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COVID- 19 Vaccine: Human Trial Starts Today

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University of Oxford will start human trial of its coronavirus vaccine from April 23 according to UK Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Matt Hancock. The official said that the government had thrown everything at developing a vaccine.

Coronavirus vaccine

Presently, the universities of Oxford and Imperial College are working on developing a potential coronavirus vaccine in UK. Matt Hancock said that he could announce that the vaccine from the Oxford project would be trialed on people from April 23. He further said that it would take years to achieve this stage in normal times but he was very proud of the work taken that far. Hancock was speaking in a press conference that was later broadcasted on Twitter.

Coronavirus vaccine fund

The UK government had allocated GBP 44.5 million (Rs. 420 crore) to both the universities working on coronavirus vaccine. The allocated fund would be used for clinical trails that ad been making rapid progress, added the secretary. He further said that the government was ready to fund manufacturing of the vaccine.

In case, either of the vaccine works safely, the government will pump finance in manufacturing to boost production and made the vaccines available for UK citizens as humanely as possible.

UK coronavirus cases

According to data shared by the UK Department of Health and Social Care, the country had 129,044 confirm cases of COVID-19 since the outbreak of the pandemic. The number of deaths due to coronavirus were 17,337 till Tuesday.

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Why Kim Jung-Un Missed April 15 Celebrations?

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The US intelligence agencies have unconfirmed reports that the North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un isn’t doing well due to deteriorating health post a recent surgery.

Kim Jong-Un deteriorating health

Reports about deteriorating health of Kin Jong-Un, the supreme leader of North Korea, started surfacing when he missed the birth celebration of his grandfather and the founder of the nation, Kim II Sung. The last time Kim Jong-Un was seen publicly on April 11 during a meeting of the ruling Worker’s Party politburo.

Birth anniversary of founding father of North Korea

April 15 is the most important day in North Korea. On this day, the entire country celebrates the birth anniversary of Kim II Sung. And according to a report, this day is celebrated without any official mention of Kim Jong-Un’s movements. But his absence in the celebrations sparked speculations about his health.

Absence of Kim Jong II in 2008

In 2008, when the country was celebrating 60th anniversary of North Korea, Kim Jong II was nowhere to be seen. His absence fuelled speculations about his health. Later it was revealed that he had a stroke. But his health continued to decline until he died in 2011.

According to a research scholar and an official, if Kim Jung-Un was hospitalised, it would be mentioned in a report. Also, the official said that there had been a number of false rumours about the health of Kim Jung-Un over the years.

There is no official word from anywhere about the health condition of the supreme North Korean leader Kim Jung-Un.

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Technology

Recently TVS motors procure Norton Motorcycles in GBP 16 billion

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India’s leading two-wheel manufactures, TVS motors recently announced that they acquire the most trustable British Brand Norton Motorcycles with GBP 16 billion. It was all-cash-deal which is around 153 crores in Indian currency.

The TVS said it will be the most interesting deal of India that our TVS motor company has rapidly grown in the international level.

A look at TVS motors

In India, the TVS motors placed at number 3 position for two-wheeler manufactures and leading exporter of two-wheelers in international country UK. The Joint manager of TVS motors commenting on this news and said, it is a proud moment for TVS Motors Company. Norton is an outstanding company and we have an immense opportunity to showcase globally. This deal fully goes to our satisfied customers all over India and we will do our best to regain the trust and glory at the international level.

Norton is the leading two-wheeler manufactures that contributing to business plans with distinctive approaches. Thus, the TVS will also work for customers globally and build a higher success rate to go forward in the business in upcoming years.

A press statement

The press says, the TVS motors are highly excited about the deal and showcasing upcoming products of Norton like a commando, dominator, etc. we will extend our global reach and supply chain opportunities. We have a collaboration with BMW Motorrad under which we have manufactured BMW G310 and BMW G 310 GS.

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News & Politics

President Donald Trump Claims To Have Tested More Than India In Record Days

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A triumphant Donal Trump announced that the US had carried out more tests for the novel coronavirus pandemic than 10 countries and this list includes India. The President Trump even went ahead to listing those countries and the number of tests the US had conducted.

