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PM Modi spoke 'very well' about Ghulam Azad in Parliament: Rajiv Shukla

New Delhi, Feb 09 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in the national capital on February 09, the member of Congress Working Committee (CWC), Rajiv Shukla said, "Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke very well about Ghulam Nabi Azad ji today in the Parliament. It was an emotional moment for everyone." "Deep Sidhu must have been arrested much earlier and he got arrested quite late," he added.

Glacier burst: Rescue teams working day-night, saving lives is biggest challenge, says Pokhriyal

New Delhi, Feb 09 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in the national capital on February 09, the Union Cabinet Minister for Education, Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank spoke on Uttarakhand glacier disaster. Pokhriyal said, "Teams of Indian Army, NDRF, ITBP and SDRF are working day-night amid challenging situations to rescue people. Saving lives is the biggest challenge right now. Search is underway for missing people." "206 people were missing, of which 31 bodies have been found," he added.

33 states, UTs have less than 5,000 active COVID-19 cases: Health Ministry

New Delhi, Feb 09 (ANI): As many as 33 states and UTs in the country have less than 5,000 active COVID-19 cases, said Union Health Ministry on February 09 adding that only two states, Maharashtra and Kerala have more than 35,000 active cases. "There 33 states and union territories that have less than 5,000 active cases of coronavirus. There are 15 states and union territories that haven't reported deaths in last 24 hours. There are 7 states and union territories that haven't reported deaths in last 3 weeks," said Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan.

'Remarkable' that no COVID death reported in last 24 hrs in Delhi: NITI Aayog

New Delhi, Feb 09 (ANI): NITI Aayog member Dr VK Paul on February 09 has informed that no death reported in the last 24 hours in the national capital. "It is remarkable that no death has been reported due to COVID-19 in Delhi in the last 24 hours," said Paul. Delhi reported 1,096 new active cases in the last 24 hours.

Can't indefinitely keep on scheduling, rescheduling healthcare workers: Health Ministry

New Delhi, Feb 09 (ANI): States and Union Territories have been advised that all healthcare workers must be scheduled at least once for vaccination by Feb 20, informed Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan. "We can't indefinitely keep on scheduling and rescheduling healthcare workers. States and Union Territories have been advised that all healthcare workers must be scheduled at least once for vaccination by Feb 20. Timelines are communicated to states," said Health Ministry.

'Will miss everyone': Ghulam Nabi Azad who soon retires as RS MP

New Delhi, Feb 09 (ANI): Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad who soon retires as Rajya Sabha MP said that he will miss everybody, right from the gatekeeper of the Parliament to those inside the chamber, the chairman, the secretariat and all members of the Parliament. Azad term as a Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament is going to end on February 15.

'Shahtoot Dam will provide drinking water facility to Kabul': PM Modi

New Delhi, Feb 09 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani held summit-level talks. The event took place via video conferencing on February 09. While addressing at the event, PM Modi said, "Both India and Afghanistan want to see the region free of terrorism." On signing of MoU on construction of Shahtoot dam, the PM added, "We are happy that Shahtoot Dam will provide drinking water facility to Kabul and also be used for irrigation purpose."

Passion trumps pandemic: Times we ignored safety norms to protest, compete

The coronavirus pandemic is far from over. The head of the World Health Organization said the emergence of new Covid-19 variants has raised questions about whether existing vaccines will work or not, raising concerns that the vaccines developed so far may be less effective against the variant first detected in South Africa. Despite pandemic fears, we have witnessed how people have ignored safety concerns and gathered in large numbers to demonstrate, compete and protest across the world, in the recent past. Watch the video to take a look at such instances when people had little or no regard for Covid safety norms.

Chamoli glacier burst: 'Death toll mounts to 28', informs CM Rawat

Chamoli (Uttarakhand), Feb 09 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in Chamoli district on February 09, Uttarakhand CM Trivendra Singh Rawat said, "About 35 people are stuck inside the tunnel, we are trying to drill and make way via rope to reach them. We have recovered 2 more bodies, total death count 28 so far." "Rescue team has managed to reach Malari Valley area through rope and now necessary packages, ration can be sent easily. Earlier, only a limited stock could be supplied via helicopter but there won't be any problem now," he added. A flash flood triggered due to glacier burst on February 07 in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district.

Watch: Uttarakhand CM conducts aerial survey of areas affected due to glacier disaster

Onboard, Feb 09 (ANI): Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Trivendra Singh Rawat conducted an aerial survey on February 09. He monitored the areas affected due to glacier disaster in Chamoli district. CM Rawat also visited the ITBP hospital in Joshimath, Chamoli today, where injured people are admitted. Around 170 people are still missing and several died following glacier burst, which took place on Feb 07.

Uttarakhand CM takes stock of situation in affected areas due to glacier disaster in Chamoli

Joshimath (Uttarakhand), Feb 09 (ANI): Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Trivendra Singh Rawat took stock of the situation in affected areas due to glacier disaster in Chamoli district. Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) ADG Western Command, Manoj Singh Rawat has also accompanied CM Rawat. CM Rawat also interacted with the locals.

