Bhopal (MP), May 06 (ANI): To break the chain of transmission of coronavirus in Madhya Pradesh, Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on May 06 announced a strict lockdown (Janta Curfew) in the state till May 15. "To break the chain of transmission of corona in the state we have to completely shut everything till May 15, strict 'Janta Curfew'. We can't shut things for too long but with more than 18 % positivity we can't remain open," said CM Shivraj.
A doctor who continued to treat his patients despite losing his father to Covid, a Delhi cop who postponed daughter's wedding to help citizens in performing last rites of coronavirus victims, communities who are serving free food to Covid patients - there are some inspiring stories about good Samaritans who have decided to do their bit to minimise the blow of pandemic to many and these acts of kindness restore your faith in humanity. Let's have a look at some such stories in this special video.
As the virus mutates further, a third wave of Covid infection is inevitable and it is necessary to be prepared for new waves, the government's Principal Scientific Advisor K Vijay Raghavan has warned. watch the video for his full statement about new variants and need for Covid-appropriate behaviour.
Meerut (UP), May 06 (ANI): In view of COVID-19, around 280 jail inmates will be released on bail or parole from Meerut Jail. Inmates above 45-60 years of age have also been vaccinated. "Around 280 jail inmates to be released on bail or parole, in view of COVID. Regular sanitisation conducted in jail premises. The jail inmates are served immunity boosting 'kadha'. Inmates above 45 and 60 years of age have been vaccinated," said Senior Jail Superintendent of Meerut District Jail, BD Pandey.
Noida (UP), May 06 (ANI): In an effort to beat coronavirus and increase the treatment, Noida authority set up 50-bed makeshift COVID-19 hospital in the region. All 50 beds are supported with supply of medical oxygen. The facility is likely to go functional by May 08.
New Delhi, May 05 (ANI): Replying to a question whether a nationwide lockdown is the only solution amid the rise in COVID-19 cases, NITI Aayog member Doctor VK Paul on May 05 said, "If anything more is required those options are always being discussed. There's already a guideline to states to impose restrictions to suppress chain of transmission."
Kolkata, May 05 (ANI): BJP President JP Nadda, while condemning the post-poll violence in West Bengal, said that the brutal incidents reminded him of the partition days. "I condemn the brutal killings which have taken place after the results. We also stand by the people of Bengal and all citizens residing in Bengal with whom such incidents took place. This makes me remember the partition days," said Nadda
New Delhi, May 05 (ANI): A special cargo with 1056 ventilators and 43 oxygen concentrators arrived from Australia to India on May 05. Arindam Bagchi, official spokesperson, the Ministry of External Affairs expressed gratitude to Australia for this gesture and said it would further strengthen comprehensive strategic partnership between India and Australia.
Kolkata, May 05 (ANI): BJP president JP Nadda alleged West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's involvement in post-poll violence and said her silence for 36 hours is in itself is a proof. "The manner in which massacre and brutal killings took place and the manner in which the acting CM stayed silent for 36 hours speaks of her involvement. Mamata ji's silence speaks about her involvement and she starts her third term with blood on her hands," said Nadda.
New Delhi, May 05 (ANI): Government on May 05 clarified that this COVID-19 is not spreading through animals, it's human to human transmission. First such incident reported in India that 8 Asiatic lions at Hyderabad zoo tested COVID positive.
Kolkata, May 05 (ANI): As West Bengal is witnessing political violence in parts of the state soon after assembly election results were announced, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee condemned the incidents of violence, and said such incidents cannot be tolerated. She, however, blamed the BJP for these incidents, saying there is "more disturbance" in place where the opposition party has won. "No such incident can be tolerated. There is more disturbance in places where BJP has won. BJP is circulating about fake incidents through old videos. My appeal to all political parties is to stop this. You all have done a lot during elections. Bengal is a place of unity,"
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will initiate several measures to combat economic turbulence unleashed by the resurgence of Covid-19. In a virtual address, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das announced a number of liquidity enhancement and targeted measures to ease the build of economic strain seen recently. Watch the video for three key announcements.
New Delhi, May 05 (ANI): An Oxygen Express train carrying tankers of liquid medical oxygen reached Delhi on May 05. The train arrived from Jamnagar's Hapa at 2 am in the national capital. Delhi received 244 tonnes more oxygen in which 103.6 MT liquid oxygen. The train had 5 tankers.
New Delhi, May 04 (ANI): DRDO Chairman G Satheesh Reddy on May 04 said through PM Cares Fund, 500 oxygen plants will be established in various districts, at least one plant will be set up in each district in the coming three months. "Through PM Cares Fund we've ordered 380 plants from Tata Advanced Systems Limited and Trident Pneumatics Pvt. Ltd and 120 plants from CSIR industries. The first 5 plants will be established in Delhi of them two are being installed at AIIMSandRML Hospital," he said.
Mumbai, May 04 (ANI): Speaking on COVID-19 situation in Maharashtra, State Health Minister Rajesh Tope on May 04 said, "Few centres were closed yesterday due to doses' shortage. Got 9 lakh vials today, to last for 2-3 days. 1 lakh inoculated so far in 18-44 age groups. Order placed for 18.5 lakh vaccines (Covishield and Covaxin).
New Delhi, May 04 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a virtual summit with his UK counterpart Boris Johnson on May 04. Speaking on the talks between the two leaders, MEA Joint Secretary (Europe West), Sandeep Chakraborty today said, "India and UK agreed to substantially strengthen defence and security engagement, including in the maritime domain, counter-terrorism and cyberspace. UK has also recently come up with integrated review on security, defence and foreign policy which identifies India as a key partner."
South 24 Parganas (WB), May 04 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief JP Nadda on May 02 visited residence of party worker Haran Adhikari, who was allegedly killed by TMC workers. Speaking to mediapersons, Nadda said, "After the results, TMC goons went to the house of Haran Adhikari (BJP worker), vandalised it, threatened women and children, attacked them, and broke his wife's teeth. They then dragged Adhikari out of his house and beat him up. He died." "Mamata, what your party did after winning, speaks about your belief in democracy. TMC workers and leaders are saying that all these incidents on social media are fake. You've seen how Haran Adhikari's wife and son were crying. I request media to tell truth to the nation," he added. BJP Chief is on a two-day visit to the state.
New Delhi, May 04 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a virtual summit with his UK counterpart Boris Johnson on May 04. Speaking on the talks between the two leaders, MEA Joint Secretary (Europe West), Sandeep Chakraborty today said, "The two leaders (PM Modi and UK PM) also discussed the global pandemic situation and ongoing cooperation in the fight against it. PM Modi thanked PM Johnson for prompt medical assistance provided UK, in wake of severe 2nd wave in India." "UK was one of the first to respond, sending critical medical equipment, like oxygen concentrators, cylinders, ventilators, amongst others. The successful vaccine partnership through Oxford/AstraZeneca-SII collaboration was also discussed," he added.
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