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Government Slashes Prices Of 41 Medicines, Including Those For Diabetes, Heart Ailments

Indo-Asian News Service | Thursday May 16, 2024, New Delhi

The government has reduced the prices of 41 commonly used medicines and six formulations used to treat diseases such as diabetes, heart and liver ailments.

11 Killed In Lightning Strikes In Bengal's Malda: Police

Press Trust of India | Thursday May 16, 2024, Malda

At least 11 people were killed and two others injured in lightning strikes at various places across West Bengal's Malda district on Thursday, police said.

Trinamool On Warpath Over Judge-Turned-BJP leader's Sexist Comment

NDTV News Desk | Thursday May 16, 2024, Kolkata

Bengal's ruling Trinamool Congress has been up in arms against a controversial comment by High Court judge-turned-politician Abhijit Gangopadhyay that targets Mamata Banerjee.

How PM Modi's Policies Enabled More Women To Join Workforce, Reap Benefits

Indo-Asian News Service | Thursday May 16, 2024, New Delhi

From extending maternity leave benefits to relaxation in labour laws to providing creches, the policies led by the Modi government have enabled a significant number of women to join the workforce.

Covaxin Has Excellent Safety Record: Bharat Biotech On Study Citing Risks

Indo-Asian News Service | Thursday May 16, 2024, New Delhi

The study, led by Banaras Hindu University (BHU), claimed that Covaxin raised the rare risk of stroke, and Guillain-Barre syndrome, among others.

Air Passenger Traffic In India To Touch 407-418 Million This Year: Report

Press Trust of India | Thursday May 16, 2024, New Delhi

Air passenger traffic in the country is projected to touch record levels in the range of 407-418 million in the current financial year and the revenues of select airport operators together are estimated to rise 15-17 per cent during the same period.

I'm Part Of INDIA Bloc Not Bengal Units Of Congress, CPI-M: Mamata Banerjee

Indo-Asian News Service | Thursday May 16, 2024, Kolkata

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, on Thursday, claimed that although she and her party Trinamool Congress are an integral part of the opposition INDIA bloc, the West Bengal unit of Congress and CPI-M are not included in it.

Over 30% Covaxin Takers Suffered Health Issues After A Year, Claims Study

Press Trust of India | Thursday May 16, 2024, New Delhi

Nearly one-third of the individuals who received Bharat Biotech's anti-Covid vaccine Covaxin reported 'adverse events of special interest,' or AESI, according to a one-year follow-up study conducted at BHU.

"INDIA Bloc Will Crumble <i>Khata Khat, Khata Khat</i>": PM Mocks Rahul Gandhi

"INDIA Bloc Will Crumble Khata Khat, Khata Khat": PM Mocks Rahul Gandhi

Press Trust of India | Thursday May 16, 2024, New Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Thursday said the INDIA bloc wants to make five prime ministers in five years and claimed that it will disintegrate after June 4.

JD(S) MLA H D Revanna Gets Interim Bail In Sexual Harassment Case

Press Trust of India | Thursday May 16, 2024, Bengaluru

A court here on Thursday granted interim bail to JD(S) MLA and former Karnataka Minister H D Revanna in a sexual harassment case.

Billboard Collapses Near Pune, 3 Days After Mumbai Incident That Killed 16

NDTV News Desk | Thursday May 16, 2024, Mumbai

Three days after a billboard collapsed in Mumbai, killing 16 people and injuring over 40 others, a hoarding has fallen over in Pimpri-Chinchwad near Pune because of strong winds.

Congress, JJP's Gurugram Candidates Have Criminal History, Not So For BJP

Press Trust of India | Thursday May 16, 2024, Gurugram

Two of the three prominent candidates contesting from the Gurugram Lok Sabha constituency are facing criminal charges.

India Is Becoming Manufacturing Hub Of The World: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Asian News International | Thursday May 16, 2024, Mumbai

The minister highlighted that while most of Europe still relies on 3G and 4G networks, India has already implemented 5G as early as 2022.

39% Candidates In Phase 6 Of Lok Sabha Polls Are Crorepatis: Report

Press Trust of India | Thursday May 16, 2024, New Delhi

About 39 per cent of candidates contesting in the sixth phase of the Lok Sabha polls are crorepatis with average assets of Rs 6.21 crore, according to poll rights body ADR.

Fake 'Bomb' Note Triggers Panic Onboard Delhi-Vadodara Air India Flight

Press Trust of India | Thursday May 16, 2024, New Delhi

Panic gripped a Delhi-Vadodara Air India flight at the IGI airport here after a crew member spotted a tissue paper with the word "bomb" written on it in the aircraft's washroom, police said on Thursday.