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Top 10 Indian Web Series of 2020: Perfect to binge watch this weekend?

Filmmaker Hansal Mehta''s "Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story" has emerged as the highest user-rated show in IMDb''s ''Top 10 Indian Web Series of 2020'' list. "Scam 1992" earned acclaim for the thrilling portrayal of stockbroker Harshad Mehta, played by Pratik Gandhi, who single-handedly took the stock market to dizzying heights, and his catastrophic downfall. The IMDb ratings are determined by users who rate films and TV shows on a 10-point scale. With a rating of 9.5 out of 10, "Scam 1992", a SonyLIV show, has also landed a spot in IMDb''s top 250 TV series of all time.

MDH Dadaji, style icon & a successful CEO: The legacy of Dharampal Gulati

Dharampal Gulati, famously known as 'MDH Dadaji' for repeated appearance in his spice brand's television ads, died on December 3. He started his spices business journey as a nondescript shack in Delhi's Karol Bagh after selling his tonga, and went on, at the age of 94, to becoming the highest-paid CEO in the country's FMCG sector. Gulati, also known as the Spice King, was born in Sialkot (now in Pakistan) on March 27, 1923, and moved to India after Partition and set up his business in Delhi. His father had a spice shop in Sialkot, called 'Mahashian Di Hatti' (MDH), but the outlet was popularly known as 'Deggi Mirch Wale'. Watch the video which tracks his inspiring journey.

Coronavirus vaccine could be ready in a few weeks: PM Narendra Modi at all-party meet

In his closing remarks at an all-party meeting with leaders of various political parties to discuss the COVID-19 pandemic situation in the country, Modi said experts believe the wait for the COVID-19 vaccine will not be long and it may be ready in a few weeks.

Pfizer coronavirus vaccine rollout: What it means for India, world

The UK has become the first Western nation to approve a Covid-19 vaccine, vaulting past the US and the European Union in the race to approve a vaccine, months into a pandemic that has killed almost 1.5 million people worldwide. The Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine is the first one in the UK to be approved for use, with hopes people can start receiving the injection within a week. But will it be available for Indians? And how this development is going to help the world in its fight against coronavirus. Watch the video

Farmers' protest and 'villages on wheels': Inside story from Ground Zero

Farmers' protest: Why are thousands of farmers protesting in and around Delhi? Why do they fear new farm laws? What they stand to lose? These are some basic questions that everyone across the country would want to know. As government hopes for a positive outcome from talks, Business Standard travels to the protest site to know more about farmers' demands and the conditions they are the living in, in the hope of a better tomorrow, miles away from their families and villages in Punjab, Haryana and other states.

First Indian as Global CEO: Tracking the story behind Bata's India connect

Sandeep Kataria has become the first Indian to be appointed as global CEO of leading footwear company Bata. He joins the growing league of other Indians who have risen to head global organisations, including Satya Nadella of Microsoft and Sundar Pichai of Alphabet, just to name a few from the long list. Bata holds a special place for Indian consumers. Watch this video to get a sense of Bata's India connect and its history.

Law against 'love-jihad' and its impact: Punishment & politics explained

The Uttar Pradesh government last week approved the draft of a stringent law to deal with religious conversion for the sake of marriage, which some political leaders refer to as 'love jihad'. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath-led UP Cabinet had cleared the ordinance, proposing a maximum punishment of 10 years and fine for 'love jihad' related offences on November 24. The new ordinance mandates a jail term of one to five years, with Rs 15,000 penalty for religious conversion for marriage or through force. For conversion of minors and women of Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes community, there will be a jail term of 3-10 years with Rs 25,000 penalty.

Who will get Covid vaccine first? Serum CEO on distribution, pricing & Modi

Serum Institute of India CEO Adar Poonawalla said that the coronavirus vaccine will be distributed initially in India and then the company will look at Covax countries, which are mainly in Africa. Serum Institute of India (SII) is conducting clinical trials of AstraZeneca-Oxford's COVID-19 vaccine candidate in India. Watch the full interview.

Watch: PM Modi in PPE suit, on 3-city tour to review Covid vaccine progress

Wearing a PPE kit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviewed the vaccine development process at the Zydus Cadila research centre in Changodar industrial area, over 20 km from Ahmedabad. Zydus Cadila has announced that the phase-I clinical trial of its vaccine candidate ZyCoV-D is over and it has commenced phase-II clinical trials from August. In Hyderabad, Modi visited vaccine maker Bharat Biotech's facility. Bharat Biotech's Covaxin is undergoing phase-3 trials. After his hour-long visit to the facility, the PM will proceed to Pune, where he will visit the Serum Institute of India (SII), which has partnered with global pharma giant AstraZeneca and the Oxford University for the vaccine.

India's COVID-19 recoveries cross over 87 lakh

New Delhi, Nov 27 (ANI): As per the data released by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, India on November 27 reported single-day spike of 43,082 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours. 492 deaths in the same period, pushing the COVID-19 toll in the country to 1,35,715. India's confirmed cases of coronavirus stand at 93,09,788 which include 4,55,555 active infections. More than 87,18,517 people have recovered from the virus with 39,379 new discharges in last 24 hours. According to Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), a total of 11,31,204 samples were tested on November 26. Cumulative samples tested for COVID-19 till November 26 are 13,70,62,749.

