Conservative Party aides in the United Kingdom were invited for a “Jingle and Mingle” event during the 2020 COVID-19-induced lockdown, as per an invitation seen by BBC, reported on Monday (June 18).

UK: Tory members were called for ‘Jingle and Mingle’ party during Covid lockdown, shows invitation

A recent study, published in the Archives of Disease in Childhood, shows that babies born during the first Covid-19 pandemic-induced lockdown were slower to meet several developmental milestones when compared to those who were born prior to the pandemic.

‘Pandemic’ babies are slower to meet some developmental milestones, says study

In early 2020, the world was left shattered with the spread of the Covid-19 crisis. As a result, all major political gatherings, sporting events, etc. were cancelled or postponed with immediate effect.

When Rafael Nadal-Roger Federer's Instagram live left tennis lovers in awe during Covid lockdown - WATCH

During the Covid-19 lockdown in 2020, Hardik Pandya -- along with Krunal Pandya and his wife -- had planned a trip to Ranchi to meet their beloved and former Indian captain MS Dhoni.

'Are you coming?' - Hardik Pandya reveals how MS Dhoni knew about his surprise Ranchi visit in 2020

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was not prepared to impose lockdown restrictions to stop the spread of COVID-19 to save the elderly and denied the National Health Service would be overwhelmed, his former top adviser said in an interview aired on Monday.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson didn't want lockdown as only the elderly were dying, his ex-aide says 

During the height of the coronavirus pandemic, Microsoft employees slept in the company's data centres, according to Kristen Roby Dimlow, a Microsoft Human Resources Executive.

Unable to travel home, Microsoft staff slept in data centres during COVID-19 lockdown: Executive

People offered namaz at their home on the occasion of Eid ul-Fitr in the national capital on Friday as masjids remained closed due to the COVID-19 induced lockdown.

People celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, offer namaz at home amid COVID-19 lockdown

Prevented from traveling abroad by the pandemic, Kazakhs are flocking to the magnificent glaciers of the Tian Shan mountain range near their country's biggest city, Almaty.

COVID-19 pandemic curbs draw eager locals to Kazakhstan's glaciers

A bell rings in the convent of Saint Veronica Giuliani, in the medieval town of Citta di Castello, signalling a visitor.

Cloistered nuns feel more isolated in COVID-19 lockdown

Germany will close most stores from Wednesday (December 16) until at least January 10, cutting short the busy Christmas shopping season, as it tightens coronavirus restrictions and tries to rein in the spread of the disease.

Germany to impose stricter lockdown to battle rise in COVID-19 cases

COVID-19 lockdown has broken chains across the globe but two of the largest drug seizures in a matter of hours and across seas indicate that the illegal drug supply chains are increasing during the pandemic. Watch report.

Drug cartels thrive during COVID-19 pandemic | World News

France and Germany became the latest European countries to reopen their borders as the continent emerges from its three-month COVID-19 lockdown. Watch report.

Europe cautiously limps towards normalcy: France-Germany border reopens for EU nations

The Supreme Court on Friday took note of the submissions of the Centre and state governments on steps taken so far to mitigate the miseries of the migrant workers stranded across the country due to coronavirus lockdown.

A look at the Supreme Court's observations on the migrant workers crisis due to coronavirus lockdown: Key points

The world has come to a standstill as coronavirus is creating Havoc around the world. However, with the nationwide lockdown imposed to curb the coronavirus transmission earth's air quality has seen significant improvement. Watch report.

Air quality before and after COVID-19 lockdown: New Delhi, Milan breath cleaner air

As lockdown restrictions are lifted people are covering what a post-pandemic world could look like. Watch what new normal looks like in countries that are unlocking the lockdown.

Unlocking the lockdown: What a post-pandemic normal life looks like

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte was unable to meet his mother due to COVID-19 lockdown restrictions. Rutte on Monday announced the death of 96-year-old Mieke Rutte-Dilling in a home in The Hague on 13 May.

Dutch PM Mark Rutte did not visit dying mother due to Covid-19 lockdown

The Centre has asked states to ensure uninterrupted movement of doctors and other healthcare workers during the ongoing lockdown, saying curbs on them can lead to severe constraints in rendering COVID and non-COVID medical services.

States to ensure unhindered movement of doctors, paramedics amid COVID-19 lockdown: Home Ministry

Tech billionaires' different views on COVID-19 lockdown. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg praises the lockdown, meanwhile Tesla CEO Elon Musk sees 'facism' in lockdown.

Tech billionaires' different views on COVID-19 lockdown

Cases of coronavirus have been on the rise across the globe and has led to postponement and cancelation of many big events. In India, the 67th edition of the National Film Awards which was earlier scheduled for May 3, has been delayed amid the nationwide lockdown.

67th National Film Awards delayed indefinitely owing to the COVID-19 lockdown

With people locked inside their homes, nature is healing. The internet is flooded with delightful visuals of animals venturing into urban spaces. But the Coronavirus lockdown is also a threat to many of these animals. Pets are being abandoned due to misinformation about how the virus spreads, and thousands of strays have been left without food due to the lockdown. This report on Wide Angle looks at how COVID-19 has affected wildlife and domestic animals across the world. We also look at the measures that must be taken to contain other such zoonotic diseases in the future.

Coronavirus caused by 'disrespecting' animals? | Coronavirus lockdown

The delivery of the first batch of Rafale fighter aircraft has been delayed by a few weeks now due to the coronavirus lockdowns going on in both France and India, according to news agency ANI.

Rafale fighters delivery delayed by 'few weeks' due to COVID-19 lockdown

Megastar Shah Rukh Khan on Sunday unveiled his thoughtful side and said he feels that lockdown days will be a memory of when people had all the time along with the loved ones close.

'Will be a memory': Shah Rukh Khan highlights bright side of COVID-19 lockdown

The world is in dire need of love, hope and kindness. It’s heartwarming to see our favourite celebrities walking the extra mile in doing their bit for the world around them.

Ali Fazal turns superhero amid Covid 19 scare, steps out for those in need

On March 8 thousands of women marched through the streets of Paris. They called for greater equality between men and women in France. A week later — the entire country went into lockdown.

Global rise in domestic violence cases as Covid-19 lockdown turns into captivity for many women