In focus, 24th Feb 2022, News & Stories from India

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24 Feb 2022

In focus, 24 Feb 2022

Moody's Investors Service on Thursday raised India's growth forecast to 9.5 per cent for the calendar year 2022 and to 8.4 per cent for the coming fiscal beginning April 1. (Representational Photo:PTI)

Moody's ups India's growth forecast to 9.5% for 2022; flags high oil prices

Moody's said Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection, retail activity and Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) suggest 'solid momentum'

24 Feb 2022 10:49 PM

The 30-share BSE gauge plummeted about 2,850 points during the session before closing at 54,529.91, registering a massive fall of 2,702.15 points or 4.72 per cent. (Photo:PTI)

Sensex tanks over 2,700 pts amid global meltdown as Russia invades Ukraine

This was its biggest decline since March 23, 2020, and the fourth-worst fall ever in absolute terms

24 Feb 2022 10:18 PM

Police and security personnel inspect the remains of a shell in a street in Kyiv. (Photo: AFP)

Russia-Ukraine crisis: Indian Embassy asks citizens to maintain calm, remain safe

The Indian Embassy in Kyiv is reportedly still functional despite the attacks, giving advisories which should be followed carefully

24 Feb 2022 2:03 PM

A flame is seen from an area near the Dnieper river in Kyiv, Ukraine, Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022. Russian troops have launched their anticipated attack on Ukraine. President Vladimir Putin has cast aside international condemnation and sanctions, warning other countries that any attempt to interfere would lead to "consequences you have never seen." (AP)

More than 40 Ukraine soldiers, nearly 10 civilians killed

Russia's ground forces invaded Ukraine from several directions within hours of Putin announcing his decision to launch an assault

24 Feb 2022 12:40 PM

This 2020 electron microscope image provided by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases - Rocky Mountain Laboratories shows SARS-CoV-2 virus particles which cause COVID-19, isolated from a patient in the U.S., emerging from the surface of cells cultured in a lab. (Photo: AP/File)

Drug that may treat serious COVID-19 complication in children identified

The drug larazotide acetate was administered to four extremely ill children ages 3 to 17

24 Feb 2022 12:18 PM

Air India and the central government decided to call back the plane to Delhi, officials said, adding that the plane took an about turn in the Iranian airspace to return to Delhi. (PTI Image)

Ukrainian airspace closed; Air India plane returns to Delhi

The flight was scheduled to be the second flight to bring back Indians from Ukraine

24 Feb 2022 11:30 AM

A wholesale vendor displays Rapid Antigen Test kits at his outlet in Hyderabad. (Photo: AP)

India reports less than 15,000 Covid cases in 24 hours, active cases decline

Over 300 deaths in 24 hours took death toll over 5.12 lakh

24 Feb 2022 10:18 AM

A man takes his things out of the house after damaged by artillery shelling in Novoluhanske, eastern Ukraine. (Photo: AP)

Russia's Vladimir Putin announces Ukraine military operation, explosions heard

In a televised address, Putin accused the US and its allies of ignoring Russia's demand to prevent Ukraine from joining NATO

24 Feb 2022 8:52 AM

According to the Election Commission, 2.3 crore people, including 1.14 crore men and 99.3 lakh women, are eligible to vote, for whom 24,643 polling booths and 13,817 polling centres have been set up in this phase. (Representational Image/ DC file)

UP phase-4 polls witness low voter turnout

SP leader Akhilesh Yadav said his party will get double century seats by the fourth phase of polls

24 Feb 2022 7:35 AM

The Metaverse game gives the players an opportunity to become wealthy by earning rewards and also to become the kingpin of an underworld gang.

China Town, A Low Security but High Returns Zone in Play-To-Earn Project Sinverse

Sinverse is centered around an underworld play-to-earn gaming model and will provide the gamers with an enhanced and immersive experience

24 Feb 2022 2:51 AM

The school has also adopted the Round Square approach, which involves character education and experiential learning surrounding themes such as International Understanding, Democracy, Environmental Stewardship, Adventure, Leadership, and Service.

How Bangalore International School Prepares Students to Face the Real World

The board has recognized the importance and implemented a holistic teaching model that focused on more than the core academics

24 Feb 2022 1:41 AM

26-year-old Harsh, a tailor and Bajrang Dal leader, who was murdered. (Twitter)

Patralekha Chatterjee | India needs healing touch to curb sectarian violence

Anyone who watches the news knows about the recent murder of 26-year-old Harsh, a tailor and Bajrang Dal leader

24 Feb 2022 1:37 AM

Russian Deputy Chief of Mission Roman Babushkin. (Twitter)

Ukraine crisis: Russia welcomes India's 'independent' position

On the overall crisis in Ukraine, the Russian diplomat alleged that Western powers have been trying to destabilise the region

24 Feb 2022 1:26 AM

Anaam Tiwary is a young Digital Entrepreneur, & Digital Marketing Expert based in Ghaziabad and Delhi NCR.

Digital Anaam Academy Founder Anaam Tiwary becomes Best digital marketing expert in India

Anaam Tiwary keeps this follower engaged through his YouTube channel where he shares digital marketing tips and tricks

24 Feb 2022 1:07 AM

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