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COVID recovery rate improves to 97.8% in UP

Lucknow (UP), June 07 (ANI): In Uttar Pradesh, the COVID recovery rate has improved to 97.8 per cent, informed state's Additional Chief Secretary (Health), Amit Mohan Prasad on June 07. "The recovery rate has gone up to 97.8% in the state. Yesterday 81 deaths were recorded. The overall positivity rate stands at 3.3%," said Prasad.

Mahua Moitra raises questions over OSDs appointment in Bengal Raj Bhavan

New Delhi, June 07 (ANI): Raising several questions over the appointment of Governor's OSD in West Bengal, TMC Member of Parliament Mahua Moitra hit out at West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar and said that the Governor should clarify how these 6 people entered in Raj Bhavan. "Governor's OSD is not an ordinary post. Who is Shekhawat, Diksit and Dhankhar whose names are being shown on Raj Bhavan's website? You (West Bengal Governor) have lied that you have no connection with them. He should tell how these 6 people entered Raj Bhavan?" TMC's MP.

Markets reopen in Rameswaram as Tamil Nadu govt eases lockdown restriction

Rameswaram (TN), June 07 (ANI): Vegetable and fish markets re-opened on June 7 in Rameswaram following curfew relaxation. The markets are allowed to open from 6 am to 5 pm. Tamil Nadu government has decided to extend the COVID-induced lockdown in the state till 14 June. COVID-19 cases continued to dip, with around 20,000 cases reported on June 6.

COVID-19: Manish Sisodia inaugurates drive-through vaccination camp in Delhi

New Delhi June07, (ANI): Delhi"s Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia inaugurated drive-through vaccination drive on June 07. He reviewed vaccination program at Sports Complex Commonwealth game village. People who live nearby to the place can come to get their COVID jab.According to the Deputy CM he said," This drive through vaccination programme is for all anyone can come here, with no physical touch you can vaccinate yourselves."

Delhi unlock: Markets, shops reopen on odd - even basis

New Delhi, June 07 (ANI): After locked-up for more than a month, Markets have been reopened in the National Capital of Delhi from Monday on an Odd-Even basis, between 10 am and 8 pm. The State government took the decision after seeing a dip in the rising number of Covid-19 cases and causalities. The unlocking is done by keeping a strict eye on the COVID -19 protocols. A shopkeeper from Karol Bagh said, "While we're happy to be back at work, we are taking all the precautions by keeping sanitizer bottles handy and wearing masks." 6731 of active cases have been reported in the city.

Maharashtra begins five-level unlock process

Pune (Maharashtra) June 07 (ANI): After seeing a dip in the rising numbers of COVID-19 cases, Maharashtra government has decided to go for a gradual five-level unlock in a phased manner to ease the hardships of people. Bus services, gyms, salons and markets have been re-opened from Monday Maharashtra has reported 1,88,384 active COVID cases till June 07 June 2021 (08:00 IST).

Jitendra Singh raises issue of fugitive economic offenders at UNGA

New Delhi, June 07 (ANI): While addressing at United Nations General Assembly Special Session on 'Corruption' Union Minister for State for Prime Minister's Office Dr Jitendra Singh said that world is combating another serious emerging challenge of fugitive economic offenders. "The world is presently combating another serious emerging challenge of fugitive economic offenders and assets which flew across the national jurisdictions," said Singh.

As of today, India's active cases stand at 14,01,609, informs Health Minister

New Delhi, June 07 (ANI): India reported 14,01,609 active cases till June 07, informed Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan while addressing the meeting of the Group of Ministers on COVID-19 situation in the country. Union Health Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan addresses the meeting of the Group of Ministers on the COVID19 situation in the country. Dr Harsh Vardhan addressed 28th Group of Ministers Meeting on June 07. Minister of State for Health Ashwini Choubey, External Affaors Minister Dr S Jaishankar, Union Avaitation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri attended the meeting.

COVID: Cases related to financial fraud, black marketing under control, informs Delhi CP

New Delhi, June 07 (ANI): Cases related to financial fraud, black marketing under control, informed Delhi Commissioner of Police SN Shrivastava on June 07. "While most people are helping others, some are taking advantage of others' plight via financial fraud and black marketing. Criminal cases registered against black marketeers and technical investigations were done to nab those accused of fraud," said Delhi CP Shrivastava.

2020-21 darkest year in four decades: Chidambaram on economy, growth

Congress leader P Chidambaram said that most Indians are poorer than they were two years ago with most economic indicators being worse for the period. He said that 2020-21 has been "the darkest year of the economy in four decades". Watch the video for his statement on economy.

Massive fire breaks out at chemical factory in JandK's Udhampur

Udhampur (JandK), May 28 (ANI): A massive fire broke out at a chemical factory in Udhampur late last night on May 27. Indian Air Force called in to douse the flames. Fire fighting operations are still underway. Reason behind the fire is yet to be ascertained. More details are awaited.

