Facing fire for meltdown in Afghanistan, Biden cuts short vacation

 Facing fire for meltdown in Afghanistan, Biden cuts short vacation

Breaking LIVE: India’s Neeraj Chopra Wins Gold in Men’s Javelin Final at Tokyo Olympics

 Breaking LIVE: India’s Neeraj Chopra Wins Gold in Men’s Javelin Final at Tokyo Olympics

Assam-Mizoram Border Clash: Death Count Reaches 7 As Another Cop Dies

 Assam-Mizoram Border Clash: Death Count Reaches 7 As Another Cop Dies

"Need Top Court-Monitored Probe Into Pegasus": Mamata Banerjee After PM Meet

 "Need Top Court-Monitored Probe Into Pegasus": Mamata Banerjee After PM Meet

5 Assam Cops Killed As Clashes On Border With Mizoram Escalate

 5 Assam Cops Killed As Clashes On Border With Mizoram Escalate: 10 Points

'Pegasus Used to Topple Karnataka Govt'; Congress Demands SC-led Judicial Probe

 'Pegasus Used to Topple Karnataka Govt'; Congress Demands SC-led Judicial Probe

No Kanwar Yatra In UP, Say Organisers After State Government's Request

 No Kanwar Yatra In UP, Say Organisers After State Government's Request

Reuters Photographer Killed In Kandahar Had Tweeted "Lucky To Be Safe"

 Reuters Photographer Killed In Kandahar Had Tweeted "Lucky To Be Safe"

Telangana Ministers Lead 'No Mask' Act At Bonalu Festival

 Telangana Ministers Lead 'No Mask' Act At Bonalu Festival

Millions In US, Canada Hit By New Rounds Of Scorching Hot Temperatures

 Millions In US, Canada Hit By New Rounds Of Scorching Hot Temperatures

High Court Backs Uniform Civil Code, Urges Centre To Take Necessary Steps

 High Court Backs Uniform Civil Code, Urges Centre To Take Necessary Steps

To Stop 3rd Wave, India Needs 8.7 Million Jabs A Day

 To Stop 3rd Wave, India Needs 8.7 Million Jabs A Day

2 Drones Seen Near Military Station In Jammu, Were Fired At, "Flew Away"

 2 Drones Seen Near Military Station In Jammu, Were Fired At, "Flew Away"

Indian air force base in Kashmir hit by explosions

 Indian air force base in Kashmir hit by explosions

RAJASTHAN Fully vaccinated and COVID recovered, yet Rajasthan woman tests positive for Delta plus variant

 RAJASTHAN Fully vaccinated and COVID recovered, yet Rajasthan woman tests positive for Delta plus variant

Delta Plus: Maharashtra announces 'level 3' restrictions, shops and public spaces to shut by 4 pm

 Delta Plus: Maharashtra announces 'level 3' restrictions, shops and public spaces to shut by 4 pm

AstraZeneca, Pfizer Vaccines Effective Against Delta Covid Variants: Study

 AstraZeneca, Pfizer Vaccines Effective Against Delta Covid Variants: Study

India Vaccinates Record 80 Lakh People On Day 1 Of New Vaccine Regime

 India Vaccinates Record 80 Lakh People On Day 1 Of New Vaccine Regime

Can't Pay Rs 4 Lakh Compensation to Covid Victims, Will Exhaust Funds, Centre Tells SC

 Can't Pay Rs 4 Lakh Compensation to Covid Victims, Will Exhaust Funds, Centre Tells SC

Telangana Ends Covid Lockdown, Says Schools, Colleges To Reopen From July

 Telangana Ends Covid Lockdown, Says Schools, Colleges To Reopen From July

Milkha Singh, "The Flying Sikh", Dies At 91 Due To Post-Covid Complications

 Milkha Singh, "The Flying Sikh", Dies At 91 Due To Post-Covid Complications

Centre is trying to ‘bulldoze’ Twitter, Bengal government, says Mamata Banerjee

 Centre is trying to ‘bulldoze’ Twitter, Bengal government, says Mamata Banerjee

Govt strikes: Twitter loses intermediary status

 Govt strikes: Twitter loses intermediary status

India confirms first death following Covid-19 vaccination

 India confirms first death following Covid-19 vaccination

Amid border conflict with India, China brings new law banning criticism of its military personnel

 Amid border conflict with India, China brings new law banning criticism of its military personnel

Data Points At Possible Undercounting Of Covid Deaths In Madhya Pradesh

 Data Points At Possible Undercounting Of Covid Deaths In Madhya Pradesh

Coronavirus | More anti-bodies produced by Covishield than Covaxin, says study

 Coronavirus | More anti-bodies produced by Covishield than Covaxin, says study

Among Indian cities, Bengaluru administered most first doses of COVID-19 vaccine

 Among Indian cities, Bengaluru administered most first doses of COVID-19 vaccine

Supreme Court Slams Centre's Vaccination Policy For 18-44 Year-Olds

 Supreme Court Slams Centre's Vaccination Policy For 18-44 Year-Olds

India's New Vaccine Plan To Study Mixing Doses, Covishield Single-Shot

 India's New Vaccine Plan To Study Mixing Doses, Covishield Single-Shot

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINE.

"Jet sent to fly Choksi to India: Antigua PM" is the lead story in the Hindustan times. The paper adds that the Antiguan PM told local media that India has sent a Private Jet to Dominica to repatriate the fugitive diamantaire.

"Number of new cases across India dips further to 1.5 Lakh" is the Lead in the Hindu.

"India fought 1st wave corageously will be victorious now too: MODI" is a front page item in the Times of India. The paper adds that BJP observes 7 years of Govt. with Covid relief.

And finally, "Mary Kom signs off with Silver Medal at Asian Boxing Championships" is widely reported by all dailies. The papers add that the Six time World Champion went down after an intense final with an opponent 11 years her junior.

Pension, Rs 10L for Orphans: On Eve of Modi Govt's 7th Anniv, Plan for Covid-hit Indians

 Pension, Rs 10L for Orphans: On Eve of Modi Govt's 7th Anniv, Plan for Covid-hit Indians

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINE:

Many papers have carried on their front pages the Central Government assertion that India will be fully vaccinated by year end.

India joins global push for Covid origin probe, reports Hindustan Times.  The question of origin of the pandemic - in a Wuahn lab or natural jump from animals to humans - has divided scientists and governments, writes the paper.

"Identify Covid orphans, provide relief: SC to states" is The Tribune headline.

Delhi to start unlock from Monday says CM Kejriwal, reports The Asian Age.

Most states OK class 12 board exams after shots, writes The Pioneer.  The Supreme Court has said that the board exam decision may come by June 1, reports The Hindu. 

"7 social media giants comply with new IT rules, Twitter dithers", headlines The Tribune. 

And finally, calling it a "baby boom" The Asian Age reports that 125 tiger cubs have been found in Madhya Pradesh reserve forests.

Bengaluru gangrape case: Two accused shot at by cops after they try to flee during crime scene reconstruction

Bengaluru gangrape case: Two accused shot at by cops after they try to flee during crime scene reconstruction

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINE:

The Twitter toolkit row escalating is one of the stories that dominates headlines this morning."Twitter alleges threat to free speech; it's defying Indian laws, counters government" leads The Times of India.

"Government mulls mix & match Covid jabs on trial basis" reports The Pioneer.

"To spur imports, India waives local trials for foreign vaccines" states The Tribune.

"India pushes to get Choksi repatriated from the Caribbean" informs Hindustan Times.

"R&AW, IB heads get one-year extension", reports The Statesman.

The Asian Age quoting Rahul Gandhi telling PM writes, "Save Lakshadweep, its future under threat".

The Hindu quotes a  top US official Kurt Campbell as saying, "US-China engagement era has come to an end".

And finally, "RBI wants Centre to accelerate spending. Says Economic cost of second wave may be limited to Quarter 1" reports Business Standard.

Cyclone Yaas Weakens, 3 Lakh Houses Damaged In Bengal: 10 Points

 Cyclone Yaas Weakens, 3 Lakh Houses Damaged In Bengal: 10 Points

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINE:

"Over 13 lakh evacuated as Yaas races towards Odisha coastline" headlines The Hindu.  Massive Yaas evacuation to worsen Covid situation, writes The Pioneer.

"Daily cases below 2 lakh first time in 40 days; relief for Delhi too, is the headline in The Asian Age.  Deaths under 4,000, writes The Tribune.  The Times of India quotes the National Health Authority Chief Executive as saying that the Vax demand-supply gap is now reduced from 11:1 to 6.5:1. 

GST panel bats for rate cut on oxygen concentrator, rejects demand for tax wavier on vaccine and ventilator, reports Business Standard.

And finally, The Indian Express headline reads, "Class 12: Centre leans towards exam at schools".  "Most states tick CBSE multiple choice option" headlines Hindustan Times.  Foreign varsities ask students to share results by August or reapply, reports the paper.

FB, Google working on complying with social media rules as deadline looms

 FB, Google working on complying with social media rules as deadline looms

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES.

"Centre allows walk-in vaccines for all adults, headlines Hindustan Times.  Limited on-site registration allowed for 18-44 at government centres, writes The Times of India.

The paper quotes AIIMS Director as saying that there is no evidence that Coronavirus will target children in the 3rd wave.

States in a fix as foreign jab makers say no to supply, look for indemnity, writes The Pioneer. 

