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Six Stopped from Boarding Flight That Brought Back 324 Indians from Wuhan Amid Coronavirus Outreak

The Air India flight from Wuhan was delayed as immigration and Chinese authorities did not allow six Indians on board after they reported high temperatures during screening. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/3b1U4QQ via Click here

Usually Bustling with Tourists, Phuket Now Deserted as Thailand Only 2nd to China in Coronavirus Cases

In the evening, foot traffic increased a little under the glow of the red lanterns strung across the thoroughfare, but remained far below normal levels. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/3b6j9KD via Click here

Bahi Khata is Back: Tracing the Journey of India's Traditional Ledger Wrapped in Red Cloth

In 2019, Finance Minister Sitharaman ditched the colonial legacy of a Budget Briefcase for a Bahi-Khata to carry Union Budget Papers. The tradition of carrying the Budget briefcase was handed over to us by the British. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2GKJbVK via Click here

We're Back From Hell, Say Indian Students After Returning From China Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

A special Air India Boeing 747 brought back Indians, including students from Wuhan University, stranded in China's Wuhan to Delhi on Saturday morning from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2S6c8Ri via Click here

President Rejects Mercy Petition of Nirbhaya Convict Vinay Sharma

Mukesh Kumar Singh, Pawan Gupta, Vinay Kumar Sharma and Akshay Kumar, who are lodged in Tihar jail, were ordered to be hanged on February 1 at 6am. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2UfT2dS via Click here

US Asks Citizens to Reconsider Visiting Pakistan Due to Terrorism, Issues Highest Level Travel Alert

The Level 4 of US travel advisory means asking citizens not to travel to the provinces of Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) along with the LoC. The rest of the areas in Pakistan continues to remain on Level 3 of the travel alert. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/38Ru9JE via Click here

Why This Novel, Hailed by Stephen King and Oprah Winfrey, Has Ignited Literary Controversy in US

Author Jeanine Cummins has been accused by some of exploiting the tragedy of Mexican migrants in a US election year and of validating stereotypes such as those used by US President Donald Trump to fuel his anti-immigration rhetoric. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/38ZPz7k via Click here

Union Budget 2020: Watch Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget Speech Live

Union Budget 2020 Watch LIVE: Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman will begin her budget speech at 11am on February 1, Saturday. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2RJUfZn via Click here

Budget 2020 Live Streaming: When and Where to Watch Niramala Sitharaman’s Speech Live on TV, Online

Nirmala Sitharaman will present the much-awaited union budget 2020 at 11 am on February 1. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2uShesp via Click here

Jamia Alumni Association Files Police Complaint Against BJP's Thakur, Varma, Mishra

The complaint was filed at the New Friends Colony police station late on Thursday and a its copy was sent to the Ministry of Home Affairs, Delhi Police Commissioner and DCP South Delhi, Khan said. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/38X0rD1 via Click here

'Optimism and Regret': UK Papers Rejoice, Mourn Brexit Day

Several newspapers used the occasion to reflect on the intense passions Brexit stirred up over the past three and a half years. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2RPN5mF via Click here

Weinstein Yelled, 'You Owe Me!’ Before Raping Me, Ripping off My Pants: Accuser Tells Court

The former Hollywood tycoon trapped the woman in a New York hotel room in March 2013, and angrily ordered her to undress as he loomed over her, and then raped her, she told jurors on Friday. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/38PjCie via Click here

Indonesia Deports American Journalist Over Visa Regulations

Jacobson's detention drew an outcry from rights activists and media groups amid fears it could signal a more dangerous landscape for other journalists in Indonesia. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/36Ox58m via Click here

China Virus Death Toll Rises to 259, Infections Surge

The number of new deaths and newly confirmed cases have both spiralled higher on a daily basis since China sounded the nationwide alarm a week ago. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/36SoYIg via Click here

Pakistan to Treat U-19 World Cup Semi-final against India as 'Normal Game'

Pakistan will treat the latest episode in their long rivalry with India as "a normal game", Mohammad Huraira said ahead of their Under-19 World Cup semi-final. from Top CricketNext News- News18.com https://ift.tt/31el2QE via Click here

Signed, Sealed & Delivered: UK Leaves EU 47 Years Later. Whats in Store Next?

