of COVID-19 spread

A total of 6,387 new cases of coronavirus infection and 170 deaths were reported in a 24-hour span till Wednesday 8 AM, according to ministry's data.

Coronavirus cases cross 1.5 lakh, govt says lockdown has 'decelerated' pace of COVID-19 spread

There have been "multiple gains" from the lockdown and the most important of them is that it has "decelerated the pace" of spread of COVID-19, the Union health ministry said on Wednesday even as the death toll reached 4,337 and the number of cases rose to 1,51,767 in the country. A total of 6,387

20 Republican lawmakers file lawsuit against House Speaker Nancy Pelosi over new proxy voting system

A group of Republican lawmakers filed a lawsuit against House Speaker Nancy Pelosi over the chamber's new proxy voting system, which allows lawmakers to designate another member to vote on their behalf during the coronavirus.

Pelosi blasts House Republicans over lawsuit to halt proxy voting: 'Sad stunt'

Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) late Tuesday dismissed a lawsuit from House Republicans seeking to block the chamber from holding proxy voting, in which members vote for colleagues remotely on the

House Republicans sue Pelosi to block voter proxy amid pandemic

May 27 (UPI) -- Nearly two dozens Republicans have sued House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, seeking to block the House of Representatives from proxy voting, a measure instituted by Democrats to allow congressmen to vote remotely amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Republicans cast doubt on future of House bills passed by proxy

Republicans cast doubt on future of House bills passed by proxy

More than a quarter of Democrats plan remote voting this week

Dozens of House Democrats have signaled they will vote remotely this week under a historic change that will, for the first time, allow proxy voting to pass legislation.

House to begin proxy voting; GOP sues to block historic change

May 27 (UPI) -- The House is set to begin a historic new proxy voting resolution on Wednesday that will let lawmakers cast votes for absent lawmakers, a prospect opposed by Republicans in the lower chamber.

Republicans cast doubt on future of House bills passed by proxy

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Republicans warned on Wednesday that legislation passed by the Democratic-controlled U.S. House of Representatives during the coronavirus pandemic may not become law if lawmakers are allowed to cast votes remotely under a new voting system.

US House Republicans to sue Pelosi over remove proxy voting in pandemic

The lawsuit, to be filed in federal court in Washington, will seek to block the new system passed by the Democratic-majority House.

House holds first-ever proxy votes during pandemic

Dozens of House members voted remotely for the first time in the chamber’s history on Wednesday amid safety concerns during the coronavirus pandemic despite Republicans suing Democrats over enacting

Nancy Pelosi Calls Republican Efforts To Block Voting By Proxy During Pandemic A ‘Sad Stunt’

‘House Republicans must stop their dangerous obstruction and join Democrats to save lives, defeat the virus and grow the economy,’ she said. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi called ...

House Republicans file lawsuit against Nancy Pelosi to end proxy voting

The lawsuit alleges that the proxy vote legislation passed by the House earlier this month is unconstitutional and sets a dangerous precedent.

US House Republicans to sue Pelosi remote proxy voting in pandemic

U.S. House of Representatives Republicans will sue Democratic Speaker Nancy Pelosi over rule changes that allow members to vote on each other's ...

Republicans cast doubt on future of House bills passed by proxy

Republicans warned on Wednesday that legislation passed by the Democratic-controlled U.S. House of Representatives during the coronavirus pandemic may not become law if lawmakers are allowed to cast votes remotely under a new voting system. A day after filing a federal lawsuit to overturn rules allowing

House scraps vote on FISA bill; conducts first proxy floor vote in history

May 27 (UPI) -- The House on Wednesday scrapped a vote to reauthorize surveillance authorities under the Foreign Surveillance Act, as it carried out the first proxy votes in its history.

House Republicans sue Pelosi in long-shot bid to halt House proxy voting

The House plans to vote Wednesday on reauthorizing the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, inaugurating a new rule that allows members to submit their votes via congressional proxy. The proxy voting rule, approved along party lines, allows one member of Congress to vote yes, no, or present for up to 10 colleagues, and more than 50 House Democrats had registered a proxy by Tuesday night. The temporary measure allows members of Congress to avoid travel and Washington, D.C., during the COVID-19 pandemic. House Republicans sued House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) in federal court Tuesday night to block the measure, claiming it is unconstitutional because the House would be voting without a physical quorum. Pelosi said Tuesday that the rule is "fully consistent with the Constitution," arguing the House GOP's "sad stunt" is an attempt "to delay and obstruct urgently needed action to meet the needs of American workers and families during the coronavirus crisis." "It's unlikely that Republicans will find a welcome…

House casts proxy votes in pandemic, Republicans have doubts

WASHINGTON (AP) — It was a day for the history books on Capitol Hill: For the first time, House lawmakers voted by proxy, an unprecedented move to avoid the risks...

Republicans Sue to Block Remote Voting in House

House Republicans are suing to block Democrats from relying on remote proxy voting during the Covid-19 pandemic, claiming the historic change is a power play by Speaker Nancy Pelosi.

Kevin McCarthy Leads House Republicans In Suing Nancy Pelosi Over New Proxy Voting Rules

House Republicans are suing Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) to stop the new rules allowing members of Congress to vote by proxy. The Democrat-led rule change was approved in response to the Wuhan coronavirus pandemic despite the Senate returning to Washington, D.C., and working under safety guidelines.

Coronavirus: Biden labels Trump a ‘fool’ over face masks

Joe Biden has called his presumptive rival for the US presidency Donald Trump a “fool” who was “stoking deaths” with his stance on wearing face masks amid the pandemic.

Coronavirus: Biden labels Trump a ‘fool’ over face masks

Joe Biden has called his presumptive rival for the US presidency Donald Trump a “fool” who was “stoking deaths” with his stance on wearing face masks amid the pandemic.Mr Biden wore a facial covering during his first public appearance in more than two months at a Memorial Day wreath laying in Delaware.White House incumbent Mr Trump retweeted a post which appeared to make fun of Mr Biden’s precautions against Covid-19.

Biden Knocks Trump for 'This Macho Stuff' in Shunning Masks 

"He's a fool, an absolute fool, to talk that way ... He's supposed to lead by example," Biden said.

Coronavirus: Biden labels Trump a ‘fool’ over face masks

Mr Biden said a number of US deaths would have been prevented if it were not for Mr Trump’s ‘lack of attention and ego’.

Donald Trump is supposed to lead by example but he is a fool: Joe Biden

Trump later retweeted a post that appeared to make fun of a photo of Biden in his mask, though he later said he didn't mean to be critical

Biden berates Trump for mocking mask use

Joe Biden attacked President Donald Trump on Tuesday for belittling him for wearing a mask, an issue that has become a partisan flashpoint during the coronavirus pandemic. The Democratic Party

Joe Biden calls Trump a 'fool' for mocking masks during coronavirus pandemic

US News: Joe Biden has said that wearing a mask in public to combat the spread of the coronavirus is a sign of leadership and called President Donald Trump a "

Biden brands Trump 'absolute fool' for mocking mask use

Joe Biden attacked President Donald Trump as an "absolute fool" Tuesday for belittling his election rival over recently wearing a mask, an issue that has become a partisan flashpoint during the coronavirus pandemic.

Biden calls Trump a 'fool' for mocking masks during pandemic

Joe Biden said Tuesday that wearing a mask in public to combat the spread of the coronavirus is a sign of leadership and called U.S. President Donald Trump a "fool" who was "stoking deaths" for suggesting otherwise.

Biden: Trump’s ‘an absolute fool’ for stoking face mask controversy

The US president retweeted an image that appeared to mock Biden wearing a mask in his first public appearance in months because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus: Joe Biden calls US President Donald Trump 'absolute fool' for not wearing face mask

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden on Tuesday called his Republican rival Donald Trump an "absolute fool" for not wearing a mask at a series of recent public events, saying his lack of

Coronavirus: Biden labels Trump a ‘fool’ over face masks

Mr Biden said a number of US deaths would have been prevented if it were not for Mr Trump’s ‘lack of attention and ego’.

Biden calls Trump a fool for mocking masks during pandemic

President Donald Trump has resisted wearing masks in front of cameras at series of public events, including on Memorial Day.

Biden calls Trump 'absolute fool' for not wearing face mask

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden on Tuesday called his Republican rival Donald Trump an "absolute fool" for not wearing a mask at a ...

Biden calls Trump 'absolute fool' for not wearing face mask

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden has called his Republican rival Donald Trump an "absolute fool" for not wearing a mask at a series of...

Coronavirus test, track and trace to launch across England tomorrow

The government scheme will see people notified to self isolate if they've been in contact with a confirmed case

How will the NHS test and trace system work and who will need to isolate

The government had hoped that their app to go alongwith the other elements would be ready to go and instead the system will rely on human beings carrying out the tracing

NHS Providers warns ‘key bits still to be built’ as test and trace begins

NHS Providers chief executive Chris Hopson has warned “very key bits” of the Government’s test and trace strategy are not yet in place as the scheme is set to begin.NHS Test and Trace will officially launch across England on Thursday with the help of 25,000 contact tracers, although an accompanying app is still delayed by several weeks.People with coronavirus will have their contacts traced under the scheme, which aims to cut off routes of transmission for the virus and control local flare-ups.