The India Meteorological Department has warned that the very severe cyclonic storm Yass will pass through Balasore tomorrow, reports The Asian Age.  Odisha, Bengal grapple with evacuation ahead of cyclone, writes The Hindu.

CBSE XII staggered exams in July-August, reports The Pioneer prominently on its front page.

And finally, in some good news, Shopian levereged religious influencers and used voter data to achieve 100% vaccination of 45 in its jurisdiction, reports The Times of India.

Delhi Cops Visit Twitter Offices Amid "Congress Toolkit" Row, Find No One

 Delhi Cops Visit Twitter Offices Amid "Congress Toolkit" Row, Find No One

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINE:

PM reviews steps ahead of cyclone is the lead in the Hindustan Times. The paper adds PM Modi asked officials to co-ordinate with states for quick evacuation of people from high risk areas.

Yaas to make landfall between sagar Island and Paradip is the headline in the Statesman.

Centre, majority of states opt to hold class 12 board exams is the lead in the Hindu. The paper adds that states given three days for feedback, fewer subjects, and shorter papers likely.

On the run for nearly 3 weeks, olympian Sushil Kumar held for wrestlers murder is the lead in The Indian Express.

And finally, "For Covid deep breathing exercise tops home care tips for managing infection", opines The Times of India.

India world's third country to cross three lakh COVID-19 deaths

 India world's third country to cross three lakh COVID-19 deaths

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES.

Yaas approaches, navy coastguard on standby is the Headline in the Hindustan Times reporting on the cyclone which will cross the Odisha and West Bengal coasts on May 26th.

Cases fall in Maha, Delhi but rise in TN, Karnataka and Kerala says the Asian Age on its front page.

Over 8 lakh migrant workers left Delhi on Stare run buses is the Headline in the Hindu.

Covishield 80 percent effective against B1.617.2 variant is the front page story in the Statesman.

And finally, Over 10 percent positivity rate in 382 districts is the Headline in The Sunday Tribune. The paper adds in another item that IMF proposes 50 billion dollar global vaccination plan.

Cyclone Yaas May Intensify Into "Very Severe Cyclonic Storm", Cross Odisha, Bengal: Report

 Cyclone Yaas May Intensify Into "Very Severe Cyclonic Storm", Cross Odisha, Bengal: Report

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINE:

The top headline in The Asian Age reads, "PM's new 'doorstep' Strategy:  'Jahan bimar, wahan upchar'.

Black fungus new challenge, says PM in talks with Doctors, reports Hindustan Times.

Vax doses cross 19 crore; Maharashtra, UP, Rajasthan top the list" headlines The Times of India. 

Positivity rate slips below key 5 per cent mark, reports Hindustan Times.

Desi Covid antibody test kit just at Rs. 75.  DRDO product to hit market in June, headlines The Pioneer.

The Economic Times quotes IMF as saying that India needs to order 1 billiion jabs to cover 60 per cent of population.

Jaishankar in US next week on vaccine mission for India and neighbours, reports The Indian Express.

SC upholds government directive on personal guarantees. Ruling paves way for lenders to file bankruptcy petitions against promoters, writes Business Standard. 

High Courts Must Avoid Passing Impossible Covid Orders: Supreme Court

 High Courts Must Avoid Passing Impossible Covid Orders: Supreme Court

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES.

"India to scale up daily testing to 45 lakh per day by June end " reports Financial Express.

"India faces black fungus epidemic as cases climb" leads Hindustan Times. The paper quotes Prime Minister Modi as saying "Virus a shape-shifter. Don't lower guard".

"Work out strategy to save rural India from Covid, Prime Minister tells District Magistrates" informs The Pioneer.

"Aerosols can travel up to 10 m: ventilation is the key, says the government" writes The Hindu.

"Congress leader Sonia Gandhi writes to Prime Minister, seeks free education for orphaned kids" informs The Statesman.

"Sports Authority of India to provide health, accident insurance to athletes, staff" reports The Hindu.

And finally,  Individuals can file tax returns till September 30. Well, The Times of India reports that CBDT has also extended the Income-tax filing deadline for companies by a month to November 30.

22 Dead, 51 Missing After Barge Sinks Off Mumbai, Navy Rescue Ops On

 22 Dead, 51 Missing After Barge Sinks Off Mumbai, Navy Rescue Ops On

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES.

On Cyclone Tauktae Business Standard reports "Over 300 rescued from barges that went adrift" .

"A glimmer: positivity declines, new cases down in 200 districts" is the headline in The Indian Express.

Business Standard quotes the Prime Minister as assuring field officials from states and districts that continuous efforts were on to increase the supply of coronavirus vaccine.

Data show that India's virus hot spots are on the road to recovery, writes Hindustan Times.  The paper also mentions on its front page that India recorded 4,522 deaths yesterday - the most in one day for any country.

Recoveries go up 4% in 2 weeks, writes The Tribune.

And finally, Covaxin trials for kids to start in 10-12 days says government, reports Hindustan Times.

90 missing at sea in the wake of Cyclone Tauktae - BBC News

 90 missing at sea in the wake of Cyclone Tauktae - BBC News

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-

Hindustan Times show a photograph of Mumbai's Gateway of India being lashed by waves, with the headline, "'Extremely severe' Tauktae lashes India's western coast".  Mumbai bears the brunt: Airport closed, power outages across city, writes the paper.

Cyclone makes Gujarat landfall after it batters Maharashtra, 6 die, reports The Asian Age. 

The Times of India headline reads, "Saurashtra bears brunt as Tauktae hits Gujarat, 'great danger' signs up.

Delhi's positivity rate eases to 8.4 per cent, 4,524 fresh cases, writes the Hindustan Times.

Daily cases below 3 lakh after 26 days, reports The Tribune.  "Caseload 4-week low, India turns the corner" headlines The Pioneer.

India drops plasma therapy from Covid treatment protocol, reports The Indian Express.

Adverse effects after Covishield jab miniscule in India, says a government panel, writes The Statesman.

DRDO's anti-Covid drug to hit the market in June, writes The Hindu BusinessLine.  The Pioneer headline states, "Desi game-changing drug launched".

Central Vista: India’s Modi blasted for $2.8bn project amid COVID

 Central Vista: India’s Modi blasted for $2.8bn project amid COVID

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES.

"Western coast on edge as cyclone intensifies" headlines the Hindustan Times on it's front page. It further adds High tidal waves and winds gusting upto 165kmph as severe cyclonic storm Tauktaue hurls towards Gujarat Coast.

"Weekly covid cases fall for first time in 2nd Wave. Lockdown extended for a week in Delhi -NCR" says The Times of India.

Bodies of Covid-19 Victims Among Those Dumped in River Ganga: Govt Document

 Bodies of Covid-19 Victims Among Those Dumped in River Ganga: Govt Document

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINE:

"GST Council to meet on May 28, pharma in focus", is the Hindustan Times headline. This is the first time in seven months that the council shall be meeting to discuss key issues such as compensation to states and tax waivers on various medicines etc.

"Three more firms get the nod to produce Covaxin", headlines the Hindu Business Line.

"Modi orders audit as many ventilators lying unutilised", says the Sunday Pioneer on front page. PM stresses on curbing spread in rural areas.

"The Asian Age reports, Ulfa-I declaring unilateral Covid-19 ceasefire for 90 days. This happened after Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's recent appeal to Paresh Baruah.

"Vax Gap increase based on Science, Not supply" says the Govt is a headline of Economic Times. Another story in the paper says that now more and more people are willing to make a will considering the rising mortality rates.

And finally, the Asian Age, reports of interesting story of a 68 years old Rajinder Pattidar of Rao Rangwasa village in Madhya Pradesh. He has made a 'Peepal' tree as is second home to ensure that his blood oxygen level is maintained. He spends atleast 4 hours under it everyday and his SpO2 is at 99.

India's Daily Covid-19 Cases Jumped by Over 300% Since Last Year, ICU Beds by a Meagre 19%

 India's Daily Covid-19 Cases Jumped by Over 300% Since Last Year, ICU Beds by a Meagre 19%

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES.

The Asian Age headline quotes the Prime Minister as saying, "Virus spreads to rural India, Centre on war footing".  The Indian Express quotes him as saying, "India will fight and win".

"Sputnik V arrives in market, each imported dose for Rs. 995", headlines The Tribune.

Covishield and Covaxin are less effective agains B.1.617 strain, reports The Hindu.

"Delhi sees less than 10,000 cases for first time in over a month" headlines The Times of India.

An interview in The Statesman with a virologist, carried in The Statesman, reveals that a third wave is a distinct possibility, if the majority in not vaccinated in India.

And, The Hindustan Times carries a photograph of the night sky in Israel and the Gaza Strip, lit up with rockets, under the caption, "Fire and fury in the Middle East".

Russian COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik V to cost Rs 995.40 per dose, reveals Dr Reddy's Laboratories

 Russian COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik V to cost Rs 995.40 per dose, reveals Dr Reddy's Laboratories

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES

"Government vows vax push, says will get 217 crore shots from August to December", headlines The Times of India.  This will cover 95 crore adults, writes The Tribune.  Quoting the Centre, Hindustan Times reports that Sputnik jabs will start next week.  Jabs for all to be available in 5 months reports The Statesman.

"Delhi's silver lining: Oxygen need drops, can divert to others", reports The Indian Express.