Next comes the bit that may be even trickier: forging a new relationship, which means a trade deal, but also agreements covering everything from security to telecoms policy. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/38T7a0I via Click here

US Declares Coronavirus a Health Emergency, Bans Travelers From China

Sweeping new restrictions will also be imposed on American citizens, with those returning from the province at the disease's epicenter placed in facilities for mandatory 14-day quarantines. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/36QpbLH via Click here

'Great Tragedy': Donald Trump Set for Midweek Acquittal After Witnesses Blocked

Following the 51-49 vote, the Senate scheduled four hours of closing arguments by Democratic prosecutors and White House defense lawyers on Monday and a vote for acquittal on Wednesday. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/37YJxDS via Click here

Sensex Today LIVE Updates: Aiming for Quick Buck in Volatile Market, Investors Keenly Track Budget 2020

Sensex Union Budget 2020 LIVE Updates: Given the volatility of the recent past, traders and investors will be keenly tracking the Union Budget for financial year 2020-21, which will be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman around 11am in Lok Sabha. The domestic equity market has broadly remained under pressure ever since Sitharaman unveiled her maiden, full Budget on July 5, 2019. Trading will begin from 9:15 am, and will last till 3:30 pm. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2Ohjtw6 via Click here

Indian Economy Experienced Abrupt Slowdown in 2019 But It's Not in Recession: IMF

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said the drag was due to major reform measures such as GST and demonetisation. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2RMPBK5 via Click here

Coronavirus Outbreak LIVE: Air India Flight Brings Back 324 Indians from Wuhan; China Death Toll Rises to 259

Coronavirus Outbreak LIVE Updates: Air India's jumbo B747 plane, evacuating 324 Indian nationals from the coronavirus-hit Wuhan in China, landed here today morning, officials said. The plane reached Delhi around 7.30am. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2uQRQmH via Click here

Budget 2020 LIVE Updates: Middle Class Hopes for Income Tax Relief as Nirmala Sitharaman Targets Economic Revival in Union Budget Speech

Budget 2020 LIVE Updates: The Narendra Modi government is likely to increase state spending on infrastructure and offer some income tax incentives when Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman reads her Budget 2020 speech in Parliament today. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2UfOhBm via Click here

UK Divorces European Union After 47 Years as Brexit Formally Comes Into Force, Boris Johnson Hails 'New Dawn'

While there will be little change instantly as the UK and EU enter into a pre-agreed period of transition from Saturday until the end of December, the process of complete extrication from the now 27-member economic bloc will begin right away. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2vxueDV via Click here

Economic Survey to be Presented in Both the Houses of Parliament Today

The Economic Survey reviews the development in the Indian economy over the previous 12 months and also highlights the policy initiatives and the prospects of the economy. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/3b7lp4e via Click here

Budget 2020 LIVE Updates: Ruckus in Parliament After President Kovind Says CAA Good for Persecuted Minorities; Economic Survey at Noon

Budget 2020 LIVE Updates: President Ram Nath Kovind’s address to the joint session of Parliament a day before the tabling of the budget witnessed ruckus as the President hailed the citizenship amendment act and sought support for the contentious legislation. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/3aTtFEV via Click here

UP Man Who Took 23 Kids Hostage Was Miffed Over Being Denied Toilet, House by Govt, Reveals His Letter

The accused Subhash Batham had written letters to authorities seeking a toiler under the Swachh Bharat Mission and a house under the PM Awas Yojna. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/37JxgmS via Click here

Budget 2020 LIVE Updates: Let's Focus on Economy This Session, PM Modi Tells Oppn; Economic Survey at Noon

Budget 2020 LIVE Updates: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to table the Economic Survey in Parliament today, a day ahead of the Budget tomorrow. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/37MpmsM via Click here

Students Protesting Outside Delhi Police Headquarters Against Jamia University Firing Removed

A man fired a pistol at a group of anti-CAA protesters near Jamia Millia Islamia on Thursday, injuring a student. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/36K7mOo via Click here

'New Dawn' or 'Biggest Gamble'? UK Headlines on Brexit Day

The left-leaning Guardian was more circumspect, leading its front page with the words 'Small Island' and describing Brexit as 'the biggest gamble in a generation'. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/36JKIpv via Click here

Trump Mocks Democrats, Revives Border Wall Promise in Iowa Campaign Speech

Speaking to supporters in Iowa, US President Donald Trump has mocked potential Democratic opponents."Democrats stand for crime, corruption and chaos, Republicans stand for law, order and justice," Trump said. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/3aRF3kB via Click here

Oil Price Jumps as WHO Declares Global Emergency but Recommends No Travel, Trade Restrictions

Brent crude futures jumped 90 cents to $59.19 a barrel by 0243 GMT, after falling 2.5% the previous session. Brent is still down 2.5% for the week. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/36CVs96 via Click here

Greta Thunberg Nominated for Nobel Peace Prize for 'Making Politicians Open Eyes to Climate Crisis'

Thunberg, 17, was mentioned as a possible Nobel Peace Prize winner in 2019, when the honour ultimately went to Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed for his efforts to resolve a long-running conflict with neighbouring Eritrea. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/36GpGbn via Click here

