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Govt may permit operations of metro, single screen movie halls in Unlock 4

Implementation in the respective states or Union Territories (UT) will be done on the basis of assessment conducted by state governments

Foreign journalists with valid visas to be allowed to come to India: MHA

Home Ministry says decision was taken after considering the need for more categories of foreign nationals planning India visit

Rakesh Asthana appointed BSF DG, V S K Kaumudi Special Secretary

Gujarat cadre IPS officer Rakesh Asthana has been appointed as the chief of the Border Security Force (BSF) and V S K Kaumudi will be Special Secretary (Internal Security) in the Home Ministry, according to a Personnel Ministry order issued on Monday. Asthana is at present working as the Director General of Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) here. He has been appointed the Director General (DG) of Border Security Force from the date of joining the post and up to July 31, 2021, i.e. date of his superannuation, the order said. Asthana, a 1984 batch IPS officer, is also holding additional charge of DG, Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB). Kaumudi, a 1986 batch IPS officer of Andhra Pradesh cadre, is presently working as DG, Bureau of Police research and Development (BPR&D). He has been appointed Special Secretary (Internal Security), Ministry of Home Affairs up to November 30, 2022 i.e. date of his superannuation, the order said. His batchmate from Uttar Pradesh cadre, Md Jawed ..

Amit Shah tests negative for Covid-19, will be under home isolation

Shah, 55, said that on the advice of the doctors, he will be in home isolation for the next few days

Golden chapter in history of India: HM Shah on consecration of Ram temple

Terming the foundation laying of Ram temple in Ayodhya as a "historic and proud day" for India, Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said it heralds the beginning of a new era.

Home minister Amit Shah tests Covid-19 positive, admitted to hospital

The home minister also requested those who had come in contact with him in the last few days to get tested for coronavirus and isolate themselves

Home ministry seeks additional three months for framing CAA rules

The home ministry's move came after the panel enquired about the status of the rules for the CAA

Restaurants to retailers: Who gains, who loses as India starts Unlock 3.0

While restaurateurs and gym owners are enthusiastic, retailers expect little respite

Delhi govt ends night curfew, allows weekly markets on trial basis

On Wednesday, the Centre issued nationwide Unlock 3 guidelines, opening up more activities outside coronavirus containment zones, but schools, colleges, metro services will remain shut

MHA issues guidelines for Independence Day celebrations amid Covid-19

MHA issued an advisory for the Independence Day celebrations on August 15 amid the coronavirus pandemic

MHA to SC: No 4G internet in J&K; will review situation after 2 months

The MHA has informed the Supreme Court that the special committee constituted to look into the issue of restoring 4G internet in Jammu and Kashmir decided against resuming the services.

Govt announces norms for contributions by individuals, institutions to NDRF

These contributions have been allowed as per Section 46(1)(b) of the Disaster Management Act, 2005

Central police forces record over 7K Covid-19 cases with 242 new infections

As per the latest data accessed by PTI, these forces have recorded a total of 7,059 Covid-19 patients till now out of which 3,233 are active cases while the rest of the personnel have recovered

Delhi has 72% recovery rate, over 20,000 Covid-19 tests done daily: Govt

The Union Health Ministry said today that despite a population of 1.3 billion people, India has been able to manage Covid-19 relatively well

Some flights from India likely 'soon' for Indians with valid permits: UAE

India suspended all scheduled international passenger flights on March 23 due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Railways to ply 700 more Mumbai local trains but not for general passengers

The trains will, however, only carry essential services personnel identified by the Maharashtra government

Unlock 2.0 opens a small window; PM to address the nation at 4 pm today

International air travel and metro rail services will also continue to remain shut at least till July 31, and large congregations stay banned

Union Home Secretary reviews implementation of Shah's decisions on Covid-19

Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla reviewed the implementation of various decisions on Covid-19 in Delhi which were taken at a meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

With over 70,000 cases, Delhi leads count amid coronavirus crisis

In terms of deaths, Mumbai has been the worst affected, with a fatality rate of 5.5% - above the national average of 3.15%.

Centre withdraws order on clinical assessment of Covid-19 patients

The guideline that came into effect from Saturday was strongly opposed by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government