Key questions on the coronavirus test-and-trace system announced by PM

The system is aimed at identifying people who may have been exposed to coronavirus and getting them to isolate rather than risk spreading the disease.

Key questions on the coronavirus test-and-trace system announced by PM

The system is aimed at identifying people who may have been exposed to coronavirus and getting them to isolate rather than risk spreading the disease.

Mass contact tracing resumes across England to control spread of Covid-19

The scheme is supported by 25,000 dedicated contact tracers.

Mass contact tracing resumes across England to control spread of Covid-19

The scheme is supported by 25,000 dedicated contact tracers.

You could get a call from 9am telling you to isolate for 14 days

The self isolation request could become mandatory if not obeyed.

Coronavirus outbreak: UK unrolls test and trace system in next stage of COVID-19 fight

The aim of the system is to move from lockdown for all towards more targeted measures with trained NHS contact tracers track each infected person going forward.

NHS Providers warns ‘key bits still to be built’ as test and trace begins

Health Secretary Matt Hancock says it is the public’s civic duty to make mass contact tracing work, Hancock says

NHS Providers warns ‘key bits still to be built’ as test and trace begins

Health Secretary Matt Hancock says it is the public’s civic duty to make mass contact tracing work, Hancock says

Every person in the UK with symptoms is now eligible for a coronavirus test

Matt Hancock said: 'From tomorrow, we are expanding eligibility for testing to include the under-fives, so that now every single person who has symptoms of coronavirus can get a test, no matter their age.'

Health Secretary says it is our 'civic duty' to take part in test and trace

Matt Hancock said everyone must isolate for 14 days if they are told to by NHS contact tracers.

When will the track and trace app be ready and do you have to download it?

It's part of the easing of lockdown measures.

Donald Trump offers to 'mediate or arbitrate' between India and China border dispute

Trump previously offered to mediate between India and Pakistan, a proposal rejected by New Delhi which maintains that there is no role for any third party in bilateral issues. 'We have informed both India and China that the United States is ready, willing and able to mediate or arbitrate their now raging border dispute

After Pakistan, Donald Trump Says Now Ready To Mediate India-China 'Border Dispute'

Trump had said last year that US was ready to mediate between Pakistan and India on the Kashmir issue if both sides agreed.

US ready to mediate in Indo-Chinese border dispute: Donald Trump

Trump's announcement comes at a time when India has accused the Chinese military of hindering normal patrolling by its troops along the LAC in Ladakh and Sikkim.

US ready, willing to mediate: Trump on ‘raging’ India-China border dispute

China earlier in the day, said the situation at the border with India was “overall stable and controllable”.

Trump Offers Help To Diffuse ‘Raging’ India, China Tension in Ladakh

In a surprise move, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered to

US willing to ‘mediate or arbitrate raging border dispute’: Donald Trump on India-China standoff at LAC

Indian and Chinese troops have remained engaged in an eyeball-to-eyeball situation in several areas along the LAC in eastern Ladakh.

Ladakh Face-off: Ready And Willing to Mediate Between India And China, Says Donald Trump

Taking to Twitter, Donald Trump said that he has informed both the countries that the United States is ready and willing to mediate over the raging border dispute.

US ready and willing to mediate in 'raging border dispute' between India and China, says Donald Trump

Several areas along the LAC in Ladakh and North Sikkim have witnessed major military build-up by both the Indian and Chinese armies recently

Indian government may remain silent, but US President Donald Trump just confirmed ‘raging border dispute’ between India and China

In a dramatic twist, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday confirmed the reports of 'now raging border dispute' between India and China.

Trump offers to mediate between India, China over 'raging border dispute'

Trump last year offered to mediate between India and Pakistan over Kashmir if both sides agreed but New Delhi rejected his statement

Donald Trump offers to mediate India-China border issue

Tensions are running high between the US and China too with differences over trade overshadowed by public spats over the covid-19 pandemic.The Indian foreign ministry was yet to react to the offer but in the past, India has resisted offers from Trump to mediate between India and Pakistan

India-China standoff: US President Donald Trump says ‘willing to mediate’ to diffuse border dispute

India-China standoff: In the recent past, several areas along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh region and North Sikkim have witnessed a major military build-up by both the Indian and Chinese armies.

US ready to mediate Indo-Chinese border dispute: Donald Trump

Trump's announcement comes at a time when India has accused the Chinese military of hindering normal patrolling by its troops along the LAC in Ladakh and Sikkim.

Trump offers to mediate between India, China over 'raging border dispute'

Trump last year offered to mediate between India and Pakistan over Kashmir if both sides agreed but New Delhi rejected his statement

Trump urges Republicans to block bill extending FISA provisions

President Trump on Tuesday urged House Republicans to oppose legislation extending Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act provisions, citing abuses of the law against his 2016 campaign.

Bipartisan opposition leaves surveillance bill in doubt

Legislation extending surveillance authorities that the FBI sees as vital in fighting terrorism was thrown into doubt as President Donald Trump threatened a veto and Republican leaders and top liberal Democrats said they would oppose it. House Democratic leaders abruptly adjourned without considering

Bipartisan opposition leaves surveillance bill in doubt

WASHINGTON (AP) — Legislation extending surveillance authorities that the FBI sees as vital in fighting terrorism was thrown into doubt as President Donald Trump threatened a veto and Republican leaders...

DOJ: Barr would ask for Trump veto on FISA bill as it stands now

Attorney General William Barr would recommend a presidential veto of a bill that focuses on extending three expired surveillance tools the FBI uses to pursue terrorists and spies, the Justice Department said Wednesday.

Justice says it will recommend Trump veto FISA bill

The Justice Department said on Wednesday that it opposes House-proposed changes to surveillance reform legislation and will urge President Trump to veto the bill if it reaches his desk.

Democrats drop controversial surveillance amendment

House Democratic leaders have dropped plans to vote on a controversial amendment aimed at blocking law enforcement from accessing Americans' web browsing history that had threatened to scuttle a vote

House FISA bill suddenly on life support

A bill to reauthorize three expired surveillance programs is in jeopardy, with President Trump urging Republicans to oppose it and progressives raising concerns about a key amendment.

McCarthy urges Democrats to pull surveillance bill

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) on Wednesday asked Democratic leadership to hold off on a vote on the reauthorization of three expired surveillance programs.

Thiessen rips Obama administration over FISA debacle: FBI abuses have 'damaged a vital institution'

Fox News contributor and Washington Post columnist Marc Thiessen said Wednesday that the Obama administration's abuse of law enforcement surveillance tools to undermine President Trump have hurt a "vital institution we need to keep this country safe."

Marco Rubio says FISA law must be fixed to prevent 'abuses' like FBI's Russia probe

With the debate about amendments to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act underway, Sen. Marco Rubio said Wednesday that instead of changes to the process, lawmakers should focus on ways to prevent it from being abused.

Trump urges House Republicans to reject FISA renewal bill

President Donald Trump called on House Republicans to reject pending legislation that would renew a set of domestic surveillance powers that lapsed two...

Reminder: Trump Signed into Law the Warrantless FISA Surveillance That He’s Railing Against

President Donald Trump positioned himself well to the left of the Democratic Party on Wednesday by threatening to veto a clean renewal of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) being pushed by House Speaker Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.).

Trump tweet throws House surveillance debate into chaos

“I hope all Republican House Members vote NO on FISA,” the president wrote.

Key Senate Democrat withdraws support from House measure on web browsing data

Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) has pulled his support from an amendment aimed at blocking law enforcement from collecting web browsing history without a warrant after comments made by Rep. Adam Schiff

McDonald's drive-thrus in Notts set to reopen next month

The wait is nearly over

McDonald's reveals when they're reopening all UK drive-thrus

The chain has announced it will reopen all of its drive-thrus and many more restaurants for delivery.

Big Mac is back in Kildare: McDonalds outlets to re-open in Naas and Newbridge next week

Long queues are expected as McDonalds Drive Thru restaurants in Newbridge and Naas will be reopening next week.  The Drive Thru facilities at 51 restaurants will reopen and the 'McDelivery' deliv...

All McDonald's Drive-Thrus To Open Across The Country By June 4th

All McDonald's Drive-Thrus will reopen by Thursday June 4th.

The Halfords Code: Bike and car repair chain unveils how Covid-ready stores will operate with staff behind 'sneeze screens' and customer marshals - as 53 branches will fully reopen by Friday

During the UK lockdown, Halfords has been serving customers online and from car parks despite the Government saying that it was able to remain open.

McDonald's sets exact date every branch in UK will reopen

More than 1,000 are throwing open their drive-thru lanes

McDonald's confirms date it will reopen 975 branches in the UK

This will take the total number of McDonald's restaurants back open to 1,019

McDonald's shares exact date every drive-thru in UK and Ireland will reopen

EXCLUSIVE: The restaurant chain has revealed when hundreds more stores across the UK will reopen to the public - including many branches up north as coronavirus measures are slowly relaxed

The future of McDonald's: £25 limit per car, plastic screens at counters and staff getting daily temperature checks - as fast food giant announces 975 branches and ALL drive-thrus will reopen next week

McDonald's has announced nearly 1,000 more restaurants will reopen to hungry customers next week. Footage released today shows how the restaurants will prevent the spread of coronavirus.