All-out bid to set up oxygen plants, 1,594 in pipeline, reveals The Pioneer.

Positivity rate in Delhi drops to 14.3%; more beds free writes The Times of India.

Take 2nd Covishield jab after 12-16 weeks: Government - Hindustan Times

"Centre increases gap between two doses of Covishield to 12-16 weeks" headlines The Asian Age.

Highlighting alarming congestion in prisons, the Supreme Court asks why convicts cannot be placed under house arrest, reports The Hindu.

15 More Covid Patients Die at Top Goa Hospital During 'Dark Hours of 2-6am', HC Told

 15 More Covid Patients Die at Top Goa Hospital During 'Dark Hours of 2-6am', HC Told

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES.

PM Modi reviews oxygen, medicine availability, writes Financial Express.

Covaxin gets nod to begin trials for ages as young as 2, reports Hindustan Times.

Opposition urges PM to start free, universal vaccination, writes The Hindu.

The Tribune writes government approves 322 crore rupees from PM CARES for DRDO's Óxycare'.

And Finally, in some heartening news, 103-year-old Gandhian and freedom figheter, H S Doreswamy beat Covid and is now back home, reports The Statesman.

Bodies Found Buried In Sand By Ganga River In Uttar Pradesh's Unnao

 Bodies Found Buried In Sand By Ganga River In Uttar Pradesh's Unnao

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES-

A frontpage headline in The Times of India giving some relief reports" At 12.5 thousand, lowest one day cases in Delhi in a month; positivity rate dips to 17.8 percent." Hindustan Times writes "Covid wave ebbing in 9 regions,shows data."

As the Centre tells states to reserve 70 percent of supplies for second Dose,The Tribune reports" After UP invites global vax bids, Maharashtra, Delhi eye imports too."

"US eyes joint production of Johnson and Johnson vaccine in India, in touch with SII" informs The Indian Express.

The Hindu on its front page has a picture of a bus fitted with oxygen generators set to be launched by Karnataka government called 'Oxygen on Wheels' to aid Covid 19 patients.

The Pioneer mentions about the WHO's thumbs down to Ivermectin, Remdesivir and Plasma therapy under the headline" ' Miracle drugs' no silver bullet."

The Economic Times cites "Aarogya Setu to help build database of plasma donors" as the information on willing donors will be passed on to local authorities to combat the raging second wave.

The Times of India headline writes about an expert panel recommending "Covaxin phase two and three trials soon on two to eighteen year olds." 

Telangana lockdown: Medical & bank services available, liquor shops open for 4 hours

 Telangana lockdown: Medical & bank services available, liquor shops open for 4 hours

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES.

Apart from the latest on the covid scenario in the country, papers have widely noticed swearing in of Assam Cabinet, political upheaval in neighbouring Nepal and in some international news all dailies have prominently noticed latest strikes on Gaza by Israel.

Hindustan Times writes, "Capital's positivity rate dips below crucial 20 percent level." The Tribune writes, "48 bodies found near Ganga ghats in Buxar."

On the vaccination drive, The Pioneer headlines, "Clamour for Covid jabs in urban India," adding, "Various states complain about vaccine shortage." 

The Asian Age headlines, "Himanta vows 24/7 government, urges Ulfa chief to end stir, join talks."

On the political turmoil in Nepal, The Tribune writes, "Nepal PM Oli loses trust vote."

Hindustan Times writes, "Israel's army launches air strikes on Gaza."

And finally, The Pioneer writes, "Postmen give new lease of life to serious patients" as in the time of crisis, Dakiya Dava Laya is the new role taken up by the postmen of Muradabad.

11 Covid-19 Patients Dead in Tirupati Hospital as 'Oxygen Tanker Arrived Late'

 11 Covid-19 Patients Dead in Tirupati Hospital as 'Oxygen Tanker Arrived Late'

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES-

Delhi lockdown extended till May 17.  Metro services suspended.  CM says positivity rate has dipped following curbs, writes The Hindu. Hindustan Times quotes CM Kejriwal as saying, "We can't let our guard down".

Armed forces battle Covid as 200 test ve a day reports The Pioneer.

Haryana lockdown extended by a week, reports The Tribune on its front page.

Curfew Extended In Uttar Pradesh By Another Week Amid Covid Surge

 Curfew Extended In Uttar Pradesh By Another Week Amid Covid Surge

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS.

SC Task Force to audit O2 usage nationwide is the headline in The Hindustan Times.

Anti Covid-19 drug developed by DRDO gets emergency use nod headlines the Hindu. 

Early signs of 2nd wave peaking as growth slows highlights the Times of India on it's front page.

Financial Express on it's front page has the Headline Govt-run banks told to keep a high vigil on overseas funds.

Economic Times says PM Modi calls up CMs of Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Himachal Pradesh to discuss Corona.

Tribune says no public transport in Himachal Pradesh from May 10.

Covid positive report no longer must for hospital admission reports The Pioneer.

And finally, Keep children away from Mobiles...because nearsightedness is rising among children opines the The Times of India.

SC forms National Task Force to streamline Union govt’s oxygen allocation

 SC forms National Task Force to streamline Union govt’s oxygen allocation

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS.

Over 15% positivity in 24 states, cases trending steeply up in 30 districts is the headline in The Indian Express.

Second wave spreading much faster in rural India than first, headlines Hindustan Times.  Corona invades rural India with vengence, highlights The Pioneer.

Business Standard and Hindu BusinessLine quote the Finance Ministry as saying that the second wave is a downside risk in Quarter 1.

The Asian Age highlights Chief Scientific Advisor as saying that the 3rd wave can be handled if stringent, right steps are taken.

Not just vaccines, India seeks patent waiver for Covid medicines too, reports The Times of India.

And finally, WhatsApp won't account over privacy policy, reports The Times of India.

Supreme Court Declines To Hear Plea To Stop Part Of Central Vista Work

 Supreme Court Declines To Hear Plea To Stop Part Of Central Vista Work

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS.

The latest on Covid from the country, monsoons set to arrive on time and Ajit Singh's demise are some of the prominent stories covered by dailies today.

The Tribune headlines, "Second wave expected to peak in maximum 15 days."

The Business Standard writes, " Prepare for 3rd wave, create oxygen buffer, says Supreme Court to government."

The Pioneer informs, "Oxygen just a click away for home isolated in Delhi."

The Economic Times reports, "Government expects Covid cases to dip in worst-hit states soon."

The Asian Age writes, "PM reviews Covid situation, record four thousand deaths in a day. adding, "Railways suspends trains like Rajdhani and Duronto due to poor occupancy."

On the latest on the vaccination drive, The Tribune reports, "One third of 45-plus citizens given first shot."

Hindustan Times observes, 'What is the plan on vaccines for children, Supreme Courts asks Centre."

All dailies have covered Ajit Singh's demise. The Pioneer writes, "Era of Jat politics ends with Ajit Singh." while The Asian Age headlines, " Ex- Union manrti and RLD chief Ajit Singh dies at 82."

And finally, "Monsoon set to keep June 1st onset date with Kerala," writes Hindustan Times.

Third Wave of Coronavirus Inevitable, We Need to be Prepared: Govt

 Third Wave of Coronavirus Inevitable, We Need to be Prepared: Govt

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS

"Covid bouncer sends IPL packing, for now" says Business Standard.The paper adds "with the indefinite suspension,its brand value is at risk of falling further."

Hindustan Times writes about ICMR issuing a fresh advisory to "Use Rapid antigen tests to boost Covid 19 testing."

Boosting their trade ties, India and the UK announced a one-billion-pound pact. The Pioneer headline writes "Modi, Jhonson unveil 10-year roadmap to elevate India-UK ties."

Delhi HC Asks Centre Why it Should Not Face Contempt for Failing to Supply Oxygen to Delhi as Ordered

Delhi HC Asks Centre Why it Should Not Face Contempt for Failing to Supply Oxygen to Delhi as Ordered

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS.

Dailies have covered different aspects related to the latest Covid scenario today.

The Tribune quotes Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman in its headline, "No space for vax nationalism" adding that the minister urged nations to share technologies on Covid vaccines amid the pandemic.

Hindustan Times reports, "Boris announces trade with India worth one billion dollars," including an investment of 240 million pounds by the Serum Institute of India for its vaccine business in Britain ahead of a virtual summit with PM Modi.

The Hindu Business Line informs, "Pfizer in vaccine talks with government." while The Financial Express writes, "Pfizer seeks speedy nod for vaccine supply."

The Hindu informs, "No GST on imports of vaccine, medical oxygen."

The Economic Times in its two leading headlines writes, "Order for 160 million vaccine doses placed last month says Centre" and on augmenting the Covid workforce, quotes the Prime Minister, "On Duty: Final year medical students and pre- PG doctors."

And finally, in some relief for parents, The Times of India quotes the Supreme Court in its headline. "Schools must reduce fees for online-only classes."

"Nandigram Official Said Recounting Order May Risk Life": Mamata Banerjee

 "Nandigram Official Said Recounting Order May Risk Life": Mamata Banerjee

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS.

The front pages of all dailies prominently cover election results from West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and Puducherry.

"Khela over: Mamata is Didi beyond Bengal" headlines The Times of India.  The Statesman calls it, "Didi's day".  The Asian Age quotes Mamata Banerjee as saying, "Covid to be our top priority".

