Govt likely to commence regular Tele—Classes for 9-12th standard
Srinagar, May 24: Amid the continuous closure of schools due to spike in COVID-19 cases, the government is mulling to start regular Tele—Classes for 9th to 12th standard of all major subjects to compensate the academic losses of students. Administrative Secretary to government for the School Education Department, B K said that the department was […]
Man kills 2 sons, commits suicide in UP
Jhansi (UP), May 24 (PTI) A 45-year-old man allegedly killed his two sons here and then committed suicide, police said on Monday. The incident occurred in the Mauranipur area of the district on Saturday, they said, adding, the victims were identified as Rais Yadav and his sons, Harsh (12) and Ansh (8) — residents of […]
JK declares black fungus as an epidemic disease
Srinagar, May 24 : The administration of Jammu & Kashmir Union Territory on Monday declared black fungus or mucormycosis as an epidemic disease under the Epidemic Diseases Act- 1897. Officials said that the UT’s Health and Medical Education today issued a notification to declare black fungus as an epidemic disease. The move comes days after […]
JK reports 20 more Covid-19 deaths, toll 3584
Srinagar, May 24: Jammu and Kashmir reported at least 20 more covid-19 related deaths since last evening, officials said on Monday, taking the fatality count to 3584. They said seven deaths were reported from the winter capital of J&K, mainly at GMC Jammu, while 13 patients succumbed in various hospitals in Kashmir. Among others, the […]
Roche’s Antibody Cocktail launched in India at Rs 59,750/dose; Cipla to market drug in country
New Delhi, May 24 (PTI) Drug majors Roche India and Cipla on Monday announced launch of Roche’s Antibody Cocktail in India priced at Rs 59,750 per dose for the treatment of mild to moderate COVID-19 in patients who are at high risk. “The first batch of the Antibody Cocktail (Casirivimab and Imdevimab) is now available […]
2.22 Lakh New Covid Cases In India, 4,454 Deaths
New Delhi, May 24: India saw an addition of 2.22 lakh fresh Covid infections to its active caseload, taking the overall case count to 2.67 crore. During the last 24 hours, 4,454 people died, taking the total number of deaths to 3,03,720, officials said. India has become the third country after Brazil and the United […]
Lockdown extended in Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan
New Delhi/Chandigarh, May 24 (PTI) Lockdown was extended on Sunday in Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan and Puducherry, with many states already imposing COVID-induced restrictions till May-end to rein in the spread of infection and the mounting deaths which crossed the three lakh mark. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced that the ongoing lockdown in the national […]
Black fungus: Experts to study possible causes including industrial oxygen use
Bengaluru, May 24 (PTI) Experts in Karnataka will study whether the rise in the Mucormycosis cases is linked to use of industrial oxygen and its possible contamination. Deputy Chief Minister C N Ashwath Narayan, who is also the head of the state’s COVID task force, held a meeting on Sunday with the treatment protocol committee […]
Ramdev withdraws comments on allopathic medicine after furore
New Delhi, May 24 (PTI) Yoga practioner Ramdev on Sunday withdrew his recent statements on allopathic medicine which had triggered strong protests from the medical fraternity. Responding to a letter from Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan, Ramdev said he wants to put the matter to rest. “Hon’ble Minister, I have received your letter. I withdraw […]
Jammu court denies bail to 2 illegal Rohingya immigrants
Jammu, May 23 (PTI) A court here has denied bail to two illegal Rohingya immigrants who were arrested two months ago, saying their release shall create law and order problems. The court also said that it cannot be ruled out that the accused persons may be involved in criminal as well as militant activities. The accused, […]