McDonald's to re-open Dundalk drive thru next week - Talk of the Town

McDonald’s in Dundalk will re-open next week. The company announced this morning that all its drive-thrus would re-open by Thursday June 4th. The fast food chain opened six restaurants in Dublin last Wednesday and are now ready to move forward with the rest of Ireland with openings to take place between Tuesday and Thursday of...Read More→

REPORT: McDonald's announce date of Dundalk drive-thru reopening

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All of McDonald's Irish drive-thrus to reopen by next Thursday

All 51 drive-thrus in Ireland will be open by 4 June.

ALL McDonald’s drive-thrus in Suffolk to reopen next week

More than 1,000 McDonald’s drive-thru restaurants, including all sites in Suffolk, will be reopened to the public from next week.

Trump Is a Problem That Twitter Cannot Fix

When a duly elected president is bent on spreading misinformation, tech companies can rein him in only so much.

Sorry, President Trump, Twitter Makes Its Own Rules

But the social media company sure chose a weird place to draw the line.

Twitter Tsks, and Trump Fumes

The social media platform finally decided on Tuesday not to let the president behave with impunity.

Trump, Twitter, And Free Speech

Content moderation at scale is impossible to do well. But, also content moderation of a world leader spewing blatant conspiracy theories...

What Would Happen if Twitter Banned Trump?

Social media and journalists alike amplify the president’s lies and propaganda.

Big Tech thought the pandemic wouldn’t be political. Think again.

What happens when the medical misinformation comes from the president?

Why Twitter labeling Trump’s tweets as “potentially misleading” is a big step forward

Good content moderation starts with acting from principles, not outrage

Twitter Strikes Fair Balance Between Liberty and Lies

Social-media platforms shouldn’t try to be truth police, but they should (and do) hold presidents to account.

Twitter’s first fact-check of Trump was a gutless one

On Tuesday afternoon, Twitter did something new: It fact-checked the president. The company added “get the facts” links to two of Donald Trump’s tweets that claimed mail-in ballots would lead to widespread election fraud.

Trump threatens Twitter over fact checks: What’s next?

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Twitter has taken the unprecedented step of adding fact-check warnings to two of President Donald Trump’s tweets that falsely called mail-in ballots “substantially fraudulent” and predicted...

Trump threatens Twitter over fact checks: What's next?

OAKLAND, Calif. — Twitter has taken the unprecedented step of adding fact-check warnings to two of President Donald Trump’s tweets that falsely called mail-in ballots “substantially fraudulent” and predicted a “Rigged Election.” On Wednesday, the president threatened to impose new regulation on social media companies or even to “close them down.” But Twitter’s move and …

When The Problem Isn't Twitter But President Trump

President Trump is not happy with Twitter. But a lot of other people were already unhappy with Twitter. As his tweets have grown more...

Twitter & media know this isn’t about mail-in ballots or fraud, but about who gets to define truth; Trump does too

After all, these are the same outlets that have peddled the Russiagate conspiracy theory with impunity for the past four years, and even racked up prestigious awards for the blatantly fraudulent coverage

Man arrested over fatal arson attack at Kyoto anime studio

Police have arrested a man suspected of starting a fire that killed 36 people in an animation studio in Japan.

Man arrested over fatal arson attack at Kyoto anime studio

The attack, in which Aoba was injured, shocked Japan and drew an outpouring of grief from anime fans worldwide.

Man arrested over fatal arson attack at Kyoto anime studio

The attack, in which Aoba was injured, shocked Japan and drew an outpouring of grief from anime fans worldwide.

Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36

Japanese police arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.

Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

TOKYO >> Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.

Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36

Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a man suspected of burning down a Kyoto anime studio last year  after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.

Man arrested over fatal arson attack at Kyoto anime studio

Police have arrested a man suspected of starting a fire that killed 36 people in an animation studio in Japan.Officers in Kyoto said Shinji Aoba, 42, was being detained on murder and arson allegations, 10 months after obtaining the warrant because they had to wait for him to recover.He is accused of storming into Kyoto Animation’s No. 1 studio on July 18 last year with flammable liquid and setting it alight.The attack, in which Aoba was injured, shocked Japan and drew an outpouring of grief from anime fans worldwide.Police, quoting witnesses to the attack, have alleged Aoba entered the studio’s unlocked front door, where around 70 people were working.One of the survivors, an animator, told Japanese media he jumped from a window of the three-storey building gasping for air amid scorching heat after seeing a “a black mushroom cloud” rising from downstairs.

Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36

Shinji Aoba is accused of storming into Kyoto Animation's No. 1 studio on July 18 last year, setting it on fire and killing 36 people, and injuring more than 30 others.

Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36

TOKYO — Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.

Police arrest suspect in Kyoto Animation studio arson attack that killed 36

Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation. Kyoto police said they arrested Shinji Aoba, 42, on murder and arson allegations, 10 months after obtaining…

Man arrested over fatal arson attack at Kyoto anime studio

The attack, in which Aoba was injured, shocked Japan and drew an outpouring of grief from anime fans worldwide.

Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36

TOKYO — Japanese police on Wednesday arrested a suspect in the deadly arson at a Kyoto anime studio last year after he recovered enough from his own severe burns to respond to the police investigation.

Japanese man arrested in Kyoto anime arson after 10 months hospitalized with injuries

A man who Japanese police say set fire to a Kyoto anime studio last year, killing dozens of people, was finally arrested Wednesday after spending 10 months recovering from his own severe burns.

US accuses Russia of sending jets to Libya to back mercenaries

Russia recently sent fighter jets to Libya to support Russian mercenaries fighting for strongman Khalifa Haftar in the long-running conflict.

U.S. Releases More Details About MiG-29s, Su-24s It Says Were Flown To Libya

The U.S. military has provided more details about an alleged Russian deployment of fighter jets to Libya, as officials in Russia continued to deny the presence of Russian military aircraft or personnel in the North African country.

US says Russia sent advanced fighters to aid mercenaries in Libya

The US military accused Russia of deploying fighter aircraft to Libya "repainted to camouflage" their origin in support of mercenaries fighting for eastern-based commander Khalifa Haftar's forces.

US military accuses Russia of sending warplanes to Libya in support of anti-govt mercenaries; Kremlin denies claim

The deployment of the fighter jets appeared to confirm Russia's deepening role in the sprawling proxy war, where its Libyan ally, commander Khalifa Hifter, suffered a series of major losses last week that dealt a heavy blow to his campaign

US says Russia sent jets to Libya 'mercenaries'

Russia urges peace talks as the US accuses it of meddling in the Libya conflict.

UN concerned by US claims Russia sent jets to Libya

The UN said Wednesday it was "following with great concern" claims that Russia recently sent fighter jets to Libya to support Russian mercenaries fighting for strongman Khalifa Haftar in the long-running conflict. On Tuesday, the US military command for Africa (Africom) accused Moscow of deploying

Russia flew 14 MiG 29s and Su-24s to Libya: US army

Russian military personnel flew MiG 29 and SU-24 fighter planes to a Libyan airbase escorted by other aircraft, the US military said on Wednesday, detailing a deployment of airpower that could have a significant effect on Libya's war.

UN concerned by US claims Russia sent jets to Libya

The UN said Wednesday it was

U.S. accuses Russia of sending jets to Libya

Russian military aircraft are likely to provide close air support and offensive fires for the Wagner Group PMC that is supporting the Libyan National Army's fight, the report states.

U.S. military says Russia flew 14 MiG 29s and Su-24s to Libya

TUNIS (Reuters) - Russian military personnel flew MiG 29 and SU-24 fighter planes to a Libyan airbase escorted by other Russian fighter jets, the U.S. military said on Wednesday, detailing a deployment of air power that could have a big impact on Libya’s war.

Libyan Army denies receiving modern Russian warplanes

BEIRUT, LEBANON (11:40 P.M.) – The Libyan National Army (LNA) spokesman, Colonel Ahmed Al-Mismari, denied on Wednesday that the military had acquired modern fighters recently. Al-Mismari said that old planes have been repaired by engineers and technicians of the armed forces and returned to service, stressing that they will enter the battles soon with full firepower. In a direct speech, he affirmed that the relocation of his forces had caused great losses among the “reconciliation forces”. Al-Mismari stressed that the Turkish intervention has become larger, and has become a dangerous escalation, explaining that they are ready to address this interference, as he indicated that swarms of Turkish planes are arriving in Misrata. He pointed out that Al-Wefaq forces used civilians as human shields in the Ain Zara axis, south of the capital, Tripoli.

LNA Surprised by Claims of 'Russian Aircraft' in Libya - Spokesman

CAIRO (Sputnik) - The Libyan National Army (LNA) believes the US military's statements about the alleged arrival of Russian military aircraft in Libya are strange, LNA...

US military: Russia sent jets to Libya to help mercenaries

Russia has sent fighter jets to Libya to support Russian mercenaries, the US military command for Africa said on Tuesday, according to AFP. Libya's UN-recognised government said earlier this week that hundreds of Russian mercenaries were backing rival Kha...

‘I’m innocent of trumped-up allegations’ — Akinwunmi Adesina breaks silence

Akinwumi Adesina, AfDB president, says he is innocent and will not allow allegations levelled against him bring his honour and integrity to question.

