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Russia approves Sputnik's single-shot vaccine

New Delhi, May 06 (ANI): Russia on May 06 approved Sputnik Light, the single-dose vaccine against COVID-19. According to the information on Sputnik V's twitter handle, the single-dose vaccine has 79.4% overall efficacy against coronavirus, and is a "reliable pandemic fighter". Sputnik V, which is approved in 64 countries with a total population of over 3.2 billion people, has already started arriving in India for emergency use.

COVID -19: People rush to the airport before international flights halt

Kathmandu (Nepal), May 6 (ANI): Due to the surge in COVID cases and fatalities in Nepal, a cabinet meeting decided the closure of International Flights starting from Wednesday. Serpentine lines were seen outside the terminal of International Airport. On Wednesday, Tribhuwan International Airport remained packed with travelers before closure. Police personnel were seen requesting people to maintain social distancing. Nepal has announced to produce RT-PCR report before boarding the flight.

Strict 'Janta Curfew' in MP till May 15: CM Shivraj

Bhopal (MP), May 06 (ANI): To break the chain of transmission of coronavirus in Madhya Pradesh, Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on May 06 announced a strict lockdown (Janta Curfew) in the state till May 15. "To break the chain of transmission of corona in the state we have to completely shut everything till May 15, strict 'Janta Curfew'. We can't shut things for too long but with more than 18 % positivity we can't remain open," said CM Shivraj.

Around 280 jail inmates to be released on parole due to COVID from Meerut jail

Meerut (UP), May 06 (ANI): In view of COVID-19, around 280 jail inmates will be released on bail or parole from Meerut Jail. Inmates above 45-60 years of age have also been vaccinated. "Around 280 jail inmates to be released on bail or parole, in view of COVID. Regular sanitisation conducted in jail premises. The jail inmates are served immunity boosting 'kadha'. Inmates above 45 and 60 years of age have been vaccinated," said Senior Jail Superintendent of Meerut District Jail, BD Pandey.

50 oxygen beds set up in Noida

Noida (UP), May 06 (ANI): In an effort to beat coronavirus and increase the treatment, Noida authority set up 50-bed makeshift COVID-19 hospital in the region. All 50 beds are supported with supply of medical oxygen. The facility is likely to go functional by May 08.

All options get discussed: Govt on nationwide lockdown

New Delhi, May 05 (ANI): Replying to a question whether a nationwide lockdown is the only solution amid the rise in COVID-19 cases, NITI Aayog member Doctor VK Paul on May 05 said, "If anything more is required those options are always being discussed. There's already a guideline to states to impose restrictions to suppress chain of transmission."

Reminds me of partition days: JP Nadda on Bengal violence

Kolkata, May 05 (ANI): BJP President JP Nadda, while condemning the post-poll violence in West Bengal, said that the brutal incidents reminded him of the partition days. "I condemn the brutal killings which have taken place after the results. We also stand by the people of Bengal and all citizens residing in Bengal with whom such incidents took place. This makes me remember the partition days," said Nadda

COVID: Australia gifts 1056 ventilators, 43 oxygen concentrators to India

New Delhi, May 05 (ANI): A special cargo with 1056 ventilators and 43 oxygen concentrators arrived from Australia to India on May 05. Arindam Bagchi, official spokesperson, the Ministry of External Affairs expressed gratitude to Australia for this gesture and said it would further strengthen comprehensive strategic partnership between India and Australia.

Mamata's silence on Bengal violence for 36 hrs speaks of her involvement: Nadda

Kolkata, May 05 (ANI): BJP president JP Nadda alleged West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's involvement in post-poll violence and said her silence for 36 hours is in itself is a proof. "The manner in which massacre and brutal killings took place and the manner in which the acting CM stayed silent for 36 hours speaks of her involvement. Mamata ji's silence speaks about her involvement and she starts her third term with blood on her hands," said Nadda.

COVID-19 not spreading through animals, it's human to human transmission: Govt

New Delhi, May 05 (ANI): Government on May 05 clarified that this COVID-19 is not spreading through animals, it's human to human transmission. First such incident reported in India that 8 Asiatic lions at Hyderabad zoo tested COVID positive.

Mamata accuses BJP of fanning violence in Bengal through 'old videos'

Kolkata, May 05 (ANI): As West Bengal is witnessing political violence in parts of the state soon after assembly election results were announced, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee condemned the incidents of violence, and said such incidents cannot be tolerated. She, however, blamed the BJP for these incidents, saying there is "more disturbance" in place where the opposition party has won. "No such incident can be tolerated. There is more disturbance in places where BJP has won. BJP is circulating about fake incidents through old videos. My appeal to all political parties is to stop this. You all have done a lot during elections. Bengal is a place of unity,"

Oxygen Express train carrying liquid medical oxygen arrives Delhi

New Delhi, May 05 (ANI): An Oxygen Express train carrying tankers of liquid medical oxygen reached Delhi on May 05. The train arrived from Jamnagar's Hapa at 2 am in the national capital. Delhi received 244 tonnes more oxygen in which 103.6 MT liquid oxygen. The train had 5 tankers.

