The Premier League said on Monday that 10 people had returned positive results in its latest round of COVID-19 tests conducted on players and staff last week, the highest number of cases in a single round since the new season began this month.
Alert to the looming threat from the 'Omicron' variant, states began to re-tighten curbs and urgently trace people who arrived from abroad in the last one month while a demand to not allow flights from the affected countries was made by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai.
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SP leader Abu Azmi says 'women should not wear short skirts and go out only with family'.
Singer Nicole Scherzinger has finally walked away from Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton.
'...because we are truer to the spirit of the Hindu faith.' 'There is absolutely no question that the Hinduism of the mob lynchers, the people who have killed others because of what they are eating or how they are worshipping or the faith they belong to or what they're doing professionally, those are, to my mind, not Hindus at all.'
Australian batting star Steve Smith has no time to think about how India might plot revenge in the second Test in Melbourne but he does have a word of advice for the visitors jolted by the first game's battering -- 'Let it go and move on'.
Mrs O, if you're listening, we've saved you the trouble of compiling a shopping list. Here's what you simply have to take home with you when you visit our lovely country!
Sachin Tendulkar, who announced his retirement from the international cricket, arrived in Mussoorie, about 20 kms from Dehradun, on Wednesday, to spend a quiet vacation with his family.
Pictures from the Dutts' winter holiday.
An "unbalanced woman" jumped the barriers in St Peter's Basilica and knocked down Pope Benedict XVI as he walked down the main aisle to begin Christmas Eve Mass, a Vatican spokesman said on Thursday.
Upscale hotels to see occupancy rates of 40 per cent, mid-scale 25-30 per cent.
Saif Ali Khan, who was admitted to the Lilavati Hospital on Thursday evening after he complained of acute stomach pain, is said to be stable.
Celebrated Nobel Prize-winning British playwright Harold Pinter died of cancer on Christmas eve aged 78, his family said.
'Forever and always you stay the sunshine in my life...'
Images from soccer matches played across different leagues in Europe on Sunday
Here are a few ways to avoid the proverbial winter weight gain during this festive season.
A former Indian Air Force officer is among those battling the deadly Ebola virus in West Africa. As a part of the UN Ebola Task Force, he shares his experience with Arjun Subramaniam.
Even though he loves direction, acting is where his heart lies.
Bollywood pours in their birthday wishes for the birthday boy.
Everyone seems to be a fan of statement sleeves.
Pakistan's Australian coach said he is awaiting feedback on the situation there before deciding on returning to Lahore after his Christmas holiday.
United down Newcastle after Saints stun Chelsea on a dramatic night in the English Premier League.
News of all that's transpired on and off the football field.
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A weekly roundup of the best and worst styles from the celebrity circuit.
Many would have racked up debt this Diwali, using credit cards and consumer loans. Here are a few simple steps on how to fix your financial mess, says Bindisha Sarang.
These 22 bizarre photos are perfect examples of the weird and sometimes hilarious world we live in.
Goa is expecting around 40,000 foreign tourists to celebrate their Christmas and New Year in the coastal state this year, according to officials.
A British-Indian writes about Big Brother, and why Shilpa proves herself a great role model.
The good, bad and ugly looks from the celebrity circus.
Red Star, who won the European Cup in 1991 and reached the latter stages the following season, finished second in Group H behind Arsenal who crushed BATE Borisov 6-0.
An off-key Liverpool were frustrated for a second successive game by struggling opponents as they were held to a 0-0 Premier League draw at Newcastle United on Wednesday.
This optimism is triggered by the feel-good factor in the wake of the Sensex touching record-high levels last week and a slew of discount offers by airlines to boost travel demand.
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt plan to adopt an Indian baby and name it India.
Sports stars around the world joined in the celebrations of the New Year and took to social media to wish their fans and followers a Happy New Year.
Car manufacturers are giving consumers extra reasons to celebrate this Christmas and New Year -- by giving a lot of discounts.
Images from football matches played in the La Liga, Serie A and Bundesliga on Saturday.
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