I'm innocent of allegations against me, says AfDB Chief Adesina

President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina has denied allegations of “breaches of the Code of Conduct of Elected...

I've not stepped down as AfDB president, says Adesina

African Development Bank (AfDB) President Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has denied stepping down from office.Adesina, in a statement, said “the bank’s...

Adesina hits back over graft accusations, vows to continue working

The president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, hit back on Wednesday at accusations of corruption.

Akinwunmi Adesina hits back over graft accusations

The president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, hit back on Wednesday at accusations of corruption and vowed to continue working.

African Development Bank chief hits back over graft accusations

The president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, hit back on Wednesday at accusations of corruption and vowed to continue working. In a press statement, Adesina slammed "unprecedented attempts by some to tarnish my reputation" and declared "I will... continue to

African Development Bank chief hits back over graft accusations

'I maintain my innocence with regard to trumped-up allegations that unjustly seek to impugn my honor and integrity, as well as the reputation of the African Development Bank,' says Akinwumi Adesina

African Development Bank President, Adesina, Maintains Innocence Despite Calls For Probe

The United States Department of Treasury had called for an independent of the allegations against Adesina despite the AfDB clearing him of all wrongdoing.

AfDB:I maintain my innocence on allegations – Adesina

Adesina said this in a statement he personally signed and issued on Wednesday.

AFDB crisis: Adesina maintains innocence over allegations of nepotism

PRESIDENT of the African Development Bank (AFDB) Akinwunmi Adesina has maintained his innocence with regards to the various allegations against him. In a statement personally signed by Adesina, he expressed confidence in the integrity of the bank, its governance systems as well as its rules and procedure. Recall that Adesina was recently accused by a […]

African Development Bank chief hits back over graft accusations

Abidjan, Ivory Coast | AFP | The president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, hit back on Wednesday at accusations of corruption and vowed to continue working. In a press statement, Adesina slammed “unprecedented attempts by some to tarnish my reputation” and declared “I will… continue to work with each and every one of …

AfDB: Adesina denies corruption claims, says ‘I’m innocent’

Sodiq Oyeleke President of African Development Bank, Dr Akinwumi Adesina, has denied an allegation of corruption against him. In a statement he personally signed and issued on Wednesday, Ades...

U.S. Ending Sanctions Waivers On Iran's Civilian Nuclear Program

The United States has announced it will end sanctions waivers that allow Russian, Chinese, and European firms to carry out civilian nuclear cooperation with Iran, effectively scrapping the last remnants of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, a move dismissed by Tehran as "desperate."

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The Trump administration announced Wednesday it is ending nearly all of the last vestiges of U.S. sanctions relief provided under the 2015 Iran nuclear deal. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said he would revoke all but one of sanctions waivers covering civil nuclear cooperation. The waivers had allowed

US ends sanction waivers for nations in Iran nuclear deal

The United States said Wednesday it was ending waivers in its sanctions for nations that remain in the Iran nuclear accord, bringing the deal further to the verge of collapse. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said he was responding to Iran's "brinkmanship" of nuclear steps, which have been

US Ends Sanction Waivers For Nations In Iran Nuclear Deal

The United States on Wednesday ended waivers in its sanctions for nations that remain in the Iran nuclear accord, bringing the deal further to the brink of collapse.

U.S. to end sanctions waivers allowing some work at Iran nuclear sites

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States said on Wednesday it will terminate sanctions waivers that had allowed Russian, Chinese and European companies to carry out work originally designed to make it harder for Iranian nuclear sites to be used for weapons development.

U.S. to end sanctions waivers allowing some work at Iran nuclear sites

The United States said on Wednesday it will terminate sanctions waivers that had allowed Russian, Chinese and European companies to carry out work originally designed to make it harder for Iranian nuclear sites to be used for weapons development. The waivers, which officials said expire on July 27,

US ends sanction waivers for nations in Iran nuclear deal

Move, announced by Pompeo, brings deal further to brink of collapse

Trump administration ends waivers in Obama-era nuclear deal with Iran

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday announced that the U.S.

U.S. to end sanctions waivers allowing some work at Iran nuclear sites

By Arshad Mohammed and Humeyra Pamuk WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States said on Wednesday it will terminate sanctions waivers that had allowed Russian, Chinese and European companies to continue work aimed at making at Iranian nuclear sites less prone to be used to develop weapons. The waivers, which will expire after 60 days, had covered the conversion of Iran's Arak heavy water research reactor, the provision of enriched uranium for its Tehran Research Reactor and the transfer of spent and scrap reactor fuel abroad. In a statement, U.S

US ends sanctions waivers for nations in Iran nuclear deal - Middle East

Pompeo announces he will be ending the sanctions waiver for projects related to the Iranian nuclear agreement, effective in 60 days.

US to revoke Iran nuclear cooperation sanctions waivers

The Trump administration is ending nearly all of the last vestiges of U.S. sanctions relief provided under the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, according to current and former U.S. officials and congressional aides.

Official Says Pentagon Could ‘Rapidly’ Prepare New Nuke Test as US Exits Open Skies Treaty

As the US exits a key, confidence-building international treaty, a top Pentagon official has stated the US is capable of preparing a nuclear weapons test in just...

China desires to sort out issues with India through dialogue: Pakistan FM

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Foreign Minister of Pakistan Shah Mahmood Qureshi has said that China and Nepal do not want confrontation with India and desire to sort out issues through dialogue; however they cannot remain oblivious to India’s illegal constructions, the Dispatch News Desk (DND) news agency reported. In a statement on Wednesday on the regional situation as India has resorted to jeopardize peace by locking horns with its neighbours, the foreign minister warned India’s aggressive policy towards its neighbours is putting at stake the regional peace and security, and urged the world community to take notice of it. The foreign minister expressed concerns over the construction of air strips and other infrastructure in the disputed territory of Ladakh. Shah Mahmood Qureshi said that the Indian atrocities in Occupied Jammu and Kashmir are before everybody and it is bent upon changing the demographic composition of the territory. Simultaneously, India has also introduced controversial laws i.e Citizenship Amendment…

India's 'arrogant expansionist policies' becoming 'threat' to its neighbours: Pak PM Imran Khan

Bangladesh through Citizenship Act, border disputes with Nepal & China, & Pak threatened with false flag operation,” Khan said in a series of tweets. Several areas along the 3,500-km-long Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh and North Sikkim have witnessed major military build-up by both the Indian and Chinese armies

Hindutva Supremacist Modi govt becoming a threat to India's neighbours: PM Imran

PM Imran slams Modi government's 'arrogant expansionist policies' akin to Nazi's Lebensraum

Qureshi accuses India of triggering Ladakh border standoff

ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Wednesday pointed to New Delhi's "illegal constructions" in the disputed Ladakh region as the reason behind the recent standoff between the Chinese

China can't remain oblivious to India's illegal constructions in Ladakh: FM Qureshi

Foreign minister says New Delhi's "aggressive policy against its neighbours is putting regional peace and stability at stake".

India's 'arrogant expansionist policies' becoming 'threat' to its neighbours: Pakistan PM Khan

Khan further alleged that India had 'illegally annexed' Kashmir and dubbed it as 'a war crime'.

India's 'arrogant expansionist policies' becoming 'threat' to its neighbours: Pakistan PM Khan

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday alleged that the Indian government's "arrogant expansionist policies" is becoming "a threat" to its neighbours as he tried to curry favour with

India's aggressive policy towards neighbours putting regional peace at stake: FM Qureshi

FM says India has also used Afghan­istan’s land agains­t Pakist­an in the past

Imran Khan Terms Modi Govt’s 'Arrogant Expansionist’ Policies Threat to Nepal, China, Pakistan

New Delhi (Sputnik): Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan has been taking potshots at his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi. He often refers to him as a “Hindutva...

Border tensions: Imran Khan accuses India of ‘threatening its neighbours’

The Pakistani Prime Minister's reaction comes amid tensions with China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh and border dispute with Nepal.

Modi government becoming a threat to India’s neighbours: PM Imran Khan

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Prime Minister Imran Khan has said that the Hindutva Supremacist Modi government with its arrogant expansionist policies, akin to Nazi’s Lebensraum (Living Space), is becoming a threat to India’s neighbours. In a tweet on Wednesday, Imran Khan said that India has endangered Bangladesh through the Citizenship Act, engaged in border disputes with Nepal & China, & threatened Pakistan with false flag operation. The prime minister said that all this occurred after the illegal annexation of Indian Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (IOJ&K), a war crime under the 4th Geneva Convention, & laying claim to Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). “I have always maintained the fascist Modi government is not only a threat to India’s minorities by relegating them to second class citizens’ status but also a threat to regional peace,” he tweeted. Earlier on Tuesday, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) Independent Permanent Human Rights Commission (IPHRC) welcomed the UN General Assembly’s rejection of anti-Muslim…

Modi govt threat to India’s neighbours: PM

Prime Minister Imran Khan has said that the Indian premier Narendra Modi’s government with its arrogant expansionist policies is becoming a threat to India’s neighbours.

UPDATED: Edo 2020: Seven APC governorship aspirants step down for Ize-Iyamu

Seven governorship aspirants of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State have stepped down for Osagie Ize-Iyamu..