At least 1 oxygen plant will be set up in each district in coming 3 months: DRDO Chairman

New Delhi, May 04 (ANI): DRDO Chairman G Satheesh Reddy on May 04 said through PM Cares Fund, 500 oxygen plants will be established in various districts, at least one plant will be set up in each district in the coming three months. "Through PM Cares Fund we've ordered 380 plants from Tata Advanced Systems Limited and Trident Pneumatics Pvt. Ltd and 120 plants from CSIR industries. The first 5 plants will be established in Delhi of them two are being installed at AIIMSandRML Hospital," he said.

1 lakh inoculated so far in 18-44 age groups: Rajesh Tope

Mumbai, May 04 (ANI): Speaking on COVID-19 situation in Maharashtra, State Health Minister Rajesh Tope on May 04 said, "Few centres were closed yesterday due to doses' shortage. Got 9 lakh vials today, to last for 2-3 days. 1 lakh inoculated so far in 18-44 age groups. Order placed for 18.5 lakh vaccines (Covishield and Covaxin).

India, UK agreed to substantially strengthen defence and security engagement: MEA

New Delhi, May 04 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a virtual summit with his UK counterpart Boris Johnson on May 04. Speaking on the talks between the two leaders, MEA Joint Secretary (Europe West), Sandeep Chakraborty today said, "India and UK agreed to substantially strengthen defence and security engagement, including in the maritime domain, counter-terrorism and cyberspace. UK has also recently come up with integrated review on security, defence and foreign policy which identifies India as a key partner."

What TMC did after winning elections, speaks about Mamata's belief in democracy: JP Nadda

South 24 Parganas (WB), May 04 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief JP Nadda on May 02 visited residence of party worker Haran Adhikari, who was allegedly killed by TMC workers. Speaking to mediapersons, Nadda said, "After the results, TMC goons went to the house of Haran Adhikari (BJP worker), vandalised it, threatened women and children, attacked them, and broke his wife's teeth. They then dragged Adhikari out of his house and beat him up. He died." "Mamata, what your party did after winning, speaks about your belief in democracy. TMC workers and leaders are saying that all these incidents on social media are fake. You've seen how Haran Adhikari's wife and son were crying. I request media to tell truth to the nation," he added. BJP Chief is on a two-day visit to the state.

UK agreed to expand partnership on vaccines: MEA

New Delhi, May 04 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a virtual summit with his UK counterpart Boris Johnson on May 04. Speaking on the talks between the two leaders, MEA Joint Secretary (Europe West), Sandeep Chakraborty today said, "The two leaders (PM Modi and UK PM) also discussed the global pandemic situation and ongoing cooperation in the fight against it. PM Modi thanked PM Johnson for prompt medical assistance provided UK, in wake of severe 2nd wave in India." "UK was one of the first to respond, sending critical medical equipment, like oxygen concentrators, cylinders, ventilators, amongst others. The successful vaccine partnership through Oxford/AstraZeneca-SII collaboration was also discussed," he added.

Odisha's JSPL plant supplies 100 tonnes of medical oxygen daily to other states

Angul (Odisha), May 04 (ANI): Amid the oxygen crisis in the country during the horrific second wave of pandemic, leading Steelmaker Jindal Steel and Power Ltd (JSPL), has been supplying Liquid Medical Oxygen (LMO) from its 6 MTPA mega steel complex at Odisha's Angul. The plant on a daily basis dispatches 100 tonnes of medical oxygen. Several states including Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra have received oxygen tankers from JSPL.

Kuwaith flight carrying oxygen cylinders, concentrators, ventilators arrives in India

New Delhi, May 04 (ANI): A special flight from Kuwaith, carrying medical supplies, landed in India after country's medical system collapsed amid the devastating second wave of pandemic. The medical supplies included 282 oxygen cylinders, 60 oxygen concentrators and ventilators. Several countries including US, Dubai, Germany, France and Uzbekistan have extended their support to India to fight the COVID-19 pandemic.

Golden Temple illuminates on Guru Arjan Dev's birth anniversary

Amritsar (Punjab), May 03 (ANI): The Golden Temple in Amritsar illuminated on birth anniversary of Guru Arjan Dev. Devotees visited the gurdwara on the occasion . Diyas were also lit and fireworks were performed on the 5th guru's birthday at the gurdwara. Guru Arjan Dev is the 5th Sikh Guru.