Smuggled snake venom worth Rs 30 cr seized in Darjeeling district
According to the ranger of the Ghoshpukur forest range, Sonam Bhutiya, the venom weighing around 2.4 kg was stored in a crystal jar.
According to the ranger of the Ghoshpukur forest range, Sonam Bhutiya, the venom weighing around 2.4 kg was stored in a crystal jar.
At least 40 cases of dengue have been reported in Darjeeling district so far this year, which, officials said was much higher compared to last year.
The density of mosquito is calculated by the average number of mosquito bites on 10 persons per hour.
Doctors have said that a more aggressive vaccination drive, and adhering to Covid protocols could be the only way to ensure a further drop in the number of cases.
An order issued by the district chief medical officer of health Dr Pralay Acharya says that dengue testing laboratories must be opened '24x7' and that the tests must be uniformly conducted in all the Sentinel Site Hospital Laboratories (SSHL).
Noted physician and cardiologist of north Bengal Dr Sekhar Chakraborty, who is observing the Covid-19 trend, also said there had been a dip in cases in the past seven days.
The rise in the number of pediatric Covid cases in the state has also raised concern among experts about the possible lingering of the second wave or the early onset of the third wave.
Around four persons who had tested positive for Covid19 died in the NBMCH today, sources said.
The Liver Foundation in Kolkata, which focuses on liver ailments and other public health issues, and Siliguri Welfare Organisation will jointly conduct the vaccination drive.
The complicated issue of overbilling by some nursing homes has been a prime topic in Siliguri of late.
