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Watch: People climb boundary walls, provide chits to students writing class 10th exam in Maharashtra's Yavatmal

Yavatmal (Maharashtra), Mar 04 (ANI): People were seen climbing the boundary walls and providing chits to students, writing their class X Matriculation examination. The examination was being held at Zila Parishad School of Mahagaon in Yavatmal district. Maharashtra Board exams started from March 03.

81 patients tested positive for Swine Flu in Meerut including 20 PAC jawans: CMO

Meerut (Uttar Pradesh), Mar 04 (ANI): Chief Medical Officer of Meerut, Dr Rajkumar said that 81 patients have been tested positive for Swine Flu in Meerut including 20 PAC jawans. He said, "Till now, 81 patients have been tested positive for Swine Flu in Meerut including 20 PAC jawans. 11 PAC jawans have been discharged from the hospital while other 9 PAC jawans will be discharged after 5 days. Till now, 387 people have been tested for Swine Flu."

Area where coronavirus-hit techie stayed in Hyderabad sanitised

Hyderabad, Mar 04 (ANI): In a bid to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) on Tuesday undertook a sanitisation drive in the area where the techie who tested positive for the virus stayed. Disinfectant was sprayed on the streets of Ravi colony, Mahindra Hills, in Hyderabad city where the 24-year-old man resided. The COVID-19 positive patient has been kept in an isolation ward at a state-run hospital in Hyderabad and is undergoing treatment. Telangana health authorities have said that his condition is stable and they are taking all measures to see that the infection doesn't spread. The first confirmed case of novel coronavirus in the state was reported on Monday when the 24-year-old man, who had come in contact with some Hong Kong citizens while he was in Dubai on February 17, tested positive for the virus. After arriving in Bengaluru on February 20, he left for Hyderabad by bus on February 22. He was first admitted to a private hospital af

One of the MLAs held in Gurugram back, others will also return to us: Digvijaya Singh

Gurugram Haryana/ Delhi, Mar 04 (ANI): In the wake of allegations against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of holding back few MLAs against their will at a hotel in Gurugram, Congress leader Digvijaya Singh said that one of those lawmakers, suspended BSP MLA Ramabai has come back with despite BJP leaders trying to stop her. He said, "When we got to know, Jitu Patwari and Jaivardhan Singh went there. People with whom our contact was established were ready to come back to us. We were able to get in touch with Bisahulal Singh and Ramabai. Ramabai came back, even when BJP tried to stop her."

Coronavirus cases outside of China surge to 10,000: WHO

New Delhi, Mar 04 (ANI): The World Health Organization (WHO) has registered over 1,700 new cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) infection outside of China while the total number of infected people has exceeded 10,000. The WHO, in its coronavirus disease situation report, said that the number of confirmed cases outside of China had risen by 1,792 to 10,566 in 72 countries. It said the death toll outside of China had gone up by 37 to 166. According to the WHO, the number of confirmed cases in China stands at 80,304, the death count has reached 2,946. The overall number of COVID-19 cases worldwide has increased by 1,922 to 90,870. In India, Union Health Ministry informed that six positive cases have been registered so far. According to Health Ministry, the fresh cases of COVID-19 have been reported from New Delhi, Telangana, Rajasthan and three from Kerala.

Rachakonda Police seizes 450 kg marijuana in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Mar 04 (ANI): Rachakonda Police seized around 450 kg marijuana in Hyderabad on March 03. Cops busted marijuana from two different areas. Three accused are in police custody and three more accused need to be arrested in the smuggling case. Mobile phones have also been recovered from their custody.

People celebrate grand 'Laddu Holi' in Mathura

Barsana (UP), March 04 (ANI): The festival of colours is around the corner and Mathura is all set to host tourists from across the globe. Known for celebrating festivities with great enthusiasm, people celebrated 'Laddu Holi' in Mathura's Barsana on March 03. Holi festivities kicked off as swarm of people gathered in historic village to enjoy splash of colours.

Walls of Pune building turn powerhouse

Pune (Maharashtra), Mar 04 (ANI): This solar panel-walled building in Pune generates about 14 units of electricity every day. The building named as 'Experience Centre' is located at Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU). It is first of its kind walls in the country which generate electricity using sunlight.

Soaps or sanitisers? What fights coronavirus better

New Delhi, Mar 04 (ANI): In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, health-specialists have been emphasising upon the importance of keeping your hands germ-free, either through the use of soaps or hand sanitisers. The New York Post talked to Dr Nahid Bhadelia from Boston Medical Center, about the effectiveness, appropriate usage and correct choice of hand cleaning products that provide protection against COVID-19. Meticulous hand washing is your best bet to get rid of the grime that clings to the hand, that might harbour nasty pathogens, including the coronavirus. Clean hands are "also going to protect you from other infectious diseases, too, like the flu and diarrheal diseases," said Dr Bhadelia to New York Post. According to the American Food and Drug Administration (FDA), there isn't enough scientific evidence available to suggest that antibacterial soaps are any better than their normal counterparts for disease prevention. The New York Post suggests that, in situations where washing your

Facebook rebuilds Messenger to make it more responsive on iOS

New Delhi, Mar 04 (ANI): Facebook launched Messenger in 2011 and now it has decided to make the app simpler, faster, and smaller by reducing its core code and redesigning its features. In an official blog, the company explained how adding features such as video calling, GIFs, and location sharing made Messenger more complex. Now, as part of its Project LightSpeed, Messenger has been redesigned to be twice as fast and one-fourth in size of the current version. The updated Messenger downloads and updates faster for all, including those with low connectivity. To make it simpler, Facebook also reduced the contact list from 40 versions to one that is consistent across the app. The redesigned Messenger will roll out to iOS in the coming weeks.

