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Samsung's UV Sterilizer that also charges device wirelessly announced globally

New Delhi, Jul 08 (ANI): Samsung on July 07 globally announced its new UV Sterilizer that "effectively kills" up to 99 per cent of bacteria and germs while wirelessly charging a device. "In today's world, personal hygiene is more important than ever, and to help combat the spread of bacteria and germs, we're introducing a new UV Sterilizer with Wireless Charging," Samsung said in a statement. "The UV Sterilizer was manufactured by Samsung CandT, a partner of the Samsung Mobile Accessory Partnership Program(SMAPP), and is available via select online and retail stores from June. Now, you'll be able to quickly disinfect your smartphone, earbuds, and glasses, in just 10 minutes, wherever you are," it added. News of the charger first emerged last week from Samsung Thailand, according to The Verge. Samsung further stated that "The UV Sterilizer effectively kills up to 99% of bacteria and germs, including E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Candida albicans, according to tests done by two ind

Tejashwi Yadav lashes out at Bihar govt, says 'CM residence turned into hospital while poor are suffering'

Patna (Bihar), July 07 (ANI): Patna Medical College issued an order to deploy six doctors, three nurses, and a ventilator at the official residence of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, after Secretary of the Health Department directed the hospital to do so as a precautionary measure against COVID-19. While speaking to ANI in Patna on July 07, the leader of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), Tejashwi Yadav said, "When CM's sample is sent for COVID-19 test, reports are received in 2 hours. But in case of common men, it takes over 5-7 days." "Now CM residence has been turned into a ventilator-equipped hospital, while poor people are suffering due to lack of medical facilities," he added.

Kanpur encounter: Lucknow Development Authority officials reach at Vikas Dubey's residence

Lucknow (UP), July 07 (ANI): The officials of Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) reached at history-sheeter Vikas Dubey's residence. They came to seize the house of main culprit of Kanpur encounter case. LDA officials came along with the cops in Krishna Nagar area of Lucknow on July 07. The encounter took place on July 03 in Bikaru village of Kanpur where at least eight police personnel lost their lives after they were fired upon by criminals.

Kanpur encounter: Forensic test of computer of CO Mishra will be done if needed, says UP Police

Lucknow (UP), July 07 (ANI): While briefing the media in Lucknow on July 07, Uttar Pradesh ADG (Law and Order) Prashant Kumar spoke on updates of Kanpur encounter. He said, "It is viral in the media that Circle Officer (CO) Devendra Mishra, who lost his life in Kanpur encounter, had written a letter. Director General of Police (DGP) has sent an IG level officer to investigate this. The truth will come out in the investigation." "An audio clip has also been released but there is nothing objectionable in it. It is a conversation between the then Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Police Station In-charge and CO. It is being verified. If needed forensic test of the computer of Circle Officer will also be done." UP ADG (Law and Order) added.

Kanpur encounter: Will not sit quietly until and unless Vikas Dubey is arrested, says UP Police

Lucknow (UP), Jul 07 (ANI): While briefing the media on Kanpur encounter, Uttar Pradesh ADG (law and order) Prashant Kumar said that the policemen who got injured during the encounter are out of danger. He further added, "The CM had visited the spot and met families of the deceased. Ex-gratia Rs 1 crore has been provided for kin of the deceased and extraordinary pension announced. Job for one member of each bereaved family was also announced." He also added that the UP Police will not sit quietly until and unless Vikas Dubey and his accomplices are arrested.

Delhi-NCR to receive moderate thundershower for next 24 hrs: IMD

New Delhi, July 07 (ANI): Deputy Director-General of IMD, Anand Sharma on July 07, informed that Delhi-NCR will receive moderate thundershower for next 24 hours and after that light rain thundershowers for the next 48 hours. He said, "For next 24 hours, we expect a moderate thundershower in Delhi-NCR and after that for the next 48 hours we expect light rain thundershowers. This will lead to normal and below normal temperatures but we don't expect heavy showers at the moment." He further said, "We have a cyclonic circulation over Saurashtra and Kutch, another cyclonic circulation on Jharkhand has weakened and another cyclonic circulation is present over coastal Andhra Pradesh."

Govt to soon release SOPs for resuming film production: I-B Minister

New Delhi, July7, (ANI): Minister of Information and Broadcasting, Prakash Javadekar, on July 7 addressed the inaugural address at 'FICCI Frame 2020'. He said, "In view of the epidemic, the government will release the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) of film shooting in India to speed up the resumption of film production which has so far been stalled due to COVID. "The government is also bringing incentives in all production including TV serial, film making, co-production, animation, gaming. These will be announced soon," he added.

Watch: IAF's Mi17 takes off from Chinyalisaur airstrip in Uttarakhand

Chinyalisaur (Uttarakhand), July7, (ANI): Post the night operations conducted by Indian Air Force's MiG-29 fighter aircraft at a forward airbase near India-China border, Indian Air Force's two top gadgets named AN-32 transport aircraft and Mi17 chopper were seen landing and taking off at Chinyalisaur airstrip in Uttarakhand. Indian Air Force (IAF) Mi17 chopper took off from Chinyalisaur airstrip, whereas the AN-32 transport aircraft landed at Chinyalisaur airstrip in Uttarakhand.

Watch: IAF's Apache helicopter carries out night operations near China border

Undisclosed location, Jul 07(ANI): Indian Air Force (IAF) Apache attack helicopter, at a forward airbase near India-China border, carried out night operations. These attack helicopters are fully loaded with fire-and-forget anti tank guided missiles, air to air missiles, rockets and other ammunitions. Apache helicopters also have modern Electronic Warfare (EW) capabilities to provide versatility to the helicopter in a network centric aerial warfare. These aircrafts have been modified specifically to suit the exacting standards demanded by IAF.

