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'Corona' sweets pop up at Kolkata confectionery to 'digest' the virus

Kolkata, Apr 07 (ANI): Even as the country has not reached midway in its fight against coronavirus, a sweet shop owner in Kolkata has come up with 'corona' sweets which look like the coronavirus to "uplift the spirit" of the people in these testing times. Cakes, cupcakes and other desserts were designed in shape of coronavirus, and according to the shop owner, the idea behind it was to tell people to fight and digest the virus and not vice versa. "Thousands of people are dying due to the coronavirus. It's a message to uplift the spirit of people that we will fight and digest corona and not vice versa," the shop owner said.

Watch: Army soldier explains how operation Rangdouri Behak unfolded

Srinagar (JandK), Apr 07 (ANI): An Indian Army Special Forces soldier who took part in operation Rangdouri Behak in Keran sector on the Line of Control explained how JCO Subedar Sanjeev Kumar and his team eliminated the terrorists in close quarter combat after they had face off with terrorist.

Higher dietary fibre intake in young women may reduce breast cancer risk: Study

New Delhi, Apr 07 (ANI): Young women who eat high-fibre foods in their adolescence, especially fruits and vegetables may have significantly lower breast cancer risk than those who eat less dietary fibre when young, suggested a recent study. The new large-scale study led by researchers at Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health was published online in the journal Pediatrics. Breast cancer risk was 12 per cent to 19 per cent lower among women who ate more dietary fibre in early adulthood, depending on how much more they ate. High intake of fibre during adolescence was also associated with 16 per cent lower risks of overall breast cancer and 24 per cent lower risk of breast cancer before menopause. Among all the women, there was a strong inverse association between fibre intake and breast cancer incidence.

Uber partners Flipkart to deliver essential supplies to customers

New Delhi, Apr 07(ANI): Uber announced that it is tying up with e-commerce giant Flipkart to provide delivery of essential supplies to customers during the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. In an official blog, Prabhjeet Singh, Director - Operations, and Head of Cities, Uber India and South Asia wrote that the company will facilitate the delivery of supplies to consumers across Delhi, Mumbai. The money earned through these deliveries will be given to the drivers. The latest effort follows Uber's similar initiatives with BigBasket and Spencer's Retail for the last-mile delivery service.

Lucknow Zoo on high alert after tiger tests positive for coronavirus in US

Lucknow (UP), Apr 07 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow zoo is on high alert after a tiger tested positive for coronavirus in United States on April 06. A tiger at New York's Bronx Zoo has tested positive for COVID-19. The tiger coronavirus case in US has tossed the theory of the virus not transmitting in animals.

NGO helps the needy amid rising mercury in Odisha

Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Apr 07 (ANI): Amid the rising temperature coupled with the coronavirus lockdown, Sankalp - a non-governmental organisation - helped the needy people in Bhubaneswar. The young volunteers of the NGO distributed essential items to the needy that live on the footpath. They also provided mask and coconut water to the police officials who were on duty. Government of India has imposed nationwide lockdown in wake of coronavirus till April 14.

Aarey villages in Mumbai shut themselves for outsiders amid coronavirus scare

Mumbai, Apr 07 (ANI): Villages in Mumbai's Aarey have been completely shut for outsiders amid coronavirus pandemic. 3 villages in Aarey - Kelti Pada, Maroshi Pada and Sai Bangoda - shut themselves for outsiders. Total population of these villages is above 2000. Villagers are taking all precautionary measures to fight this dreadful disease.

People felicitate sanitation workers in WB's Asansol to express gratitude

Asansol (West Bengal), Apr 06 (ANI): Ever since coronavirus has hit the country, sanitation workers have continued their work with full dedication despite all odds. People in West Bengal's Asansol expressed their gratitude towards sanitation workers. Residents of Kumarpur area in Asansol felicitated sanitation workers in their locality today, for their services amid coronavirus pandemic. A total number of COVID-19 has mounted to 80 in the state of West Bengal including three deaths and 10 cured.

India's efforts have set an example before world in tackling coronavirus pandemic: PM Modi

New Delhi, Apr 06 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that India's efforts have set an example before world in tackling coronavirus pandemic. "India's efforts have set an example before the world in tackling coronavirus pandemic. India is one of the countries which understood seriousness of this disease and waged a timely war against it. India took several decisions and tried its best to implement them on ground," PM Modi said.

Newborn baby boy in UP's Rampur named 'Covid'

Rampur (Uttar Pradesh), Apr 06 (ANI): A woman who was staying at quarantine in Uttar Pradesh's Rampur has named her newborn baby boy as 'Covid'. Due to lockdown, the couple was returning to their home in Nepal. However, Uttar Pradesh administration stopped them and asked them to stay in quarantine till the lockdown ends. Woman's husband is a migrant worker, who was working at a hotel in Faridabad.