Congress leader Adhir Chowdhury's Delhi residence attacked by miscreants

New Delhi, Mar 03 (ANI): Residence of Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury was attacked by miscreants on March 03, around 5:30 pm. House staff was also thrashed by miscreants. Police is present on the spot. Further details are awaited.

COVID-19: No positive case has been reported in J and K, health ministry is in full alert: Rohit Kansal

Jammu, Mar 03 (ANI): Amid tensed coronavirus situation, Rohit Kansal, Jammu and Kashmir Principal Secretary informed that no positive case has been reported and entire administrative machinery, including health machinery is in full alert. "21 suspected cases have been tested so far and no positive case has been reported so far across Jammu and Kashmir. Entire administrative machinery, including health machinery, is in a state of full alert," said Rohit Kansal.

Delhi Violence: Govt email id, phone no launched to ease complaint filing, says AAP

New Delhi, Mar 03 (ANI): AAP MLA Saurabh Bhardwaj informed that a government email ID and phone number have been launched keeping in view the extreme violence in Delhi. "Second meeting of Peace and Harmony Committee was held today. We've launched an email ID dvscommittee@delhi.gov.in and phone number 8950000946, where people can file their complaint against content that has potential to disrupt communal harmony in society," said Saurabh Bhardwaj.

PM Modi's call to handover account to women is merely a propaganda: Jaiveer Shergill

New Delhi, Mar 03 (ANI): National spokesperson of Congress, Jaiveer Shergill said that PM Modi's announcement of handing over social media account to women on International Women's Day is 'merely a propaganda'. Shergill said, "The Prime Minister's initiative is a political stunt to divert attention from rising questions on complete government failure in Delhi riots. If PM truly believes in women empowerment, he should shunt out the 87 MPs who face serious cases against them. A lot of them have crime against women registered against them. Prime Minister's call to handover account to women is merely propaganda. In reality, the true slogan of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is not 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao', it's 'Beti Darao, Balatkari ko Bachao." On March 03, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made announcement to handover his all social media accounts to women whose life and work is inspiring on this Women's Day.

Gold worth Rs 91.18 lakh seized at Chennai International Airport, 1 arrested

Chennai, Mar 03 (ANI): The Customs officials on March 03 arrested one person and seized 2.095 kg gold at the Chennai International Airport. The person was arrested with gold worth Rs 91.18 lakh under the Customs Act, 1962. Further details are awaited.

Watch: Bike-borne miscreants toss crude bombs on road in Chennai

Chennai (TN), Mar 03 (ANI): At least two crude bombs were hurled by unknown miscreants at Chennai's Teynampet area on March 03. The horrific incident was caught on CCTV camera. No injuries were reported so far. More details are awaited.

Shahrukh has no criminal background, his father does: Delhi Police

New Delhi, Mar 03 (ANI): Ajit Kumar Singla, Delhi's Additional Commissioner of Police informed that authorities are trying to recover Shahrukh's gun which he aimed at a policeman during the violence in the Northeast region of the city. Singla said, "We're trying to recover the pistol he used. Shahrukh said he fired during protests in a fit of rage. He has no criminal background but his father has a narcotics and fake currency case against him. Further investigation is underway." Shahrukh was brought to Police Headquarters in ITO after being arrested from Uttar Pradesh's Shamli earlier today.

Shahrukh charged under Sec 307, 186 and 353 of IPC, further sections may be added if needed: Delhi Police

New Delhi, Mar 03 (ANI): Ajit Kumar Singla, Delhi's Additional Commissioner of Police (Crime) informed that Shahrukh, the man who brandished gun at a policeman and fired several rounds of fire in air during the Delhi violence has been charged under various sections including attempt to murder. "Shahrukh has been charged under section 307 (attempt to murder), 186, and 353 of IPC and Arms Act. Further sections will be added during the course of investigation if needed. We will try to get his maximum possible remand," said Ajit Kumar Singla. Shahrukh was taken from Crime Branch to Police Headquarters (PHQ) on March 03. He was arrested earlier today in Uttar Pradesh. At least 47 people have lost their lives including a Delhi police Head Constable and an IB officer during deadly riots that broke out in Northeast region of Delhi from February 23 to 26.

Sikh student allegedly asked to remove turban for security check at exam in MP

Dhar (Madhya Pradesh), Mar 03 (ANI): A Sikh student of class 12th was allegedly asked to remove his turban before appearing for his board exam in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar. Speaking to the media, the student said, "I was asked to remove my turban even after I told them that it is against my religion." Manglesh Vyas, District Education officer informed that investigation in the matter is underway.

Except youth who arrived from Dubai, no coronavirus case in Telangana: State Health Min

Hyderabad (Telangana), Mar 03 (ANI): Amid the deadly outbreak of coronavirus and sudden increase of cases in India, Telangana Health Minister E Rajendra informed that not a single person has been affected by COVID-19 in state except the youth who arrived from Dubai. "Till now not a single person has been affected by COVID-19 in the state, except the youth who arrived from Dubai. 88 people have been identified who came in contact with him, 45 of them are being tested, and others will also be tested," said Telangana Health Minister.