Watch: IAF's MiG-29 roars in night operations near China border

Undisclosed location, Jul 07(ANI): Indian Air Force's MiG-29 fighter aircraft conducted night operations at a forward airbase near India-China border. Chinook heavylift helicopter also joined the night operation. The Indian Air Force has significantly enhanced deployment of frontline jets, attack helicopters and transport fleet in its key bases along the Line of Actual Control. The air activities in the Ladakh area and other places along the China border had gone up extensively soon after the Galwan valley clash on June 15 in which 20 Indian Army personnel lost their lives.

Samsung may launch Galaxy Note 20 series on August 5: Report

New Delhi, Jul 07 (ANI): Samsung may launch its new Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series on August 5, according to a report. As per Mashable, the new report comes from credible tipster UniverseIce who has given accurate reports on upcoming Samsung devices in the past. According to the report, the launch event will take place on August 5. This corroborates with a previous report by Jon Prosser. Apart from the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G, is also expected. While initial rumours suggested the launch of a 'Galaxy Fold Lite', a new report suggests that the launch might have been pushed to 2021 now. Apart from the phones, Samsung is expected to announce the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 and the next-gen, bean-shaped wireless earbuds. Coming back to the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series, Samsung is expected to announce two models like it did last year. The 'Note 20 Ultra' is expected to have a similar camera array as the S20 Ultra but will have an upgraded 120Hz LTPO display tha

Swarm of locusts attacks Rajasthan's Dholpur

Dholpur (Rajasthan), Jul 07 (ANI): Swarm of locusts attacked Sirmathura area of Dholpur district on July 06. People clanged utensils to divert locusts in the area. Because of the flow of air, locusts swarm was stuck in the area. People clang utensils to shoo them away.

Private labs gear up with drive-thru COVID testing facilities as cases swell in national capital

New Delhi, June 26 (ANI): With a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases seen in Delhi and the introduction of new protocols by Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal and the Arvind Kejriwal-led government to aggressively increase COVID testing in the nation's capital, private labs too have scaled up their operations to aid in this fight against the coronavirus. One such private lab in Delhi has increased its testing facilities by establishing additional drive-through sample collection centers for COVID-19 testing. After collecting nearly 3,000 samples with the help of its facilities in Punjabi Bagh and Saket, Dr Dangs Lab has opened another centre near Siri Fort Auditorium in the national capital, in a bid to augment the fight against COVID-19. Dr Arjun Dang, CEO of Dr Dangs Lab, said, "Due to COVID-19 cases surging in Delhi-NCR, we started this novel initiative of drive-through testing and we've now established our third facility. Till date, we have done close to 3,000 RT-PCR tests, samples for which

UP's stand against corona is phenomenal: PM Modi

Delhi/Lucknow, Jun 26(ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the launch of 'Atma Nirbhar Uttar Pradesh Rojgar Abhiyan' on June 26 appreciated the contribution of all including paramedical staff, policemen in the fight against COVID. PM Modi said, "Success comes to those who show courage and sensibility in the time of crises. When the world is fighting against this pandemic, the courage and sensibility shown by Uttar Pradesh and the success they have achieved, the way UP has taken a stand against corona is phenomenal.

India witnesses highest single-day spike of 17,296 fresh COVID cases

New Delhi, June 26 (ANI): 407 deaths and highest single-day spike of 17,296 new COVID-19 positive cases reported in India in the last 24 hours. Positive cases in India stand at 4,90,401 including 1,89,463 active cases,2,85,637cured/discharged/migrated and 15301 deaths. Confirmed cases have reached 1,47,741 in Maharashtra. Total number of samples tested up to 25 June is 77,76,228.

Chemical spraying conducted in Varanasi to control locusts attack

Varanasi (UP), June 26 (ANI): Chemical spraying was undertaken by 6 fire tenders and 40 manual sprayers last night in Nayepur of Varanasi to control the locust attack there. DM Kaushal Raj Sharma also participated in the operation. Locusts are known to devour everything in their path, posing an unprecedented threat to food supply.

Security forces neutralize 3 terrorists in Operation Chewa

Pulwama (J-K), June 26 (ANI): At least 3 terrorists were neutralized in Operation Chewa on June 26. An encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district. Encounter took place at Chewa Ular in Tral area of Awantipora on June 26. Police and security forces are carrying out the operation.

COVID-19: Ludhiana Police distribute mask to create awareness among people

Ludhiana (Punjab), June 26 (ANI): Police creating awareness among people in Punjab's Ludhiana about precautionary measures to combat with COVID-19 outbreak. Ludhiana Police distributed face masks and pamphlets among locals to spread awareness about coronavirus pandemic. They are giving flowers and making people understand the intensity of COVID-19 crisis. There are over 1400 active cases of COVID-19 in Punjab.

PM Modi launches 'Atma Nirbhar Uttar Pradesh Rojgar Abhiyan'

Delhi/Lucknow, Jun 26(ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched 'Atma Nirbhar Uttar Pradesh Rojgar Abhiyan' on June 26. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was also present during the launch. The launch took place via video conferencing. After the launch, PM Modi interacted with villagers and the migrant workers from various parts of Uttar Pradesh.

Heavy rainfall damages wheat crop in 25 centers of MP's Shajapur

Shajapur (MP), Jun 26(ANI): Heavy rainfall damaged wheat crop in multiple centers of MP's Shajapur on June 26. The wheat was stored for the purpose of being sent to fair price wheat purchase centers. Wheat in around 25 centers not only got drenched in rain but some of it even got rotten. District Cooperative Bank, CEO AK Harsola said, "If it wasn't kept properly, it's responsibility of concerned Society. We have directed to dry wheat that's not rotten, after which it will be transported. 3000 MT of wheat yet to be sent to centers."