APC will pick governorship candidate in Edo, not Abuja - Obaseki tells Oshiomhole

Governor Obaseki of Edo state has described as a joke the adoption of Osagie Ize-Iyamu as a ‘consensus’ governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress.

Edo 2020: Hours after his endorsement, Ize-Iyamu picks APC governorship form to face Obaseki

APC had granted Ize-Iyamu a waiver to enable him to participate in the primary stormed the party national secretariat in Abuja today along with his supporters.

Obaseki to Oshiomhole: APC will pick governorship candidate in Edo, not Abuja

The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has reacted to the report that Osagie Ize-Iyamu has been adopted as a ‘consensus’ candidate by a faction of the APC

Ize-Iyamu picked by Oshiomole faction as Edo APC consensus governorship candidate

Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu has been picked by the the Oshiomole-led faction of the APC in Edo state as their consensus governorship candidate, as the state party crisis continues to linger. Ize-Iyamu was named the consensus candidate

Obaseki’s aide: APC aspirant for Edo guber election can’t emerge in Abuja

The Edo state government says it is illegal for the Adams Oshiomhole faction of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to settle for a candidate for the governorship election. Ize-Iyamu, then

Edo APC guber candidate can’t emerge in Abuja – Obaseki’s aide

Special Adviser to the Edo State Governor on Media and Communication Strategy, Mr. Crusoe Osagie, has dismissed reports that the Edo State...

UPDATED: Ize-Iyamu emerges Edo APC consensus candidate

Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu has emerged the consensus candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) faction believed to be loyal to National...

Oshiomhole’s faction of APC picks Ize-Iyamu as Edo gov consensus candidate

Osagie Ize-Iyamu, a pastor, has emerged the consensus governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) faction of Adams Oshiomhole, national chairman of the party.

Edo 2020: Abuja group obtains nomination form for Obaseki

Obaseki Mandate Forum (OMF), an Abuja based group on Wednesday, May 27, obtained nomination forms for the re-election of Governor Godwin Obaseki in Edo state.

BREAKING: Ize-Iyamu emerges Edo APC consensus candidate

Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu has emerged the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo.Ize-Iyamu, a former Secretary...

Edo 2020: Obaseki faces tough challenge as Ize-Iyamu emerges Edo APC consensus candidate

Ize-Iyamu a former Secretary to Edo State Government (SSG), emerged on the night of Tuesday, May 26, in Abuja through a consensus arrangement by the party.

Nepal postpones scheduled discussion on constitutional amendment to update map

Kathmandu: The discussion to amend Nepal's constitution to update the country's map, earlier slated for Wednesday, now has been taken out of schedule. Nepal's House of Representatives was scheduled...

Nepal postpones scheduled discussion on constitutional amendment to update map

India News: The discussion to amend Nepal's constitution to update the country's map, earlier slated for Wednesday, now has been taken out of schedule. Nepal's Ho

Nepal delays discussion in Parliament to amend Constitution for updating map

Oli is seeking other parties' views on the issue and called the all-party meeting to forge national consensus.The Constitution amendment proposal was to be tabled in Parliament on Tuesday but it could not be done after Oli said that he wanted to hold an all-party meeting to discuss the matter

Nepal delays discussion in parliament to amend constitution for updating map

Nepal delays discussion in parliament to amend constitution for updating map. The government had registered the amendment proposal in Parliament on May 22 after releasing the new political map of Nepal depicting Kalapani, Lipulekh and Limipiyadhura as its territories on May 18.

India carefully monitoring political situation in Nepal: Sources

India is carefully monitoring the situation in Nepal, government sources said on Wednesday after the Nepalese government deferred its plan to bring in a constitutional amendment to update its new map

Nepal delays discussion in Parliament to amend Constitution for updating map

The Constitution amendment proposal was to be tabled in Parliament on Tuesday but it could not be done after Oli said that he wanted to hold an all-party meeting to discuss the matter.

Nepal's proposal to validate new map delayed

South Asia News: The Nepal government's proposal for a Constitutional amendment to revise Nepal's map in the national emblem has run into rough weather despite PM K P

Exclusive: Nepal Foreign Minister Gyawali confident new map will pass parliament test, India keeps a close eye

Nepal's parliament could not vote today on the new map released by its government recently. In an exclusive chat, Nepal Foreign Minister Gyawali told India Today's Geeta Mohan that parliament will pass the bill soon.

Nepal PM holds all-party meeting to discuss border dispute with India, urges unity

A Constitutional amendment was to be tabled in the Nepal Parliament on Tuesday, but was deferred due to the meeting called by KP Sharma Oli.

Oli fails to drum up support: Nepal’s new map put on hold

Sources familiar with the development tell OneIndia that Oil had failed to build a consensus. May felt that this was an effort on Oli's part to whip up ultra-nationalistic sentiments against India.

Border Issue With Nepal Serious, India Continues to Monitor Situation - Top Government Sources

New Delhi (Sputnik): A border dispute erupted between India and Nepal on 8 May after Indian defence minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated a strategic route connecting to...

Day 2 of flight resumption: Over 42,000 ferried; 2 test Covid-19 positive

The air carriers also resorted to cancellation of several flights on the second day of resumption of services due to truncated schedules following requests from several states owing to the coronavirus

Passenger on Delhi-Ludhiana Air India flight tests positive for coronavirus, 40 others quarantined

A passenger on a Delhi-Ludhiana Air India flight on Tuesday tested positive for coronavirus. Air India has said 36 passengers and 4 crew members have been quarantined in Punjab.

Chaos at airports continue as flights resume

Around 630 flights were cancelled on Monday while on Tuesday 80 flights were cancelled at Delhi alone.

Chaos at airports continue as flights resume

Around 630 flights were cancelled on Monday while on Tuesday 80 flights were cancelled at Delhi alone.

Passenger on Alliance Air’s Delhi-Ludhiana flight tests positive for coronavirus

The flight was operated on May 25, when domestic flight services resumed after remaining grounded for two months due to the nationwide lockdown to prevent spreading of coronavirus infections.

COVID-19 | Passenger on Alliance Air’s Delhi-Ludhiana flight tests positive

All passengers and the cabin crew have been quarantined

Passenger on Alliance Air's Delhi-Ludhiana flight tests Covid-19 positive

According to the spokesperson, there were 36 passengers and five crew members in the flight.

Two passengers on Ahmedabad-Guwahati SpiceJet flights test Covid-19 positive

Passengers had travelled on SG-8194 (Ahmedabad-Delhi) & SG-8152 (Delhi-Guwahati).'The operating crew has been quarantined and SpiceJet is coordinating with government agencies in notifying other passengers who had travelled with them,' the airline said

IndiGo grounds crew for 14 days after passenger on Chennai-Coimbatore flight tests Covid-19 positive

This is the first case of a passenger testing positive after domestic flight services resumed on Monday.

Day 2: Airline operations smoother, but AI faces ire

Operations at India's airports were smoother on the second day after the chaos that marked the resumption of domestic flights on Monday.

Aviation services on path to normalcy

Mumbai operates 44 flights out of the allocated 50, catering to 4,224 passengers

India wilts as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius

India is wilting under a heatwave, with temperatures in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring its hottest May day in nearly two decades.

India wilts as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius

The hot spell is projected to scorch northern India for several more days, 'with severe heat wave conditions in isolated pockets'

The shade of a giant tree provided an escape from the heat for some Delhi residents

India is wilting under a heatwave, with temperatures in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring its hottest May day in nearly two decades. Scorching weather is a growing menace in the world's second-most populous nation, and the United Nations warned

India wilts under heatwave as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius

India is wilting under a heatwave, with the temperature in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring ...

India wilts under heatwave as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius

The hot spell is projected to scorch northern India for several more days, the Meteorological Department said late Tuesday, "with severe heat wave conditions in isolated pockets".

India wilts under heatwave as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius

India is wilting under a heatwave, with the temperature in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring its hottest May day in nearly two decades.

North India sizzles as temperature touches 50C

India is wilting under a heatwave, with the temperature in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring its hottest May day in nearly 20 years.

India wilts under heatwave as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius

India is wilting under a heatwave, with the temperature in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring its hottest May day in nearly two decades.

Locusts attack, a cyclone, forest fires and heatwave add to India's miseries in the middle of COVID-19 pandemic

Locusts, a global pandemic, ravaging cyclone, a deadly heatwave and raging forest fires have all but crushed India's efforts to get back on track at a time when it is dealing with its worst economic crisis since Independence.

India heatwave: Delhi temperature hits 47C as north India reels

Delhi saw temperatures hit 47C, the highest in decades for this time of year.

Heatwave likely to continue during next 24 hours: IMD

"Due to the prevailing dry north-westerly winds over plains of northwest India, central India and the adjoining interior parts of eastern India, the present heatwave conditions are very likely to continue during next 24 hours," the IMD said. Heatwave conditions at many places with severe heatwave in isolated pockets are very likely over Vidarbha, west Rajasthan, the IMD said.

Heatwave may continue in several parts of India during next 24 hours: IMD

On Tuesday, Delhi recorded a maximum of 47.6 degrees Celsius in the Palam area

No respite from scorching summers! Heatwave likely to continue during next 24 hours, says IMD

On the progress of the southwest monsoon, the national weather forecasting centre of the IMD said it has further advanced into some more parts of south Bay of Bengal.