In Tamil Nadu, DMK staves off ADMK challenge, comes to power after a decade, writes The Indian Express.  "Stalin, the new southern star", headlines Hindustan Times. 

"BJP set to form Assam government for a 2nd term, CAA fails to hurt party" is The Asian Age headline.

"Rangasamy to return as Puducherry CM", headlines The Hindu.

Left breaks 'second coming' jinx in Kerala writes The Pioneer.

"Left, TMC, BJP buck anti-incumbency; DMK bags T.N.", sums up The Hindu.

Adar Poonawalla is quoted in The Economic Times as saying that India may face Vax Crunch for 2-3 months.

And finally, the Supreme Court tells Centre to raise Delhi's oxygen quota; SOS calls persist, reports Hindustan Times. 

West Bengal Election Result 2021: Mamata Banerjee Powers TMC to a Stupendous Win for The Third Term

West Bengal Election Result 2021: Mamata Banerjee Powers TMC to a Stupendous Win for The Third Term

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

Different papers carry a variety of stories on their front pages today. Some of the prominent headlines are:

The Sunday Pioneer informs, "Sputnik V vaccines arrive in Hyderabad."

The Hindu writes, "Private hospitals begin Covid-19 vaccination for 18."

Regarding the lockdown in the capital, The Hindu informs, "Kejriwal extends lockdown till May 10."

Electoral outcomes in Bengal, Assam, TN, Kerala, Puducherry to be declared today, Hindustan Times headlines, "Counting in Covid cloud, all eyes on verdict 2021."

The Sunday Tribune writes, "CBSE releases marking policy for class 10."

The Economic Times headlines, "GST mop-up at a record 1.41 lakh crore in April."

Financial  Express on Sunday informs, "SBI cuts home loan interest rate to 6.7%."

And finally, on Gurupurab celebrations, The Times of India writes, "Oxygen Langars- Celebrations with healing touch at gurudwaras."

India's Covid vaccine shortage: The desperate wait gets longer

 India's Covid vaccine shortage: The desperate wait gets longer

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS.

Rolling out of the third phase of vaccine from today is covered widely by dailies today.

The Economic Times headlines, "SC wants Centre to ensure jabs for all at low prices."

The Pioneer headlines, "UP, Gujarat to keep May 1 jab date."

In order to study the virus, "Scientists urge PM to release Covid data," reports The Financial Express.

The Statesman writes, "Modi urges ministers to take pulse of local situations, get feedback."

The paper also carries a picture of the first consignment from the US landing in India with the caption, 'US gifts 423 oxygen cylinders with regulators and other medical supplies.'

Papers have also covered the sad demise of jurist Soli Sorabjee. The Hindustan Times says, 'Adieu Soli Sorabjee, jurist, legal luminary and jazz afficionado.'

And finally, the Economic Times reports India Inc steps up with Covid care centres for staff.

Second wave of COVID-19 five times previous peak in Rajasthan and UP, 3.3 times in Delhi: Health Ministry

Second wave of COVID-19 five times previous peak in Rajasthan and UP, 3.3 times in Delhi: Health Ministry

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES

Corona related stories continue to dominate front pages of most of the dailies.

"Bharat Biotech cuts Covaxin's price for states after SII move," writes Hindustan Times. "Now, Biotech cuts Covaxin rate by 200 rupees for states." The Tribune headlines, "Most in India support Covid jab certificate for international travel says study."

Times of India says Army opens its hospitals to civilians. The paper also reports that Uttarakhand suspends Char Dham yatra.

In order to contain rising covid cases in UP, The Pioneer headlines, "UP extends weekend curfew till Tuesday morning."

The paper also reports that Ayush-64 useful in treating mild to moderate Covid cases.

Economic Times says, "US directs 20 million doses of its AstraZeneca vaccine to India."

India’s Covid crisis: Delhi crematoriums forced to build makeshift pyres

 India’s Covid crisis: Delhi crematoriums forced to build makeshift pyres

Newspaper Headlines

Most the of the newspapers covered India receiving medical supplies from different countries to fight Covid 19 pandemic.

The Statesman says UK sends ventilators, oxygen concentrators. The papers says India received 1st batch of Medical supplies from UK.

The Financial Express states, "US in mission mode to help India", with the Biden administration removing all bureaucratic hurdles to help India in its fight against the deadly Covid 19 pandemic.

Ceos of 40 US  firms to assist India fight Corona, reports The Asian Age.

The Economic Times writes, "India Inc works on getting all employees inoculated." Cos are starting vaccination programmes, finalising tie-ups and sourcing jabs for inhouse drives as all adults become eligible.

With the day of counting of votes soon approaching in four states and a Union Territory, "Election Commission bans victory marches after election results", writes the Hindustan Times.

Union Environment Ministry reconstitutes Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and adjoining areas reports the Hindustan Times.

India nears 200,000 COVID deaths, daily cases fall, army steps in

 India nears 200,000 COVID deaths, daily cases fall, army steps in

 AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS.

The papers have widely covered the latest regarding ways to tackle the second surge in Covid cases.

On Vaccine prices, The Asian Age writes, "Centre asks Bharat Biotech, Serum India to lower prices."

Hindustan Times says, "Free vaccines in Delhi for all adults, says government."

Papers have also noticed Madras High Court's observation widely. "The Tribune in its headline quotes the the High Court, "EC 'singularly' to blame for second Covid surge." while The Asian Age writes, "EC should be charged with murder for allowing poll rallies says Madras High Court."

Other countries coming forward to help India is also widely noticed by the press. The Pioneer writes, "India's SOS gets global response," while Hindustan Times reports, "In call, Modi and Biden discuss Covid supplies."

And Finally, on the academy awards, "China born Zhao's Nomadland makes Oscar history, adding Irrfan Khan, costume designer Bhanu Athaiya honoured by Academy.

World reacts to India’s catastrophic COVID surge

 World reacts to India’s catastrophic COVID surge

Newspaper Headlines

"As surge hits a new peak, Centre approves Oxygen plants at public health facilities. Hindustan Times reports "551 districts to get PSA medical oxygen plants under PM-Cares." While The Statesman observes "Government bars use of liquid oxygen for non-medical purposes".

The dailies have observed about the aids coming from different countries in response to SOS by India. The Times of India writes "From vaccine inputs to PPE, US pledges Covid help."

A front page headline in The Economic Times reports, "From May 1, pick a Covid Vaccine of your choice. The paper adds "Private vaccination centres will have to declare jab on offer, stock and price on the CoWin platform."

"No walk-in for Covid jabs, CoWin registration must" writes The Pioneer.

To prevent obstruction in fight against the pandemic the  government asks social media platforms to remove critical contents and fake news. The Asian Age hedline says "Twitter, Facebook remove hundred posts after government orders."

All the dailies have mentioned the demise of Padma Bhushan awardee Classical singer Pandit Rajan Mishra. The Times of India notes "Benaras Gharana exponent Rajan Mishra dies of Covid."

The Economic Times carries a positive story which speaks about how companies are helping employees with medication, hospitalisation, vaccination, psychiatric care and even last rites services.

Will Send Raw Material "Urgently Required" For Covishield, Says US

 Will Send Raw Material "Urgently Required" For Covishield, Says US

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS.

Financial Express Sunday writes, "High priority to import of drugs, oxygen equipment."

The Times of India headlines, "Govt waives duty on oxygen, vax imports for 3 months."

The Sunday Pioneer carries some bright news, "Oxygen Express whizzes along with elixir of life."

Papers have also noticed raids on Deshmukh in corruption case. Hindustan Times writes, 'CBI raids premises linked to Deshmukh in graft probe."

Financial Express Sunday writes, "Deadline to pay under Vivad se Vishwas now June 30."

And Finally, "Justice Ramana administered oath as 48th CJI."

2 Delhi Hospitals Send SOS For Oxygen Just Before Midnight

 2 Delhi Hospitals Send SOS For Oxygen Just Before Midnight

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS.

Almost all the dailies headline the Covid crisis sweeping the nation with Hindustan Times captioning- "Second wave still far from peaking".

Amid Oxygen crisis crippling the healthcare system - "PM Modi holds meet with Chief Ministers" writes The Asian Age in the frontpage story.

Chief justice of India, Justice Bobde demits office as new incumbent Justice NV Ramana takes over, reports The Tribune.

Centre allots 5 kg of food grains free to poor for the next two months under the national food security act writes The Hindu in the front page story.

Prime Minister urges states not to stop any oxygen tanker in transit under any circumstances with Railways and Indian Air force on the job, reports The Indian Express.

Share Markets plunge, rupee tumbles amid selling pressure and steady stream of grim news surrounding Covid is the front page boxed item story in Financial Express.

And finally, formal job creation in India maintained its pace in February with EPFO, ESI and NPS reporting healthy subscriber addition in the month reports The Economic Times.

"Americans First": US Defends Export Ban On Covid Vaccine Raw Materials To India

 "Americans First": US Defends Export Ban On Covid Vaccine Raw Materials To India

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-

All the dailies have reported about the Supreme Court asking the centre to present a national plan for oxyygen,medicines,vaccines and lockdowns, taking suo motu cognisance of Covid crisis. Quoting the apex court.

The Hindu says "We expect national  plan from centre on oxygen, drugs."

"All 18 plus can register from 28th April for vaccine jabs" reports The Asian Age.