President Donald Trump made a record testing

Mr Trump said that the US continued to make steady progress in its war against COVID-19 as he had tested 4.18 million people and that was a record. America had tested more than France, United Kingdom, South Korea, Japan, Singapore, India, Austria, Australia, Sweden, Canada and India said Trump while speaking to media in White House.

Number of COVID-19 patients in the US

There are total of 764,000 patients in America but the total number of fatalities has crossed 40,000 mark. With 2,42,000 cases and over 17,600 deaths, New York has emerged as the epicentre of the disease. But the data over eight-day period revealed a decline of 50% in new cases in New York.

In his address to the media, Trump highlighted the progress achieved in other states that include Seattle, Detroit, New Orleans, Indianapolis and Houston Metro. He assured the people that country was going to be safe.

US under lockdown

At present, more than 95% of population in the US is under stay-at-home order but the President Trump said that they were doing a great job. He further said that their aggressive strategy was working and that they have saved countless lives.

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Father Of UP CM Yogi Adityanath Admitted To AIIMS In A Critical Condition

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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s father was admitted to AIIMS on 13 April due to deteriorating health. The team of senior doctors treating the CM’s father said that his condition was critical.

Yogi Adityanath’s father in AIIMS

According to sources, his father was brought to New Delhi situated AIIMS in a critical stage. He was suffering from kidney and liver problems at the time admission. Presently, he is kept on ventilator in the AB 8 ward of AIIMS. A team of senior doctors led by Dr Vineet Ahuja of Gastro department is supervising his condition.

Medical condition of Yogi Adityanath’s father

According to hospital sources, he was given dialysis on Sunday but many of his body parts have reduced functioning. The AIIMS sources said that his condition was very critical. But information director Shishir Singh said that he was on life support system and that the most senior doctors are engaged in is treatment.

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Centre Says No Flights Until Next Order

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Hours after Air India announced booking of flights on selected domestic and international routes from May 4 and June 1 respectively, the government said that no decision on opening air travel was taken.

No decision on air travel yet

Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said in a tweet the ministry clarified that no decision had been taken to open domestic or international flights and that airlines were advised to accept bookings only after a decision in that regard had been taken by the government.

Earlier the state-run career Air India that it wasn’t taking any booking for domestic flights till May 3, the last day of extended lockdown. Also, Air India denied booking tickets for international flights till May 31. It said on its website that the situation was being constantly reviewed and they would keep the travellers updated.

Air India planes had been in cargo duties on domestic as well as international routes including Chia that was the epicentre of novel coronavirus pandemic.

Air India flying cargo planes

On Friday morning, Air India B-787 aircraft left for Guangzhou In China from New Delhi. The flight was carrying medical supplies from China. On Wednesday, Air India said that it carried 170 tonnes of medical supplies for COVID-19 from Shanghai and Hong Kong in one day.

Flights in lockdown

Only cargo flights are operating in the country. According to Civil Aviation Ministry, these are “Lifeline Udan” flights and they are being operated to transport essential medical cargo to remote areas of the country. Till date a total of 227 flights have transported 407.40 tons of cargo.

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Today's Special

Significance Of April 19 For India And The World

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India is considered a superpower in the field of space. Developing the ability to hit the targets with precision from space was no less than a feat for India. Also, the world recognized its expertise of launching satellites. Today many countries approach India to launch their satellites at an affordable price.

Importance of April 19

April 19 has special significance in the history of India. It is the day when India sent its first satellite Aryabhata in the space. Launched with the help Russia, Aryabhata was the first scientific satellite of India.

1451: Delhi captured by Bahlol Lodi

1770: Captain James Cook reached Australia. He was the first western man to reach Australia.

1775: Start of American Revolution

1882: First maternity hospital in Calcutta started

1910: The Heli Puchal star was seen for the first time

1919: LesilieIrwin of America jumped from a parachute for the first time

1936: Anti-Jewish riots began in Palestine

1950: Shyama Prasad Mukherjee became the first minister to resign from the Union Cabinet

1971: India won Test Cricket series by defeating West Indies

1972: Bangladesh became a member of Commonwealth

1975: India launched its first satellite Aryabhata

2011: Former Cuban President Fidel Castro resigned from the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba. He was a member of the party for 45 years

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Technology

TVS Motor Company Will Make Norton Brand Of Motorcycles

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TVS Motor Company announced acquisition of Norton Motorcycles of Britain in an all-cash deal of GBP 16 million. TVS divulged the details of the acquisition in a statement. It said that TVS was acquiring certain assets of Norton Motorcycles (UK) Limited through one of TVS Motor’s overseas subsidiaries.