Thinking to mix-match COVID vaccine doses on trial basis: Dr VK Paul

New Delhi, May 27 (ANI): NITI Aayog member Dr VK Paul on May 27 said that there is no cause for concern if different second dose of COVID-19 vaccine was given. However, trial is expected for mix and match vaccine doses. He said, "As per the protocol, stick to the same dose of COVID-19 vaccine as the first one. If in case people are getting different doses, there is no cause for concern, it is safe. There is no recommendation for that but we are thinking to mix and match (vaccine doses) on a trial basis."

Shouldn't be cause of concern: NITI Aayog on wrong 2nd COVID vaccine dose given in UP

New Delhi, May 27 (ANI): On the incident of wrong second COVID-19 vaccine dose given in Uttar Pradesh, NITI Aayog member Dr VK Paul said, "Our protocol is clear that both doses given should be of the same vaccine. This matter should be investigated. It is very unlikely to have significant adverse affect of it. Even if this has happened it should not be a cause of concern to that individual."

COVID vaccine trial for pediatric to be done systematically: Dr VK Paul

New Delhi, May 27 (ANI): In an exclusive interview with ANI on May 27, NITI Aayog Member (Health) Dr VK Paul spoke on vaccines for children. He said, "When any drug/vaccine is discovered, typically it is first sorted out in the adult population because you do not want to risk children....It has been found out now that Pfizer can be administered to the younger population. 1-2 countries will start doing that now. WHO hasn't given any recommendation yet to cover pediatric population in general as any illness in pediatric population is very mild. If we go with paradigm of deaths as a public health objective, it's at lower priority." He further said, "This has always been on our radar. Covaxin has received permission, they will start pediatric trial, I think they are going all the way to 2 years of age in a systematic way...I have been told that SII wants to begin pediatric trial of Novavax... The trial for pediatric will be done systematically."

24 states reported decline in COVID active cases since last week: Health Ministry

New Delhi, May 27 (ANI): Union Health Ministry held a press conference on COVID-19 situation of the country on May 27 where they informed that 24 states reported decline in active cases since last week. Joint Secretary Lav Agarwal said, "24 states have reported a decline in active cases since last week. Overall recoveries are now exceeding the number of cases being reported on a daily basis. The recovery rate has increased from 85.6% to 90% now, it's a positive indication. Highest single day tests done in India conducted on 26th May, i.e., 22,17,320".

Oxygen Express loaded with 66.12 MT of LMO reaches Madurai

Madurai (Tamil Nadu), May 27(ANI): Oxygen Express loaded with medical oxygen reached Tamil Nadu's Madurai on May 27. The Oxygen Express was loaded at Odisha's Rourkela for Kudal Nagar. The train containing with 5 tankers carrying 66.12 MT of Liquid Medical Oxygen arrived at the destination today. Amid the second wave of COVID in the country, several states reported shortage of oxygen. The Centre started to run Oxygen Express train in order to supply medical oxygen.

Process escalated, will come to solution soon: NITI Aayog on Pfizer vaccines

New Delhi, May 27 (ANI): Speaking on Pfizer vaccines during an exclusive interview with ANI on May 27, NITI Aayog Member (Health) Dr VK Paul said, "We are in contact with the company, decisions are being made. This process has been escalated... Their concerns and requirements are being addressed. They have to formally apply. We will come to a solution soon."

Cyclone Yaas hits coastal areas in East Medinipur people suffered loss

Purba Medinipur (West Bengal) May 27 (ANI): Coastal areas in East Medinipur suffered damages after cyclone Yass hit West Bengal on May 26. As cyclone hit parts of the Medinipur city in the West Bengal. Strong and gusty winds have torn off the roots of the Houses and shops near Digha Sea. People are bearing the brunt of the heavy storm.

Cyclone Yaas aftermath: Coastal areas in WB witness high tides

Purba Medinipur (West Bengal), May 27 (ANI): Cyclone Yaas with its full force has impacted the coastal area of West Bengal's Purba Medinipur. But due to high tide in Digha, sea water entered the beach area and speedy winds continue to flow. The high waves are overpowering the banks of eastern-coastal areas in Digha.

Vaccine supply not closed: NITI Aayog

New Delhi, May 27 (ANI): In an exclusive interview with ANI on May 27, NITI Aayog Member (Health) Dr VK Paul stated that vaccine supply is not closed and also said that it is up to state governments to use the available production for vaccinating people of their state according to flexible approach by them. He said, "States know our vaccine production capacity. When they said they want flexibility and say in vaccine procurement, a new system was brought in-Centre will procure 50% of vaccines produced domestically, for states for free, for 45+ group. Besides this, a special channel was created for remaining 50% where state governments and private sector can purchase and supply vaccines. On whatever states procure, (from private sector) state governments have to decide as to which group it has to be given to and taken forward." He further said, "To say that the supply has closed isn't true. Truth is that out of the available production, a distinct part is available to non- government cha