Covid-19 was first detected in the central city of Wuhan in late 2019, before seeping beyond China's borders to wreak global havoc.

WHO, China could have acted more quickly: Pandemic response probe

Uganda's military on Sunday continued to hold top opposition challenger Wine at his home, saying troops were there to protect him.

Uganda eases internet shutdown imposed over election

The 10 flood-affected districts and cities are Tapin, Banjar, Banjar Baru, Tanah Laut City, Banjarmasin City, Hulu Sungai Tengah, Balangan, Tabalong, Hulu Sungai Selatan, and Batola.

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Border-Gavaskar Trophy: India on the 5th day of the last test match at the Gabba in Brisbane defeated Australia by 3 wickets. With the departure of India's vice-captain, Shubman Gill took matters into his own hands with a stylish 91-run knock off 146 balls.

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A thick layer of ice was seen on most roads in Srinagar and elsewhere in the valley, making it difficult for people to drive.

Kashmir freezes as minimum temperature dips to minus 8.3 degrees celsius

A South Korean court has sentenced him two and a half years of imprisonment. This new development may lead to negative impact on company's business and future plans globally.

Samsung's Vice Chairman Lee Jae-Yong jailed for 2.5 years in bribery case

The fire department said the fire involved a homeless woman burning propane in her tent beneath the freeway, explaining reports of an explosion.

U.S. Capitol building shuts down after nearby small fire

Major, a German Shepherd who will be the first rescue dog residing at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, was adopted by Biden and his wife Dr Jill Biden

'It's time we put a pet back in the White House', says Joe Biden

Biden this week unveiled plans to seek $1.9 trillion to revive the economy through new stimulus payments and other aid.

What's on Biden's agenda for first 10 days? $1.9 trillion Stimulus package | Covid vaccines

On January 6, a group of Trump supporters stormed the US Capitol to protest legislators confirming electoral slates from battleground US states they thought were invalid.

FLOTUS Melania Trump bids farewell, says 'violence will never be justified'

Massive flooding in South Kalimantan broke 50 years record

Neera Tanden, who has been nominated as Director of Management and Budget, and Dr. Vivek Murthy, nominated as the U.S. Surgeon General.

Indian-Americans to walk the halls of power in U.S.

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny on Monday called for people to take to the streets to protest after his arrest.

Alexei Navalny urges his supporters to hit the streets, says 'Don't be silent, take to the streets'

Mr. Tedros Adhanom emphasised that the world is on the brink of a 'catastrophic moral failure' and warned that the price of this failure will be paid with lives and livelihoods in the world’s poorest countries as only 25% of vaccine dosage reached out to the vulnerable groups.

'World on the brink of a catastrophic moral failure', says WHO Chief Tedros Adhanom | COVID-19

India in a major step to help its neighbours in the region will provide vaccines to Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and at no cost to Bhutan. It is considered as India's soft vaccine diplomacy which would enhance ties within the region.

India to export COVID-19 vaccines to its neighbours, Bhutan to get it free

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was detained at a Moscow airport after returning from Germany on Sunday.

Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny detained after landing in Moscow

Egypt has unveiled a significant new archaeological discovery at the Saqqara necropolis south of Cairo, watch this report

Egypt: Archaeologists unearth 3000-year-old coffins in latest discovery

Twelve workers trapped underground after an explosion at a gold mine in eastern China a week ago are still alive.

12 Chinese miners trapped by blast last week are still alive

The Syrians living in displacement camps with no adequate infrastructure are highly suffering through adverse weather conditions.

Syria: Qumri and Siti weave carpets from a traditional loom

Michigan, Virginia, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania and Washington were among more than a dozen states that activated their National Guards to strengthen security.

US security officials warn of fresh violence on Joe Biden's inauguration

After the news broke that 29 elderly patients died in Norway following their immunization with the Pfizer-BioNTech mRNA vaccine against Covid-19.

29 dead in Norway after COVID-19 vaccination, Here's the report

United States Vice President Mike Pence addressed a crowd of the Service Members in California and touted the Trump administration's foreign policy achievements.

U.S. Vice Prez Mike Pence addresses service members, touted Govt's foreign policy achievements

More people (3.5 million) have now received a Covid vaccination in the UK than have tested positive (3.3 million) for the virus.

England's Cathedrals turned into makeshit vaccination centres

The UK government plans to offer a first dose of COVID-19 vaccine to every adult by September as the nations health service battles the worst crisis in its 72-year-history.

'All adults to be vaccinated by September in UK', says Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab

US state capitals, Washington on alert for possible pro-Donald Trump armed protests

US Speaker Nancy Pelosi has not made it clear as if now when she plans to send the single impeachment article for inciting insurrection against Donald Trump. Nancy Pelosi said, "Members who aided the attack should be prosecuted".

When will Nancy Pelosi send the impeachment article to Senate ?

Uganda President Yoweri Museveni wins the 6th term in office after getting 58.6% of votes. After winning the 6th term Museveni said this is the most cheating free election since 1962. Opposition leader Bobi Wine alleges the election as widespread fraud.

Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni wins 6th term in office amid allegations of rigged election

California is the most populated state in America and also the most hard-hitting state with an ongoing Pandemic in California. Every minute 10 people test positive for COVID-19 in Los Angeles. Every hour the Ambulance crew got a call for help. Here's the report.

California is the most hard-hitting state with ongoing Pandemic

Donald Trump became the first American head of state to be impeached twice. The House of Representatives voted 232-197 on the proposal to oust him.

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A powerful earthquake rocked Indonesia's Sulawesi island on Friday. More than 45 people have been killed and 100 injured in the earthquake several buildings have been heavily damaged including the governor's office, a hotel, and a hospital. Know more updates on this event through Devianti Faridz, Journalist from Jakarta

6.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Indonesia's Sulawesi island

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WHO, China could have acted more quickly: Pandemic response probe

Uganda eases internet shutdown imposed over election

Indonesia Crisis: President Joko Widovo visits flood-hit South kalimantan | Indonesia earthquake

India Vs Australia | An historic win for India in Brisbane, thrashes Aus by 2-1 in a dramatic chase

Kashmir freezes as minimum temperature dips to minus 8.3 degrees celsius

Samsung's Vice Chairman Lee Jae-Yong jailed for 2.5 years in bribery case

U.S. Capitol building shuts down after nearby small fire

'It's time we put a pet back in the White House', says Joe Biden

What's on Biden's agenda for first 10 days? $1.9 trillion Stimulus package | Covid vaccines

FLOTUS Melania Trump bids farewell, says 'violence will never be justified'

Massive flooding in South Kalimantan broke 50 years record

Indian-Americans to walk the halls of power in U.S.

Alexei Navalny urges his supporters to hit the streets, says 'Don't be silent, take to the streets'

'World on the brink of a catastrophic moral failure', says WHO Chief Tedros Adhanom | COVID-19

India to export COVID-19 vaccines to its neighbours, Bhutan to get it free

Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny detained after landing in Moscow

Egypt: Archaeologists unearth 3000-year-old coffins in latest discovery

12 Chinese miners trapped by blast last week are still alive

Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny detained after landing in Moscow

Syria: Qumri and Siti weave carpets from a traditional loom

US security officials warn of fresh violence on Joe Biden's inauguration

29 dead in Norway after COVID-19 vaccination, Here's the report

U.S. Vice Prez Mike Pence addresses service members, touted Govt's foreign policy achievements

England's Cathedrals turned into makeshit vaccination centres

'All adults to be vaccinated by September in UK', says Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab

US state capitals, Washington on alert for possible pro-Donald Trump armed protests