India-US joint military exercise 'Yudh Abhyas 20' commenced in Rajasthan

Bikaner (Rajasthan), Feb 09 (ANI): As part of defence cooperation, soldiers from India and the United States participated in a joint military exercise 'Yudh Abhyas 20.' The joint exercise started from February 08 and will go on to February 20 at the Mahajan Field Firing Range (MFFR) in Rajasthan. According to an official release by the US Embassy in India, this US Army Pacific-sponsored exercise involves approximately 250 US Army and 250 Indian Army soldiers. This annual training exercise enhances combined interoperability capabilities through training and cultural exchange, which foster enduring partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region through common defence objectives. 'Yudh Abhyas 20' provides excellent opportunities for professional and cultural exchanges that strengthen partnership through shared learning and training. Training commences with expert academic exchanges and professional development workshops that focus on training at the corps-level and below, combat against conventi

Watch: Rescue operation continues at Tapovan tunnel in Chamoli

Chamoli (Uttarakhand), Feb 09 (ANI): Rescue operation continued at Tapovan tunnel in Uttarakhand's Chamoli on February 09. SDRF personnel along with members of other rescue teams have engaged into an operation and are taking care of the entire rescue operation. Speaking on the operation, Dehradun's ITBP DIG, Aparna Kumar said, "The operation was carried out the entire night and is still under progress. A lot of debris has been removed. We have not been able to establish any contact till now." A flash flood triggered due to glacier burst on February 07 in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district where around 170 people are still missing.

Watch: Sick lady rescued and airlifted from Chamoli

Chamoli (Uttarakhand), Feb 09 (ANI): Rescue work is underway in Uttarakhand's Chamoli. A sick lady was airlifted from the site after she was rescued by the rescue operation forces. A flash flood triggered due to glacier burst on February 07 in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district where around 170 people are still missing.

Android Beta users get new 'Mute Video' feature on WhatsApp

New Delhi, Feb 09 (ANI): American cross-platform centralized messaging application WhatsApp is finally rolling out a new feature for its beta testers on Android where users would be able to mute videos before sending it a contact. According to Mashable, WhatsApp is rolling out this feature for users having a beta build. It might also appear in a previous update but it's very recommended to update to the latest 2.21.3.13 beta update to enjoy the feature. The option to mute the videos will be available on the "edit video" section on the app. This feature is great for times when you want to share the video with others but doesn't want people to listen to the audio. Earlier it wasn't possible for users to test this feature even if they were on the beta program as it was under development. But now, Android beta users will be able to test out the feature given that the company has started rolling it out.WhatsApp is constantly bringing out new features to better the overall user experience on

Chamoli Disaster: CM Yogi Adityanath holds high-level meeting at his residence

Lucknow (UP), Feb 09 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a high level meeting over the Chamoli glacier burst at his residence in Lucknow on February 08. After the meeting Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Awanish Awasthi informed about the toll free number issued by the government for people seeking for any information of their close ones. "CM conducted a high level meeting over glacier burst in Chamoli in Uttarakhand. A toll free no. 1070 and Whatsapp no. 9454441036 has been established for people of Uttar Pradesh. CM has also ordered to set up state control room at Haridwar," said AK Awasthi while speaking to media.

Chamoli Disaster: ITBP team to carry out rescue operation overnight at Tapovan tunnel

Chamoli (Uttarakhand), Feb 08 (ANI): Rescue work is underway at Tapovan tunnel in Uttarakhand's Joshimath. ITBP team will work overnight at the site. Team is working towards removing the debris and slush from to clear the way in tunnel. A flash flood triggered due to glacier burst on February 07 in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district where at least 10 people have died and around 170 people are still missing.

Watch: AIADMK cadres welcome Sasikala in Kanchipuram

Kanchipuram (TN), Feb 09 (ANI): AIADMK leader Sasikala reached Kanchipuram on the night of February 08. Party cadres welcomed Sasikala with high great zeal and enthusiasm. They showered flower petals on her vehicle. Hundreds of supporters came out on road with party flags, Sasikala's posters and flower bouquets.

278 BSF jawans vaccinated against COVID-19 in Gurugram

Gurugram (Haryana), Feb 09 (ANI): Border Security Force (BSF) personnel on February 08 were administered COVID-19 vaccine jabs at 95 BN BSF Campus in Gurugram's Bhondsi. 278 BSF personnel were inoculated at the centre. As of February 8, a total of 60,35,660 beneficiaries have been vaccinated in the country, out of which 54,12,270 are healthcare workers. So far, 6,23,390 frontline workers have been vaccinated since February 2. On February 08, vaccination sessions were organised in 35 states and Union Territories and 2,23,298 people have been vaccinated till 6 pm.

COVID-19: India becomes fastest country to vaccinate 6 million beneficiaries, informs Health Ministry

New Delhi, Feb 08 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in the national capital on February 08, the Additional Secretary of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Dr Manohar Agnani said, "As on February 08, the total vaccination is 60,35,660 till 06:00 pm, out of which healthcare workers who have been vaccinated are 54,12,270. So far, 6,23,390 frontline workers have been vaccinated since February 02." "India has become the fastest country to vaccinate 6 million beneficiaries countrywide. This feat was achieved in just 24 days. USA took 26 days to reach this mark whereas the UK achieved this in 46 days," he added.