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Britain's longest reigning monarch Queen Elizabeth II dies at 96

Updated on Sep 9, 2022 04:22 IST

Britain's longest reigning monarch Queen Elizabeth II, died on September 8 at her Scottish estate after a long-drawn battle with health problems since last year, the Royal Family announced.

Refurbished Central Vista Avenue & Netaji statue unveiled at India Gate | Pics

The redeveloped ‘Kartavya Path’ will exhibit beautified landscapes, lawns with walkways, added green spaces, refurbished canals, new amenity blocks, improved signages and vending kiosks.

Published on Sep 8, 2022 13:11 IST

Apple ‘Far Out’ Event: iPhone 14 launched at ₹79,900 onwards, read deets

One of the most anticipated tech events of the year, Apple's 'Far Out' event happened on Wednesday, bringing new gadgets galore including iPhones, watches and AirPods. The event was held on the company's Cupertino, California, campus at a theatre named after company co-founder Steve Jobs. Here's the roundup for those who missed the event.

Updated on Sep 8, 2022 07:33 IST

Onam revelry captured in pics: From 'Kathakali' to 'Kalaripayattu'

Students of Government College for Women ride a swing during Onam celebrations, in Thiruvananthapuram.

Published on Sep 8, 2022 06:10 IST

Here's how the refurbished Central Vista Avenue looks like, see pics inside

The ministry of housing and urban affairs on Monday released pictures of the lawns and other facilities stretching from Vijay Chowk to the India Gate. The revamped Central Vista Avenue along the Rajpath will have state-wise food stalls, red granite walkways with greenery all around, vending zones, parking lots and round-the-clock security.

Updated on Sep 6, 2022 11:35 IST

Ganpati Visarjan: More than 48,000 idols immersed in Mumbai on 6th day

More than 48,000 idols of Lord Ganesh were immersed in the sea, ponds and artificial lakes in Mumbai on the sixth day of the Ganpati festival, a civic official said on Tuesday.

Published on Sep 6, 2022 08:03 IST

PM Modi meets Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina during her ceremonial reception

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina during her ceremonial reception at the Indian presidential palace in New Delhi.

Published on Sep 6, 2022 05:38 IST

Bengaluru floods: Drinking water supply to be stopped in city for 2 days

Bengaluru reeled under floods as incessant rainfall lashed the city on Monday evening. Waterlogging led to traffic jams and disruptions in the lives of normal people in several parts of the city including Koramangla. The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board's (BWSSB) has warned of water supply disruption in several areas of the city for two days as pumping station in the Mandya district is flooded.

Published on Sep 6, 2022 04:11 IST

In Pics: European women currently serving as leaders of their countries

Liz Truss, UK incumbent prime minister and leader of the Conservative Party. Truss is the third woman prime minister after "Iron Lady" Margaret Thatcher, who was in charge from 1979 to 1990, and Theresa May, who governed from 2016 to 2019.

Published on Sep 5, 2022 17:24 IST

Durga Puja 2022: City of Joy Kolkata gears up for biggest festival

The festival of Durga Puja will be observed from October 1 this year and will go on till October 5. It starts with Mahalaya (September 25) with the ritual of 'pran pratistha' which is done by painting the eyes on the idol goddess Durga. Sasthi, Saptami, Ashtami are the other auspicious days with their own significance and rituals. The celebrations culminate on Vijaya Dashami day when the idols are immersed in rivers. After a two-year hiatus due to the global Covid-19 pandemic, the City of Joy Kolkata is finally happy to host one of the country's biggest festivals once again with much favour and enthusiasm.

Published on Sep 5, 2022 11:30 IST

In Pics: Redeveloped Central Vista Avenue is ready, set to open for public

The officials also informed that the stretch between India Gate and Mansingh Road will be opened to the public over the weekend after the arrangements made for the inauguration are cleared.

Published on Sep 5, 2022 11:22 IST

Bengaluru rains: Heavy rains, floods disrupt daily life

Bengaluru witnessed massive traffic jams following heavy rainfall which led to waterlogging in several parts of the city including Koramangala.

Updated on Sep 5, 2022 08:43 IST

El Salvador residents celebrate the annual ‘Balls of Fire’ festival | Pics here

Men participate in "Bolas de Fuego" (Balls of Fire) festival to remember the fight of Saint Geronimo against the devil with balls of fire, in Nejapa, El Salvador.

Published on Sep 1, 2022 10:20 IST

Brazilian Amazon's worst-in-a-decade August wildfires captured in pictures

Aerial view of a burnt area in the Amazon rainforest, near the Lago do Cunia Extractive Reserve, on the border of the states of Rondonia and Amazonas, northern Brazil, on Wednesday.

Published on Sep 1, 2022 08:28 IST

Ganesh Chaturthi 2022: First look of Mumbai's Lalbaugcha Raja unveiled

The Lalbaugcha Raja Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal, one of the oldest and most popular Ganesh mandals in Mumbai, unveiled the first look of its 14-foot-tall idol of Lord Ganesha on Monday, two days before the 10-day-long Ganesh Chaturthi festival, in Mumbai. The festival begins on August 31.