Heatwave likely to continue during next 24 hours: IMD

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Heatwave likely to continue during next 24 hours: IMD

The ongoing heatwave over several parts of north and central India is likely to continue during the next 24 hours, the India Meteorological Department said on Wednesday, even as the southwest monsoon

Weather updates, May 27: Heatwave to continue for next few days in north

Weather Forecast Today, 27 May 2020: Maximum temperatures over the plains of north India are expected to recede from May 28 onwards, with substantial reduction in heatwave conditions from May 29.

Heatwave likely to recede from today: IMD

The temperatures north and central India have soared over 47 degrees Celsius at a few places since the past four-five days. The maximum temperature in Churu, which had recorded 50 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, was 49.6 degrees, followed by 48.9 degrees in Ganganagar and Bikaner districts of Rajasthan.

Current Heat Wave Likely To Continue For 2 More Days In Northwest, Central India

Conditions are favourable for further advance of Southwest Monsoon.

Arabian Sea to soon host twin low-pressure areas

Monsoon building in right earnest

Fishermen advised not to sail into rough Arabian sea till June 4

Adam H. Sobel, Atmospheric scientist at the Columbia University has also anticipated a cyclone over the Arabian Sea, early next week.

82 foreigners chargesheeted for attending Markaz event

The Delhi Police on Tuesday submitted a status report and chargesheet before a city court about the investigation it has conducted so far into the event organised by the Tablighi Jamaat at its markaz (centre) in Delhi’s Nizamuddin area in March. In its chargsheet, the Delhi Police stated that 82

Chargesheets filed against 376 for attending Tablighi in Delhi

Chargesheets filed against 376 for attending Tablighi in Delhi. According to the chargesheets, all the foreign nationals have been booked for violating visa rules, violating government guidelines issued in the wake of Covid-19 pandemic and regulations regarding Epidemic diseases Act, Disaster Management Act and prohibitory orders under section 144 of Code of Criminal Procedure.

15 more chargesheets against 294 foreign Nizamuddin attendees: Delhi Police

This comes after the foreigners violated visa conditions and indulged in missionary activities amidst the Covid-19 outbreak in the country, officials said.

Delhi police chargesheet 376 foreigners over Tablighi event

PTI New Delhi The Delhi police have filed before a court here 35 different chargesheets against 376 foreigners  from 34 countries attending Markaz at

Nizamuddin event: 15 more chargesheets against foreigners

294 booked for flouting visa norms, govt. rules among others

Coronavirus: Delhi Police to file 15 more charge sheets against 294 foreigners for attending Nizamuddin event

The Delhi Police will file 15 fresh charge sheets against 294 foreigners for attending a religious congregation at Nizamuddin Markaz here in violation of visa conditions and indulging in missionary

Delhi Police to file 15 more charge sheets against 294 foreigners for attending Nizamuddin event

The charge sheets will be filed in Saket court against the 294 foreigners belonging to 14 countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and several African nations, police said. Earlier on Tuesday, the city police had filed 20 charge sheets against 82 foreigners.

Tablighi Jamaat case: Delhi Police to file 15 more chargesheets against 294 foreigners

Delhi Police PRO Anil Mittal said Wednesday that in addition to 20 charge-sheets filed yesterday, 15 more will be filed today. He said, "Accused persons are being charged for violation of visa rules, and the Centre has cancelled their visas and blacklisted them."

Nizamuddin Markaz: Delhi Police to file 15 more charge sheets against 294 foreigners

The charge sheets will be filed in Saket court against the 294 foreigners belonging to 14 countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and several African nations, police said.

Woman fired from job after calling 911 on black man in park

"There's an African-American, he's recording me and threatening me and my dog," she claimed.

Anger as white woman reports black birdwatcher in Central Park to police

NEW YORK, May 27 — A video of a white woman calling the police about a black birdwatcher in New York’s Central Park has gone viral, sparking anger about African Americans being falsely reported to cops. The clip, posted on Twitter and viewed 30 million times, was filmed by the man, Christian...

Woman who threatened to call police on black birdwatcher in New York's Central Park loses job

A clip posted on Twitter showing the incident has been viewed millions of times.

Investment banker fired over racist video of her shouting at black man

Amy Cooper was sacked from her investment banking job after telling police 'there's an African American man threatening me'.

White woman fired from job after calling cops over black man in NY Central Park

Denouncing "racism of any kind," a global investment firm has fired a white woman after a viral video showed her calling police to say she felt threatened by an African-American man who asked her politely to leash her dog in New York's Central Park.

Anger as white woman reports black birdwatcher in Central Park to police

'I'm going to tell them there's an African-American man threatening my life,' she tells the black man while appearing to dial 911

Woman loses job and gives up pet after calling police on black man who asked her to leash dog

A white woman who told New York police that a black man who asked for her dog to be leashed was “threatening” her, has since apologised after video went viral.  Amy Cooper admitted on Monday night

A bird-watcher. A dog. Another viral racial incident in America

A debate about America's enduring legacy of racism has reignited in a string of videos capturing confrontations between white people and black men that have once again gone viral.

White woman fired after calling police on black man in NYC’s Central Park

Denouncing "racism of any kind," a global investment firm has fired a white woman after a viral video showed her calling police to say she felt threatened by an African-American man who asked her pol…

Girl, 13, is ‘beheaded by her father while she slept in Iranian honour killing’: Victim had fallen in love with 34-year-old man

Romina Ashrafi, aged 13, was killed with a sickle in her family home in Hovigh, Talesh county, Iran, as a form of 'punishment', local media have reported.

Iran's Rohani Calls For Stricter Laws On 'Honor Killings' After Beheading Of 13-Year-Old Girl

Iranian President Hassan Rohani has called for harsher laws to tackle so-called "honor killings" after the particularly shocking slaying of a teenage girl, allegedly by her father, prompted a nationwide outcry.

Iran president calls for harsher measures to combat ‘honour’ killings

It follows the death of a 14-year-old teenager allegedly at the hands of her father.

So-called honor killing of teen girl brings outcry in Iran

TEHRAN: The so-called honor killing of a 14-year-old Iranian girl by her father, who reportedly used a farming sickle to behead her as she slept, has prompted a nationwide outcry. Reza Ashrafi, now in custody, was apparently enraged when he killed his daughter Romina on Thursday after she ran away with 34-year-old Bahamn Khavari in Talesh, some 320 kilometers (198 miles)

So-called honour killing of teen girl brings outcry in Iran

The so-called honour killing of a 14-year-old Iranian girl by her father, who reportedly used a farming sickle to behead her as she slept, has prompted a nationwide outcry.

Girl, 13, beheaded in her sleep with a sickle by her father in Iran ‘honour killing’ after she hoped to marry older man

A TEENAGE girl was reportedly brutally beheaded by her own father in an “honour killing”. Romina Ashrafi, 13, was killed by her dad after eloping with a 35-year-old man in Hovigh, Tales…

Iranian girl, 13, beheaded by father in ‘honor killing’ as she slept

Romina Ashrafi was killed Thursday by her father, Reza Ashrafi, as punishment for running away with a 34-year-old man from her hometown of Talesh.

Girl, 13, 'beheaded by dad while asleep' after fleeing home with her 35-year-old 'lover'

Romina Ashrafi, 13, from Talesh county in Iran, was reportedly murdered in her sleep after she was caught running away with a 35-year-old man she had 'fallen in love with'

Father Beheads Daughter In An Honour Killing

Romina Ashrafi, a teenage Iranian girl, had once fled the family home with 34-year-old Bahamn Khavari after her father expressed outrage at their plans to get married.

BBC says Emily Maitlis speech on Cummings 'did not meet impartiality standards'

Emily Maitlis opened the Newsnight show by saying the Prime Minister's chief adviser, Dominic Cummings, had "broken the rules" and "the country can see that, and it's shocked the Government cannot"

Substitute host Katie Razzall stands in for Emily Maitlis on tonight's Newsnight after BBC admits she DID breach impartiality rules with amazing diatribe on Dominic Cummings and PM - as viewers demand full Ofcom probe

Reporter Katie Razzall stood in for Emily Maitlis on tonight's Newsnight after the BBC admitted the host breached impartiality rules in an opening monologue about the Dominic Cummings row.

Emily Maitlis misses Newsnight after BBC criticises Cummings row coverage

Emily Maitlis did not present Wednesday’s episode of Newsnight after the BBC ruled the programme breached impartiality rules over its coverage of the Dominic Cummings lockdown row.In her introduction to Tuesday’s show, she said the Prime Minister’s chief adviser had “broken the rules” and “the country can see that, and it’s shocked the Government cannot”.The BBC said while Maitlis had been scheduled to present the next edition of the programme, Katie Razzall would take her place. She did not address the controversy during the programme.

Emily Maitlis accused of breaking BBC rules following Dominic Cummings comments

Viewers were outraged.

Piers Morgan and Stacey Dooley lead support for Newsnight's Emily Maitlis

'Emily has been reprimanded. And Dominic Cummings hasn’t.'

