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International Nurses Day: Lt Gen Anup Banerji hails nursing officers for serving patients amid COVID-19

New Delhi, May 12 (ANI): Lt Gen Anup Banerji on International Nurses Day hailed nursing officers for serving patients across nation amid COVID-19 pandemic. "Military Nursing Officers are an inseparable part of our forces. In times of COVID-19, I salute all the nursing officers who are serving patients across nation. They are playing vital role," said Banerji.

COVID-19: Massive cleanliness drive underway at Kashmir's iconic Dal Lake

Srinagar, May 12 (ANI): The Lakes and Water Ways Development Authority (LAWDA) started the cleaning work of Dal Lake amid ongoing coronavirus lockdown in Kashmir Valley. They initiated a massive mission to clean the famous Dal Lake. Process to remove weeds is also being done by authorities. Kashmir Valley, which is famous all over the world and known as the paradise of earth due to its natural beauty attracts tourists from all over the world.

Mission Sagar: India gifts 580 tonnes of essential food items to Maldives amid coronavirus scare

Male (Maldives), May 12 (ANI): INS Kesari on May 12 dispatched 580 tonnes of essential food items to Maldives in global fight against COVID-19. Countries including Maldives, Mauritius, Madagascar, Comoros and Seychelles had requested India for assistance in dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.

We've contained the zone and people are being treated: Chandigarh Administration on COVID-19 outbreak

Chandigarh, May 12 (ANI): Chandigarh Administration Advisor Manoj Parida informed administration have contained the zone after an outbreak in Bapu Dham area. "We kept our numbers to minimum for almost 1.5 months, after which there was outbreak in Bapu Dham, a slum-like area. Out of 150 active cases, 100 are from 10 houses in the area. We have contained the zone and people are being treated," said Parida.

'Health screening will be done': RPF DG on resumption of train services

New Delhi, May 12 (ANI): In light of resumption of passenger train services, Director General (DG) Railway Protection Force informed that thorough screenings of passengers will be done at stations keeping in mind coronavirus situation. "Health screening of passengers will be conducted at the stations. We have also requested them to travel light as no coolies are available at stations. We will be handing over the data of each and every passenger to their state government," said Arun Kumar, DG of Railway Protection Force.

Former PM Manmohan Singh discharged from AIIMS in Delhi

New Delhi, May 12 (ANI): Former prime minister Dr Manmohan Singh on May 12 has been discharged from AIIMS, Delhi on medical advice, confirms AIIMS official. He was admitted to AIIMS on May 10 with complaint of chest pain. Previously Singh had undergone two heart bypass surgeries.

UP's migrant workers stage protest after being stopped at Maharashtra-MP border

Barwani (Madhya Pradesh), May 12 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh's migrant workers protested after being stopped at Maharashtra-Madhya Pradesh border in Barwani district on May 12. They were later allowed to go to their hometowns after buses were arranged for them. Migrant workers are going from Maharashtra to Uttar Pradesh.

Lockdown 3.0: British Nationals to fly back to UK shortly

Amritsar (Punjab), May 11 (ANI): British nationals arrived at Amritsar airport to fly back to UK on May 12. Special arrangements were made at Amritsar airport to facilitate their travel. UK had announced several charter flights to bring stranded British travellers from Amritsar amid pandemic. "I am really happy as I am going back to my children. I thank British government for this move," said an NRI at Amritsar airport.

406 new positive cases, 13 deaths reported in 24 hours: Delhi Health Minister

New Delhi, May 12 (ANI): Reviewing coronavirus situation in Delhi, Health Minister Satyendar Jain informed about the numbers. "13 deaths and 406 new positive cases were reported in Delhi in 24 hours till midnight y'day, taking the total number of cases to 7639 and deaths to 86. 383 people have been cured/discharged taking the total number of recovered cases to 2512," said Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain."The doubling rate in Delhi is 11 days now. The doubling rate had once reached 3 or 4 days. If the doubling rate reaches 18, 20 or 25, then we will be more comfortable," he further added.

COVID-19: Jharkhand CM Soren urges PM to simplify MGNREGA and to amend tax system

Ranchi (Jharkhand), May 12 (ANI): Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren attended the 5th meeting on COVID-19 via video-conferencing with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speaking on this, CM Soren said that in a short span, he urged prime minister to simplify MGNREGA and amend tax system. "I put all my points that we need to take more steps to help the workers, simplify MGNREGA wages, amend the tax system, help increase the wealth collection power of the state, keep employment and save lives of people. It is true that the economic situation of the country is not in a good condition. In this situation, our state is completely dependent on Centre," said Soren.

Lockdown 3.0: CM Kejriwal asks Delhiites to send their suggestions on what they want post May 17

New Delhi, May 12 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal asked Delhiites to suggest what they want post May 17. "I want to ask the people of Delhi to send their suggestions on what they want post May17. You can send in your suggestions by 5pm tomorrow on the number 1031, WhatsApp no. 8800007722 or e-mail at delhicm.suggestions@gmail.com," said Kejriwal.