Press statement of TVS Motor Company

Sudarshan Venu, Joint Managing Director, TVS Motor Company said that that was a momentous time for them at the company. Norton was an iconic British brand celebrated across the world and it presented TVS an immense opportunity to scale globally. He further said that the transaction was in line with their effort to cater to aspirations of discerning motorcycle customers.

Mr. Venu assured that Norton would continue to retain its distinctive identity with dedicated and specific business plans. TVS Motor would work closely with customers and employees in building the success and pre-eminence of the Norton Motorcycles brand. Also, he added that the company looked forward to growing together globally in the coming years.

The statement further reads that TVS Motor Company was exited about the existing and upcoming models of Norton Motorcycles. These include Commando, Dominator and V4 RR. It also said that Norton Motorcycles would help TVS Motor Company in expanding its reach to global markets.

Collaborations of TVS Motor Company

It has collaboration with BMW Motorrad under which it makes BMW G 310 R and BMW G 310 GS motorcycles at its manufacturing unit in southern India. Also, TVS is a big brand and it makes motorcycles like TVS Apache RR 310.

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Sunder Pichai Sends Memo To His Employees

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Google parent Alphabet Inc. has decided to slow hiring for the remaining part of the year. Its Chief Executive Officer Sunder Pichai updated its employees through an email.

Google closed its offices due to COVID-19

It has been over two months that Google closed its offices in Asia for fear of novel coronavirus spread. Mr. Pichai said that the company couldn’t had imagined then how much the world could change for people around the world. Also, the company’s thoughts remain with those who have lost their loved ones and those that are presently battling the disease.

Google helping in the battle against COVID-19

The company has made many teams to focus on helping government agencies in slowing down the spread of the virus. They provide data based that helps in measuring the impact of social distancing measures on the public. Also, Google has announced a joint effort with Apple to strengthen contact tracing but with strong privacy protections. Also, Google has invested on testing kits, production of PPE and other lifesaving medical devices.

Google facing financial crisis

Mr. Pichai said that world economy had been hurt just like it did in 2008. And that Google wasn’t immune to the global crisis. He said that the company would take lesson from the 2008 crisis. Preparing early was the key to success and continue on a long-term growth.

He said that he wanted to share his plans on what he thought was the best way forward. He said that the company was evaluating its pace of investment plans for the remainder of 2020.

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iPhone SE (2020): Price, Specifications And Availability

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iPhone SE (2020), the most affordable iPhone model by Apple, has been launched on Wednesday. Called new iPhone SE or iPhone SE 2nd generation, the phone sports a 4.7-inch screen that was a common feature of regular iPhone models except the Plus ones.

iPhone SE (2020) specifications

Display: It is a 4.7-inch Retina HD IPS LCD display with 750×1334 pixels resolution. Also, it features True Tone tech that allows adjusting white balance. Its peak brightness is 625 nits. It supports Dolby Vision and HDR10. Also, it has Haptic Touch support seen in newer iPhone models.

Platform: The phone packs A13 Bionic chip found in iPhone 11 models. Available in 64GB, 125GB and 256GB models, the phone is protected by a sapphire crystal. It offers a Touch ID button instead of the Face ID support. But it lacks 3.5mm headphone jack.

Camera: It comes with a single 12-MP camera sensor with f/1.8 aperture + OIS at the rear. LED True Tone flash with Slow Sync is also provided for better experience. It can record 4K video at up to 60fps. Additionally, it has Smart HDR for photos. But the single camera has amazing features like Portrait mode. The front camera is a 7-MP shutter with an f/2.2 aperture for selfies and video chat.

iPhone SE (2020) cost

In India, the price will start at Rs. 42,500 for 64GB variant and go up to Rs. 47,800 for 128GB storage variant, and Rs. 58,300 for the 256GB storage variant. But the company is silent on India availability of the phones.

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