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Noida Police distribute biscuits to migrant workers gathered at Noida-Delhi border

Noida (UP), May 17 (ANI): Migrant workers gathered at Noida-Delhi border in large numbers amid coronavirus lockdown on May 17. Noida Police distributed biscuit packets to the workers. After the Auraiya accident, Uttar Pradesh government has ordered its district magistrates to arrange buses for migrant workers. They are not allowed to go to their native places on foot.

FM Sitharaman gives beneficiary statistics under PM Garib Kalyan package

New Delhi, May 17 (ANI): Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday while unveiling the last and final tranche of the Rs 20 lakh crore COVID-19 economic package, announced by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 12, announced figures of people benefitted through different schemes under PM Garib Kalyan package. She said, "One-time transfer of Rs 2,000 has reached 8.19 crore farmers, total amount Rs 16,394 crore. NSAP beneficiaries got Rs 1,405 crore in first instalment and Rs 1,402 crore in second instalment, target of Rs 3,000 crore nearly achieved." "20 crore Jan Dhan account holding women got Rs 10,025 crores. 2.2 crore building and construction workers got Rs 3,950 crores. 6.81 crore people got free LPG cylinders and12 lakh EPFO holders got online withdrawal of advance," she added.

Dehradun administration using grassroot approach for surveillance in containment zones

Rishikesh (Uttarakhand), May 17 (ANI): Dehradun district administration is doing community surveillance with the help grassroot workers amid coronavirus pandemic. Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) workers, Anganwadi workers and government teachers are deputed to conduct daily door-to-door health surveillance of citizens in COVID-19 containment zones. They are conducting surveillance in Shiva Enclave and Awas Vikas colony of Uttarakhand's Rishikesh. While speaking to ANI, the District Magistrate of Dehradun, Dr Ashish Kumar Srivastava said, "The health status of residents of containment areas is monitored regularly. During house-to-house survey, we see if anyone has symptoms of cough, fever, etc. and their travel history. This helps us analyze their health status better." There are total 82 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Uttarakhand. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of COVID-19 active cases rose to 53,035 with 2752 deaths in India.

COVID-19: CM Adityanath holds meeting with 'Team-11'

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), May 17 (ANI): Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath held a meeting with 'Team-11' over COVID-19 situation in the state. UP Additional Chief Secretary Avinash Awasthi and other officials attended the meeting. Team-11 was constituted by CM Yogi to combat coronavirus efficiently. Total number of COVID-19 cases in UP stands at 4057, which includes 225 deaths so far.

Passengers coming from Ahmedabad thank Railways for safe journey

New Delhi, May 17 (ANI): A special train carrying passengers from Ahmedabad arrived at New Delhi Railway Station (NDLS) on May 17. All passengers were screened after they reached the railway station, as per guidelines by the government. "We arrived here safely. I thanks railway for these arrangements," a passengers said. "We are very thankful to the railway department who has arranged all these things," another passenger said.

Migrant workers travel in trucks to reach their home states from Nagpur

Nagpur (Maharashtra), May 17 (ANI): Migrant workers continue to travel by trucks to reach to their home states. Labourers hopped in a truck from Maharashtra's Nagpur on May 17 amid lockdown. While speaking to ANI, one of the labourers said, "Since the start of lockdown we have faced a number of problems. We wear masks all the time but maintaining social distancing is difficult while travelling like this." Collision between two trucks had claimed lives of 24 migrant workers in Uttar Pradesh's Auraiya on May 16.

Amphan likely to make landfall on May 20 as very severe storm: IMD Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar (Odisha), May 17 (ANI): While speaking to media on May 17, the Director of IMD Bhubaneswar, HR Biswas spoke on Cyclone Amphan. He said, "Cyclone Amphan is likely to make landfall in between Sagar Islands (West Bengal) and Hatiya Islands (Bangladesh) during the afternoon or evening of May 20 as a very severe cyclonic storm."

Cyclone Amphan: NDRF teams deployed in Odisha

Bhadrak (Odisha), May 17 (ANI): Teams of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) have been deployed ahead of Cyclone Amphan, which is likely to make landfall in between Sagar Islands (West Bengal) and Hatiya Islands (Bangladesh) on May 20. The teams are gearing up for rescue and relief operation. 10 teams are deployed in Balasore, Bhadrak, Kendrapara, Puri, Jagatsinghpur, Jajpur and Mayurbhanj. Seven teams are at 3rd NDRF BN Mundali in Cuttack. Odisha government has urged Central Government to suspend Shramik Special trains passing through its coastal area due to cyclone.

Migrant workers await transport at Delhi-UP Border to reach their native places

Delhi-UP Border, May 17 (ANI): Migrant workers gathered at Delhi-Uttar Pradesh border in large numbers on May 17. After the Auraiya accident, Uttar Pradesh government has ordered its district magistrates to arrange buses for migrant workers who are found walking on foot. They are heading towards their native places in different parts of Uttar Pradesh. Migrant workers are walking despite heat conditions in order to reach to their native places. While speaking to ANI, the police official said,

5 injured after bus hits electricity pole in Bihar's Danapur

Patna (Bihar), May 17 (ANI): Around five people got injured after an intoxicated bus driver hit bus into high voltage wire pole. The incident took place in Danapur town of Patna on May 16. The injured have been sent to hospital for medical treatment. The bus driver ran away from spot after the accident occurred. The investigation is underway and more details are awaited in this regard.

