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Australian scientists warn against spraying face masks with sanitiser

In a world-first study published on Thursday, a team from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO) revealed that exposing N95 and P2 face masks to alcohol-based sanitisers risks “serious degradation” of their ability to protect from airborne hazards.

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Ukraine imposes ‘martial law’

Urging civilians to stay at home, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, in a statement, said that there are “strikes” on Ukraine’s military and other important defence facilities.

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Putin announces military operation in Ukraine

In a televised speech to the nation on Thursday morning, Putin said Russia did not plan to occupy Ukraine, but warned that Moscow’s response would be “instant” if anyone tries to take on Russia, the BBC reported.

Assembly elections

57.83% voter turnout in fourth phase of UP Assembly polls

Giving a district-wise break-up, the Election Commission said that Banda district registered 57.48 per cent polling, Fatehpur 57.38 per cent, Hardoi 56.51 per cent, Kheri 62.74 per cent, Lucknow 54.98 per cent, Pilibhit 61.42 per cent, Rae Bareli 60.22 per cent, Sitapur 58.30 per cent while Unnao registered a voter turnout of 54.12 per cent.