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Pinarayi Vijayan gets a rude jolt as Yechury 'red flags' K-Rail

Yechury asked how a green signal can be given to "a train which is yet to arrive".

No change in Omicron BA.4, BA.5 severity or transmissibility so far: WHO

While there have been a few cases of new Omicron sub-variants BA.4 and BA.5, so far there is no change seen in the severity or transmissibility, the World Health Organisation has said.

China applauds Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's remark on CPEC

China commended Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's remarks on the construction of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), saying that Beijing was ready to work with Islamabad

Ukraine foils Russia-backed massive cyber attack on its power grid

Ukraine has foiled a massive cyber attack on its power grid that was the handiwork of Russia-backed hackers.

Samsung likely to expand use of recycled parts to repair smartphones

Samsung is planning to boost consumer confidence by ensuring the quality and performance of recycled parts at a level that can match that of new products.

Video chat app Zoom unveils new products as its stock nosedives

The growth of Zoom has slowed down as in-person meetings resume and schools/colleges reopen

Qualcomm tops global cellular IoT chip market for fourth quarter of 2021

The firm grew its share in the market both annually and sequentially

Congress' Randeep Surjewala slams Centre over hike in fuel prices

The Congress on Thursday slammed the Centre over rising prices of CNG and PNG and termed it "fuel loot."

Global Covid caseload tops 501.5 mn, death toll surges past 6.18 million

The global coronavirus caseload has topped 501.5 million, while the deaths have surged to more than 6.18 million and vaccinations to over 11.12 billion, according to Johns Hopkins University.

Apple's upcoming AR headset reportedly delayed until next year

Supply chain constraints and the fact that the tech giant does not want to release its first AR device in limited stock forced the company to push back the date again: Report

Massive support pours in for the education of Ukrainian refugees amid war

Expanding on the $5 million Ukraine First Emergency Response grant announced in March, 'Education Cannot Wait' (ECW) on Thursday announced a new, initial $1.5 million allocation

Google unveils its 'Switch to Android' app for iPhone users in the US

Tech giant Google has quietly launched its most awaited 'Switch to Android' app on the App Store in some countries, including the US.

BRICS countries support Russia-Ukraine talks for comprehensive solution

BRICS countries, consisting of China, Russia, India, Brazil and South Africa, expressed their concern over the humanitarian situation in and around Ukraine

Heat wave conditions in isolated pockets likely after April 15: IMD

India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a fall in maximum temperatures is likely over parts of northwest India by nearly 2 degrees Celsius during next 24 hours

Covid-19 still a global health emergency despite drop in cases: WHO

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said the pandemic remains a public health emergency, advising countries to be prepared to scale up Covid-19 response rapidly.

UN chief calls for action to mitigate global impact of Ukraine conflict

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for action to mitigate the global impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on food, energy and finance systems.

US sees Covid-19 rise in northeast as BA.2 subvariant takes hold

Covid-19 cases are ticking up again in the northeast of the US as the BA.2 Omicron subvariant took hold of the region

Greece to further ease coronavirus restrictions on May 1: Health Minister

Greece will further ease its Covid-19 restrictions from May 1, Health Minister Thanos Plevris has said.

Finnish government submits security report preparing for NATO membership

The Finnish government has submitted to parliament a report on changes to Finland's foreign and security policy environment following the Ukraine crisis.

80% elderly in Beijing vaccinated against Covid-19; 2.46 mn receive booster

Nearly 3.44 million above 60 years in Beijing, or 80 per cent of the city's elderly population, have been vaccinated against Covid-19, local authorities said.