With stricter provisions invoked a front page headline in The Economic Times writes "No curbs on movement of Oxygen vehicles." Quoting the centre it says "District adminitrations will be held responsible in case of any violation."

The Indian Express quoting the Finance Minister writes "Second wave will not affect big reform push."

"US drug major Pfizer says it will offer vaccine at 'not-for-profit' price" for India's immunisation programme, writes The Times of India.

The dailies have also mentioned the launch of India-US Climate Agenda 2030 announced by the Prime Minister.

Nasa had logged another extraterrestrial first on its latest mission to Mars, converting Carbon di-oxide from martian atmosphere into pure breathable Oxygen reports Hindustan Times.

Like Sachin, love the job

 Like Sachin, love the job

By G S Vasu
At one of the meetings I had with a group of associates, I asked if they loved watching a movie in a theatre. The response was a ‘yes’. Turning to the smokers, I asked if they loved every puff they took. ‘Yes’, they replied. The same was the response from those who loved every sip of whisky or beer. The young replied in the affirmative when asked if they loved dating their girlfriend (it is a different matter that they may hate her after marriage and find the girl next door more impressive).
On all these, they spend money — for cinema tickets, cigarettes, liquor and a cup of coffee or a favourite dish for the girlfriend. Then, I asked why they don’t love the work they do, though they get paid for it. The small gathering just remained silent.
Many greats paid glowing tributes to Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar on his completing 20 years of international cricket, but the one fundamental reason that has kept him going for two decades is the simple fact that he loves doing what he does, an aspect the legend himself has emphasised more than once. Being just one among his millions of fans, I am not qualified to write about his exploits on the field, but I began wondering how a case-study of his success, rather his traits, applied to almost every organisation or company — those that do exceedingly well and emerge leaders, those that keep trying to do better but never manage to reach the goal and those that just fall apart.
How many of us actually love what we do at the work place? Many don’t, whether they admit it or not. It could be true of a carpenter, a journalist, a manager or a marketing person. But the fact is most of us spend 70 per cent of our active life at work and if we don’t enjoy that time, life itself becomes meaningless. Making employees love what they are supposed to do is the key to the success of any organisation. Otherwise, it is like a husband and wife living together (for a variety of reasons) but not exactly loving each other. Just as my boss makes it a point to emphasise that in respect of journalists, there is no alternative to good writing. But it is possible only when one does it with passion.
‘You’re only as good as you are today’. It is true of everyone, Tendulkar included. How many times have we heard or read people saying it was time he quit, until the maestro kept proving himself again and again, just as he did in Hyderabad recently when he played one of the finest one-day innings the game has seen? Sachin is under scrutiny all the time but lesser mortals like us can often get away with non-performance. I had a colleague who always told me how he had exposed some scandal two decades ago. But, in the last decade of his service, I never saw him write and he could get away with it. Even today, the one remark that I keep hearing from employees in various organisations is: “We have worked very hard in the initial years of our service. But, we are no longer interested.”
The reasons could vary: one hasn’t got a promotion for years, another hasn’t received a decent increment and yet another has no faith in the future of the organisation he works for. Creating effective mechanisms — money and recognition — is the key to motivating people, the two factors that had a role to play even in Tendulkar’s success, just as they had a negative impact in the case of other equally talented sportspersons who did not have the same kind of money or recognition in a cricket-crazy nation.
One manager was confronted with a similar situation in a department — a bunch of disheartened staffers, more than required, and all of them doing things in the most routine fashion. Some of them were capable, a few others incorrigible or ‘resisters to change’ as I would like to put it. The latter group was slowly weeded out and a part of the money saved used to reward those who remained. They are much better off today than a few months ago; five of them doing what eight did earlier. After all, as Jack Welch said in his Winning, plaques and public fanfare have their place. But without money rewards lose a lot of their sheen. Equally important is a non-bureaucratic and meaningful evaluation system so that the right people are rewarded. I am reminded of the CEO of a company who spent all his time in the office in engaging low-level employees to spy on the seniors. Over the years, it wrecked the careers of many and in the process the organisation itself. Just as Indian selectors often kill promising sportspersons because the consideration is not based on talent but something else.
For one last time, I shall return to Sachin and this time it is about the lack of ego despite all the success he has achieved, and his commitment and integrity. Good and great people never think they have reached the top of their game and they never allow their integrity to be questioned. Today, he is praised as much for his commitment and integrity as for his batting. But, how many companies have heads with a similar attitude? On the contrary, many of them are saddled with leaders, smart and capable, but who believe they are so indispensable that they should not be bound by anything, including the company’s values, which are written in boldface and kept on the table to draw everyone’s attention except their own.
They can never be in a team, just as a friend narrated the episode in a company where one head kept fingering another till the latter left, totally frustrated and dejected. There is this story of another senior manager who used all his creativity to violate a rule and claim refund of a certain expenditure that is not allowed. The accountant knew passing the bill was a mistake and yet could not muster the guts to say ‘no’ because the claim was made by the boss. More often not, ethics apply more to the heads than those under them because it is the former who has to set an example and also has a greater opportunity to steal, lie or cheat.
Sachin might have walked on to the cricket field hundreds of times so far and yet each time all of us cheer every minute that he spends at the crease and feel terrible when he walks back. The reverse is perhaps true of most heads — employees hate the moment the boss enters office and feel relieved when he/she leaves. That’s why I would say the life of Sachin Tendulkar can be a good lesson for any corporation that is required to manage a large workforce as it would be, in any case, to every aspiring cricketer.
About the author:
G S Vasu is the resident editor of ‘The New Indian Express’, Andhra Pradesh and is based in Hyderabad

With 3.14 lakh new COVID-19 cases, India records world's highest daily surge

 With 3.14 lakh new COVID-19 cases, India records world's highest daily surge

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS.

Centre steps in to restore oxygen supplies to Delhi, is a The Hindu headline.

Covaxin efficacy 78 per cent works against variants, says The Times of India.

The Pioneer reports that only 0.03 per cent vaccinated get re-infected, for Covaxin, only 0.04 per cent afficted with coronavirus again after 2nd dose.

Zojila Pass re-opens; Big relief for Laddakh, Army, says The Asian Age.

Indian Space Research Organisation will support eight joint research projects mooted by the space technology cell of the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, is a story in The Tribune.

The Financial Express in its headlines says that agriculture exports are up 19 per cent in April-Feb of FY 21.

And finally is The Pioneer on its front page reports of Good Samaritans in these covid times, drivers offering to pick-up covid bodies, housewives providing home-cooked food to covid patients, are some of the heart rending examples.

Grim record: Over 3.16 lakh new Covid-19 cases in India, highest ever for any country

 Grim record: Over 3.16 lakh new Covid-19 cases in India, highest ever for any country

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES,

Almost all newspapers today lead with excerpts from the Prime Minister's address to the nation. Use lockdowns only as last  resort: PM to states." writes the Hindustan Times while the Pioneer headline reads, "Defer lockdown till possible".

"HC order for lockdown in 5 UP cities stayed by top court", writes The Hindu.

Giving a boost to the national effort to flight the corona pandemic "DRDO setting up huge Covid facilities in 4 cities", "Def Min asks services Chiefs to open their hospitals for civilians", writes The Pioneer.

With plans in pipeline to expand availability, "Vax Cos frame plans to boost production", is a front page headline in The Economic Times.

With the government relaxing the age and availability criteria, India Inc rushes to inoculate staff", is a headline in the Business Standard.

Finally, attending to the call of duty inspite of all odds, The Times of India has a picture of a daunting 29 year old Shilpa Sahu, with the caption, "Lathi in hand, pregnant DSP enforces lockdown in Dantewada".

Telangana Imposes Night Curfew from Today as Covid-19 Cases Surge

 Telangana Imposes Night Curfew from Today as Covid-19 Cases Surge

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS.

"Vaccine for all above eighteen from May 1" is the top front page headline in all the dailies today. The Tribune reports "With the government announcing a liberalised inoculation policy, States, Private hospitals to procure directly from makers."

A headline in The Hindu quoting the ICMR says "Second wave is not more lethal. Those above sixty are still most at risk."

The Economic Times observes "4.5 thousand crore rupees advance payment for Serum Institute, Bharat Biotech, as finance minister relaxes rules to allow release of payment without bank guarantee."

With rising Covid cases in the city "Summer vacation for all Delhi schools to begin today" reports The Indian Express.

And Finally, In a Wright Brothers' moment, achieving the first powered controlled flight by an aircraft over the surface of another planet, Hindustan Times writes "Nasa's ingenuity chopper performs first flight from Mars." While The Times of India mentions about its Desi-Link. Under the headline, "Historic Mars helicopter flight has key desi link", adding Bob Balaram is Chief engineer for the Mars helicopter project.

Vaccine For All Above 18 Starting May 1

 Vaccine For All Above 18 Starting May 1

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS.

All newspapers today lead with the surge in Covid-19 cases.

"New Symptoms strictly different, say experts, writes the Pioneer, Gastrointestinal issues, nausea, dry mouth were uncommon during first Covid phase informs the paper.

"Government restricts supply of oxygen to industry writes the Statesman.

Beyond call of duty: Cops rush oxygen, Meds to save lives, is a headline in the Times of India. This story details how Delhi police personnel, turned saviours for many residents during the weekend curfew.

In view of the pandemic "packaged, hygiene goods back in focus," writes the Business Standard.