'Journey was comfortable, hygienic': Passenger after reaching Delhi via special train

New Delhi, May 17 (ANI): A special train carrying passengers from Jammu Tawi Railway Station (Jammu and Kashmir) has reached the national capital. The train arrived at New Delhi Railway Station on May 17 amid coronavirus pandemic. All passengers were screened on their arrival at the railway station as per government guidelines. Indian Railways has resumed services of special air-conditioned trains from May 12 amid lockdown 3.0. While speaking to ANI, one of the passengers said, "The journey was completely comfortable. Everything was clean and hygienic. Social distancing was also maintained in the train." There are total 8895 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Delhi. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of COVID-19 active cases rose to 53,035 with 2752 deaths in India.

Yellow taxis of Kolkata gear up to resume services

Kolkata, May 17 (ANI): To curb the spread of COVID-19, Yellow Taxi Association is getting geared up by making special arrangements for the safety of passengers. They are using plastic shield covers to separate row of driver and passenger

AMPHAN: Odisha requests Centre to cancel Shramik Special trains in coastal areas

Bhubaneswar (Odisha), May 17 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in Bhubaneswar, the Special Relief Commissioner of Odisha, Pradeep Kumar Jena spoke on cyclonic storm 'AMPHAN'. He said, "Balasore, Bhadrak, Jajpur and Ganjam may be affected due to the cyclonic storm. The Chief Secretary has requested Union Cabinet Secretary to consider suspending 'Shramik Special' trains from May 18 for three days in the coastal areas.c Odisha government has urged Central Government to suspend Shramik Special trains passing through its coastal area due to cyclone.

Teachers maintaining 'social distancing' while checking board exam copies in Prayagraj

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh), May 17 (ANI): Teachers are checking board examination answer sheets in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj amid COVID-19 outbreak. They are following guidelines of social distancing while evaluating copies in the school. The school was also sanitized by spraying disinfectants keeping in mind the hygiene factor. The evaluation of answer sheets got delayed after the coronavirus pandemic hit across the globe. There are total 4057 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Uttar Pradesh. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of COVID-19 active cases rose to 51,401 with 2649 deaths in India.

Migrant workers walk on foot in Surat to reach their hometown amid COVID-19

Surat (Gujarat), May 17 (ANI): A group of migrant workers was seen walking on foot in Gujarat's Surat amid coronavirus pandemic. They were walking towards their homes amid lockdown 3.0. Migrant workers were walking despite harsh summer in order to reach to their native places. While speaking to ANI, one of the migrant workers said, "I am from Sitamarhi district in Bihar. We don't have anything to eat, so we decided to go to our villages, at least we have a home there." There are total 9931 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Gujarat. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of COVID-19 active cases rose to 53,035 with 2752 deaths in India.

ONGC's gas pipeline plugs leakage in AP's East Godavari

East Godavari (Andhra Pradesh), May 17 (ANI): The gas pipeline of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) plugged a minor leakage in Andhra Pradesh's East Godavari district on May 16. The incident took place in Turpupalem Village of Malikipuram town in East Godavari district. Locals immediately informed the police and ONGC officials about the gas leakage. Malikipuram Sub Inspector Nagaraju told ANI, "The gas leak started at around 06:00 pm. ONGC technicians rushed to the spot and closed down all the wells immediately. After that, they brought the situation under control by reducing pressure. 95% of leakage is prevented. But sporadic leaks are occurring. Overall situation is under control. Technicians are still at work. Cause of leakage is not known yet."

Public, private sectors will work towards production of coal: Dharmendra Pradhan on economic package

New Delhi, May 17 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in the national capital on May 16, the Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Dharmendra Pradhan spoke on economic relief package. He said, "A long term policy reform has been made in coal sector to ensure that coal is available at cheaper rates and there is more production. Private sector has been allowed to enter coal sector. Both public and private sectors will work towards production of coal."

1 dead, 2 injured after landslide occurs at Jammu-Srinagar NH-44

Ramban (JandK), May 17 (ANI): A man died and two got injured after landslide occurred at Jammu-Srinagar National Highway-44 on May 16. Around six vehicles were buried under massive landslide in Seri village of JandK's Ramban district. The injured were admitted in District Hospital of Ramban for medical treatment. According to police sources, the dead man was identified as 52-year-old, Banarasi Lal. He was taken out from debris in an unconscious condition by the volunteers of Quick Response Team (QRT).

Instagram rolls out new features to fight against bullying

New Delhi, May 17 (ANI): In order to curb bullying on its platform, Instagram has decided to roll out some new features. The users will now be able to delete negative comments in bulk and the users will also be able to block or restrict multiple accounts, Mashable reported. iOS users can turn on the feature by tapping on the comment and then clicking on the dotted icon placed in the top right corner. After that, the iOS users will need to select the Manage Comments option and they can select upto 25 comments to delete simultaneously. In order to curb bullying, Instagram is also rolling out some controls to manage the tags and mentions a user receives on the platform.

Mining exploration is linked to mining lease for 1st time in India: Dharmendra Pradhan

New Delhi, May 17 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in the national capital on May 16, the Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Dharmendra Pradhan spoke on economic relief package. He said, "There are abundant mineral resources in the country. For the first time in India, mining exploration is being linked to mining lease."