Emily Maitlis’ Newsnight opener on Dominic Cummings breached BBC’s 'impartiality guidelines'

The Newsnight episode began with a discussion on the Dominic Cummings row after his movements during April's lockdown were revealed

Emily Maitlis won't present Newsnight after Dominic Cummings comments

The BBC ruled that her comments 'did not meet' standards of impartiality.

Emily Maitlis replaced as Newsnight episode host following Cummings monologue

BBC said presenter breached impartiality rules with remarks on Tuesday night

Jenrick is latest minister to give 'car crash' interview defending Cummings

The housing secretary said it is time for the country to 'move on' from the scandal.

Robert Jenrick says the Government will NOT review lockdown fines issued to people travelling for childcare reasons less than 24 hours after Matt Hancock said he would consider it in wake of Dominic Cummings row

Robert Jenrick today confirmed the Government will not review lockdown fines issued to parents travelling for childcare reasons.

Vicar tells of disappointment as Government confirms no lockdown fine review

The Rev Martin Poole raised the issue at the daily Downing Street press conference.

Vicar tells of disappointment as Government confirms no lockdown fine review

The Rev Martin Poole raised the issue at the daily Downing Street press conference.

Vicar tells of disappointment as Government confirms no lockdown fine review

The Rev Martin Poole raised the issue at the daily Downing Street press conference.

Government backtracks on Matt Hancock's promise to review lockdown fines

A senior minister said there would be no formal review into parents who may have been fined for making childcare related travel.

Country should ‘move on’ from Dominic Cummings row, Newark MP Robert Jenrick says

He also insisted the special adviser should not resign

Move on! Government tells public to stop being outraged about Dominic Cummings

Housing minister Robert Jenrick risked further intensifying the row over Boris Johnson's top aide by suggesting the anger had gone on too long because Mr Cummings' behaviour was "reasonable"

Identify private hospitals to treat COVID-19 patients for free or at nominal cost: SC to Centre

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Identify private hospitals to treat COVID-19 patients for free or at nominal cost: SC to Centre

The bench was hearing an application filed in a plea which has sought a direction for regulating the cost of treatment of COVID-19 at private hospitals across the country.

SC asks Centre to identify private hospitals for free Covid-19 treatment

Three-judge bench led by CJI says there are private hospitals that have been given land either free of cost or at nominal rates, so they should treat coronavirus-infected patients for free

SC: Why no free Covid care at private hospitals?

India News: NEW DELHI: Amid reports of spiralling cost of Covid-19 patients’ treatment in private hospitals, the Supreme Court on Wednesday asked the Centre why s.

Why can't private hospitals treat patients free, Supreme Court asks Centre

The Supreme Court on Wednesday asked why the private hospitals, given land free of cost by the government, cannot treat Covid-19 patients for free. It questioned the central government if there is any...

Covid-19: Identify private hospitals for free or minimum cost treatment of patients, SC tells Centre

Chief Justice of India SA Bobde asked why the private hospitals, who have been given land free of cost by the government, cannot treat patients for free.

SC: Why no free Covid care at private hospitals? | India News

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Why can't private hospitals treat COVID-19 patients for free? SC asks Centre

 The Supreme Court on Wednesday asked the Centre as to why the private hospitals, given land free of cost, couldn't treat COVID-19 patients for free. A bench of Chief Justice S A Bobde and Justices A

Trump, Biden turn to new presidential campaign field -- Snapchat

The stakes are high: Gen Z (ages 18-23) and millennials (ages 24-39) together make up more than 35% of the American voting population.

Trump, Biden turn to new presidential campaign field — Snapchat

Washington, United States | AFP |  Gone are the lively meetings, the distribution of flyers on busy campuses. The coronavirus pandemic has put an abrupt stop to traditional US political means of courting young voters — forcing presidential candidates to turn to Snapchat instead. The photo-sending app that boasts 229 million users — better known for …

Trump, Biden turn to new presidential campaign field: Snapchat

Gone are the lively meetings, the distribution of flyers on busy campuses. The coronavirus pandemic has put an abrupt stop to traditional US political means of courting young voters -- forcing

Boomers Trump, Biden rack up supporters among millennials and Gen Z on Snapchat

Biden’s followers get to try on his aviator sunglasses filter, while Trump’s fans massively share his team’s videos mocking opponents gaffes

Trump, Biden turn to Snapchat

The photo-sending app boasts 229 million users.

Trump, Biden turn to Snapchat in presidential campaign

The photo-sending app boasts 229 million users.

Trump, Biden turn to new presidential campaign field — Snapchat

Gone are the lively meetings, the distribution of flyers on busy campuses. The coronavirus pandemic has put an abrupt stop to traditional US political means of courting young voters -- forcing presidential candidates to turn to Snapchat instead.

Trump, Biden turn Snapchat to presidential campaign field

Gone are the lively meetings, the distribution of flyers on busy campuses. The coronavirus pandemic has put an abrupt stop to traditional US political means of courting young voters - forcing presi...

FG considers morning, afternoon classes in reopening of schools

Amid coronavirus pandemic, the federal government says it is considering morning, afternoon classes over school reopening. This was disclosed by Emeka Nwajiuba.

FG to release guidelines on school reopening - Boss Mustapha

Following lockdown of schools due to covid-19, FG has disclosed that it would soon roll out course of action for the reopening of these learning institutions.

COVID-19: Nigeria considers morning, afternoon classes for schools resumption

The Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 has said it will soon release guidelines for the reopening of schools across the country.

FG: We’ll release guidelines for reopening of schools

The federal government says it will roll out guidelines for the reopening of schools across the country. Boss Mustapha, chairman of the presidential task force on COVID-19, disclosed this during

FG to release guidelines on school reopening - Boss Mustapha

Following lockdown of schools due to covid-19, FG has disclosed that it would soon roll out course of action for the reopening of these learning institutions.

Schools will reopen at a “safe time”, says FG

Nigerian Government on Wednesday said schools across the nation will be reopened by at a safe time while it will soon roll out guidelines for the reopening. “The Presidential Task Force wishes to use the occasion of this celebration to congratulate our children and assure them, their parents and all stakeholders alike that all hands […]

FG to release guidelines on school reopening

Kayode Oyero The Federal Government has said it would roll out the course of action for the reopening of schools in the country, The PUNCH reports. The Chairman of the Presidential Task Force...

Breaking: We are working on guidelines for school reopening – FG

The secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, has on Wednesday said that the Federal Government would soon list

Flood, COVID-19 double whammy in Assam: One death, 2.71 lakh affected in flood; 92 new COVID-19 cases in 24-hours

Flood in Assam claimed one life on Wednesday and affected over 2.71 lakh people in 11 districts as the state government stepped up efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the relief camps. A man

Assam flood situation worsens; 1 dead, nearly 3 lakh affected in 11 districts

India News: The flood situation in Assam worsened on Wednesday with one person losing his life and nearly three lakh people suffering in the deluge across 11 dist

One dead as flood situation in Assam worsens; around 2.72 lakh people affected across 11 districts, says state disaster management authority

At present, around 2.72 lakh persons are affected due to flood in Dhemaji, Lakhimpur, Nagaon, Hojai, Darrang, Barpeta, Nalbari, Goalpara, West Karbi Anglong, Dibrugarh and Tinsukia districts of Assam, it said.

Assam: Nearly 2 lakh people affected, over 8,000 shifted to relief camps in first wave of floods

A total of 35 relief camps and distribution centres have been opened.

Assam floods: Situation deteriorates with one dead and 2.71 lakh affected

As rainfall persisted, the affected population rose to 2.71 lakh spread across 321 villages in eleven districts of the state

One drowned, lakhs displaced as floods hit 11 Assam districts

Most rivers in State are in spate; body of drowned man recovered in Meghalaya

Assam floods: Over 2.71 lakh affected, rivers flow above danger level | 10 points

Over 2.15 lakh people have been affected alone in Goalpara district followed by 22,332 people in Nalbari district.

Found a bug in Aarogya Setu App? Modi govt promises Rs 1 lakh bug bounty program, makes it open source

Aarogya Setu is now an open-source application

Amid privacy concerns, Centre makes Aarogya Setu app open source

In a bid to allay the privacy concerns regarding the Aarogya Setu app, the Centre on Tuesday announced it was making the mobile application

Aarogya Setu App Finally Made Open Source by Central Government Amid Privacy Controversies

Central government makes Aarogya Setu app open source for review on Android, iOS version of the application to be released within the next two weeks

Amid privacy concerns, Govt makes Aarogya Setu source code public; Shashi Tharoor welcomes move

Meanwhile, the Government has issued orders making the downloading of the ‘Aarogya Setu’ App mandatory for all Central government staff.

