The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has assessed the virus that COVID-19 more likely originated from an accidential lab leak in China and not naturally, according to the statement released by the agency on Saturday.
The rally, which took place on Saturday night saw hundreds of locals raising slogans "Bhopal ka kachra Pithampur me nahi jalega" (waste of Bhopal will not be disposed of in Pithampur) along with holding sign boards in their hands.
The Suryakumar-led India continued its winning ways in T20Is, beating England by two wickets in a thriller at Chepauk Stadium on Saturday, securing a 2-0 series lead in the five-match affair by chasing down 166 runs.
Indian batter Tilak Varma established a new world record on Saturday during his sensational knock of 72* during a tense run-chase against England at Chennai.
The body of Rehanullah, a contract worker for the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC), was found in the rugged terrain of the remote Zareefwaal area in Lakki Marwat district on Saturday.
India's splendid cultural diversity was on display during the Republic Day Parade on Saturday with a unique performance featuring more than 45 different dance forms from various parts of the country giving a glimpse of the country's deep traditions of music and celebration.
After enthralling the audience in Mumbai, British band Coldplay delivered a mesmerising performance in Ahmedabad at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Saturday evening.
In a heartfelt showcase of soft culture influencing bilateral ties between two countries, an Indonesian delegation sang the famous Bollywood song 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' at the banquet hosted by President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday.
President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday backed moves on 'One Nation One Election' as she emphasised the role of the Constitution in providing the foundation of "our collective identity as Indians" and noted that India's economy today influences the global economic trends
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Indore and Udaipur on Saturday on joining the list of 31 Wetland Accredited Cities in the world, remarking that this recognition reflects India's strong commitment to sustainable development and nurturing harmony between nature and urban growth.<
Professor Wahiddudin Mahmud who is the advisor of the interim government of Bangladesh on Saturday extended congratulations to India on the eve of 76th Republic Day.