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Structural reforms in key sectors announced by FM will be dramatic change for future: FICCI

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) reacted over the announcements made by Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman in the fourth installment of economic package announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the view of coronavirus.Secretary General of FICCI, Dilip Chenoy said, "Announcements made by Finance Minister today are significant and can have dramatic change for future of India. They are focusing on simplifying processes, attracting investment, creating jobs and improving productivity."

Husband threatens to kill wife after she request him for COVID-19 test

Hisar (Haryana), May 16 (ANI): A Husband in Haryana's Hisar district threatened to kill wife after she request him for COVID-19 test. However, the wife lodged a complaint against husband. The police arrested the man and took his sample for the coronavirus."The woman wanted the man to get tested for COVID-19 after his return from Bathinda," said Hisar Civil Lines SHO Jaswant Singh.

FM Sitharaman announces easing of restrictions on utilisation of Indian airspace

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharam announced easing of restrictions on utilisation of Indian airspace while addressing the media on fourth tranche of Rs 20 lakh crore stimulus package. "Restrictions on the utilisation of Indian airspace will be eased so that civilian flying becomes more efficient," said Nirmala Sitharaman. "Airports Authority of India has awarded 3 airports out of 6 bid for operation and maintenance on Public-Private Partnership (PPP) basis. Additional investment by private players in 12 airports in first and second rounds expected around Rs 13,000 crores," Finance Minister further said.

COVID-19: CM Soren thanks TATA TRUSTS for its assistance

Ranchi (Jharkhand), May 16 (ANI): Transforming Rural India Foundation (TRI) of TATA TRUSTS on May 16 joined hands with the Jharkhand government on fight against COVID-19. It gave 8,400 PPE kits and other health protection equipments to the Government. Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren thanked the TRI for its assistance during the time of pandemic. TRI officially joined hands to provide PPE Kits (8400), Gloves (87438 pairs), Triple-Layer Masks (72338), Kits for SHG leaders and PRI members (5000) and Dry Ration Kits for PVTG (10000) on ground.

Rahul Gandhi facilitates travel of 25 migrant workers

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on May 16 interacted with migrant labourers and arranged vehicle for around 25 migrant workers in New Delhi. Congress volunteers are going to drop migrant workers to their homes. "Rahul Gandhi came and met us half an hour back. He booked the vehicle for us and said the cab will drop us to our homes. He gave us food, water and mask," said Devendra, a migrant labourer. Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee, Chief Anil Chaudhary, "They were being detained, later, police allowed them to leave."

FM announces atomic energy related reforms

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Finance Minister on May 16 announced reforms related to atomic energy sector. "There shall be a research reactor in Private Partnership (PPP) model only for the production of medical isotopes. Technology Development cum Incubation centres will be set up for fostering synergy between research facilities and tech entrepreneurs," said Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.FM Nirmala Sitharaman made this statement while addressing media about fourth installment of economic package announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the view of coronavirus.

DMs to arrange buses for migrant workers coming on foot: UP ADG

Lucknow (UP), May 16 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Additional Director General of Police (Law and Order) PV Ramasastry on May 16 reacted on migrant workers, who are coming to state walking. He said, "All district magistrates have been instructed to arrange buses for migrant workers, who are found walking on foot, to send them to their homes."

Veterans welcome Centre's decision to raise FDI in Defence manufacturing

NOIDA (UP)/ New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced raise in FDI from 49 percent to 74 percent in Defence manufacturing, while unveiling fourth tranche of Rs 20 lakh crore stimulus package announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Retired Army personnel welcomed the step taken by the government. Major General (Retd) SB Asthana said that the policy reforms are welcomed and these reforms will go a long way as far as the self reliance and defence production is concerned. LT General (Retd) Gurmit Singh also hailed the decision and said that it's a health sign for the defence sector.

Tihar Jail distributes food to needy

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Amid lockdown, Tihar Jail is distributing food to the needy. Underpriviledged are being served surplus food by prison authorities. Jail has also released prisoners with ailments on parole or bail amid COVID-19 spread.

