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No Community Transmission, Says Meghalaya Govt after Man With No Travel History Tests Covid-19 Positive
Meghalaya is yet to have a single case of community transmission of the coronavirus, said the state's deputy chief minister, adding that all the patients are quarantined.
Tamil Nadu Highest Spike of 1,927 Infections as Covid-19 Cases Near 2k-mark, Death Toll at 326
Of the fresh infections, Chennai accounted for 1,392 cases as its tally alone touched 25,937.
Noida: 8 Firms Allotted Land Along Yamuna Expressway, Rs 288cr Investment, 21k Jobs Likely
The land was allotted to the eight units following due procedure by the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) on Tuesday, officials said.
Rains, Thunderstorm Lash Parts of Delhi, Bring Respite From Heat
The rain occurred under the influence of a cyclonic circulation over north Rajasthan, and a trough running from north Pakistan to a low pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, IMD said.
Visva Bharati Faculty Members Write to President Kovind, PM Modi over Mandatory Staff Meetings Called by V-C
The letter further stated that as per instructions of the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, face to face meetings, should be avoided as far as possible, and staffers should interact over video conferencing and phone calls.
Furious Over Daughter Leaving Husband for Lover, Man Hacks Two to Death in Rajasthan's Jhunjhunu
Anil Jat was furious after his daughter Suman had allegedly left her husband and gone missing with one Krishna, they said. He had threatened Krishna's family of dire consequences if Suman did not return, police said.
Rajasthan Imposes Restrictions on Inter-state Movement of People in View of Covid-19 Surge
No person will be allowed to enter Rajasthan without a 'No Objection Certificate' (NOC) from the state government or leave without a pass, Director General of Police (DGP), Law and Order, M L Lather said in an order.
CM Jagan Keeps 'Padyatra' Promise, Distributes Rs 247 Crore as Financial Aid to Tailors, Barbers
In the first stage, Chief Minister transferred Rs 10,000 to the bank accounts of 2,47,040 beneficiaries which amounted to Rs 247.04 crores.
Govt to Take Action Against CGHS Empanelled Hospitals Refusing Treatment to Covid-19 Patients, Others
The warning was issued after the ministry reviewed representations from Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) beneficiaries regarding difficulties they were facing in availing treatment at private hospitals and diagnostic centres empanelled under the sc...
'Lockdown Created Atmosphere of Weariness': HC Grants Bail to 'Mentally Disturbed' Man Who Attacked Cops
The court in its order noted police were under tremendous pressure to maintain law and order in view of the prohibitory orders imposed in the city, and the applicant (Nair) was apprehensive that he would be arrested and hence, tried to flee.
Serum Institute Investing $100 Million on Potential Covid-19 Vaccine
The Pune-based company has partnered with AstraZeneca, a British biopharma giant, to ensure equitable supply of the AZD1222 vaccine doses to India as well as low-and-middle-income countries.
BMC Orders Probe Into Coronavirus Patient's Death Who Went 'Missing' From Hospital
According to information, the 80-year old man was admitted to the hospital on Saturday after he tested Covid-19 positive, while his family was shunted to quarantine on Sunday.
India Better Positioned in Fight Against Covid-19 But No Space For Complacency: Harsh Vardhan
Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan also reminded everybody to download Aarogya Setu app which will help in self risk assessment and in protection against COVID-19.
Maruti Suzuki, MG Motor Only Automakers Offering 5 Percent Average Fixed Dealer Margins in India
According to a recent survey by FADA, the average fixed dealer margin in India is much lower compared to countries like the US, China, France, Germany, to name a few.
After Delhi Witnesses String of Tremors, HC Asks Govt & Civic Bodies to Prepare Action Plan for Earthquake Response
The bench gave the Delhi government and the civic authorities one week to file their affidavits and listed the matter for hearing on June 15.
Difficult to Test All Dead for Covid-19: Telangana Govt To Challenge HC's Order in SC
According to a press release by Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao's office, the officials opined that the state government should go for an appeal in the Supreme Court challenging the High Court's order.