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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."

COVID-19: Maharashtra govt runs buses for migrant workers in Mumbai

Mumbai, May 17 (ANI): The state government of Maharashtra has arranged facility of buses for migrant workers in Mumbai amid coronavirus pandemic. Around 20 buses are going daily to drop these workers till borders of Madhya Pradesh and Karnataka. The facility of buses got started from May 11. The Maharashtra government is providing bus facility free of cost to all the migrant workers. While speaking to ANI, the police official said, "We don't take any payment for this transportation and it is totally free of cost." There are total 29,100 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Maharashtra. 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.

It's time to fight coronavirus together, not to do politics: Chhattisgarh CM on Piyush Goyal's statement

Raipur (Chhattisgarh), May 17 (ANI): While speaking to ANI amid coronavirus pandemic on May 16, the Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel spoke on Union Railways Minister Piyush Goyal's statement. He said, "Yesterday, he (Railways Minister Piyush Goyal) said that Chhattisgarh has demanded only 10 trains, this turned out to be a lie. We had demanded for 30 trains, nine of which have already reached Chhattisgarh. We have no pending permission or consent for any train." "Consent has to be sought from both states-one sending the train and one receiving it. UP, JandK and Karnataka haven't given us their consent yet. Whose government is in all these states? It's neither the time to do politics nor to give a challenge. It is time to fight coronavirus together," Chhattisgarh CM added.

Vande Bharat Mission: Air India's special flight arrives in Kochi from Dubai

Kochi (Kerala), May 17 (ANI): An Air India Express special flight landed at Cochin International Airport in Kerala's Kochi. The flight carrying around 181 passengers came from Dubai. Repatriation flight of Air India came on May 16. The stranded Indian nationals across the globe are being brought back to their home country under Centre's Vande Bharat Mission. There are total 576 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Kerala. 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.

'Want to thank PM Modi for providing train facility': Passenger after reaching Guwahati

Guwahati (Assam), May 17 (ANI): A special train carrying passengers from New Delhi Railway Station has reached Guwahati Railway Station on May 16 amid coronavirus pandemic. The special train is enroute to Dibrugarh. 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, "I would like to thank PM Narendra Modi for providing facility of train." There are total 90 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Assam. 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.

'Met them just for photo-op', says RK Singh over Rahul Gandhi's interaction with home-bound migrant workers

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): MOS (IC) Ministry Power and New and Renewable Energy RK Singh on May 16 reacted on Rahul Gandhi's interaction with migrant labourers. He said, "Did he remember migrant labourers only after 50 days? Our government, at centre and in states, has been arranging food, trains for them. We gave them ration and transferred money directly into their accounts. He met them just for photo-op. There should be some sensitivity." Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on May 16 interacted with migrant labourers and arranged vehicle for around 25 migrant workers in New Delhi. Congress volunteers are going to drop migrant workers to their homes.

Structural reforms in key sectors announced by FM will be dramatic change for future: FICCI

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) reacted over the announcements made by Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman in the fourth installment of economic package announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the view of coronavirus.Secretary General of FICCI, Dilip Chenoy said, "Announcements made by Finance Minister today are significant and can have dramatic change for future of India. They are focusing on simplifying processes, attracting investment, creating jobs and improving productivity."

Husband threatens to kill wife after she request him for COVID-19 test

Hisar (Haryana), May 16 (ANI): A Husband in Haryana's Hisar district threatened to kill wife after she request him for COVID-19 test. However, the wife lodged a complaint against husband. The police arrested the man and took his sample for the coronavirus."The woman wanted the man to get tested for COVID-19 after his return from Bathinda," said Hisar Civil Lines SHO Jaswant Singh.

FM Sitharaman announces easing of restrictions on utilisation of Indian airspace

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharam announced easing of restrictions on utilisation of Indian airspace while addressing the media on fourth tranche of Rs 20 lakh crore stimulus package. "Restrictions on the utilisation of Indian airspace will be eased so that civilian flying becomes more efficient," said Nirmala Sitharaman. "Airports Authority of India has awarded 3 airports out of 6 bid for operation and maintenance on Public-Private Partnership (PPP) basis. Additional investment by private players in 12 airports in first and second rounds expected around Rs 13,000 crores," Finance Minister further said.

COVID-19: CM Soren thanks TATA TRUSTS for its assistance

Ranchi (Jharkhand), May 16 (ANI): Transforming Rural India Foundation (TRI) of TATA TRUSTS on May 16 joined hands with the Jharkhand government on fight against COVID-19. It gave 8,400 PPE kits and other health protection equipments to the Government. Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren thanked the TRI for its assistance during the time of pandemic. TRI officially joined hands to provide PPE Kits (8400), Gloves (87438 pairs), Triple-Layer Masks (72338), Kits for SHG leaders and PRI members (5000) and Dry Ration Kits for PVTG (10000) on ground.

Rahul Gandhi facilitates travel of 25 migrant workers

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on May 16 interacted with migrant labourers and arranged vehicle for around 25 migrant workers in New Delhi. Congress volunteers are going to drop migrant workers to their homes. "Rahul Gandhi came and met us half an hour back. He booked the vehicle for us and said the cab will drop us to our homes. He gave us food, water and mask," said Devendra, a migrant labourer. Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee, Chief Anil Chaudhary, "They were being detained, later, police allowed them to leave."

FM announces atomic energy related reforms

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Finance Minister on May 16 announced reforms related to atomic energy sector. "There shall be a research reactor in Private Partnership (PPP) model only for the production of medical isotopes. Technology Development cum Incubation centres will be set up for fostering synergy between research facilities and tech entrepreneurs," said Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.FM Nirmala Sitharaman made this statement while addressing media about fourth installment of economic package announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the view of coronavirus.

DMs to arrange buses for migrant workers coming on foot: UP ADG

Lucknow (UP), May 16 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Additional Director General of Police (Law and Order) PV Ramasastry on May 16 reacted on migrant workers, who are coming to state walking. He said, "All district magistrates have been instructed to arrange buses for migrant workers, who are found walking on foot, to send them to their homes."

Veterans welcome Centre's decision to raise FDI in Defence manufacturing

NOIDA (UP)/ New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced raise in FDI from 49 percent to 74 percent in Defence manufacturing, while unveiling fourth tranche of Rs 20 lakh crore stimulus package announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Retired Army personnel welcomed the step taken by the government. Major General (Retd) SB Asthana said that the policy reforms are welcomed and these reforms will go a long way as far as the self reliance and defence production is concerned. LT General (Retd) Gurmit Singh also hailed the decision and said that it's a health sign for the defence sector.