COVID-19: Preparations underway at Sabarmati railway station ahead of passengers' departure to New Delhi

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), May 12 (ANI): Sabarmati railway station is being sanitised ahead of the arrival of passengers to board a special train from here for New Delhi at 6:20 pm on May 12. Circles are being made at the station to ensure social distancing being followed among passengers. Indian Railways has started services of limited passenger trains from today onwards.

Equity indices fall, Maruti top loser as Nifty auto skids 2.8 percent

New Delhi, May 12 (ANI): Equity benchmark indices traded lower during early hours on Tuesday tracking weakness in Asian markets as investors became anxious about the second wave of coronavirus infections in China. At 10:15 am, the BSE S-P Sensex was down by 561 points or 1.78 per cent at 31,000 while the Nifty 50 edged lower by 169 points or 1.83 per cent at 9,070. All sectoral indices at the National Stock Exchange were in the negative zone with Nifty auto down by 2.8 per cent, private bank by 2.5 per cent, PSU bank by 2.4 per cent and metal by 1.9 per cent. Among stocks, shares of the country's largest car manufacturer Maruti Suzuki tumbled by 4.4 per cent to Rs 4,718.95 per unit. Eicher Motors and Hero MotoCorp skidded by 2.9 per cent each. Metal majors Tata Steel lost by 3.7 per cent and JSW Steel by 3.4 per cent while home finance major HDFC dropped by 3.9 per cent and private sector lender HDFC Bank by 3.3 per cent. However, those which gained were UPL, Vedanta, NTPC and Titan. M

Watch: INS Kesari reaches Maldives' Male to discharge 580 tonnes of essential food items

Male (Maldives), May 12 (ANI): Indian Naval Ship Kesari reached Male port in Maldives, the first destination under Mission Sagar. It will discharge 580 tonnes of essential food items as a gift from people of India to the people of Maldives.

Lockdown 3.0: Vegetable production continues at J-K's 'Mini Punjab' Budgam

Budgam (J-K), May 12 (ANI): Farmers continue vegetable production in Budgam district to feed the locals. Farmers are also ensuring supply of vegetables to other districts amid third phase of lockdown. One of the farmers said, "Budgam is known as mini Punjab. We are practicing high standards of hygiene on the field and also ensuring supply of vegetables to other districts".

Lockdown 3.0: Passengers express happiness over resumption of train services

New Delhi, May 12 (ANI): Indian Railways started limited train services from May 12. People arrived at New Delhi railway station to board the trains. Heavy security has been deployed outside the station to ensure social distancing norms are being followed. "I am from Bhopal, I was doing job at Manesar and was stuck here due to lockdown. I booked my ticket online and I am going home today," said a passenger. Another passenger said, "I am really happy, it was very difficult to get ticket, but now finally I am going home".

Dehradun Municipal Corporation takes precautionary measures to combat COVID-19

Dehradun (Uttarakhand), May 12 (ANI): In order to intensify sanitation work, Dehradun Municipal Corporation undertook spraying of disinfectants in various parts of city on May 12. Authorities are taking up efforts to contain the spread of coronavirus in lockdown 3.0. A total of 68 confirmed cases have been registered so far in Uttarakhand.

9 months pregnant nurse in Karnataka serves patients dedicatedly amid COVID-19 crisis

Shivamogga (Karnataka), May 12 (ANI): Health care workers across the country are working selflessly round the clock to curtail coronavirus disease. A praise worthy example has recently came to light where a nine-month pregnant nurse in Karnataka is working hard. Roopa Parveen, who hails from Gajanur village travels to Thirthahalli taluk daily to attend patients at Jayachamarajendra Government Hospital. She has also earned praises from Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa. "The taluk hospital is surrounded by many villages, people need our service. My seniors had asked me to take leave but I want to serve the people. I work six hours a day. CM called me up and appreciated my dedication, he also suggested me to rest," said Roopa Parveen Rao.

Surat textile industry bears the brunt of coronavirus lockdown

Surat (Gujarat), May 12 (ANI): India's lockdown has brought several businesses to standstill. In a recent example, textile industry in Surat has incurred huge losses due to the ongoing coronavirus lockdown. Jitubhai Vakharia, President, South Gujarat Textile Processors' Association said, "An estimated loss of Rs 1000 crores may be incurred as the lockdown is expected to extend".

Vande Bharat Mission: Over 130 students from Manila arrive at Ahmedabad airport

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), May 12 (ANI): Special flight carrying over 130 students from Manila, Philippines landed at Ahmedabad airport on May 12. Proper arrangements have been made at airport in view of coronavirus situation. Government of India started operation Vande Bharat Mission to bring back over 14,000 stranded Indians via 64 relief flights.