Confident of the BJP's victory in the West Bengal Assembly polls,"quoting  Amit Shah, "Didi demoralised as BJP ahead in 122 seats" states the Asian Age.

"With investors infusing a whopping sum into India start-ups, "Start-up funding touches new high in 2021," writes the Financial Express.

And finally, with the stage all set for the Academy Awards 2021, "Oscars show reinvented as a movie with masks, longer speeches, states the Indian Express".

India sees 2.6 lakh COVID-19 cases as Maharashtra, Delhi register record spike; Manmohan Singh pens letter to PM

India sees 2.6 lakh COVID-19 cases as Maharashtra, Delhi register record spike; Manmohan Singh pens letter to PM

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS.

"Make rest of Kumbh only symbolic: PM" is a Hindustan Times headline. Two Mahamandleshwars have alreaday succumbed to the viral disease, even as the Shahi Snanas so far have seen participation by millions says the report.

Delhi under lockdwon, still registers record 24k caeses reports the Asian Age.

The Sunday Tribune reports that Himachal Pradesh is preparing action plan to tackle a drought like situation.

"Delhi gasping for oxygen" headlines The Pioneer quoting the Delhi Chief Minister also, pointing to a spike in cases in just 24 hours.

S. Mirabai Chanu setting a new world record at the Asian Weightlifting championship at Tashkent is a major story on the sports pages of most papers.

And Finally, The Financial Express reports of a rising new trend in advertising - that of using 'Character Actors' for brand endorsement. The A list actrors are distant while the consumers connect more with micro star.

Maharashtra Reports Over 67,100 Covid Cases In Biggest Ever One-Day Surge

 Maharashtra Reports Over 67,100 Covid Cases In Biggest Ever One-Day Surge

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINE:

As curfews spread across the country, a front page top headline in Hindustan Times writes "57 percent of India under curbs as deaths soar on Black friday."

On nationwide panic over shortage of medical oxygen, The Tribune quoting the government writes "Tankers with oxygen need no permit."

Hoping to escalate vaccination to beat the severe disease The Pioneer notes "Covaxin production to double by Jun, Seven fold by July -August." The Economic Times adds "Aims to scale up monthly capacity to a hundred million doses by Sept from ten million now."

The Hindu writes "UK nod for extradition of Nirav Modi in Punjab National Bank fraud Case."

"ICSE, ISC exams put off, Class X students can opt not to take board exams" reports The Indian Express.

The Statesman quotes the Chief Economic Advisor saying "Economy in better shape compared to previous Covid 19 wave."

And Finally, Amid concerns that RT-PCR may be failing to detect SARS-COV 2 variants, The Times of India clears it by quoting the centre saying "RT-PCR can detect variants found in India."

India coronavirus: Desperate Covid-19 patients turn to black market for drugs

 India coronavirus: Desperate Covid-19 patients turn to black market for drugs

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINE:

To break the chain of infection a weekend curfew in place, "Capital tightens curbs as cases spiral out of control" writes the Hindustan Times.

Speeding up the process of emergency use authorisation  "Foreign Vax: Government to decide within 3 days of application" states the Economic Times.

Dismissing speculation over the final four phases of the Assembly Elections, "No plan to club rest 4 phases in Bengal: EC" writes the Pioneer.

Addressing the top IAF commanders', quoting the Defence Minister, The Times of India writes, "Plan to counter future threats: Rajnath to IAF."

Commenting on a universal bank in the country, "8 entities line up for RBI's on-tap banking licences" is a front page headline in the Business Standard.

Taking note of the comment of Chief Justice of India, The Asian Age quoting S A Bobde writes, "Time has come for woman Chief Justice of India."

And finally, with the big screen making inroads in many homes, "210 million Indian homes now have a TV; women owners surge by 7 per cent" writes the Times of India.

Two To A Bed, Bodies Outside Ward At Delhi Hospital Amid Covid Crisis

 Two To A Bed, Bodies Outside Ward At Delhi Hospital Amid Covid Crisis

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-

The Union government ordering the cancellation of the CBSE class X and postponing the clase XII examinations amid a steep nationwide surge in COVID-19 cases is one of the stories that is covered prominently by most of the dailies this morning. "CBSE postpones exams for class XII, cancels for class X" writes The Hindu Business Line.

"Centre gives nod to double production of Remdesivir" reports The Times of India.

The Indian Express quoting Dr. Reddy's laboratories writes "Sputnik V will start arriving in this quarter".

The Statesman quotes Russia as saying "India a trusted partner, limited cooperation with Pakistan".

"Won't raise climate ambition under pressure, says Centre" informs Hindustan Times. The Tribune quoting Union Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar says "India not responsible for climate change".

Finally, beat Corona with 30-minute brisk walk daily! Well, The Pioneer reports that physical inactivity may land you in ICU or also prove fatal for you in case the virus clings to you, claims study.

‘Super-spreader’: Over 1,000 COVID positive at India’s Kumbh Mela

 ‘Super-spreader’: Over 1,000 COVID positive at India’s Kumbh Mela

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINE:

With the recent surge in covid cases most newspapers today take note of plans to add more jabs to the existing basket of vaccines," Govt. to fast-track nod for foreign vaccines in India" notes the Asian Age.

Record 13.5 K cases in a day, Kejriwal seeks to defer exams, writes the Pioneer.

Reporting on the development post the 24 hour campaign ban imposed by the Election Commission. " Didi holds dharna over EC ban, Shah keeps up attack" wirtes the Hindustan Times.

Moving a step closer to the national carrier's privatisation, "suitors asked to place bids for Air India" writes the Financial Express.

Attributing it to some recovery in consumption during the second half, "Indirect tax collection rises 12 per cent in FY21", states the Business Standard.

"Skymet forecasts a 'healthy normal' monsoon", states the Hindu.

"Sushil Chandra takes over as 24th CEC" is a front page story in The Statesman.

And Finally, the e-courts project is on its way to give a 24/7 digital window to litigants, "E-court may let cases be filed 24/7 from anywhere", headlines the Times of India.

India Clears Way For Foreign-Made Vaccines, Wants Applications Soon

 India Clears Way For Foreign-Made Vaccines, Wants Applications Soon

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES.

All the dailies have covered on its front page headline about India getting its  third vaccine as Subject Expert Committee clears Sputnik. The Hindu writes "Äs cases surge, panel approves Russia's Sputnik V vaccine."

The Times of India reports "Covaxin, Covishield both work against UK strain" according to a study by the ICMR researchers.

The Pioneer reports the ban of meal services on flights to minimise the risk of Covid 19 situation under the headline "No meals in less than two hours flight."

With biggest one day drop in two months "stocks slump nearly 3.5 percent on lockdown fear", notes The Economic Times.

Hindustan Times writes "NDA Government pushes more ordinances than UPA in ten years" according to a  data .

"Five new animal species discovered in Tibet" is a report in The Statesman, challenging the long held view that the Himalayan mountains are a desolate and lifeless region.

And Finally, Easily the biggest moment for the sport and  changing the face of Golf in Asia, the newspapers have all captured the news of Matsuyama becoming the first Japanese man to don the Masters Green Jacket. 

"Unconstitutional": Mamata Banerjee To Sit On Dharna Over Campaign Ban

 "Unconstitutional": Mamata Banerjee To Sit On Dharna Over Campaign Ban

NEWSPAPER  HEADLINES.

Reporting on the Covid front, "Capital's daily cases breach 10,000 mark", writes The Hindustan Times.

With the call to optimally utilize the nation's vaccination capacity, quoting the Prime Minister The Times of India, states "On tika utsav' PM asks all to follow 4 mantras."

With flyers deferring trips, the Business Standard headline reads, "Staying grounded: Flyers shelve travel itineraries, flight loads slide below 100."

With the pandemic having far reaching effects, Under the caption 'Hiring Meter', the Financial Express writes, "More temps in demand, fewer permanent jobs."

On the election front in West Bengal Didi, Shah lock horns over election violence, deaths." states The Pioneer.

With more movement on the case of suspended cop Sachin Waze, "NIA arrests Waze associate Kazi", writes The Tribune.

With India planning on expansion of Iran's strategically located Chabahar Port through the supply of two more cranes, "India plans expansion in Iran's Chabahar." states The Economic Times.

And finally, the Indian Express has a story of the determined Aswathy, a first year MBBS student, "For her dream, MBBS student fights her cerebral palsy and a system."

48 Hours Notice, Financial Aid: Maharashtra Working to Soften The Blow as Lockdown 2.0 Looms

 48 Hours Notice, Financial Aid: Maharashtra Working to Soften The Blow as Lockdown 2.0 Looms

AN OVERVIEW OF TODAY'S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES:-

India crossing a milestone of administering ten crore doses of vaccines is one of the stories that dominates headlines this morning. "Vaccinations cross 10 crore doses despite the recent dip" says The Hindu.

"Delhi bans political, sports gatherings" informs The Asian Age.

The Pioneer quoting the Election Commission writes "Stick to Covid behaviour or face campaign ban".

"5 killed in voting day violence in West Bengal" reports Hindustan Times. "Mamata, Modi spar over Bengal violence" notes The Statesman.

In a related story The Tribune informs "Additional forces rushed to Bengal".

The Economic Times reports that the US National Intelligence Council has warned that India and China may slip into a conflict that neither government intends.

"India, China agree to avoid new incidents" informs The Statesman.

"Setback for BJP in Tripura tribal council election" reports The Times of India.

