Covid-19 Pandemic
Workouts, TV and Hantavirus Tests: Inside the US Quarantine Unit
Fifteen US citizens exposed to hantavirus on the Hondius cruise ship are under observation at the National Quarantine Unit in Omaha, Nebraska, but their accommodations are closer to ship’s cabins than cold hospital rooms.
2 min read12 May 2026Will govt employees be paid DA, DR arrears for Covid times ahead of 8th Pay Commission? What we know
Central government employees and pensioners await DA and DR arrears from the COVID-19 period. The Finance Ministry confirmed in 2020 that these payments cannot be released, despite ongoing demands. A recent increase of 2% in DA and DR has been approved, effective January 1, 2026.
2 min read26 Apr 2026How did MSMEs weather global crises from covid to war shocks?
From pandemic lockdowns to war-driven cost shocks, the MSME sector has faced unprecedented stress over the past five years.
4 min read13 Apr 2026Why is ‘India lockdown again’ trending amid Middle East conflict and after six years of COVID-19?
Amid the ongoing Middle East conflict and six years after COVID-19, people searched the internet for ‘India lockdown again’ and ‘lockdown news’. Despite a nationwide lockdown in 2020, the government has not announced any new lockdowns as COVID-19 is largely under control.
2 min read24 Mar 2026FPI equity assets hit harder by US-Iran war than covid-19 pandemic
The West Asia conflict has caused a $79 billion hole in FPI assets during fortnight ended 15 March, more than the $60 billion fall seen during the fortnight ended 31 March 2020.
2 min read23 Mar 2026India-China border trade resumes after 6 years: Lipulekh Pass to reopen for Jun-Sept session — All you need to know
Border trade between India and China through Uttarakhand's Lipulekh Himalayan Pass will resume after a six-year pause for this June to September session this year, following NOC from the Centre. Here's all you need to know
2 min read20 Mar 2026Who was Ernie Anastos? Emmy-winning journalist dies at 82 — All about the anchor who covered 9/11, COVID-19
Ernie Anastos, the Emmy-winning journalist and New York television news anchor, died at 82. His career spanned nearly five decades, covering significant events and earning over 30 Emmy awards.
2 min read13 Mar 2026Republican Malcolm Kenyatta reacts to RFK Jr's ‘used to snort cocaine off toilet seats’ remark, says ‘I don't trust…’
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. expressed fearlessness towards germs, citing past experiences with drug use, including snorting cocaine off toilet seats.
2 min read13 Feb 2026Air India offers check-in, baggage services at Delhi metro: Check stepwise guide for passengers here
Air India is offering check-in and baggage services for passengers reaching the airport by metro in the national capital. We take a look at the flight details, timings, and availability for travelers; and bring you a step-by-step guide on how to use the facilities.
2 min read18 Nov 2025Amazon layoffs: Who will get laid-off, from when and why as online retail giant cuts 14,000 jobs — All you need to know
Amazon plans to layoff around 14,000 corporate jobs from today. The e-commerce giant said that the move is due to over hiring during the COVID-19 pandemic. This is the company's biggest job cuts since late 2022.
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