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The Supreme Court took note of the Centre’s submission on Wednesday that it was taking steps to implement relief measures to help the poor during the nationwide lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic and disposed of a PIL seeking relief such as financial help and food for them. A bench headed by Justice N V Ramana recorded the statement of Solicitor General Tushar Mehta who explained the steps taken by the centre to address the concerns raised in the petition. The apex court, through video conferencing, was hearing the PIL…

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Will be interesting to see Kohli adapt to empty stadiums: Lyon

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Cricket in front of empty stands came up for discussion between Australian off-spinner Nathan Lyon and pacer Mitchell Starc with both wondering how Indian captain Virat Kohli would adapt to such an atmosphere if their Test series this year is held without fans. India are set to play a four-match Test series in Australia later this year. But with the COVID-19 pandemic wreaking havoc, speculation is rife that the games could be held behind closed doors. This led Lyon and teammate Mitchell Starc to discuss how Kohli’s on-field demeanour would…

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COVID-19 will change filmmaking and viewing experience, says Shoojit Sircar

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The coronavirus led shutdown is going to change the way films are made or consumed, believes filmmaker Shoojit Sircar. The country is currently under the lockdown, which has been extended till May 3 to contain the spread of the virus that has affected many countries across the globe. When a change of mindset happens, there is a change. I expect it around the world. It is definitely going to change the narrative of filmmaking style and also the narrative of story-telling. It will have an effect but what kind is…

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SC rejects plea against PM CARES Fund

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The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain a plea seeking quashing of the decision to set up the PM CARES Fund, where people can donate money, to deal with the situation arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic. A bench headed by Chief Justice S A Bobde described the PIL filed by lawyer M L Sharma as “misconceived” and dismissed it in a hearing conducted through video conferencing. The bench, which also comprised justices L Nageswara Rao and M M Shantanagoudar, did not agree to the contention of the lawyer…

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Pak clerics warn govt against ban on religious congregations amidst coronavirus outbreak

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A group of over 50 senior clerics in Pakistan has warned the government against the ban on religious congregations amidst the coronavirus outbreak and said the authorities should instead abide by religious norms and allow more worshippers in mosques to seek forgiveness from Allah. The government has banned prayer congregations of more than five people as part of its measures to curb the spread of the deadly coronavirus, which has infected over 5,715 people in Pakistan. Despite the government’s pleas to observe social distancing, over 53 senior clerics of Rawalpindi…

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Corona death count reaches 339, cases soar to 10,363: Health Ministry

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The death toll due to coronavirus infection in the country rose to 339 while the number of cases soared to 10,363 on Tuesday, said the Union Health Ministry. While the number of active COVID-19 cases stood at 8,988, as many as 1,035 people have been cured and discharged and one had migrated, it said. The total number of cases include 72 foreign nationals. Fifteen deaths have been reported since Monday evening, of which 11 were reported from Maharashtra and four from Delhi. Of the total 339 deaths, Maharashtra tops the…

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If IPL doesn’t happen, it will be difficult for Dhoni to make comeback: Gambhir

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Former India opener Gautam Gambhir says if IPL is not played this year, it will be difficult for Mahendra Singh Dhoni to make a comeback to the Indian team. Dhoni last played for India in the World Cup semi-final against New Zealand in July last year. Since then he hasn’t played any competitive cricket and legends such as Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev have already said that it’s getting increasingly difficult for the Jharkhand dasher to make an international return after such a prolonged sabbatical. He was expected to be…

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Romance not candy floss, it’s constant exchange of power and emotions: Vijay Varma

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The romance between Vijay Varma and the screen – silver or not – is peaking, but the concept of love stories are not one-dimensional for the actor. Although he is yet to feature in a romance drama, Varma said relationships are more about the “not-so-good sides” of people. “I don’t see romance as candy floss or white as we show in a lot of films. Relationships are about self-discovery. There is a give and take, constant exchange of power and emotions… I I get drawn to stories that represent life.…

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SC rejects plea against PM CARES Fund

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Rupee cuts losses to end flat at 76.27 as dollar weakens

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The rupee pared initial losses to settle on a flat note at 76.27 against the US dollar on Monday amid weakening of the greenback in the international market. Forex traders said the rupee is trading in a narrow range as losses in the greenback supported the rupee, while weak domestic equities weighed on the local unit. Moreover, investor confidence strengthened after the minutes of the central bank’s policy meeting revealed that the RBI will use any instrument necessary to revive growth and preserve financial stability. “The Reserve Bank will continue…