Outer space missions to be open for private sector: FM Sitharaman

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Centre government has allowed the private sector to use Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) facilities for future projects of planetary exploration and outer space. "The private sector will be allowed to use ISRO facilities and other relevant assets to improve their capacities. Future projects for planetary exploration, outer space travel to be open for the private sector," said FM Nirmala Sitharaman, while addressing media about fourth installment of economic package announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the view of coronavirus.

Power distribution companies to be privatised in UTs: FM Sitharaman

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman announced privatisation of power distribution companies in Union Territories of India. "Sub-optimal performance of power distribution and supply, power departments/utilities in Union Territories will be privatized," said FM Nirmala Sitharaman. Finance Minister announced the Centre's move while briefing media on fourth tranche of economic package announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the view of coronavirus.

449 Shramik special trains brought 5,64,000 migrants home: UP Govt

Lucknow (UP), May 16 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Awanish K Awasthi on May 16 briefed media about total number of Shramik special trains which brought migrant workers back to the state. He said that 449 trains, most in the country, brought 5,64,000 migrant workers home.

COVID-19 cases tally reaches 4,140 in UP

Lucknow (UP), May 16 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Principal Health Secretary Amit Mohan Prasad on May 16 informed about the current numbers of COVID-19 patients in the state. He said, "The total number of positive cases in the state so far is 4140, a total number of 95 people in the state have died due to COVID-19, so far."

FM Nirmala Sitharaman announces commercial mining in coal sector

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman on May 16 unveiled fourth installment of Rs 20 lakh crore stimulus package announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. FM Sitharaman announced commercial mining in coal sector. "We are bringing in commercial mining in coal sector, government monopoly is now being removed," said the Finance Minister.

FDI raised in Defence manufacturing: FM Sitharaman

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced raise in FDI of Defence manufacturing, while unveiling fourth tranche of Rs 20 lakh crore stimulus package announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. "Foreign Direct Investment limit in Defence manufacturing under automatic route is being raised from 49 percent to 74 percent ," said Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.'MakeInIndia' for self-reliance in defence production - we will notify a list of weapons/platforms for ban on import with year wise timelines. There will be indigenisation of imported spares," said Finance Minister.

COVID-19: UP announces assistance number '18001805145' for people experiencing symptoms

Lucknow (UP), May 16 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Principal Health Secretary Amit Mohan Prasad on May 16 informed about the helpline number 18001805145 for people experiencing cough, fever, breathlessness. "Our experts will give you advice that if you need to stay at home or get yourself tested," said Prasad.

5 liquor smugglers arrested in AP's Chittoor

Chittoor (AP), May 16 (ANI): Chittoor Police during vehicle checking on May 15 caught five persons who were trying to smuggle liquor from Andhra Pradesh to Tamil Nadu. Police found five persons travelling in an SUV carrying 7 full bottles, 3 half bottles and 120 quarter bottles of liquor. FIR has been registered, further investigation is underway.

Fire breaks out at car workshop in Kerala's Kozhikode

Kozhikode (Kerala), May 16 (ANI): A massive fire broke out at a car workshop in Kerala's Kozhikode on May 16. Fire tenders rushed to the spot to douse the flames. No injuries have been reported so far. Further details are awaited.

People stand in long queues to get liquor in Rameswaram

Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu), May 16 (ANI): People were seen standing in long queues outside a government-run TASMAC (liquor) shop in Rameswaram on May 16. State govt allowed reopening of government-run liquor shops from May 16 from 10 am till 5 pm. The shop vendors have to follow the token system to sell liquor.

Return of health workers to North-eastern states is problematic: AMRI Hospital CEO

Kolkata, May 16 (ANI): Kolkata's AMRI Hospital CEO Rupak Barua raised concerns on returning of health staffs who belong to North eastern states. "Northeast govt particularly Manipur and Tripura have asked their health workers working in different states to return to their native states amid COVID-19 lockdown. This is a major problem here because we are quite dependent on them," said Barua.