Aarogya Setu app becomes open source to address privacy concerns

Aarogya Setu app becomes open source to address privacy concerns. 'Transparency, privacy and security have been the core design principle of Aarogya Setu. Opening the source code to developer community signifies Government of India continuing principal to these commitments'

Aarogya Setu is now open source; govt announces reward for finding security flaws

The National Informatics Centre has also announced the bug bounty programme for developers who can find vulnerabilities in the app

PIA plane crash: Work to remove airliner's wreckage sans engine, avionics starts

Airbus' team of experts visits Karachi airport radar room, air traffic control

Pak air crash: Airbus experts begin probe, inspect runway, traffic control

The team of experts from an Airbus facility in the French city of Toulouse reached Pakistan on Monday to carry out an independent probe into Friday's mishap

Airbus experts from France begin probe into Pak air crash

An 11-member team of technical experts of Airbus aerospace company visited the Jinnah International Airport here and inspected the runway, air traffic control tower and radar control station as part of its initial investigation into the PIA air crash involving its aircraft that killed 97 people,

Airbus experts from France begin probe into Pakistan air crash

An 11-member team of technical experts of Airbus aerospace company visited the Jinnah International Airport here and inspected the runway, air traffic control tower and radar control station as part

Pakistan plane crash: Airbus experts from France begin probe

The Express Tribune in its report stated that the bodies are identified through DNA testing and so far, 41 bodies have been handed over to the family members of the deceased.

Authorities yet to find cockpit voice recorder of crashed PIA aircraft

Flight data record­er has been recove­red by offici­als

Airbus team continues Karachi plane crash probe

KARACHI: The technical team of the aircraft manufacturer, Airbus, arrived at the site of the Pakistan International Airline (PIA) jet crash on Wednesday to investigate the incident.The team, compris

2 More Covid-19 Deaths In Valley, J&K Toll Rises To 26

Two more people have died due to novel coronavirus in Kashmir Valley, officials said on Wednesday. These fatalities take the death toll due to the disease in the Jammu and Kashmir to 26

Covid-19: Kashmir records two deaths, JK toll reaches 26

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Elderly man dies of covid-19

SRINAGAR, May 26: A 90 year old man from Kulgam died of Covid -19 today.With this death toll due to coronavirus reached 24 in Jammu and Kashmir.Reports said the deceased from Kahloora village of Kulgam district was on Monday referred to SKIMS from GMC Anantnag, where the nonagenarian, breathed his last on this morning.According to officials at SKIMS, the patient was suffering from pneumonia with major complaints of fever and breathlessness.The sample of the deceased patient was taken immediately after his admission in SKIMS which tested positive on the same evening.Subsequently, the patient was shifted to the isolation ward, where he died.As of now Srinagar district has recorded the highest number of deaths due to coronavirus, where six persons have fell victim to the disease, followed by Anantnag, Baramulla and Kulgam districts with four deaths each , while Budgam and Jammu have recorded two deaths each district and one death each was reported from Bandipora and Udhampur.

Covid-19: Kashmir reports two more deaths; J&K toll 26

Two more people have died due to novel coronavirus in Kashmir Valley, officials said on Wednesday. These fatalities take the death toll due to the disease

162 More Test Positive For Covid-19, J&K Tally At 1921

One hundred sixty two more people tested positive for COVID-19 in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday, taking the number of cases in J&K to 1921, officials said

Biggest single-day spike of 162 COVID-19 cases in Jammu and Kashmir; tally touches 1,921

While 38 of these cases are from Jammu, 124 are from Kashmir, they said. The officials said the total number of cases in the UT has now reached 1,921.

COVID-19: Kulgam man dies of coronavirus, JK toll 24

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Varanasi: Two migrants found dead in Shramik train

Five people die on Shramik Special trains in Uttar Pradeah

Five people have died while travelling on special Shramik trains passing through Uttar Pradesh, officials said on Wednesday. Two of the bodies were brought out from a train in Varanasi on Wednesday

9 deaths reported on board migrant trains since Monday, Railways says most had underlying conditions

Nine passengers have been found dead in ‘Shramik Special’ trains since Monday and they included a woman whose toddler son was seen trying to wake her up in a heart wrenching scene at a railway platform in Bihar.

9 deaths reported on board migrant trains since Monday; Railways says most had underlying conditions

While a few deaths on board the non-air conditioned trains were also reported earlier after they were launched on May 1 to ferry migrant labourers to their home states, the Railways on Wednesday said most of the deceased had pre-existing health conditions.

Two migrants found dead in Shramik special train at Varanasi railway station

Two migrants were found dead in a special Shramik train at a Varanasi railway station on Wednesday morning. Track live updates on coronavirus here North Eastern Railway spokesperson Ashok Kumar said

UP: Four migrants die on board Sharmik trains

Uttar Pradesh News: Two Migrants Found Dead on Mumbai-Varanasi Shramik Train

The incident was reported by the Government Railway Police at Manduadih railway station of Varanasi from Mumbai's Lokmanya Tilak Terminus at 8:21 AM, North Eastern Railway spokesperson Ashok Kumar said.

US Congress set to ramp up China pressure over Uighur rights

Washington, United States | AFP | The US Congress was set Wednesday to authorize sanctions against Chinese officials over the mass incarceration of Uighur Muslims, ramping up pressure in another front in the Pacific powers’ troubled relationship. The US House of Representatives will vote later Wednesday on a final version of the Uighur Human Rights Act, …

U.S. Congress approves China sanctions over ethnic crackdown

Congress voted Wednesday to toughen the U.S. response to a brutal Chinese crackdown on ethnic minorities, adding another factor to the increasingly stormy relationship between the two countries. The House passed a bipartisan bill that would impose sanctions on Chinese officials involved in the mass surveillance and detention of Uighurs…

US Congress approves China sanctions over ethnic crackdown

Congress voted Wednesday to toughen the U.S. response to a brutal Chinese crackdown on ethnic minorities, adding another factor to the increasingly stormy relationship between the two countries. The House passed a bipartisan bill that would impose sanctions on Chinese officials involved in the mass

Congress approves China sanctions over ethnic crackdown | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

WASHINGTON >> Congress voted today to toughen the U.S. response to a brutal Chinese crackdown on ethnic minorities, adding another factor to the increasingly stormy relationship between the two countries.

House passes bill that would sanction Chinese officials over Xinjiang camps

The House on Wednesday overwhelmingly passed legislation that would impose sanctions on senior Chinese officials responsible for the forced labor camps that have targeted Uighur Muslims and other

US House Passes China Sanctions Bill Over Uighur Detentions, Measure Heads to Trump

The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed legislation calling for sanctions against Chinese officials for the detention and torture of Uighur Muslims in...

House Passes Uighur Bill in Rebuke to China, Sends It to Trump

The U.S. House voted Wednesday to authorize sanctions against Chinese officials for human rights abuses against Muslim minorities, as Congress and the White House ratchet up pressure on the government in Beijing amid rising tensions between the world’s two biggest economies.

EU proposes huge aid plan as COVID-19 hammers Latin America

The EU unveiled a proposed 750-billion-euro recovery plan Wednesday to get the continent back on its feet after the devastation wreaked by the ...

US COVID-19 Death Count Crosses 1,00,000-Mark: Report

The United States has now recorded more than 100,000 coronavirus-related deaths, Johns Hopkins University reported Wednesday -- a somber milestone and by far the highest total in the world.

EU readies trillion-euro aid plan as virus hammers Latin America

A one-trillion-euro recovery plan to get Europe back on its feet after the devastation wreaked by the coronavirus pandemic was set to be unveiled Wednesday, as badly hit Spain started 10 days of national mourning for its thousands of dead.

EU unveils huge aid plan as virus hammers Latin America

The massive European plan follows other unprecedented emergency measures introduced around the world to rescue economies shattered by the disease, which has claimed more than 350,000 lives as infections top 5.6 million.

EU readies trillion-euro aid plan as virus hammers LatAm

BRUSSELS, May 27, 2020 (AFP) - A one-trillion-euro recovery plan to get Europe back on its feet after the devastation wreaked by the coronavirus pandemic was set to be unveiled Wednesday, as badly hit Spain started 10 days of national mourning for its thousands of dead.

US passes dire milestone of 100,000 COVID-19 deaths

Unthinkable just four months ago, the United States on Wednesday surpassed the grim milestone of 100,000 coronavirus deaths, as the pandemic tightened its grip on Latin America.

EU readies trillion-euro aid plan as virus hammers Latin America

A one-trillion-euro recovery plan to get Europe back on its feet after the devastation wreaked by the coronavirus pandemic was set to be unveiled Wednesday.

COVID-19: Most viruses, other germs do not spread easily on flights, says CDC

Most viruses and other germs do not spread easily on flights, the US Center for Disease Control and Prevention has said in its COVID-19 guidelines which do not recommend following social

Covid-19: Most viruses, other germs do not spread easily on flights, says report

As a result of coronavirus pandemic, air traffic inside the US has come to a near halt. Air traffic is said to be down to about 90 per cent.

Most viruses do not spread easily on flights: CDC

Most viruses do not spread easily on flights: CDC. The CDC guidelines do not recommend following social distancing between 2 passengers inside a plane or keeping the middle seat unoccupied.

COVID-19: Travellers take note! Most viruses, other germs do not spread easily on flights, says CDC

The CDC guidelines do not recommend following social distancing inside a plane between two passengers or keeping the middle seat unoccupied.

COVID-19: Most viruses, other germs do not spread easily on flights, says CDC

However, air travellers were not risk-free specially in the time of the COVID-19 pandemic

Coronavirus: Most viruses, germs don’t spread on flights, says US public health agency

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also said that physical distancing is difficult on flights which may increase a passenger’s risk to Covid-19.

US agency says most viruses and other germs do not spread easily on flights

It also do not recommend following social distancing between two passengers inside a plane or keeping the middle seat unoccupied