8-phase DDC elections to be held from Nov 28 to Dec 19: JandK's State Election Commissioner

Jammu, Nov 27 (ANI): Speaking to ANI in Jammu, State Election Commissioner of JandK, KK Sharma spoke on District Development Council (DDC) elections. He said, "Eight-phase DDC elections to be held from November 28 to December 19. All arrangements including security are reviewed and completed. The remote areas to go to polls in first and second phase of polling." "Health Department engaged to implement COVID guidelines," State Election Commissioner added.

'Sadhus' look after cows of different breeds at Ayodhya's Gopal Gaushala

Ayodhya (UP), Nov 27 (ANI): 'Sadhus' at Gopal Gaushala look after around 300 cows living at the cow-shelter. There are around 150 'desi' breed of cows at Gopal Gaushala. Some cows are from Britain, US, Australia and other countries. Gausewaks look after the cows from devotional point of view. Speaking to ANI, a 'sadhu', Shashikant Pandey said, "There are around 150 'desi' breed of cows here and some from Britain, USA, Australia and other countries. We look after them from devotional point of view."

AQI improves to 'moderate' category in Delhi

New Delhi, Nov 27 (ANI): Some respite for Delhiites as air quality improved on November 27. A slight improvement in the Air Quality Index as it stands in 'moderate' category as per Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data. Burning of residue of crops in the neighbouring states add on the noxious smog in Delhi. A blanket of smog is lingering over the sky which leads to reduce in visibility at Delhi-Noida Direct Flyway.

Bangladeshi cargo vessel 'MV Maa' likely to be converted into restaurant at Visakhapatnam

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh), Nov 27 (ANI): Visakhapatnam administration proposes to convert Bangladeshi vessel 'MV Maa' into a floating restaurant after obtaining statutory clearance and clearance from its owner. 'MV Maa', anchored at Vizag Port Trust, drifted into sea in October, when its anchor broke and is at Tenneti Park now. Speaking to ANI, Visakhapatnam District Collector (DC), Sri V Vinay Chand said, "Vessels' fuel was fully offloaded to prevent further sinking. Process of various clearances is going on. State government can take it up as a tourism project." "We are thinking of a floating restaurant. However, we are awaiting all the formal clearances," he added.

Sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik pays tribute to famous footballer Diego Maradona

Puri (Odisha), Nov 27 (ANI): Famous sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik created a sand sculpture at Puri Beach of Diego Maradona to pay tribute to the legendary footballer, who passed away on November 25. Argentine football legend Maradona had been hospitalised as he complained of regularly being fatigued. Diego was considered the main player in taking Argentine to their second World Cup title in 1986.

5 dead after fire breaks out at Rajkot's Uday Shivanand COVID Hospital

Rajkot (Gujarat), Nov 27 (ANI): Five people died after a fire broke out at Uday Shivanand COVID Hospital in Gujarat's Rajkot. The incident occurred during the wee hours of Nov 27. The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained. Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani has ordered a probe into the incident. More details are awaited.

Why is Rohit Sharma not playing ODI vs Australia? Virat Kohli is 'confused'

India captain Virat Kohli on Thursday didn't hide his displeasure at the Rohit Sharma injury saga stating that "confusion and lack of clarity" has led to the team management playing a "waiting game" on his availability which is not ideal. Answering media queries online ahead of the ODI series against Australia starting on Friday, Kohli said Rohit was said to be unavailable before the selection committee meeting earlier this month.

SP leader ST Hasan advises Muslim youth to consider Hindu girls as "sisters"

Moradabad (UP), Nov 27 (ANI): Commenting on ongoing 'Love Jihad' row, Samajwadi Party leader and MP from Moradabad, ST Hasan advised Muslim youth to consider Hindu girls as their "sisters". He said "'Love Jihad' is a political stunt...I advise Muslim youth to consider Hindu girls as their sisters. Don't get lured, because a law has been framed under which you can be subjected to tremendous torture. Save yourself and don't get into any temptation or love."

New study to enhance chronic pain treatments

New Delhi, Nov 27 (ANI): Researchers at Kyushu University's Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences have discovered a unique population of spinal cord astrocytes with a role in producing pain hypersensitivity to strengthen the effect of chronic pain treatments. According to a study using mouse model by Kyushu University, researchers revealed the identification of a unique population of astrocytes in the dorsal horn of the spinal cord of mice that produces pain hypersensitivity when activated by neurons carrying signals down from the brain which indicate the role of descending neurons in controlling spinal pain transmission, not limited to suppression; suggesting this group of astrocytes as a new target to enhance the effect of chronic pain treatments. According to the study, the astrocytes found near the back of the spinal cord are in a region known to carry general sensory information such as pressure, pain, and heat from around the body to the brain. With the use of mouse model, t

CM Shivraj Chouhan inaugurates 'Energy Swaraj Yatra' in Bhopal

Bhopal (MP), Nov 27 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated "Energy Swaraj Yatra" in the state capital Bhopal on Nov 26. While speaking to ANI, Chouhan said, "Solar energy is pure, sure and secure. Solar power will help save the earth and its inhabitants. Under PM's leadership, MP is also constantly working in this field."