Finally, "Basic savings account can now be opened in post office". Well, The Hindu Business Line reports that the account maintenance fee halved to 50 rupees for Post Office Savings Account.

"Forces Opened Fire To Save Lives": Election Commission On Bengal Deaths

 "Forces Opened Fire To Save Lives": Election Commission On Bengal Deaths

NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES

Newspapers carry different stories on their front pages today.

The Pioneer headlines, "US drill in EEZ, India protests."

With Bengal all set for fourth phase of polls today, Hindustan Times writes,"44 seats at stake in fourth phase of Bengal polls today,"

With alarming surge in Covid cases, The Times of India reports, "India's active cases cross one million, at all-time high now," With rising cases in Maharashtra, The Asian Age informs, "Total Maha lockdown looms as state runs out of vaccines," and The Hindu writes, "Delhi government plans several curbs as Covid cases cross 8.5k mark." Sub-headlines read "Proposal to ban all gatherings except marriages and funerals" and "Schools shut till further notice."

In a significant move the apex court on Friday said that people are free to choose their religion. Hindustan Times headlines, "SC terms petition seeking law against conversion 'harmful'.

And Finally, with Queen Elizabeth's husband, Prince Phillip's death, The Indian Express writes, "For Britain's Queen Elizabeth, 'the only man I could ever love.'

India records highest daily spike of over 1.31 lakh COVID-19 cases; 780 deaths

 India records highest daily spike of over 1.31 lakh COVID-19 cases; 780 deaths

Newspapers Headlines

An emergency meeting of the Prime Minister with all the Chief ministers covers the front page headline in all the dailies today. "Hard lockdown ruled out, PM says focus on testing", writes Hindustan Times. "Defending age criteria and to avoid vaccine wastage Prime Minister suggests holding a 'Teeka Mahotsav' to boost coverage" adds the paper.

The Pioneer reports "New Zealand halts travel from India for two weeks."

"Government to invite bids for solar production-linked incentive in two weeks", notes The Financial Express.

"India inc on the jab to vaccinate staff above 45", says The Economic Times" with companies setting up facilities after government allows inoculation at workplace."

The Indian Express reports "Johnson & Johnson set to begin India trial of its single-shot vaccine soon."

On the abducted Commando in the Naxal ambush last week, The Hindu headline says "Maoists release CRPF commando after 5-days."

For the first time those seeking admission to undergraduate courses in central universities will have to fill up online form and appear for a Common Entrance Test, likely by June end.

26 Mumbai Vaccine Centres Shut, Maharashtra Flags After Centre's Charge

 26 Mumbai Vaccine Centres Shut, Maharashtra Flags After Centre's Charge

Newspapers Headlines

In view of the recent surge in Covid 19 cases, "Shots at workplaces from April 11", "Public, Private offices with 100 'eligible' people can get covid jabs." states The Pioneer.

Calling it the "Suraksha Kavach', the Delhi High Court states,"Wearing mask mandatory even if driving alone.", writes The Hindu.

In letter to court, Waze names Sena minister over Rs 50 crore demand", is a front page story in The Indian Express.

"Maoists release picture of captured commando' "Self appointed interlocutor enters forest to negotiate release." is a lead story in The Asian Age.

"RBI takes the QE road", "Rs 1 - trillion bond purchase plan in first quarter cheers up market", writes The Business Standard. Covid surge adding to uncertainty RBI Keeps key rate unchanged, states The Indian Express.

Quoting the US climate envoy John Kerry, The Times of India writes, "US will facilitate access to green tech".

In a bid to destress the students ahead of the upcoming board examinations, "Don't fear exams: PM to students in 'Pariksha Pe Charcha', writes The Indian Express.

1.15 Lakh Daily Covid Cases In India, Biggest Rise So Far

 1.15 Lakh Daily Covid Cases In India, Biggest Rise So Far

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Delhi government clamping night curfew is one of the stories that dominates headlines this morning. "Night curfew back in Delhi" leads Business Standard adding "Curbs will be imposed from 10 pm to 5 am till April 30; essential services exempted".

 The Business Line quotes Member Health, NITI Aayog V K Paul as saying "Next 4 weeks critical to battle 2nd Covid wave".

"India, Russia discuss defence production" notes the Tribune. "Won't forge military ties with China, Russia assures India" informs the Pioneer.

"Stray violence mars phase 3 polling in West Bengal" observes the Statesman.

"As CBI begins probe on High Court orders Maharashtra government, Deshmukh move separate pleas in Supreme Court" reports the Indian Express.

"Forces may use copters to hunt down top Naxals" states the Asian Age.

"Vigilance officers to be transferred every 3 years". Well the Hindu quoting the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) writes "this is to ensure transparency".

96,982 Fresh Covid Cases In India Day After 1-Lakh Mark Was Breached

 96,982 Fresh Covid Cases In India Day After 1-Lakh Mark Was Breached

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The surge in covid cases and the Maharastra Row are some of the stories that hog the lilmelight today.

"Delhi mulls night curfew, PM to meet CMs as wave surges, "Deshmukh quits after court orders CBI probe" are the leads in the Hindustan Times.

In a bid to eliminate armed Naxals "Shah revisits strategy to wipe out Maoists" writes the Pioneer.

With the amendment of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, " the Business Standard reports, IBC amended to ease resolution of MSME Cases."

On the India Russia talks, The Hindu writes, Lavrov-Jaishankar talks today, Russian Foreign Minister's visit to focus on peace efforts in Afghanistan."

A pre-Independence electricity meter form Lahore, a refugee card, sewing machine, hand-crocheted item, "such are the items that are to be at display at the Dara Shikoh Library in Ambedkar University Delhi informs" the Times of India.

Anil Deshmukh Quits As Maharashtra Home Minister, To Challenge CBI Probe

 Anil Deshmukh Quits As Maharashtra Home Minister, To Challenge CBI Probe

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As India records this year's biggest single -day jump in Covid cases, The Statesman reports "Alarming spurt: Modi reviews Covid Control." The Times of India adds "Maharashtra shuts eateries, malls, curbs travel."

A headline in The Hindu reports "Amid Virus surge, Russian vaccine may get the nod" for emergency use in the country within ten days.

Most of the dailies have also covered the news of Maoists attacking a joint team of security forces in Chhattisgarh. The Asian Age headline says "Twenty Two Jawans killed, One missing after forces walk into Maoist ambush."

A front page inbox picture in Hindustan Times shows a fire raging through a forest area in Uttarakhand's Pauri. The hill state is witnessing 45 blazing clusters of woodlands, triggering an alarm in the state.

"Another batch of Rafale jets to fly in by mid-May" completing the first squadron of the fighters in the Indian Air Force, writes The Hindu.

The Economic Times cites "Start-ups end financial year 21 on a high note as fund flows top in quarter 4."

And Finally, The Indian Express reports an encouraging story of Skalzang Dorje, under the headline "Teacher, manager, mountaineer and now, first cricketer from Ladakh in J&K team."

Maharashtra Announces Night Curfew, Weekend Lockdown Amid Covid Spike

 Maharashtra Announces Night Curfew, Weekend Lockdown Amid Covid Spike

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In a report scotching rumours of scarcity of Covid-19 vaccines, the Business Line writes "No shortage of Covid-19 vaccines, says Government. Jabs top 7 crore".

"Rural jobs scheme generated record 3.9 billion days of work" reports the Hindustan Times. 

"5 security men killed in Sukma encounter" leads the Hindu.

"Player blaming umpire (Election Commission), something wrong with (Mamata) game, says PM" observes the Indian Express. 

In another story the paper writes "Oxygen alarm bells in Maharashtra, hospital beds running out, shortage of cylinders".

"Assam: PM asks militants to drop guns, join mainstream" writes the Asian Age.

"Taiwan thanks India for showing solidarity over railway disaster" informs the Statesman.

"69 years of Rajya Sabha: Debate rages over its role" notes the Tribune.

And finally, The Asian Age carries a photograph on its front page of Pople Francis leaning his forehead against the cross during the veneration of the cross as he celebrates the mass for the passion of christ at St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican.

Mumbai Reports Over 9,000 Coronavirus Cases In A Day For The First Time

 Mumbai Reports Over 9,000 Coronavirus Cases In A Day For The First Time

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The Indian Express in its front page headline reports" States start moving to contain surge, Centre says 11 states/UTs are of 'grave concern'."

"To increase the pace of vaccination Government plans to set up jab points in schools, offices" writes Hindustan Times. While The Times of India says" Walk-ins for shots four times the number of online registrations."

Business Standard quoting the government writes" No export ban on Covid-19 vaccines."

"More women go Big on Gig during pandemic" observes The Economic Times as number of women taking up gig jobs in sales, customer services has nearly doubled since Covid outbreak.

Another headline in The Times of India writes "IIT-Delhi keeps promise, reduces its carbon footprint by over 50 percent."

The Statesman reports" Modi accepts Biden's invite for climate summit on 22nd April."

And Finally, "First state-of-the-art jail to open in Solan district of Himachal" with an industrial kitchen and semi automatic cooking system making reformal steps towards prison reforms reports The Tribune.

"Strict Restrictions Soon": Uddhav Thackeray On Maharashtra Covid Surge

 "Strict Restrictions Soon": Uddhav Thackeray On Maharashtra Covid Surge

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With the surge in covid-19 cases, "Big spike in Delhi, grim milestone for Mumbai", writes Hindustan Times. With over 8000 cases, Maharashtra capital sets new one-day case record for any Indian city, Delhi logs biggest jump since December 8."