British Man Found Guilty of Trying to Steal 1215 Magna Carta from UK Cathedral

Royden was found guilty by a jury at Salisbury Crown Court in southwest England of attempted theft and criminal damage to the security case costing 14,466 ($18,900, 17,150 euros) to fix. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/36GjwYS via Click here

'Many Countries Unprepared for Coronavirus': Global Health Monitor Calls for Immediate Action

Its comments came as the WHO held a meeting to determine whether to declare the outbreak, which has killed 170 people and infected more than 7,700 people in China, as well as around 100 people across more than a dozen other countries, a global emergency. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2OcmopZ via Click here

Driven by Spike in Jobs Requiring Higher Skills, US Gender Wage Gap Narrowed Significantly Since 1980: Report

Wage gains for women have been driven by the rapid increase in jobs requiring "social" skills and higher skills, such as critical thinking, where women now represent a majority, according to the report by the Pew Research Center, an independent American research institute. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2OeMDfl via Click here

Australia Declares State of Emergency as Bushfire Threatens its Capital

Officials said an uncontrolled fire in the ACT's south, on the doorstep of Canberra, had grown to 185 sq km, almost 8% of the territory's land mass. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2Ui3BNw via Click here

UN Security Council Calls for 'Immediate Cessation' of Yemen Hostilities

The Council members also called for the "immediate stop to all intimidation of humanitarian workers" and "safe and unhindered access" in the north of the country. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/36NIbuE via Click here

Special Court to Take up Behmai Massacre Case on February 12

The court has to give its verdict on the role of the four surviving accused -- Posha, Bhikha, Vishwanath and Shyambabu. While Posha is still in jail, the rest are out on bail. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2tdjda5 via Click here

Kerala Coronavirus Patient Moved to Thrissur Medical College, Health Minister Says She's Stable

India reported its first case of the novel Coronavirus (nCoV) in Kerala on Thursday, prompting state government to step up its efforts to detect and prevent the spread of the virus. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2Sh5uI3 via Click here

US Elevates Travel Advisory amid Coronavirus Outbreak, Asks Citizens to Not Travel to China

In an updated travel advisory, the department said any Americans in China now "should consider departing using commercial means." from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2OeIuIj via Click here

Oil Jumps as WHO Declares Emergency but Recommends No Travel, Trade Restrictions

Oil prices had fallen nearly 4% through Thursday this week - hitting three-months lows - before rebounding on Friday, with investors and traders worried over how the spreading virus would impact demand for oil. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2tWyvR8 via Click here

Jet Leaves Portugal to Repatriate EU Citizens from Wuhan

The French government, which had chartered the aircraft, would make a stopover in Paris to receive medical personnel and then head first to Hanoi, Vietnam, before going on to China on Friday. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/3aRjpwR via Click here

Bank Strike Today: Services at ATMs, Branches to Take a Hit This Weekend

The bank trike will coincide with the beginning of the Budget session of parliament and presentation of union Budget 2020-21 and the Economic Survey. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2vCGumL via Click here

Coronavirus Outbreak LIVE: WHO Declares Global Health Emergency as China Death Toll Hits 213

Coronavirus Outbreak LIVE Updates: The World Health Organisation declared a global emergency over the new coronavirus, as China reported the death toll had climbed to 213 with nearly 10,000 infections. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2RZ2UGk via Click here

Militant Killed, Cop Injured During Firing in Nagrota; Jammu-Srinagar National Highway Closed

The firing took place around 5 am when the police team stopped a Srinagar-bound truck for checking near the toll plaza in the Ban area of Nagrota, the officials said. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2u3irgc via Click here

Hostage Taker Shot Dead, Over 20 Children Rescued After Stand-off With Cops in UP's Farrukhabad

When some local residents tried to break down the door, Batham started firing from the inside, injuring at least one person. from Top India News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2tVlgQI via Click here

US Hits Russian Railroad with Economic Sanctions over Crimea

The EU and the US imposed economic sanctions on Russia after the annexation and refuse to recognise Moscow's authority over the region. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2RGWmNP via Click here

2 Japanese Who Have Tested Positive for Coronavirus Had Absolutely No Symptoms for Deadly Disease

Japan now has confirmed 11 cases of the virus, including a tour bus driver who was infected after coming into contact with Chinese visitors. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2Gyd3EB via Click here

UK Economy Seeks to Balance Brexit with Global Strains

On the eve of Brexit, there is a strong possibility that the Bank of England will later Thursday announce its first interest rate cut in more than three years, as economic headwinds gather on the horizon. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/3131TRK via Click here

Coronavirus, Nipah, SARS, Ebola: How Do Bats Live With So Many Viruses?

Bats are considered the probable source of the coronavirus outbreak spreading from China. It turns out that they may have an immune system that lets them coexist with many disease-causing viruses. from Top World News- News18.com https://ift.tt/2O8oy9U via Click here