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Time of India
6 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Rajasthan reports 54 COVID-19 cases, one death; Health Minister urges precaution, says no cause for alarm
Jaipur: Amid rising COVID-19 cases in parts of the country, Rajasthan Health Minister Gajendra Singh said on Friday that the state has reported 54 cases and one death so far. The minister clarified that the death was linked to comorbidities, particularly tuberculosis, and that the current variant in circulation resembles the common flu. "So far, 54 cases have been reported, and one death has occurred. However, the patient was severely affected by tuberculosis. As of now, only one patient is admitted to SMS Hospital--a child infected with the Omicron variant, which is not very serious. It presents symptoms similar to the common flu. There is no cause for concern at the moment. There's no significant spread at the moment, but people are still advised to take necessary precautions," Singh told ANI. According to the Information and Public Relations Department, 15 new cases were reported on Friday--one each from AIIMS Jodhpur, Rabindranath Tagore Medical College (RNT), Sawai Man Singh Medical College (SMS), Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS), and Government Medical College (GMC), Udaipur. District-wise COVID-19 cases in Rajasthan are: Jaipur - 33, Udaipur - 10, Jodhpur - 8, Bikaner - 5, Didwana - 5, Ajmer - 2, Balotra - 2, Dausa - 1, Phalodi - 1, Sawai Madhopur - 1, and others - 1. The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has confirmed that while COVID-19 cases were reported again in parts of the country, the current variants in circulation were showing mild symptoms similar to the Omicron strain. Arjun Dang, Chief Executive Officer of Dr. Dangs Lab, said the rising number of cases was attributed to more transmissible sub-variants. "We must understand that the current spreading variants are again a sublineage of the Omicron virus. Additionally, in states like Tamil Nadu and Gujarat, we have certain other sub-variants that have been named Variants Under Monitoring, and these are basically of two types, LF7 and NV181. Currently, the cases that we are seeing are more transmissible. They can infect people easily, but again, from the severity perspective, till now, we have not seen any severe cases," Dang told ANI.
Hans India
17-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Security Lapses Evident at CM Prajapati Vedika Meeting
Kurnool: On Saturday, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu visited Kurnool to attend the Swarna Andhra – Swachha Andhra program. Despite the high-security arrangements for the event, significant security lapses were evident. Journalists arriving to cover the program were initially denied entry at the venue entrance by security personnel. They were allowed inside only after producing identity cards issued by the Information and Public Relations Department. Surprisingly, while accredited journalists were subjected to strict checks, several young girls selling groundnuts were seen freely moving within the meeting premises. This raises serious concerns about how such vendors were permitted entry without any verification. The presence of unauthorized individuals inside a high-profile meeting poses potential risks, as it could provide an opportunity for carrying prohibited or dangerous items under the guise of selling goods. The incident highlights a glaring lapse in security protocol at a program attended by the Chief Minister.
New Indian Express
12-05-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Ente Keralam exhibition on May 14, to showcase govt's development initiatives
KOLLAM: The Ente Keralam exhibition, organised as part of the state government's anniversary celebrations, will be held on May 14 at the Ashramam Ground in Kollam. Originally scheduled for May 11, the event was postponed following the recent skirmish at the India-Pakistan border. The exhibition will showcase the government's development, welfare, and service initiatives implemented in the district over the past nine years. Visitors can explore educational and entertainment zones, diverse food courts, and daily cultural performances. Entry is free. A total of 156 theme-based stalls will highlight public welfare activities and free services, while 96 commercial stalls will offer products from various departments and government agencies at reasonable prices. Key attractions include an exhibition by the Information and Public Relations Department highlighting Kerala's achievements, an agricultural exhibition and marketing fair, art and cultural programmes, food and book fairs, science, technology, and sports exhibitions, a police dog show, a mini theatre, caravan tourism and start-up mission's exhibition, sports-entertainment-knowledge zones, live competitions, quizzes, alternative activity corners, and selfie points. Various departments will also provide free government services. In addition, seminars, career orientation sessions, and awareness programmes against drug abuse will be conducted to engage and inform the district-level inauguration will be held on May 14 at 4 pm. Finance Minister K N Balagopal will inaugurate the event. Animal Husbandry Minister J Chinchurani will preside over the event.
India Gazette
11-05-2025
- Health
- India Gazette
Jammu Kashmir Government urges calm, warns against misinformation amid tensions
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 11 (ANI): Amid heightened tensions along the border, the Jammu and Kashmir Government on Sunday issued a public advisory urging citizens to stay calm and avoid engaging with unverified claims circulating on social media. In a statement posted on the official account of the Information and Public Relations Department, J&K on X, the government said, 'The Government of Jammu & Kashmir appreciates all its citizens for their continued resilience and trust in the face of recent developments. All the necessary measures are being taken, and the government is fully prepared and equipped to handle any situation, and there is no cause for alarm.' The statement emphasised that the general public should 'follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) issued by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and other government agencies.' 'Misinformation and unverified claims circulating on social media can cause unnecessary panic. The residents are strongly advised to avoid engaging with or spreading rumours. Trust only credible news channels and government communications for accurate information,' it added. The government noted that the Health Department has 'fully activated its emergency protocols and is fully prepared to handle any medical exigencies.' The advisory has also requested that media persons be 'responsible' when sharing news. 'The cooperation of the public in maintaining peace and discipline during these times is crucial. Public in general and media persons in particular are requested to be responsible in sharing information and follow the guidelines issued by the government in this regard,' the statement read. Officials confirmed that further updates will be issued only through official government channels. 'The Government reaffirms its commitment to the safety and security of every citizen and stands united with its people in these testing times. Stay vigilant, stay informed, and let's work together to uphold the security and stability of our great nation,' the statement said. Meanwhile, amid rising concerns over misinformation, the Ministry of Defence urged citizens to stay cautious about fake news circulating on WhatsApp and rely on verified sources for updates. The Ministry has encouraged people to follow its official WhatsApp channel for authentic information on defence matters. In a post on X, Ministry of Defence said, 'In these sensitive times, a lot of misinformation and fake news is being spread on Whats App. Be cautious and follow our WhatsApp Channel for all authentic information related to Ministry of Defence.' Tensions between India and Pakistan escalated further on Saturday as Indian Armed forces conducted precision strikes on four airbases in Pakistan, responding to Pakistan's attack on 26 Indian locations. Indian Army Colonel Sofiya Qureshi stated that precision strikes were carried out on Pakistani military targets in Rafiqui, Murid, Chaklala, Rahim Yar Khan, Sukkur, and Chunian, as well as radar sites at Pasrur and Sialkot aviation bases, using air-launched weapons from Indian fighter aircraft. (ANI)
