UK appoints minister for COVID-19 vaccine deployment
London , November 28 The United Kingdom has assigned Nadhim Zahawi as the minister responsible for COVID-19 vaccine deployment, the Prime Minister's Office said on Saturday.
"The Queen has been pleased to approve the appointment…
Maiden F2 podium for Jehan Daruvala at Bahrain GP support race
Manama , November 28 Indian racing star Jehan Daruvala earned his maiden FIA Formula 2 podium at the Bahrain Grand Prix Support Race. The Red Bull Racing junior is the first Indian to stand on the podium in an FIA Formula 2…
PDM workers forcibly enter venue of Multan public gathering locked by authorities
Multan , November 28: Two days before the opposition alliance, the Pakistan Democratic Movement's (PDM) scheduled public gathering in Multan, a large number of workers of various opposition parties on Saturday removed barriers and…
Ind vs Aus: Something needs to be done about slow over-rates, says Zampa
Sydney , November 28 : Australia spinner Adam Zampa has admitted that something definitely needs to be done about the slow over-rates in cricket. His remark came after the conclusion of the first ODI between India and Australia.…
EPFO extends date for submitting Life Certificate till Feb 28
New Delhi , November 28 In view of the COVID-19 pandemic, the retirement fund body, Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) on Saturday extended the deadline for pensioners for submission of Life Certificate to 28…
Black Friday in-store shopping drops amid pandemic
New York, Nov 28 Christina, a 74-year-old woman, only spent about five minutes buying a toaster oven at Macy's flagship store in New York city on Black Friday morning.
"It was quick, it was a short line. It is not very busy now," the…
We’ve resources for Covid vaccination within 3-4 weeks: Delhi govt
New Delhi, Nov 28 The Delhi government on Saturday said it has infrastructure to undertake coronavirus vaccination among all city residents within three-four weeks, adding that it was only waiting for the vaccine to be made available.…
Singhu, Tikri borders still closed, take alternative routes, say traffic police
New Delhi , November 28 The Delhi Traffic Police on Saturday appealed to citizens to take alternative routes as the Singhu (Delhi-Haryana) and the Tikri Borders were still closed due to the farmer protests.
"The Singhu border…
ISL 7: Kerela must go past Chennaiyin to register first win
Panaji (Goa) , November 28 After securing just one point from their opening two games, Kerala Blasters will aim to bag their first victory in the Indian Super League (ISL) on Sunday at the GMC Stadium.
However, in order to get…
Lahore police issue arrest warrant against activist for organising student protest rally
Islamabad , November 28 Lahore Police have issued arrest orders against Professor Ammar Ali Jan, an activist and president of Haqooq-i-Khalq Movement, for being a "threat to public safety" after organising Student Solidarity…
Bilawal slams Imran Khan’s ‘heartless government’ for sacking over 4,500 PSM…
Islamabad , November 28 Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Saturday slammed Prime Minister Imran Khan-led "heartless government" for sacking more than 4,500 employees of the Pakistan Steel Mills…
Australia will win series in all formats vs India: predicts Vaughan
New Delhi, Nov 28 Hosts Australia are the favourites to win the series against India across all formats, former England captain Michael Vaughan has predicted, pointing out that the Aaron Finch's team was outstanding in the first game on…
AAP’s welcome banners come up as farmers camp at Burari ground
New Delhi, Nov 28 Even as a section of Delhi-bound farmers were allowed to visit north Delhi's Burari ground to hold their protest, banners were put by the ruling Aam Aadmi Party to welcome the protesters in the national capital.…
Pakistan’s tour of NZ under cloud after 7th player tests positive
Christchurch, Nov 28 The Pakistan cricket team's tour to New Zealand for three T20 Internationals and two Test matches has come under a cloud with another member of the team testing positive for Covid-19, taking the number of affected…
Polling for DDC elections begins in J & K
Srinagar, Nov 28 Amid tight security and severe cold weather polling began on Saturday for the first phase of the District Development Council (DDC) elections in Jammu and Kashmir. Large crowds were seen in South Kashmir's Krerva.…
PM Modi’s visit has encouraged us in doing more, doing fast: Zydus Cadila chairperson
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) , November 28 : Zydus Cadila chairperson Pankaj K Patel said on Saturday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Zydus Biotech Park here had encouraged the staff to "doing more and doing fast" in relation…
Uttar Pradesh Governor promulgates Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Ordinance 2020
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) , November 28 : Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel on Saturday promulgated the UP Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Ordinance 2020.
This comes after Yogi Adityanath Cabinet on November 24…
Democracies sans Responsibility (2)
Democracies, are flawed world over, because of several reasons:
First and the foremost, is the primacy of Quantity (numbers) over Quality. It is true, every human being should have equal rights, facilities and preferences. But …
Democracy (ies) Sans Responsibility !
The Freedom Movement of India, is as old as the first aggression of foreign forces on Indian soil, with the ulterior motive of capturing Indian soil, State or Power ! Though the Freedom Movement became more visible and prominent…
Smokescreen before Bihar Voters !
Patna: Bihar Assembly elections are underway. Most of the political parties have deputed their 'star pracharaks' to entice the gullible voters and make them vote for their candidates. Numerous methods are being applied to convince them,…