A shot for Posterity : Vaccine selfies go Viral, The Economic Times writes how "Images are powerful weapon to influence masses, and the era of social media has given them a new dimension."

Reporting on the fastest rollback so far, "Overnight rollback: FM restores savings rates." writes the Business Standard.

On the Assembly elections in West Bengal, The Statesman writes, "Bengal Phase 2: Temperatures run high". Overall voter turnout at 80.43 percent till 5 pm; sporadic incidents of violence as TMC accuses BJP, Central forces of voter intimidation."

In a bid to reducing travel time between Delhi and Meerut from 2.5 hours to 45 minutes " Meerut just 45 minutes away from Delhi as e-way opens" writes The Pioneer.

Mamata Banerjee Not Contesting Another Seat: Trinamool Dismisses PM's Dig

 Mamata Banerjee Not Contesting Another Seat: Trinamool Dismisses PM's Dig

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The papers have widely noticed the expansion of the vaccination drive starting today apart from the latest coming in from poll-bound states.

Hindustan Times writes, "Drive widens, 50 million set for both shots by May 15" while The Pioneer says, "Identify low vaccine coverage pockets, States UTs told."

Electoral battle in Bengal reaches a feverish pitch. The Statesman writes, Bengal warms up for 2nd phase polling. "All eyes on Nandigram as Bengal votes in second phase today, reports The Financial Express."

On the above-normal temperatures in Delhi, The Times of India writes "This March was the city's warmest in 11 years".

And finally, with some regions facing the heatwave already, Hindustan Times informs, "Summer may be warmer than usual in some states."

India reports highest death toll this year; records 53,480 new COVID-19 cases

 India reports highest death toll this year; records 53,480 new COVID-19 cases

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The Covid-19 surge continuing with active cases rising is one of the stories that finds prominent mention in the dailies. "Unless checked, surge can overwhelm health systems, Centre tells states" leads the Tribune.

"Voting tomorrow: High-octane campaigns by Mamata, Shah draw battlelines in Nandigram" reports the Indian Express.

On the Ladakh theatre amid disengagement, Hindustan Times writes "No change in posture of India, China air forces".

The Asian Age quotes Prime Minister Narendra Modi as saying "As Judas betrayed Jesus, LDF deceived people of Kerala".

And finally, Financial Express reports that starting April 1, there will be no automatic recurring payment for various services, including recharge and utility bill, as the RBI has made Additional Factor of Authentication mandatory.

'Huge cause for worry' as COVID-19 situation in country is going from 'bad to worse', warns Health Ministry

'Huge cause for worry' as COVID-19 situation in country is going from 'bad to worse', warns Health Ministry

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Most of the papers have not issued print edition today, owning to the Holi celebrations yesterday. However their have been some e-editions of the papers.

"Jaishankar meets Iranian counterpart; discusses bilateral cooperation", is a Tribune headline.  External Affairs Minister arrives at Tajik capital to attend the 9th Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process ministerial conference says the report.

"PM Modi's Puducherry visit: Drones, UAVs banned to tighten security", says a Hindustan Times headline.

"Waze case: NIA now fishes out Aurangabad car number plate from Mithi", is the headline in The Times of India. Vehicles and number plates appear to be inextricably intertwined with the case of explosives found near industrialist Mukesh Ambani's residence and the subsequent murder of businessman Mansukh Hiran.

"Retail loans set to become largest segment for Indian banking industry" says The Business Standard.

Another story in the paper says "IMD predicts intense wet spell in northeastern states, issues orange ".

Mukul Roy Clip On Influencing Poll Body A BJP Insider Job: Trinamool

 Mukul Roy Clip On Influencing Poll Body A BJP Insider Job: Trinamool

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Many newspapers lead with the statement of Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut in the Party's mouthpiece 'Saamana'.

Quoting Sanjay Raut's statement that Anil Deshmukh got the Home Minister's post by accident, The Asian Age writes, Raut article hints Shive Sena - NCP ties are souring". While The Tribune states "Retd judge to investigate ex-police chief's charges against Deshmukh".

The Times of India writes, "Buzz of Pawar - Shah meet adds spice to Maha Saga".

Reporting on the Mansukh Hiren's murder case The Asian Age reports, "Waze Case: NIA recovers Laptop, CCTV" Investigative agency recovers articles from Mithi River in Bandra".

With the worrisome surge in the COVID-19 cases "Active covid cases cross half a million". Maharashtra plans lockdown amid record case spike" are some of the leads in the Hindustan Times.

Biggest weekly jump in Covid cases till date, deaths up 51 per cent writes The Times of India.

Quoting Prime Minsiter Narendra Modi, in his Mann ki Baat Radio address yesterday, Modernisation need of hour in Agri sector writes The Statesman.

Finally, reporting on the changes in the job profile during COVID-19, "Freelance profile find more takers" reports The Financial Express.

Mumbai Reports 6,923 Covid Cases In Highest Ever One-Day Spike

 Mumbai Reports 6,923 Covid Cases In Highest Ever One-Day Spike

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bangladesh counterpart Sheikh Hasina signing key bilateral  pacts is the story that dominates headlines this morning. "Modi holds talks with Hasina; Two sides sign 5 MoUs", writes The Statesman. The Pioneer quoting Modi writes "Meeting with Hasina productive".

"TMC-BJP khela begins, 80 per cent vote in Bengal Phase-I, 77 per cent in Assam", reports The Indian Express.

"Day after threat to shoot protesters in the head, Myanmar junta kills 114", informs The Times of India.

"Biden invites 40 world leaders for climate talks", observes Hindustan Times adding "Modi, Xi, Putin among invitees".

"Trials begin for Serum Institute of India's (SII's) new jab Covovax, to hit market by September", states The Pioneer.

"President Kovind stable, shifted to AIIMS for heart surgery", informs The Asian Age.

On the India-England ODI series, The Tribune writes "India vs England in series decider tonight".

The Financial Express quoting India at United Nations writes "Supplied more shots globally than vaccinated own people". 

Mamata Banerjee Urged Trinamool Defector To Return In Leaked Call: BJP

 Mamata Banerjee Urged Trinamool Defector To Return In Leaked Call: BJP

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The papers have widely noticed PM's visit to Bangladesh, his first to any country after the pandemic along with assembly elections in West Bengal and Assam gaining prominent coverage in the press.

Hindustan Times reports, "On historic visit, PM recalls his struggle for Bangladesh." The Asian Age quotes the Prime Minister in its headline, "Went to jail for doing satyagrah for Bangladesh's freedom." The Pioneer notes, "PM boards Air India One first time to fly to Dhaka."

Hindustan Times headlines, "Battle for the east kicks off in first phase of voting today." The Tribune says, "Phase 1: West Bengal, Assam vote today, 455 in fray."

With a surge in Covid cases in the country, The Tribune informs, "Daily cases near 60 thousand, government plans to widen Covid vaccination drive." The Pioneer headlines, "Centre rushes Covid teams to Chandigarh, Chattisgarh."

And finally, with a record 48 team entries and a clutch of the country's top riders in the fray, Chennai is going to have a Motorcyle Endurance Race on Sunday, informs The Hindu.

Maharashtra to Impose Night Curfew from March 28

 Maharashtra to Impose Night Curfew from March 28

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All the dailies lead with the headline of alarming rise in Covid cases in the country. "Cases to peak in mid-April,Jab for all the only solution" writes The Pioneer.

"RBI stays with forecast,says surge won't impact growth" reports The Indian Express.

The Asian Age quotes the Supreme Court batting for female officers in Army saying " Army criteria for permanent commission to women officers is 'discriminatory'."

With housing sales in NCR and other cities up 29 percent surpassing pre-covid levels, The Economic Times notes "Top Seven cities join House party as sales rebound."

A move aimed at allaying fears of bankers going slow on lending, Hindustan Times reports about the government considering having the CBI look into some extra-ordinary bank frauds.

And Finally, The Tribune mentions about the successful implementation of 'Har Haath ko kaam' initiative by the prison department to cultivate the spirit of co-ownership under the headline "Sharing profit of goodssold with jail inmates." 

100 CBI Searches Today Across 11 States In Bank Fraud Cases

 100 CBI Searches Today Across 11 States In Bank Fraud Cases

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A spike in Covid-19 infections is one of the stories that finds prominent mention in most of the dailes this morning. "Stop mass gatherings Centre to states, Union Territories" leads The Statesman. "Double mutant variant found, no link with surge" reports The Indian Express.

"Justice N V Ramana set to take over as 48th Chief Justice of India" informs The Hindu. The  paper says Chief Justice Bobde makes formal recommendation to government.

"Prime Minister going to Bangladesh on Friday for 1971 celebrations" informs The Asian Age.

"Bengal Chief Minister will be a son of the soil, says Prime Minister Modi" notes Hindustan Times.

"Rajya Sabha approves Delhi Government bill amid opposition walkout" writes The Times of India adding "83-45 vote establishes primacy of Lieutenant Govrnor."

And finally, That hot chai will burn a hole in your pocket!. Well, Business Line writes that whether or not that hot cuppa tea scalds your lips, it will surely burn a hole in your pocket as the beverage's prices are set to remain high with the drop in Assam's production.