Updated on Aug 30, 2022 08:08 IST

‘Ganpati Bappa Morya’: India prepares to welcome Lord Ganesha with gusto| Pics

A vendor installs an Indian national flag on an idol of Lord Ganesha on the outskirts of Hyderabad.

Published on Aug 30, 2022 04:15 IST

Unprecedented flash floods wreak havoc in Pakistan, over 1,000 killed

Unprecedented flash floods caused by historic monsoon rains have washed away roads, crops, infrastructure and bridges, killing at least 1,000 people in recent weeks and affecting more than 33 million, over 15% of the country's 220 million population.

Published on Aug 30, 2022 04:10 IST

Tomato Flu: All you need to know about the new contagious disease in India

A new illness, Tomato Flu or Tomato Fever, has been found in Kerala and Odisha, as India continues its fight with coronavirus and monkey pox. So far, 82 children have been reportedly infected with the disease. The rash can appear on hands, feet and buttocks and also cause ulcers in the mouth.

Updated on Aug 29, 2022 12:19 IST

Noida Supertech twin towers: Ahead of demolition, visuals from the site

Ahead of demolition of Noida Supertech twin towers today, nearby society Silvercity has wrapped up its swimming pool to prevent it from getting polluted from the dust that will follow the demolition of the tallest building in the country to be razed in a controlled explosion.

Published on Aug 28, 2022 05:46 IST

More than 4 million in Pakistan affected by floods| Devastation captured in pics

Displaced people carry belongings after they salvaged usable items from their flood-hit home as they wade through a flooded area in Jaffarabad district of Pakistan.

Updated on Aug 26, 2022 13:26 IST

Iran exhibits ‘shunned’ western artworks first time since the revolution | Pics

Visitors look at Sinjerli Variations I-V, by American painter Frank Stella made in 1977.

Updated on Aug 25, 2022 11:04 IST

Ukraine Independence day celebrated across Europe | In pics

A statue of a hand with finger nails painted in Ukraine's national colors was placed in front of the Russian embassy in Prague, Czech Republic.

Published on Aug 24, 2022 14:57 IST

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal flags off 97 electric buses

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday flagged off 97 electric buses from the Rajghat bus depot taking the number of such vehicles to 250. During the ceremony, he said that nearly 80 per cent of the city's entire bus fleet will be completely electric by 2025.

Published on Aug 24, 2022 11:09 IST

PM Modi meets 'Amma' during Amrita Hospital inaugural ceremony in Faridabad

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated Amrita Hospital in Faridabad, Haryana. The super-speciality hospital, managed by Mata Amritanandamayi Math, will be equipped with 2600 beds. During the event, PM Modi sought blessings from 'Amma' and called her the 'embodiment of love and sacrifice.'

Updated on Aug 24, 2022 09:04 IST

Hundreds of farmers reach Delhi to take part in 'mahapanchayat'

Hundreds of farmers from different states started reaching Delhi to participate in a 'mahapanchayat' called by the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (non-political) at Jantar Mantar on Monday. Security was beefed up at Delhi borders, including Singhu and Ghazipur, police said.

Updated on Aug 22, 2022 07:24 IST

Egypt metro hires first women drivers to accelerate gender equality | Pics here

Suzanne Mohamed, an Egyptian woman metro train driver, poses through the entrance of a life-size train simulator at Adly Mansour station in the capital Cairo.

Published on Aug 21, 2022 08:30 IST

World Mosquito Day: All you need to know about the 4 types of Malaria in India

World Mosquito Day is observed annually on August 20 to commemorate Sir Ronald Ross's 1897 discovery in which he found that female anopheline mosquitoes were responsible for the transmission of the malaria parasite in humans. Malaria is a parasitic disease which is spread to humans through the bite of an infected Anopheles mosquito. Here are the four different types of Malaria prevalent in India that you need to be aware of.

Published on Aug 20, 2022 10:55 IST

In pics: Cloudburst in Dehradun, water enters caves of Tapkeshwar temple

Raipur block of Dehradun district ravaged by continous rains in the district.

Published on Aug 20, 2022 06:46 IST

Dahi Handi 2022: Country celebrates festival with great pomp and grandeur

The Dahi Handi festival, also called Gopalakala or Utlotsavam, is part of Krishna Janmashtami festival which is marked a day after Janmashtami. This year, it is being observed today, August 19. As part of the festival, youngsters (called Govindas), dressed in colourful attire, make human pyramids to reach an earthen pot containing buttermilk suspended mid-air, and break it. It symbolises victory through unity.

Updated on Aug 19, 2022 06:00 IST

Here is the list of 10 most polluted cities in the world

According to the latest State of Global Air report on air quality and health in cities, New Delhi and Kolkata are among the top 10 most polluted cities in the world in terms of average annual population-weighted PM 2.5 exposure. New Delhi and Kolkata ranked first and second in the list while Mumbai has been placed at 14th spot.

Updated on Aug 18, 2022 10:27 IST

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