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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."

Migrant returnees earning bread under MGNREGA in UP

Lakhimpur Kheri (UP), June 26 (ANI): Coronavirus lockdown had the worst impact on migrants and needy. Migrant labourers, who worked in Delhi and Gujarat, returned to their homes in Mohammadabad village of Lakhimpur Kheri district amid crisis. They are now earning livelihood here through jobs under MGNREGA scheme. One of the workers said, "We work under MGNREGA as labourers. We were labourers outside too."

COVID-19: Haryana govt fixes rates for treatment at private hospitals

Ambala (Haryana), June 24 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in Ambala on June 23 amid coronavirus pandemic, the Health Minister of Haryana, Anil Vij spoke on COVID-19 test price. He said, "We have fixed rates for COVID-19 treatment at private hospitals. We did this so nobody gets looted by private hospitals."

Delhi's 5-star hotel turns into COVID-19 care centre for patients

New Delhi, June 24 (ANI): Five-star deluxe Hotel Suryaa of Delhi has been turned into COVID care centre amid coronavirus pandemic. All medical facilities will be made available to the patients in the five-star hotel. The Suryaa Hotel has been attached to the Holy Family Hospital to share the coronavirus caseload and to keep more hospital beds free for severe patients amid a spike in the number of cases in the national capital. Delhi is one of the worst-affected places by coronavirus. It will now have more beds for COVID-19 patients. There are 23,820 active cases of coronavirus in Delhi.

Meerut's post office selling hand sanitizers amid COVID-19 crisis

Meerut (UP), June 24 (ANI): The post office is selling hand sanitizers in UP's Meerut amid coronavirus pandemic. There are various varieties of hand sanitizers available in different rates on the counters of post office. The scheme to sell hand sanitizers in post offices were launched on June 15. There are 6152 active cases of coronavirus in Uttar Pradesh.

IOS 14, IPadOS 14 allow user to set default email, browser apps

New Delhi, June 24 (ANI): Apple has rolled out a new feature that allows iPhone and iPad users to change the default email and browser applications in the new iOS 14 and iPadOS 14. According to The Verge, the company revealed the change during a WWDC keynote on Tuesday. Apple did not elaborate on the detail of the change but a new section of the iOS 14 preview page comes with an option of 'set a default web browser and email app that launch when you click a link or want to compose a new mail message.' The mobile company has confirmed to The Verge that the developers need to update the applications for the devices to support the new feature.

Arms, ammunitions recovered in JandK's Poonch under joint operation

Poonch (JandK), June 24 (ANI): Arms and ammunitions were recovered in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on June 23. One Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL) gun and 212 rounds were recovered in a joint search operation of Indian Army and Special Operations Group (SOG). Arms and ammunitions were recovered in Surankote area of Poonch district. More details are awaited in this regard.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh pays tributes to Mahatma Gandhi in Moscow

Moscow (Russia), June 23 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi's statue at Indian embassy in Moscow on June 23. Defence Minister is on a three-day visit to Moscow. He will attend a military parade in Russia's capital to mark the 75th anniversary of Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in Second World War. Singh will also hold talks on ways to further strengthen India-Russia defence and strategic partnership.

Repair work resumes of Gandak dam after consensus between India and Nepal

West Champaran (Bihar), Jun 23 (ANI): Labourers and team of Bihar Water Resources Department went to Nepal on June 23 to carry out repair work of Gandak dam. Nepal had earlier obstructed repair work in Lal Bakeya river and several other locations. "Around 50 labourers have been permitted, more will go if needed. We've talked about it," said Bagaha SDM.

PM Modi interacts with CMs, LGs via video conferencing

New Delhi, June 17 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with Chief Ministers of 15 states and Lieutenant Governors of Union Territories via video conferencing on June 17. According to Prime Minister's Office (PMO), PM Modi discussed the situation post unlock 1.0 and plan for tackling the COVID-19 pandemic. Chief Ministers (CMs) thanked the PM for his leadership and briefed him about the ground situation in states and their preparedness to tackle the impact of coronavirus. They talked about health infrastructure available to meet the challenge and steps taken to strengthen it further. Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that, "We have so far been quite successful in our fight against the virus under the leadership of the PM, but the battle is far from over. He underlined that as we begin to unlock, we must stay vigilant."

Respite in temperature in Delhi-NCR in upcoming days: IMD

New Delhi, June 17 (ANI): Deputy Director-General, India Meteorological Department (IMD), Anand Sharma on June 16 stated that temperature in Delhi-NCR region and the northwest India are above normal which will continue in coming days. May be after 20th June, the temperature will fall, he added. "There may be respite around 20th June as we are expecting a low-pressure system to form in the Bay of Bengal which will strengthen the easterlies and that can bring rain," Sharma further said.

Sushant apparently died due to hanging, post mortem will tell exact cause: DCP

Mumbai, June 14 (ANI): Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput allegedly committed suicide on June 14 at his residence in Mumbai. Speaking on the matter, Abhishek Trimukhe, DCP Zone 9, Mumbai said, "Actor Sushant Singh Rajput has died apparently due to hanging but police can tell the exact cause of his death only after receiving post mortem report. So far, we have not found any suspicious object."

Govt will not keep anyone in dark over India-China standoff matter: Rajnath Singh

New Delhi, June 14 (ANI): Government will not keep anyone in the dark over India and China standoff matter assured Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on June 14. "Talks are underway with China at diplomatic and military level. China too expressed wish to resolve this issue via talks. I'd like to inform opposition that our government won't keep anyone in the dark. I assure you that we won't compromise with national pride in any situation," said the Defence Minister while addressing the 'Jammu Jan Samvad rally'