Tag: COVID-19 Pandemic
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Indian Navy completes Operation Samudra Setu navigating 23,000 km
Indian Naval Ships Jalashwa (Landing Platform Dock) and Airavat, Shardul and Magar (Landing Ship Tanks) participated in this operation which lasted over 55 days and involved traversing more than 23,000 kilometres by sea.
July 8, 2020 -
Hoteliers spar as HP govt allows tourists entry
“The Standard Operative Procedure (SOPs) for hotels that have been issued by the state government seemed to have been aimed at big hotels and it would be tough for small hotels to follow these,” he told The Statesman.
July 6, 2020 -
HP govt urges people to take all precautions in Unlock-II
He urged the people not to get afraid of this Coronavirus and to follow the guidelines issued by the government, maintain self-hygiene, keeping a physical distance of one meter or three feet from another person, to avoid crowding at one place, cover the mouth with a mask or face cover and do not touch the nose, eyes and mouth.
July 5, 2020 -
Indo-China Border Dispute: Mature with damage, not years
The 1993 ‘Agreement on the Maintenance of Peace and Tranquillity along the Line of Actual Control in the India-China Border Areas’ provides a framework for peaceful negotiations towards resolution of disputes and for management of contingencies along the Line of Actual Control.
July 5, 2020 -
Mental health, suicide prevention needs greater attention during pandemic: WHO
Early identification of mental health conditions, recognition of suicidal behaviours and appropriate management through a multi-sectoral approach is important, even as we continue to focus on arresting the further spread of the pandemic, Dr Khetrapal Singh said.
July 4, 2020 -
IIT Roorkee researchers develop sterilizing system for disinfecting personal belongings against coronavirus
Termed as the ‘Unisaviour’ box, it comprises a metal coated with specially- designed highly reflective geometry to allow the calibrated passage of UVC light to disinfect personal belongings.
July 4, 2020 -
After border troubles, Chinese-made coal extraction devices worth crores lying idle
A domestic JV agency had signed a contract agreement with China government owned Shanxi Tiandi Coal Mining Machinery Company on 14 September 2018 for the supply of these mining machines.
July 3, 2020 -
PM Narendra Modi applauds role of doctors, CAs
In his message, the prime minister said our industrious CA community has a major role to play in ensuring a healthy and transparent economy.
July 1, 2020 -
Climate, Covid and politics
A wise climate strategist would ask the politician to push for a combination of flexible regulations and fuel standards and give him the assurance that this will not cost him at the ballot box.
June 30, 2020 -
Shimla residents up in arms against inflated bills in COVID-19 crisis
SNS president Vijender Mehra said the general public was expecting respite and relief in COVID pandemic as almost all sectors were badly affected with many losing their jobs.
June 29, 2020 -
Pricey diesel extends Bengal’s wait for Hilsa
Aggrieved with the dual crisis most of the fishermen at Kakdwip, Namkhana, Raidighi, Frezerganj and Diamond Harbour in South 24-Parganas are sitting idle along with their thousands of unused trawlers at this time of high season for catching Hilsa.
June 28, 2020 -
Two Separate Worlds
The Covid-19 pandemic has shown how many of us are committing the cruellest act on a daily basis. Our cruelty to other humans is not just limited to gluttony; it is engaging in a hedonistic lifestyle that is characterized by excess when millions are mired in abysmal poverty.
June 28, 2020 -
Microsoft to close physical stores, focus on online
Previously, Microsoft had to temporarily close all of its stores in late March due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
June 27, 2020 -
‘Can confidently respond to new COVID-19 outbreaks’: Australian PM Morrison
The reopening of Australia's states and territories has stirred hopes its economy can avoid a prolonged trough, though it is on course for its first recession in nearly 30 years.
June 25, 2020 -
Hospitals may lose licence if they deny admission to patients
On Friday, a coronavirus patient of Bagbazar area was allegedly denied admission at Medical College Hospital. Several private hospitals in the city also allegedly deny treatment of patients fearing Covid-19 infections.
June 25, 2020 -
Darj tourism industry set to resume ops
Apart from hotels, home-stays, GTA to open spots.
June 25, 2020 -
82 per cent workforce likely to return to office in 12-18 months: Survey
Respondents reported challenges caused by the sudden transition to remote work, with 72 per cent citing they were not fully prepared from a technology perspective.
June 24, 2020