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High tech machines boost cleaning process of Dal Lake

Nov 20, 2020

Srinagar (J&K), Aug 24 (ANI): With an aim to increase the speed of cleaning of Dal Lake, the J&K Lakes and Waterways Development Authority (LAWDA) has procured new high-tech machines through the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). The indigenous machines have been procured on the advice of a committee of experts. The equipments, worth around Rs 4 crore, include a high capacity de-weeding machine to extract and remove up to 500 tons of lily weeds daily. Locals praised the administration for this move and believed this will resolve Dal Lake’s cleaning issue.
Chhath Puja: Devotees flock to ghats to perform rituals
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Chhath Puja: Devotees flock to ghats to perform rituals

Nov 20, 2020

‘Climate change is real challenge, urgent action needed’: VP Naidu
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‘Climate change is real challenge, urgent action needed’: VP Naidu

Nov 20, 2020

COVID-19: ASHA workers conduct survey in Delhi to indentify symptomatic people
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COVID-19: ASHA workers conduct survey in Delhi to indentify symptomatic people

Nov 20, 2020

Haryana Minister Anil Vij administered trial dose of Covaxin
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Haryana Minister Anil Vij administered trial dose of Covaxin

Nov 20, 2020

Watch: Jail inmates celebrate Chhath puja in Muzaffarpur
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Watch: Jail inmates celebrate Chhath puja in Muzaffarpur

Nov 20, 2020

Muzaffarpur (Bihar), Nov 20 (ANI): Hundreds of jail inmates including women celebrated Chhath puja in Muzaffarpur’s Central Jail. The celebration was held with the active support of the jail authorities. The four-day festival is dedicated...
Chandigarh’s team of doctors conduct rapid antigen tests at Sector 17 bus stand
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Chandigarh’s team of doctors conduct rapid antigen tests at Sector 17 bus stand

Nov 19, 2020

Chandigarh, Nov 20 (ANI): A team of doctors from Chandigarh’s hospital is conducting COVID-19 tests of people, who are travelling back from New Delhi and other areas. The rapid antigen tests were being conducted at...
UTHSC researchers identify three drugs as possible therapeutics for COVID-19
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UTHSC researchers identify three drugs as possible therapeutics for COVID-19

Nov 19, 2020

New Delhi, Nov 20 (ANI): Three drugs, already approved for other uses in humans, have been identified as possible therapeutics for COVID-19, the illness caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The finding is a product of...
Private hospitals should increase beds for COVID patients: CM Gehlot
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Private hospitals should increase beds for COVID patients: CM Gehlot

Nov 19, 2020

Jaipur (Rajasthan), November 19 (ANI): Reviewing the COVID-19 situation in the state, Chief Minister of Rajasthan Ashok Gehlot maintained that saving life is the top priority of the state government in this critical phase of...
BSF DG flags off para-cycling expedition from Kashmir to Kanyakumari
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BSF DG flags off para-cycling expedition from Kashmir to Kanyakumari

Nov 19, 2020

Srinagar (J-K), Nov 19 (ANI): Border Security Force (BSF) organised a para-cycling expedition 'Infinity Ride 2020’ in Srinagar. Director General (DG) of Border Security Force (BSF), Rakesh Asthana, flagged off the special cycling expedition from...
Training workshop for 'Band Pather' folk theatre conducted in J-K's Budgam
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Training workshop for 'Band Pather' folk theatre conducted in J-K's Budgam

Nov 19, 2020

Budgam (J&K), Nov 19 (ANI): A month-long training workshop on the traditional folk theatre form, Band Pather, was conducted by a local group in Jammu and Kashmir's Budgam district with support from the Ministry of...