With 693 COVID-19 cases in 24 hrs, number raises to 4067 in country: Health Ministry

New Delhi, Apr 06 (ANI): Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Joint Secretary Lav Agarwal on April 06 informed about the current status of COVID-19 cases in the country and Centre and state governments preparations over it. He said that 291 people have recovered from COVID-19 and 4067 cases have been recorded till yet in which 1445 cases are from Tablighi Jamaat attendees. "693 new COVID-19 cases have been reported in the last 24 hours, taking the total number to 4067 in India out of which 1445 cases are related to Jablighi Jamaat. 76 per cent cases have been reported in males and 24 per cent in females," he said.

Attempt to murder charge for COVID-19 patient who spit on someone: Himachal Pradesh DGP

Shimla (HP), Apr 06 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh's Director General of Police (DGP) SR Mardi on April 06 informed and warned the COVID-19 patients, who are deliberately spitting on others to infect them. He said that the state police is going to file against the COVID-19 patients if they spit on someone under section 307 which is section of attempt to murder. If the person who has been spat upon dies, the coronavirus positive person will be charged with murder case.

Prez, VP, Guv of States voluntarily decided to take pay cut as social responsibility: Prakash Javadekar

New Delhi, Apr 06 (ANI): While addressing the media after Cabinet Meeting, Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar informed that the President, Vice President, Governors of States have voluntarily decided to take a pay cut as a social responsibility. He also informed that the money will go to Consolidated Fund of India.

Additional Rs 3,000 cr released from National Health Mission Funds for states: Health Ministry

New Delhi, Apr 06 (ANI): Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Joint Secretary Lav Agarwal on April 06 informed about the current status of COVID-19 cases in the country and Centre and state governments preparations over it. He said, "Rs 1100 crores have already been released from National Health Mission Funds for the states. Also an additional amount of Rs 3000 crores has been released today."

Two people disguise as doctors enter Gaya hospital's COVID-19 ward

Gaya (Bihar), Apr 06 (ANI): In a recent incident happened in Gaya, two people disguised as doctors at Anugrah Narayan Magadh Medical College and Hospital (ANMMCH) and entered into coronavirus specialised ward. Reportedly, the fraudsters also gave some medicines to coronavirus patients. Later, they were caught by the hospital staff and were handed over to the police. A total of 30 positive cases have been confirmed in Bihar as of now.

Higher mortal risk associated to elderly if they get infected from COVID-19: Health Ministry

New Delhi, Apr 06 (ANI): Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Joint Secretary Lav Agarwal on April 06 informed about the age distribution of mortality among the COVDI-19 patients. He said that 63 per cent deaths have been reported with people 60-years and above, 30 per cent deaths reported between people from 40-60 years and seven per cent deaths have been recorded in people below 40 years.

Nagpur hotel opens its door to serve COVID-19 worriers

Nagpur (Maharashtra), Apr 06 (ANI): Nation is under lockdown and fighting a war against COVID-19, the health workers, who are dealing with the patients of the dreadful virus, are more vulnerable and their families are also in the continuous fear of infection. Considering the worry, hotel Centre Point of Nagpur city is giving accommodation to nurses, doctors and health workers. The hotel is also providing food and cab facilities for their comfort. Maharashtra has become one of the hubs of coronavirus cases, there are over 650 positive cases in the state till now.

PM Modi appeals to BJP workers to contribute to PM-CARES Fund

New Delhi, Apr 06 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers on the party's 40th foundation day. PM Modi appealed to party workers to contribute to 'Prime Minister's Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations Fund' (PM-CARES Fund) in the wake of coronavirus pandemic. PM Narendra Modi said, "Our mothers and sisters gave their jewellery during wars in the past. The current situation is in no means less than a war. It is a war to save the humanity. I appeal to every BJP worker to contribute to PM-CARES Fund and to motivate 40 others for the same."

Cabinet approves temporary suspension of MPLAD Fund of MPs

New Delhi, Apr 06 (ANI): While addressing the media after Cabinet Meeting, Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar informed that the cabinet has approved temporary suspension of MPLAD Fund of MPs during 2020-21 and 2021-22 for managing health and adverse impact of outbreak of COVID-19 in India. He further added, "The consolidated amount of MPLAD Funds for 2 years - Rs 7,900 crores - will go to Consolidated Fund of India".

Congress distributes ration to Hindu refugees from Pakistan living in Delhi

New Delhi, Apr 06 (ANI): Indian Youth Congress workers distributed ration among Hindu refugees from Pakistan living at Majlis Park in Delhi. One of the Congress party workers said, "We are distributing ration on the call of Rahul Gandhi, we have given ration to 165 refugee families."